Used 2012 Honda Fit Base Hatchback Review
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Updated: Solid basic car despite minor problems
mrj88, Colora, MD, 01/14/2016
2012 Honda Fit 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
I've owned my little blue Honda Fit for about 4 and a half years now. While this car has been very reliable given it's low price tag, it does have it's faults. The good news is that it has never left me stranded, the cargo space is incredible for a car this size, the gas mileage averages around 35mpg, and the important stuff (engine, transmission, etc) is the usual Honda quality. The … bad news is that despite a peppy little engine, don't expect much performance from this subcompact. Turning on the air conditioning literally cuts the power by a third, but the temperature is nice and cold at least. Speaking of the A/C, if you run it for more than 90 minutes at a time, the compressor will eventually freeze, thus making the A/C pretty useless until you shut it off for a little while. The smooth 5-speed shifter and dashboard have a tendency to make some minor noises every once in a while. Nothing terrible, but disappointing to hear in a car that's only a few years old. Since the 3 year factory warranty expired, I have had to replace the front driver's side automatic locking system ($550) and the front passenger side tire pressure monitor ($250). Neither are major issues, but the fact of the matter is that I've had to put out a substantial amount of money to fix items that shouldn't be failing after only 50k miles. The Fit handles very well and maneuvers with ease, but unfortunately the trade off is a stiff ride that lets you feel every bump. The fabric seats do their best to add support and make things comfortable, but you won't ever mistake it for a Cadillac. This review will seem to be more negative towards this car, but I'd say I'm content with the Fit overall. You can only expect so much from a $15,000 vehicle.
The perfect small car
tommyone1, Stanford, CA, 07/09/2014
2012 Honda Fit 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
Flawless reliability 3 years in. Not sure why some people get disappointing MPG. Maybe they drive like a maniac, have upgraded to wide tires, and carry a lot of weight... I get an avg of 39 MPG from this awesome car! The manual trany shifting and the clutch are both super light and easy and smooth. But I'd prefer a lower ratio for 5th gear so not to waste gas when going over 70 (and to … quiet the engine) The interior loudness is less than in previous years. The cargo space is incredible, including under the rear seats. The gas tank being under the front seat means you can't adjust height, but I'm now happier sitting higher than I used to--better visibility, except the wide front left pillar
Great car!
kinggeorgeiii, Daleville, AL, 08/21/2012
2012 Honda Fit 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
This car is really superb. I've owned and driven Cadillacs, Oldsmobiles, Buicks, Chevrolets, Chryslers, and Fords over the last decade. (Additionally, before I bought this car, I rented and test drove an Elantra, a Corolla, and a Yaris for a combined month.) Some were better than others, but none managed to get the whole package right like this Honda Fit. It's a wonderfully capable car, … for hauling people. The folding seats will let you fit all sorts of stuff, and because it's a car instead of an SUV, getting heavy items into the back is a breeze.
This is an economy car, which means the price is cheap, and it's thrifty with gas, too. I'm getting mid-30s, even with "spirited" driving.
Raspberry Fit Base Model
RXC, Houston, TX, 10/31/2019
2012 Honda Fit 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
This is a great car. I bought it new in 2012. It's a manual 5 speed. The good: Great mileage 42 on the Hwy 35 in the city. Holds a lot. If you pack carefully and stack things it it quite amazing what it will hold. Handles well and fun to drive. I have driven it through the Rockies and had no problems in curvy roads or bogging down at altitude. The weaknesses: It's a bit loud at … highway speeds just the nature of an economy car really. For a small car it has a bit of a high profile in the wind it can be pushed around a bit. Not good for really long drives. It's comfortable enough for drives up to 200 miles nonstop but it's a bit uncomfortable if you plan on a 350 to 400 mile drive in one day.
The maintenance is inexpensive. I baby it since I am used to having an Alfa Romeo. So stuff gets changed out BEFORE it wears out. I have has zero problems except the battery which is small and doesn't really last more than 3 years. It's a really well thought out design and the quality is amazing for a less expensive car. The AC is OK but with windows like an aquarium and I don't have window tinting it's tough on really hot sunny days. The upside is that you have no blind spots. Great car.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Honda Fit Base Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Impressive cargo room and cabin versatility
- Pro:spacious backseat
- Pro:fun to drive
- Pro:excellent visibility.
- Con:Sluggish acceleration with automatic transmission
- Con:no height adjustment for driver seat
- Con:not as fuel-efficient as other top competitors.
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