2008 Honda Fit Review
Price Range: $4,800 - $7,995





+107
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Superb interior flexibility, nimble handling, generous standard features list, good fuel economy.
Cons
- Awkward driving position, buzzy at high speeds, higher-than-average price.
What’s new
The Honda Fit was all-new last year and receives no changes for 2008.
Edmunds says
The 2008 Honda Fit is a triumph of creativity, and proof that desirable cars don't have to be expensive.
For sale near West Chicago, IL
146 listings
- 100,801 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 27 City / 34 Hwy MPG
- Western Star Auto Sales (23 mi away)
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Chicago, IL
No matter where you're from, we re here to assist you. Our team is fluent in Spanish, English, Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian, so you ll always feel u...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
30 Combined MPG (27 City/34 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JHMGD38438S069436
Stock: W1297
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-30-2025- $4,800good price$1,169 below market
- 162,378 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 27 City / 33 Hwy MPG
- Jeff Auto Sales (23 mi away)
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Aux Audio Inputs
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Chicago, IL
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
29 Combined MPG (27 City/33 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JHMGD38648S072928
Stock: 072928
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-29-2025
Vehicle overview
Meet the car that's leading the way in changing the view Americans have of subcompacts. Of course, rising gas prices have something to do with this change of heart, but the Honda Fit is an excellent little car that proves that "small" doesn't have to equal "chintzy penalty box." When the Fit was introduced last year, dealers struggled to keep the car in stock as demand consistently remained high for this versatile, sporty four-door hatchback. The same will likely hold true for this year, so don't expect to get a significant discount. But rest assured, the 2008 Honda Fit's popularity is well earned.
There are two key components to the Fit that make it so desirable. The first is its lithe, athletic nature, which makes you forget the vehicle you're piloting is a $15,000 small hatchback. The Fit is simply fun to drive, and its 109-horsepower engine is an eager partner to motivate the car's 2,500-pound mass. The second component is its hatchback body style and versatile interior. The four-door Fit can comfortably seat four people and boasts a tremendous amount of storage space. Its nifty backseat folds flat and features a seat bottom that flips up for a variety of different cargo configurations. Of course, the Fit's thrifty fuel economy also aids its cause.
Unfortunately, that thriftiness is somewhat offset by an MSRP that's noticeably higher than those of the Fit's main competitors. The Fit is also an older design -- although in its second year here in North America, it has been sold elsewhere in the world since 2001. (A redesigned model is expected for 2009.) Nevertheless, we still consider the 2008 Honda Fit to be a class leader among a fresh crop of subcompacts that includes the Kia Rio5, Nissan Versa and Scion xD. We were incredibly pleased with a Fit we had in our long-term test fleet, as it proved to be an enjoyable companion for both city jaunts and highway road trips. It certainly changed our opinion of subcompacts.
Performance & mpg
Underneath the hood is a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine driving the front wheels. It's capable of 109 hp and 105 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard and a five-speed automatic is optional. Sport models with the automatic transmission feature steering-wheel-mounted paddles for sequential shift control. Revised 2008 fuel economy ratings for the Fit are roughly 27 mpg city and 34 mpg highway, with a 1 mpg difference in either direction depending on transmission.
Safety
All 2008 Honda Fits come standard with ventilated front disc brakes and rear drums. ABS is also standard, as are front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. In government crash tests, the Fit earned a five-star (out of five) rating for protection of front passengers in frontal and side crash tests. It received three stars for rear side protection. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Fit its highest possible rating of "Good" for frontal-offset and side crash protection.
Driving
Like all subcompacts, the 2008 Honda Fit is highly maneuverable and a great urban runabout. Where the Fit rises above the rest is the way that it actually drives. Because of its approximately 2,500-pound curb weight and wonderfully direct steering, the Fit feels light and nimble while cornering. Its light weight also helps provide quick acceleration for this class -- we tested a Fit Sport with a manual transmission going from zero to 60 mph in 9 seconds. Although we'd pick the manual, the Fit Sport's available automatic with shift paddles is a decent alternative and a distinctive feature among subcompact economy cars. One of our few complaints with the Fit regards engine noise at highway speeds. Overall, though, the Fit provides about as much fun as you can have in a thrifty little car.
Interior
The Honda Fit's interior is intelligently designed with a control layout so simple, a caveman could use them (no offense). Although the Fit is coming to the end of its lifecycle, materials quality is near the top of its class and the design is still fresh. Unfortunately, the driver seat is awkwardly set and there's no telescoping steering wheel, making the Fit uncomfortable for many drivers.
More impressive, though, is the car's innovative rear seat and cargo area. By locating the gas tank under the front passenger seat, the rear seat can fold flush to match the low load floor. Doing so provides 41.9 cubic feet of cargo space -- positively huge for a subcompact car. The rear 60/40-split "Magic Seat" features a seat bottom that folds up, allowing additional storage space for bikes, shopping bags or other large items. It also provides a safer place for a dog to sit without getting fur all over the cloth upholstery. For human travelers, the rear seat provides as much space as does the larger Civic.
2008 Honda Fit models
The 2008 Honda Fit is a subcompact four-door hatchback available in two trim levels: Fit and Fit Sport. The base Fit comes standard with 14-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning, full power accessories, a tilt steering wheel, a fold-flat and flip-up 60/40 rear seat and a four-speaker stereo with CD player. The Fit Sport adds 15-inch alloy wheels, foglights, underbody and rear spoilers, keyless entry, cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a six-speaker stereo with CD/MP3 player and an auxiliary audio jack. The Fit has no factory options.
Compare 2008 Honda Fit trim levels
Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart

