SAFETY | 8 out of 10
Expert Quotes:
'Good,' frontal offset; 'good,' side impact; 'good,' roof strength
IIHS
Four stars overall; four stars, frontal; four stars, side impact; two stars, side pole
NHTSA
the bigger front quarter-windows actually improve the driver’s view of what’s going on out there
Car and Driver
Visibility out of the Fit is also excellent thanks to thinner A-pillars, larger quarter windows at the base of the more steeply raked pillars and a larger rear window.
Autoblog
The Honda Fit has earned great safety ratings from the IIHS--earning back its Top Safety Pick award for 2012 with an improved 'good' rating for roof strength. However its results in the federal NCAP testing program are less impressive--mostly four stars, although with a worrisome two-star rating in the side pole test.
That said, the 2012 Honda Fit offers an especially strong body structure, along with a long list of safety features including front seat side airbags, full-length side-curtain bags, electronic stability control, and anti-lock brakes.
The Fit's rather low beltline aids outward visibility--so most drivers tend to get a good view for parking or lane changes.
Conclusion
The 2012 Honda Fit gets ratings that shouldn't scare away safety-conscious shoppers who want a small car.
