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It's My Second FIT!: Fast and Fun. Yellow!
David, Lomita, CA, 08/31/2015
updated 09/04/2018
Honda Fit EX-L 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl CVT)
41 of 43 people found this review helpful
44K miles thus far and fun to drive. They would have to offer me double what I paid to sell it. It's a keeper for life. Unless you need a pickup for work, there is no reason to spend more money on a car--this one does everything. Overall it's been a lot of fun, and everyone in my area loves the Yellow! The compliments come in daily. People roll their window down to compliment the car. The FIT is completely redesigned for 2015—very little is the same from the Old FIT. Safety: It is a topsafety pick in its class from the Insurance Institute and passed the Offset crash test too. The old FIT failed miserably and was a dangerous car to be in an accident. Engine: It has Honda’s Famous “EarthDreams” Engine. You have more than enough power in this car--it accelerates faster than any car in its class. In fact, it is overpowered for the suspension and handling, and I recommend this car for experienced drivers only. Not a car to give to new driver just like you would not get them a Corvette. If you step on the accelerator too fast, you will spin the front tires. My experience in rain is that the front's spin very easily so be careful--may be the brand of tires, --Firestone--not sure. Much much faster than the Old FIT. Steering/Handling: Here is one area I prefer the Old FIT. The Old FIT handled better--pinpoint accuracy--so much fun. The new FIT is not precise, ambiguous on the highway, but it’s OK. Braking: Brakes on the New FIT are not enough for the power of this vehicle--I leave a LOT of room between my car and the car in front. It's not bad--just again--for the experienced driver who knows how to control a lightweight car with a powerful engine. Ride Comfort: The person that buys this car is someone who prefers a NASCAR sports car road feel to a cushy Lincoln ride. You will feel the road and all imperfections in this FIT. If the road is well paved and smooth, car will run smooth too. Some professional reviewers have written that the car is noisy inside. I have not found that--it's fine. Transmission: CVT has been fine--no problems. Interior: Mine has Leather and that was a must for me. The leather is very comfortable, cleans easily, and supportive bolstering for my back. I have all the technology that Honda offered in 2015 in my FIT, including the large touch screen with steering wheel controls, rear and side cameras. Many reviews have written that the touch screen interface is confusing. I don’t know what they are talking about!—it’s intuitive, and easy and fun to use—it’s one of the best in the car business now. I sat for a few hours two days with the well-written manuals you get in the car and learned a lot. Referred to them on occasion and learned more. Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, HD Radio is the best! Incredible sound! Navigation is very good, better than smart phone navigation, and has upgradeable maps. The voice recognition is poor and I never use it. Only thing that frustrates me is that certain functions are disabled while the car is moving. But I am having a ball with all the dash toys and it’s what sold me on the car. If you never had Satellite Radio—it’s cable TV for the car and additive—mine is always on CNN, MSNBC or FOX TV or Bruce Springsteen station (audio only). It’s the best! Seats 4 comfortably, although I use mine like a pick-up truck with rear folded down 99% of the time. Reliability: So far through 7000 miles, no problems or recalls. (My Old FIT had 2 Recalls, and 2 Warranty Repairs over 70,000 miles.) Real world mileage: My best Tank of Highway/City mileage has been 38 MPG, Worst tank which was probably more city than highway: 31 MPG. One day I was on the highway only for the first 2 hours after a fill, and it was 45 MPG. Not bad! Side Camera: Only Honda has this—it’s a lot of fun. Get it! Hitches: U-haul and other places will install a hitch specifically made for this car to carry bikes or tow less than 2000 lbs. It is 225.00 installed at U-haul, I just inquired. I really would not tow anything too heavy or fast with this car, maybe local only—use the hitch for bikes. Purchase: I shopped many dealers and compared deals from Costco, Truecar, Carsdirect, AAA, and what I was able to negotiate on my own. The Best deal by far was the Edmunds Price Promise. I don’t work for or with Edmunds—just telling you my experience. Summary: It’s a fun drive to drive, reliable thus far, with very good cargo room (its biggest selling point for most people), and very good fuel mileage. I rather drive my car than any other one. I think it’s a great value overall—there is no need to spend more money for a car. You don’t need an SUV. This FIT allows me to have all the features of a Mercedes, BMW or Lexus at 1/3 the cost—I almost feel like I am driving for free. I sleep well at night. Hey, it’s my second FIT and I could have purchased any other car!
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leebz, Chicago, IL, 06/27/2015
Honda Fit EX-L 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl CVT)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
After having owned this car for a week, I would have to say that the overall performance of the car is average (it's not meant to be a speedster). The interior is spacious and the cargo capacity and nifty seat configurations are practical. Some may not like the touch infotainment system. The worst part of it is the volume control (controlled from the steering wheel or the touch screen). It can be a little loud during acceleration but at cruising speeds is relatively quiet and pleasant. Overall ride is comfortable in my opinion. Seats are comfortable and don't bother me. Have yet to take it on a drive over an hour+. Can't wait for a road trip. This is my 3rd Honda & have to say the best yet.
