| Model year | 2009 |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Fit |
| Style | Sport 4dr Hatchback with Navigation (1.5L 4cyl 5A) |
| Base MSRP | $18,960 |
| Options on test vehicle | Options on test vehicle: Navigation Package ($1,850 -- includes navigation system, stability control and digital audio card reader) |
| As-tested MSRP | $19,430 |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | Inline-4 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 1,497cc (91 cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/Aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Single overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 10.4 |
| Redline (rpm) | 6,800 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 117 @ 6,600 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 106 @ 4,800 |
| Transmission type | 5-speed automatic |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | "I=2.996:1, II=1.679:1, III=1.067:1, IV=0.761, V=1.957:1, Final drive=4.56:1 5th: 0.552, Reverse: 1.957, Final Drive: 4.56 t: 2.996, 2nd: 1.679, 3rd: 1.067, 4th: 0.761, I=" |
| Suspension, front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension, rear | Torsion beam |
| Steering type | Electric power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 12.7:1 |
| Tire brand | Bridgestone |
| Tire model | Turanza EL470 |
| Tire type | All-season |
| Tire size, front | P185/55R16 H |
| Tire size, rear | P185/55R16 H |
| Wheel size | 16-by-6 inches front and rear |
| Wheel material | Alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Drum |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 6.7 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 11.0 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 17.5 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 17.9 @ 75.7 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 10.7 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 35 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 134 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 67.8 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.77 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 40.8 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 75.8 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 67.6 |
| Acceleration comments | Best run in "S" mode. Brake torque technique only marginally effective. Paddle shifter makes no performance difference. Manual transmission a better choice if acceleration is a priority. |
| Braking rating | Average |
| Braking comments | Marginal fade by end of runs. Pedal feel only OK -- longer and softer than I'd prefer. |
| Handling rating | Good |
| Handling comments | As expected, the Fit understeers, which is the default handling attitude for all Hondas -- even those with "Sport" in their name. Still, quick off-center steering response makes this Fit a nimble but underwhelming partner in the slalom. |
| Test date | 10/8/2008 |
| Elevation (ft.) | 421 |
| Temperature (°F) | 80 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 3.0 from SE |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 27 city/33 highway |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 10.6 |
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 2,615 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 2,600 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 64/36 |
| Length (in.) | 161.6 |
| Width (in.) | 66.7 |
| Height (in.) | 60.0 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 98.4 |
| Track, front (in.) | 58.1 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 57.4 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 34.4 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 41.3 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 34.5 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 40.4 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 39.0 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 52.7 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 51.3 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 20.6 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 57.3 |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | Not available |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard dual front |
| Head airbags | Standard front and rear |
| Knee airbags | Not available |
| Antilock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| Emergency assistance system | Not available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | Not tested |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | Not tested |
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