Honda Fit: Number One Subcompact

Honda Fit: Number One Subcompact

The Honda Fit has been one of the most popular subcompact vehicles on the market since it was first introduced in 2007. The Fit offers consumers a stylish subcompact with an athletic body styling and unexpected cargo and passenger space. The Fit easily outperforms its competition in the subcompact segment. Competitors continue to try and manufacture subcompacts that can match the performance and versatility of the Honda Fit, but for now the Fit is in a class of its own.

The Honda Fit is the perfect daily commuter. It comes equipped with a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 130-horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. The four-cylinder engine has an estimated fuel efficiency of 33city/40 highway when equipped with a CVT transmission. With its outstanding fuel economy, the 1.5-liter engine gives the Honda Fit enough power to make your daily commute manageable without having to pay for it at the pump.

The amount of storage available in the Honda Fit is a real delight. Subcompacts can often be unappealing to those looking for a vehicle that can carry both passengers and cargo. The Honda Fit, which is 22-inches shorter than the Honda Civic, still offers best-in-class cargo capacity. Behind the rear seats there is 16.6 cubic feet of cargo space, and if you fold the rear seats flat the cargo area is enhanced to a spacious 52.7 cubic feet. The front passenger seat also folds forward allowing room for larger cargo.

In 2018 the Honda Fit will feature a few enhancements that will make the daily commute more enjoyable. Structural braces around the body have been added in order to enhance stability and handling while driving. Wind and traffic noise while traveling on the freeway has always been an issue for subcompacts that is why Honda added thicker acoustic materials inside the doors, wheel arches, and pillars for the fit. Additional layers of soundproofing materials were also added to the dashboard.  An acoustically insulated windshield and thicker side windows dampen the outside noise even further delivering the quietest ride in a subcompact yet.

The Honda Fit also comes loaded with standard safety and interior features including:

Safety Features

• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA^®) with Traction Control
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
• Brake Assist
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines
• Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
• Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
• Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)
• SmartVent® Front Side Airbags
• Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
• Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All)
• Child-Proof Rear Door Locks

Interior Features

• 12-Volt Power Outlets (2)
• Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Cruise, Audio and Phone Controls
• 60/40 Split 2nd-Row Magic Seat
• 5-inch Color LCD Screen
• MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack
• BluetoothStreaming Audio
• BluetoothHandsFreeLink

The 2018 Honda Fit is the best subcompact on the market. If you are looking for a great daily commuter that has enough versatility to help you accomplish your daily tasks, then the 2018 Honda Fit may be what you are looking for. If you are interested in learning more about the available features on the 2018 Honda Fit, then schedule a product demonstration today at Rairdon’s Honda of Sumner. Our award winning customer service team can help you find the perfect Honda to fulfill all your daily commuting needs.