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sparkndutch, Canyon Country, CA, 01/27/2015
Honda Fit EX-L 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I just traded in my 2013 Honda Fit Sport, IM SO GLAD I DID!!! Anyone with an older Fit that's been thinking about trading it in for the new one... DO SO! I went ahead and bought the fully loaded trim level to which I'm very happy about. It certainly does not feel like a cheap subcompact car at all, I own several Lexus' and a 2013 Accord Sport and this Fit is my favorite car to drive now. I would suggest everyone who's negotiationing for a price to use the "Edmunds Price Promise" I was able to use this at the dealership and in fact got way below invoice price since I used College and Military discount. So before taxes I bought it for $19.4k at Galpin Honda in Los Angeles, CA.
After 89K New Starter and CVT Transmission
David, Fontana, CA, 10/29/2016
updated 11/19/2024
Honda Fit EX-L 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
11/18/2024 Update: Unfortunately, my beloved FIT became costly after 89K miles: At 89,900 miles: New Starter: $634.50 P & L At 92,700 miles: The CVT Tranny just stopped working even after doing all the Tranny fluid changes recommended by the dealer each 30K miles. CVT is sealed, not serviceable and had to be replaced at a cost of $6112.86. Dealer says its not unusual for Honda CVT to not last much past 90K. Earlier reviews: This is my second FIT (1st was 2009) and I would buy a 3rd one in a heartbeat if they still made them. Its the absolute best car, easy and fun to drive and so practical. I zip in and out and around traffic in Los Angeles everyday--it makes driving fun in a crowded city--you don't want anything bigger driving and parking here. If you just drive city stop and go it will get about 26 to 32 MPG. If you just drive highways you will get 40 to 42 MPG. Discontinuing the FIT was one of Honda’s biggest mistakes. I did have an issue with the Engine Splash Shield--the plastic cover that sits under the oil filter area that they take off for maintenance. It's a poor design and it has fallen down twice in the past 4 years in parking lots if you rub the concrete space divider and I had to call AAA to fix it. It's just a poor clamp design. Some people just leave it off. I realized by switching dealers that it was the dealer incorrectly installing it after oil changes that caused the problems. At 70K the 2015 and 2016 models including mine needed extensive engine work for the ATC. It was 1400 and billed to the extended warranty. Honda has a Bulletin on the this but will not pay for the repair unless you bought HondaCare. I have also had the starter switch replaced under Honda’s extended warranty to 9 years/120K miles that that. But the 2nd Starter Switch is now failing and will need replacement. Just one important caveat: The OEM Firestone FR 740 tires that Honda put on the FITS are one of the worst tire fitments I have ever seen--it's an awful tire. You can ride the Firestones like I did until 25K miles, but you will truly enjoy the car so much more with dramatically improved handling and control by changing them out for the BF Goodrich 205/50 R16 G-Force Comp 2 A/S tire ($85 each). I also tried the Michelin Pilot Sports in the same size-- fits easily on the FIT rims with no modifications and plenty of clearance--it's an alternative wider size tire for FIT. You will also get improved fuel mileage. The Pilot is an incredible tire and I wish they still made in my size. Just get the FIT—it’s the best! Unless you need a Pick-up for work, this is the only car to buy. Keep in mind though that the quality of the Honda of the 1980’s and 90’s does not exist today. Honda used to manufacture exclusively in Japan in those days. Now they make the FIT and HRV and other vehicles in Mexico, Engines in Indonesia, and other nefarious places and quality is mediocre. My FIT has had many issues, but the dealer has fixed many of them. At 90K I question whether I question whether I will get another Honda—losing confidence in Honda.
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From Owner of 2015 Honda Fit EX-L Navi as of June 17, 2014.
leohenton, Everett, WA, 06/17/2014
Honda Fit EX-L 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl CVT)
35 of 44 people found this review helpful
I agree with Edmundsdotcom review of 2015 Honda Fit. We are quite pleased, so far with the Red 2015 Honda Fit EX-L with Navi that we took possession of on June 16, 2014. There are many thoughtful features included in the design. I can drive it comfortably and have learned to enter and exit OK as a 6'3" 400 pound middle-aged man. Drove 100 miles last night with two other full-sized adults as passengers and there were not any complaints from anyone There simply is not anything else in the sub-compact / compact class with this combination of room, comfort, fuel economy and upper-tier features (in the EX-L Navi trim package). The Navi is quite legible and useful. The value is appare