Honda Passport TrailSport vs. Toyota 4Runner Limited vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland: Which Midsize SUV Should You Buy?

2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid First Drive: Still a Winner, but the TrailSport Is Meh

The Best Cars (Currently) Made in America

2025 Subaru Forester vs. 2025 Honda CR-V: Hybrid SUV Showdown
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois
$141/mo for Fit Base
Fit Base
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact Car
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
4.5 out of 5 stars4.5/5Excellent
#6 out of 27 among Subcompact Cars
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$335/yr
vs. $416/yr
for Average Subcompact Car
for Average Subcompact Car
Frequency
1.02x/yr
vs. 1.22x/yr
for Average Subcompact Car
for Average Subcompact Car
Severity
7.3%
vs. 10.1%
for Average Subcompact Car
for Average Subcompact Car
powered by RepairPal
Honda Fit Owner Reviews
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
Trending topics
My 150,000 mile Fit experience
4.25 out of 5 starsleebabysimms, 12/04/2014
2008 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
In 7 years, I put 150,000 miles on a new 2008 Honda Fit Sport and just sold it completing my experience. I found the car to be exceptionally fun to drive, with insane cargo capabilities, and bulletproof reliability. I made so many great memories with this car and smile whenever I see one (in my color) on the road. My intense satisfaction was only dashed when I drove the new 2015 Fit I … had planned to replace it with. Immediately, if felt like Honda killed my fun little car and I moved on to another car maker (I replaced with a 2015 Toyota Corolla S Plus).
great little car, still going strong
5 out of 5 starsDee, 02/20/2016
2008 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
I brought my '08 Fit Sport used at 10k miles. I love the small foot-print when driving in the urban area, fuel economy, exceptional cargo space, flexible backseat configurations, and most of all - Honda reliability. I've only put 60k on it so far. No major issues (knock on wood) with only synthetic oil changes every 5-6k miles as indicated by the oil meter. Fuel economy is good at … around 26mpg around town and 33mpg on hwy. Nevertheless, these are still good numbers even though I've read 40+mpg on some other reviews. I dont know much about car dynamics, but I feel the car steering is precise. 109hp is not excellent, but with manual transmission, it is way much more responsive than automatic transmission when stepping on the throttle (instead of hearing the engine revving, then the power comes in a second or two later). After 7 years of ownership, I've started car hunting again in hope to get a subcompact/compact SUV. However, I have yet found an ideal replacement for my beloved Fit. Until then, I am still a happy Fit owner.
Things I like:
leather-wrapped steering wheel (you wont get this now unless paying for the top-of-the-line trim model $$)
Magic Seat!
ergonomic & simple layout for audio controls
easy to read odometer & tachometer (love the blue color)
Things I dislike:
road noise - very pronounced on highways, especially compared to my sister's new 2016 Fit
Over 4 years later, still love it and no problems!
4.25 out of 5 starscyanosissaur, 01/30/2013
2008 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A)
I bought this car new in June 2008 for the price, style, space, and gas mileage.
They were hard to get a hold of in my area because of popularity at the time, so I got lucky when mine arrived on a truck that the dealer wasn't expecting.
I still love it.
Aside from routine maintenance, I've had no problems with the car.
