2009 Honda Fit Consumer Reviews Page 3

Great little car

Written by: hybrid fan on 08/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I'm not an aggressive driver so I haven't used the paddle shifters and they're kind of a nuisance because they get in the way when I'm turning the wheel fully around. The front scoop looks cool but is pretty low and a family member has already caught it on a curb and popped it out so now I tend to be extra careful driving over bumps, dips, etc.

Favorite Features

Although the sport model was quite a lot more than the base, I chose it because it had remote locking, cruise control and of course it looks really cool. The magic seat is a very nice feature too. Good gas mileage.

Suggested Improvements

I'm fine with the interior except for a couple of things, I need more padding on the arm rests for my bony elbows and the odometer is in a really tacky housing that looks like an afterthought that was bought from a dollar store. And finally I wish it was a plug in hybrid.

2 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Update after 660 miles trip

Written by: Igor on 08/25/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Addition to my previous review after 600+ trip on mostly flat road. Fuel economy got to 41.2mpg (car gauge)/38mpg (actual) with 3 adults and a kid and a full load of cargo with running a/c and a speed between 70 and 80m/h. As somebody else mentioned already, ride is very harsh over any kind of road irregularities. This little thing can hold its own at 80m/h without much stress and very stable on a road.

Favorite Features

Stable ride, agility, fuel economy.

Suggested Improvements

Harsh ride.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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40 MPG and a Hoot to Drive

Written by: skshrews on 08/24/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought the base, manual model because I'm cheap, and I love to drive manual transmissions. I had good luck with my 2002 Honda Civic, but wanted the versatility of a 5 door. It's a hoot to drive, light steering, clutch. 40 MPG highway Fantastic seat maneuverability makes space behind driver usable in many different ways. Build quality is excellent. Surprisingly quiet for a small car with high revving engine.

Favorite Features

Aux jack, AC in base model, endless pockets/cupholders, seat system, headroom.

Suggested Improvements

The entire car industry, including Honda, should be condemned for coupling safety options (traction control) with non safety options (navigation system). This practice needs to end. Aren't power windows the answer to a problem that never existed? Give me a manual window option.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Like McDonalds --- "I'm Lovin' It"

Written by: Denny on 08/24/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Bought one week ago. Only the 2nd new car I have purchased in 40 years of driving and I have no regrets. Had it on the PA Turnpike this past weekend, getting almost 38 MPG...not bad for having less than 800 total miles on it. City driving looks like it will average about 30 MPG. Both these are better than EPA, but if you check out Truedelta or Fuelly websites, some people are making wild claims that make it sound like it's a super-hybrid...look at site results and figure to be in the middle of the charts. Lots of debate over MT vs AT. I bought the AT with the paddle shifters, which are kind of a novelty but fun and efficient to use. It's not a race car, but has plenty of zip and fun to drive.

Favorite Features

Lots of room, excellent MPG, nice stereo system with USB port for flash drive.

Suggested Improvements

Use better interior materials, armrest upgrade, more accurate MPG gauge (off by a 10% average), include floor mats, grille covering to protect A/C condenser.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Update of Previous Review

Written by: Warren H. on 08/24/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

We've taken our son 400 miles each way to college this last week. The MPG was 28.5, ride was Okay at best (I'm 6'1") the seats are not designed for the long haul. However, because we were trying to make time on our trip I was driving an average speed of 80 pushing 90 on occasion. THIS car's suspension is that of one much more expensive. Weaving in an out of traffic the handling was beeee U Teee full... It was almost as though the car wanted to be driven hard. On the downside. YOU CANNOT move a kid into a dorm in this car. No room at all for 4 passengers and cargo. 3 passengers maybe if you fold down the rear seat. The engine is buzzy at 80+ but you ignore it after a while. Still in Love. ;0)

Favorite Features

The suspension. It felt like it was race tuned (Having driven in a BMW 745LI and Jaguar XK7). Doing 70+ this car can handle it.

Suggested Improvements

Adding a few more ponies in the engine won't hurt. A/C was a joke in temps over 80 degrees.... please Honda fix that

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2009 Fit Sport W/Nav

Written by: Stacz on 08/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

This was a replacement for my 99 Blazer (Cash/Clunkers), after 3 weeks I am happy with my Fit. It is much roomier on the inside then it appears from the outside. The ride is very comfortable. It handles well, even in the rain. I am not getting great mileage, but at 24 MPG it is more than double then that of my Blazer. I got the Sport because the base model was a little too bare bones. The added features remote entry, cruise control, etc are worth it. Warning: Do not lose your keys. I wanted an extra key and found it cost over $100 for just a key w/no remote, something do to w/programming the key. I got one for under $10, but it only opens the doors, it will not start the engine.

Favorite Features

Flexibility of the rear seats. In addition to CDs, plays PC cards and flash drives, Ipod, etc.

Suggested Improvements

Increase power of the engine - moves once it gets going, but poor power taking off. Make splash guards available for the Sport (only available on the base model).

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I love my 2009 fit

Written by: marebear2009 on 08/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I must say, after having my car almost a week that I love my Honda fit. We got it, because the car I had before was a 97 civic. We had a huge accident, which led us to finding a new car for me. I am an 18 year old daughter who is about to graduate out of high school as a senior and we were looking at the new and improved 09 fit. I love the way it handles as far as steering and controlling the car. Its color just screams at people. So I'm sure they will see me this time. It's very peppy as far as the engine. Don't let that little 1.5 liter engine fool you. Not only that, but I am surrounded by airbags. So I feel extremely safe. I am so glad we found this car!

Favorite Features

Peppy engine, colors, safety :) and it's unique size and look.

Suggested Improvements

I would have to say this inside can look a little bit better when it comes to the radio and all those gadgets that include air conditioning. Otherwise it's great!

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Great car and fun to drive

Written by: MikeL on 08/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

A real fun to drive car. Very surefooted and corners flat, no body roll. The seats are comfortable and the controls are conveniently placed.

Favorite Features

Interior is very roomy and when you put the seats down you can fit just about anything into it.

Suggested Improvements

The head rest are too far forward and even with the seat tilted back I find them annoying. The windshield needs a tint across the top.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Fun little car!

Written by: Heather in Colorado on 08/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I live on the western slope of the Rockies and had to drive to Denver to get this car (inventory very limited at local dealership). Therefore, I had to drive back OVER the Rockies to get home - about 250 miles of hilly driving. While the Fit isn't going to win any drag races with its power, it handled Vail pass and hilly driving just fine. The paddle shifters were nice for downshifting on those long uphills and downhills (people who complain about the Fit shifting too often should practice using their lower gears on hills). The steering is great - nice and tight and smooth at highway speeds and very easy for slow-speed maneuvering. It's just a fun little car with lots of great features.

Favorite Features

VSA, steering response, integrated iPod, nice-sounding stereo, good visibility with no blind spots, lots of cup holders.

Suggested Improvements

Honda should offer VSA as an option on non-Navi models, trip/odometer/mpg display is obnoxiously large in middle of speedometer gauge.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Not a Fit to drive a Fit

Written by: FredS on 08/18/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I have had the car a little over a month and it is outstanding. The only problems (if you want to call them that) is you can only get interior in black shows dirt. Does not have console. Does not come with cargo cover to keep prying eyes out. Other than that-it is great! A real thrill to drive, corners on a dime. Fuel usage is great, average 36.1 combo city and highway.

Favorite Features

Style, and fuel usage.

Suggested Improvements

Add console, offer interior colors other than black. Have audio controls on steering wheel as a standard feature.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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