Used 2008 Honda Fit 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
Eleven years in love!
I'm the only owner for my Fit. Since I started driving it in 2008, I've needed only routine maintenance until this year. Last month, my car needed the crankshaft position sensor replaced, but it's also 11 years old, and we've driven just over 190k together. I was driven to write a review when I saw someone else say they had trouble replacing the battery. What?!? I've gone through a few batteries and had no problem replacing them, so not sure where those folks live. I've replaced batteries in Mississippi and Tennessee easily. My Fit has been nothing but dependable thus far!
Surprise!
We went out looking for a used CR-V, something my son could drive. Well after being disappointed in the used car pricing, I walked past the Fit, and asked how much. Next thing I was driving it around the block, putting it through its paces. Now my wife is driving my Pilot, my son is driving her CR-V, and I am driving the Fit. I am a BIG guy, 350+, and this car is still roomy. Quick to react, and it has more than ample power to go down the highway (at the speed limit). It has none of the bells and whistles of the Pilot, but it is more fun to drive. If you are looking around for a commuter, this is the car for you.
- Sport 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $4,794302 mi away
- Sport 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $5,975311 mi away
- Sport 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $5,975311 mi away
Disappointingly Lame.
We've had it four, long months. We don't drive for fun, merely to get there. The lame mileage of 27 in town and MAYBE 36 on the highway (minimum of 1,000 miles needed) make this a lousy deal. Unless you drive with an egg under your foot, the car jack-rabbits to 35 miles-per-hour and then slogs along. If you floor it, it does the same thing, only more loudly. Power to pass on the freeway (where else do you need it?) is meager, and non-existent with the air-conditioning on. The electric window switches aren't lighted and are hard to locate in the dark. All doors can only be locked and unlocked from the driver's door. Otherwise you have to key them individually.
Honda Fit for a Queen and the Big Guy
Inside it's a big car, drives like a little car, parks anywhere and is FUN to drive. My 6'3 husband can finally sit up in my car. Adjustable seat belts mean I don't get choked anymore. Total city driving I'm getting 27+ and a 50 50 mix I'm getting 33. The dash panel is full of information, easy to set/reset everything with good outside noise insulation (for a small car) and easy to use radio, heater, and ac while driving. Love the idea of extra cargo room and even nap time with the fold down seats. Glad I finally own a Honda! Looking forward to a long life. I'll give it 5 stars overall.
design needs help
The AC is weak and cannot overcome the black interior in the sun. A light gray interior needs to be standard. The seats need help, I have a strong back and never have back ache, but the seats on the Fit are bad on trips over 50 miles. Seats are also too hard. Rear visibility is blocked by the rear seat head rests. Tire noise is excessive. The "smart key" costs a fortune for less anti-theft benefit than a cheap "Club", and returns an insurance reduction of only $8 a year(10% off the theft portion), about a tenth the replacement key cost. HOLD TIGHT On the positive; the engine performance is adequate. The car is quite, tires excluded. The headroom is excellent, and leg room is great.