That's even after being hit by another driver two separate times, so … most of the body has been repaired.
I drive from Ohio to Connecticut a lot and don't have a problem on long trips or in the city.
Sure, there's road noise, but what do you expect from a compact car for the price?
The road noise gets worse as tires wear, so new and well kept tires make a big difference!
2008 Honda Fit Sport 169k BULLETPROOF RELIABILITY
5 out of 5 starstaushamccarthy@yahoo.com, 11/18/2015
2008 Honda Fit Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
Seats are stiff - that's my only complaint. Like others have said, car is bulletproof reliable, has awesome cargo configurations, and no significant repairs. I have found the original tires to be meager - at best. I had to have them replaced at 40k miles. Brakes done twice, tires twice and that's it. Everything works on the car and the rear cargo seat configurations have been fantastic! … I drive it like mad - cross country multiple times, which is when the stiff seats bug me. They don't bother me otherwise. The car is an economy car and mine is a manual, which gets me about 40mpg. I drive the automatic and felt like the manual got much better performance, but I also just like manuals. All my cars have been sticks - this one has a tight gearbox, which took some getting used to - but I have had no issues with the transmission (or anything for that matter). My gf has a 2009 with about the same mileage - it's also a manual. There's very little difference between them drive-wise. Sound is good and I love the USB. The rear seats fold flat or fold upright for better vertical space. I have been surprised what all I can fit into it. I have used it to move multiple times. It handles really well. I'm finished with grad school now and feel like it's time to trade up but I can't find anything that is as solid and fun to drive. All these newer cars seem to have issues OR get crappy gas mileage OR come with a huge monthly payment... so for now, I'll be keeping this one.
2008 Fit Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $13,950 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 31 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $141/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 21.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Fit include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
Related Used 2008 Honda Fit info
Vehicle reviews of used models
- Toyota Rav4 Hybrid 2020 Review
- Lexus LX 570 2021 Review
- Mazda MX 5 Miata RF 2020 Review
- Tesla Model S 2021 Review
- Audi S8 2021 Review
Shop used vehicles in your area
- Automatic Honda Fit
- BMW Electric Car I3
- Lexus NX 300H Awd
- Used Acura ILX 2017
- Used Acura ILX 2018
- Used Acura ILX 2020 For Sale
- Used Acura ILX 2023
- Used Acura Integra 2014
- Used Acura Integra 2015
- Used Acura Integra 2019
Popular new car reviews and ratings
- 2024 Nissan Titan XD
- BMW 8 Series 2024
- Dodge RAM 150 2025
- 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty News
- 2024 S90
- 2025 4 Series Gran Coupe
- 2025 BMW 4 Series
- 2024 BMW X2
- 2026 Cadillac XT5 News
- 2024 Jeep Wagoneer L
Research other models of
- New Honda Accord
- Honda Civic 2025
- Honda Passport 2025
- 2025 Honda Pilot
- Honda CR-V 2024
- 2025 Honda Civic
- New Honda HR-V
- 2024 Honda Civic
Other models
- Used Land-Rover Range-Rover in Williston, ND 2025
- Used Hummer H1 in Trumbull, CT 2004
- Used Nissan Titan-Xd in Torrington, CT 2024
- Used Volvo Ex90 in Toronto, OH 2025
- Used Subaru Tribeca in Canyon Country, CA 2014
- Used Mclaren Artura-Spider in Winter Park, FL 2025
- Used Chevrolet Captiva-Sport in Chula Vista, CA 2015
- New Volkswagen Golf-R for Sale in Severn, MD
- New Genesis G80 for Sale in Windsor Mill, MD
- Used Toyota GR86 in Auburn Hills, MI 2025