When did the Honda Fit come out in the US?

When did the Honda Fit come out in the US?

The Honda Fit made its U.S. debut in 2006 and promptly won our endorsement as the best of a new breed of subcompacts—little cars that deliver more than just basic transportation and attractive mpg numbers.

Is the Honda Fit considered a sports car?

The Fit communicates its eager responses in a way that’s reminiscent of a sports car. There’s a minor downside to the foregoing. Though ride quality is firmly smooth on pristine pavement, it can verge on harsh when the surface gets patchy, and it’s a harshness that’s accompanied by road noise.

How much does a 2009 Honda Fit weigh?

This ’09 test car weighs 2506 pounds. Also, thanks to the ’09 Fit’s longer snoot—sculpted to give the car a little more curbside flash—forward weight bias goes from 61.5 percent to 62.3, making it pretty much the nose-heaviest car in this class.

What kind of horsepower does a Honda Fit have?

The 1.5-liter, SOHC 16-valve VTEC aluminum four in the old Fit made 109 horsepower at 5800 rpm and 105 pound-feet of torque at 4800. Displacement is unaltered at 1497cc, but there’s a new intake manifold.

What kind of car is the 2009 Honda Fit?

Driving the Used 2009 Honda Fit. Superb handling is what really stands out with the 2009 Honda Fit. It’s no sports car, but we found the Fit rather agile, thanks in part to the added body rigidity and, on the Sport trim, the rear stabilizer bar.

What’s the look of the new Honda Fit?

The all-new 2009 Honda Fit has a smoother aerodynamic look, a more powerful engine and a new interior design. The base and Sport trims return but come standard with larger wheels and are available in new colors.

What kind of engine does a Honda Fit have?

Used 2009 Honda Fit Engine. The 2009 Honda Fit has a 1.5-liter engine, which Honda revised by incorporating a more advanced i-VTEC system. The i-VTEC varies the intake and exhaust valve events, which in turn enhances performance while still achieving good fuel economy and low emissions. The Fit comes in two different flavors: Manual and automatic.

What kind of navigation does a Honda Fit have?

The Sport trim is now offered with satellite navigation and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA). Honda made a name for itself by building small, frugal and reliable hatchbacks. Yet, as the company grew, so did its cars.

A brand new compact four-door, five-passenger hatchback, the 2007 Honda Fit packs a lot of features into its tiny body and is also very fuel-efficient with an EPA estimated 33 mpg city/38 mpg highway. Sold in Japan since 2001 as the Jazz, the subcompact Honda Fit arrived in the United States for the 2007 model year.

What’s the price of a 2007 Honda Fit?

The MSRP for Sport models will be $15,720 (manual), $16,520 (automatic). However, with Honda’s arm’s-length list of dealer installed options, many other price points are possible.

What’s the price of a new Honda Fit?

Now, Honda rejoins the battle for subcompact supremacy, with the introduction of the new Fit. When the 2007 Fit makes its debut in Honda showrooms on April 20, it will carry a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $14,400 with manual transmission, $15,200 with an automatic.

When did the Honda Fit remote come out?

And more. Honda Fit model was introduced in 2007. This model has two versions and five types of keys. Remote Key Fobs: 2015 to 2020. Transponder Chip Keys: 2007 to 2021. Please keep in mind that while some keys or key fobs may look the same, they have different capabilities/frequencies/keyways.

Is the Honda Fit a new car for 2007?

What’s New for 2007. The Honda Fit plugs the gap at the entry-level end of the Honda lineup, a spot vacated by the Civic as it crept upstream. While new to the U.S. market, the Fit itself isn’t new. The car has already sold over one million units in over 70 counties, where it’s known as the Jazz.

How is the Honda Fit reviewed at Edmunds?

Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2007 Honda Fit provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2007 Fit at Edmunds.

What kind of car is a Honda Fit?

Driving the Used 2007 Honda Fit. The Fit’s subcompact size and good pickup make it well suited for skating through traffic. As with most small-engine cars, the Fit responds best with a manual transmission. Passing takes planning, but highway travel is unstressed.

How much does it cost to maintain a Honda Fit Sport?

We tracked the real-world costs to maintain and repair a 2007 Honda Fit Sport over 13 years and 129,000 miles. Here is the outcome and a lesson learned. We tracked the real-world costs to maintain and repair a 2007 Honda Fit Sport, and learned some important lessons. We’ve done two prior stories of this type.