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2008 Honda Fit Quality Review

July 14, 2008

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

feels safe and controlled, but...you feel the bumps
Cars.com

Impressive for this car's exterior dimensions
ConsumerGuide Automotive

that's where the Fit excels...a feeling of space
Edmunds

Adult-sized room front and rear, plus usable cargo space
Kelley Blue Book

isn't as comfortable as the others...but is certainly acceptable
Motor Trend

Once again, the Honda Fit's outward appearance belies its inward capabilities.

Calling it "surprisingly big inside for a small car," Kelley Blue Book reports that the 2008 Honda Fit has "room for six-footers in both rows--something that can't be said about many subcompacts" (or many mid- to full-size cars either).

Popular Mechanics agrees, stating that "the Fit can haul much more than you think you have room for"--something that Hondas have long been known and loved for. Nonetheless, TheCarConnection.com notes that the testers would have preferred a "softer freeway ride." Both Cars.com and Motor Trend had similar things to say in this regard. For what it is, though, the Honda Fit does an admirable job of carrying four full-grown adults in reasonable comfort.

Much of the ride is due to the Fit’s suspension design. Cars.com reports that MacPherson struts and a stabilizer bar are used for the 2008 Honda Fit's independent front suspension, although the rear is limited to the use of a semi-independent torsion beam--a limit imposed by economics and size. The reviewer describes the ride quality as "safe and controlled," but different from that of a larger vehicle--although "technically superior to some of its competitors," such as the Toyota Yaris or the Nissan Versa.

Conclusion

Keeping in mind that it is a small, subcompact economy car, you'll find that the 2008 Honda Fit does surprisingly well when it comes to a comfortable ride.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:feels safe and controlled, but...you feel the bumpsCars.comImpressive for this car's exterior dimensionsConsumerGuide Automotivethat's where the Fit excels...a feeling of spaceEdmundsAdult-sized room front and rear, plus usable cargo spaceKelley Blue Bookisn't as comfortable as the others...but is certainly acceptableMotor Trend Once again, the Honda Fit's outward appearance belies its inward capabilities. Calling it "surprisingly big inside for a small car," Kelley Blue Book reports that the 2008 Honda Fit has "room for six-footers in both rows--something that can't be said about many subcompacts" (or many mid- to full-size cars either). Popular Mechanics agrees, stating that "the Fit can haul much more than you think you have room for"--something that Hondas have long been known and loved for. Nonetheless, TheCarConnection.com notes that the testers would have preferred a "softer freeway ride." Both Cars.com and Motor Trend had similar things to say in this regard. For what it is, though, the Honda Fit does an admirable job of carrying four full-grown adults in reasonable comfort. Much of the ride is due to the Fit’s suspension design. Cars.com reports that MacPherson struts and a stabilizer bar are used for the 2008 Honda Fit's independent front suspension, although the rear is limited to the use of a semi-independent torsion beam--a limit imposed by economics and size. The reviewer describes the ride quality as "safe and controlled," but different from that of a larger vehicle--although "technically superior to some of its competitors," such as the Toyota Yaris or the Nissan Versa. ConclusionKeeping in mind that it is a small, subcompact economy car, you'll find that the 2008 Honda Fit does surprisingly well when it comes to a comfortable ride. 2008 HONDA FIT STYLING | 5 out of 10 Cars.com: "a wedgelike affair that resembles many of today's larger vehicles" ConsumerGuide Automotive: "plastic surfaces...thin carpeting...uneven gaps" Kelley Blue Book: "lines suggest function more than fashion" Motor Trend: "[the] ...

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Other Choices:

The Fit outdoes nearly all of its competitors when it comes to accommodating passengers and cargo. Those who look for a sprightly feel might also consider the Rio5, but it’s not as refined overall as the fit, nor is the Aveo, which has disappointing performance but a smooth ride. The xD is the looker of the group, most would agree; and the Yaris is more fuel-efficient, at 29 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, but it gets relatively poor marks for safety.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By CHUCK HILL #1, Posted: 5/22/2008

    BEST FOR THE PRICE

    WHILE SHOPPING FOR THE MOST FUEL EFFICENT/LEAST HARMFUL TO THE WALLET, I TESTED THE TOYOTA YARIS, VW RABBIT, CHEVY AVEO, AND THE HONDA FIT. THE FIT WAS BY FAR THE BEST OF THE LOT. THE STANDARD AMENITIES ARE EXCEPTIONAL AND THE INTERIOR ROOM IS PHENOMINAL. GETS MY VOTE AND WILL SOON HAVE ONE IN THE DRIVEWAY.

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