Overview & Reviews
The Honda Fit was all-new last year and receives no changes for 2008.
- Superb interior flexibility, nimble handling, generous standard features list, good fuel economy.
- Awkward driving position, buzzy at high speeds, higher-than-average price.
User Reviews:
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Hard to beat! - 2008 Honda Fit
By Fitting in NC - April 12 - 7:20 amI bought this car coming down from an 02 CR-V, and I must say I do not miss it. I have just as much space and functionality with MUCH better gas mileage and just as nice appointments. I love that I can fit (theres that word again...) my whole family in the car and still have space! I have taken my daughter (in a car seat), sister, her wheelchair, her service dog AND a cartload from Costco with two dog beds, and no one was cramped. I love having the MP3 jack and the sound is good. My one complaint is that the A/C just SUCKS the gas out of the car, as well as draining power. If you live in a hot climate, consider this carefully.
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Put the minivan away! - 2008 Honda Fit
By tcanders - December 26 - 8:40 amWe bought the Fit last fall as a commuter vehicle and have since used it almost exclusively. With gas >$4 we now leave our Sienna in the garage except for trips with more than 4 of us. The Fit just took our family of 4 (children 6 and 9) and all our gear on a 2 week 4300 mile trip west. It handled the mountains and 75 mph on the interstate just fine and 32 to 41 mpg to boot. The lower economy occurred at 75 mph into a strong head wind. This car drives bigger than it is, handles well, and the paddle shifters are fun when pushing the car on curvy roads. Im 62" and I was comfortable for all 4300 miles. Sure enjoyed the mp3s across the many miles of fields and cows...
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Gas miser - 2008 Honda Fit
By GLEN - December 5 - 2:06 amI love my Honda Fit Sport. Drives like a golf cart. Brought home a washing machine in the back..no problem. Gas mileage 33 mpg. Stereo is great. Seats are a little stiff. My other car is a Mini Cooper. The Honda blows it away & is 4k cheaper
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"Fits" my needs perfectly. - 2008 Honda Fit
By gs850gx - November 30 - 9:20 amPractical to the core! I have about 2500 miles on the car since purchased new in August 2007. Gas mileage has been getting better as it breaks in and currently gets 35+ on a trip and 31 around town, all spirited driving. The car handles great and has proved itself worthy in slush and snow with the factory tires. The drive is Sporty and very enjoyable, decent comfort and stereo make the miles slide by. The interior is very versatile and convenient to access with no stretching and fishing to get things in and out. Build quality seems good. The low beams have been my only real complaint and I had to adjust the headlamps up a bit in thw hilly area where I live. They are pleny bright however.
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Seats hurt - 2008 Honda Fit
By debh - November 22 - 6:36 pmI did months of research and test drove the Fit Sport and waited some more before I decided to buy the Fit. I cannot get accustomed to the seats and the clutch. My back and left leg have hurt since buying the car. I have waited hoping my muscles will adjust but no deal-I will be taking the car back to see if the dealership can help a girl out-any suggestions?
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fun fun fun! - 2008 Honda Fit
By whackgirl17 - October 17 - 11:20 pmAfter getting through a terrible ordeal with the dealership, my Honda Fit is great! Ill list my cons first: I agree with comments that there should be a center arm rest & a dead pedal next to the clutch. I also wish that the rear window wiper had an intermittent speed. There is quite a bit of road noise coming up from the floor at highway speed. On a day to day basis though, these things do not really bother me. Having used an automatic transmission Fit while waiting for my real car, I definitely recommend the manual transmission and would not even buy an automatic in this model. I love the zippiness of my Fit & the sound system is good. It is so cute, well designed & fun to drive.
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Shattered my expectations. - 2008 Honda Fit
By Odindusk - September 3 - 8:16 amThis car has an incredible fun factor when driving it. Its zippy without feeling "weak" and steering is very nice. I bought the "Storm Silver Metallic" which I think complements the body design the best (goes great with the alloy wheels on the Sport trim). The interior is ridiculously roomy for what you think it would have for space. Im 62" and my there is something like 6" clearance above me still. The instrumentation is very sharp. The lighting/color/font scheme is very attractive and something I wouldnt expect in a sub-$20K car. Paddle shifters add another dimension to the enjoyability of the ride.
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Excellent car. Best value for the dollar - 2008 Honda Fit
By EXCELLENT VALUE! - July 8 - 7:03 pmExcellent! I will have this car for at least 300,000 miles (like my Dodge Colt from years back. 248,000 miles same engine/transmissions also 5 spd) the fit is phenomenal! First tank of gas around 37 mpg (city/hghwy combined. If you drive the speed limit meticulously as I am doing now you can easily get 39-41 mpg! The Toyota yaris is smaller and $1800 more. Base fit comes with abs, pwr doors, am/FM/single cd - 160 Watt stereo. 5 spd shifts like butter. Short throws. Rides nice. Practical yet not cheap. Great build, ,excellent brakes, steering, road manners and of course its a Honda. So I am certain it will last easy 300,000 miles (just ride it easy and change the oil every 6,000 miles
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Pleasant surprise - 2008 Honda Fit
By bpenn - July 2 - 4:56 pmThis is for anyone like me that was very hesitant to buy such a little car. I wrestled back and forth between the Civic and Mazda3 wagon. When I sold my gas guzzling truck for less than I hoped to get for it I only could afford the Fit. Ive only had this a short time but I could not be happier with the Fit. This thing feels so much bigger inside then what it looks like. I find it to be a huge surprise and Im relly digging this little thing. If you are walking the fence on this car I would suggest taking a long test drive. You may find what I found. This is a great car and Honda will have a huge hit on there hands.
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Very pleased with this car. - 2008 Honda Fit
By Roland - May 24 - 9:00 pmThis car is the Swiss Army Knife of cars. I have hauled more cargo than my truck has seen. The folding seats, great gas mileage, and the room inside makes this car a winner. My only complaint is that the windows need tint from the factory. Average mileage is 34 and I have gotten as high as 39. Handles great and rides good. Long trips are not uncomfortable. Would definitely buy another one. I use the car for commuting to work but now I use it for everything including the long trips. Large cargo space is very handy.
