"Outdated" is hard to define. A car that can go 15 years and 200,000 miles with nothing but oil changes, wiper blades, brake pads and tires never goes out of style.

@AudiophileTubes

3 жыл бұрын

YES! Exactly.

@Dennisdpr12

Жыл бұрын

I’m going to buy a car soon and I’m debating wether to get this or the element

@kenbeiser4443

Жыл бұрын

My daughter is driving my wife’s 2007 Fit. About 150k miles and no issues. My wife replaced her 2007 with a 2016 and it has 80k mikes now. No issues, either. She gets 40 to 44 mpg with her 2026 with. CVT trans. My son bought a beat up 2010? and I had to put in a new CV and axle. Not too horrible but his car has been abused…he is still driving it. We are disappointed we can’t get a new Fit orJazz again. Worked great but discontinued.

@SirSethery

Жыл бұрын

@@Dennisdpr12 I was hoping that these would have gone down in price. I regret not trying to get a 2018/2019 model at the end of 2020. The prices were a lot lower then. Now you have to spend a bit above msrp for a used one.

@markmason5443

Жыл бұрын

You’ve got that right. I have the last 2020 Sport touring FIT I could find, love it. Honda sensing allows the car to make the safest decisions. Have 2, 317 miles on it.

The 15 Honda Fit was my first new car at 6’5 I was plenty comfortable and had enough room with no issues and kids sitting behind me. If you’re debating between this and a Yaris or Versa, it’s not even close.

@BigRobChicagoPL

4 жыл бұрын

I am 6ft9 and also fit very well in the fit. Personally though I am more happy with the civic hatchback

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@BigRobChicagoPL I can understand why!

@lanceavats8881

4 жыл бұрын

Hey I have a question. When the drivers seat was set to your settings were you able to sit behind yourself? I’m looking at this car. I’m 6’ even and am looking at using this to drive my buddies around who are around my size. Thanks man!

@soilmanted

4 жыл бұрын

@@lanceavats8881 The rear seats have astonishing leg room even with the front seats moved all the way back. More than the Accord! However the front seats do not go as far back as i would like. Also, the mid-car fuel tank hump intrudes into the space for the driver's (and front seat passenger's) legs, and for the driver, her right foot. Set the cruise control and try to get your right foot comfortable flat on the floor right behind the throttle pedal - you can't - your heel bumps into the hump. It defeats the purpose of having cruise control - which is to allow your right foot to move into different positions on long trips, so as not to become cramped and painful from remaining in one position on long trips.

I had a 2012 Honda fit. You're not kidding about the room. I bought it because I was able to fit my entire drumset, plus another person and myself. It was ridiculous. I don't know what kind of sorcery Honda did to that vehicle.

@cjaquilino

4 жыл бұрын

Pico Exactly. Check out the Honda Element too. You can attach the back seats to the side walls. And lay the front seats flat.

@vicp8772

4 жыл бұрын

Its a car and a mini pickup Magic Seats weren't even talked about

@ottallman

4 жыл бұрын

Good room in a small package was the same reason I bought a 2012 Scion xB. 212k miles and still runs great. Looking at the fit as well as the last model year xb for another ride 😁

@traviskam1332

3 жыл бұрын

Oh what happened to your Honda Fit?

@thomasmoje5926

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2017 model and I can fit an entire drum set (I'm a drummer too) with room left over with the rear seats folded down. That was one of the selling points for me.

I have a 2007 Honda Fit Sport that, knock on wood, is still going strong. I’m 45 years old & have only had 3 cars. Buy a new Honda, drive it until you can’t anymore. Repeat. Thanks for your reviews; best out there! 🤩

@HeyItsAvi90

4 жыл бұрын

Bought a corolla 2014, apparently they last forever too. I bought this so i can save up for a 2015 mustang. Well, that mustang wont be mine for atleast 10-20 years if i take care of this corolla lmao. Asian cars.

@user-ts7pm7if2i

4 жыл бұрын

Truth. I also have a 2014 Corolla (bought brand new) and that baby is running strong. Also have my grandmothers 1996 Camry that she bought brand new and at like 400k miles it’s still going great.

@danielgriffith8911

4 жыл бұрын

my 2007 Fit Sport (manual) gets 36 mpg in the city/39 highway. Just replaced the clutch...which had 220K on it.

@LibraryAmbientJunkie

4 жыл бұрын

I had a civic that lasted almost 20 years. I had to part with it when I moved but I’m getting a new Honda. They are amazing cars.

@hunglukenguyen

3 жыл бұрын

I have a CR-Z

I just bought one, had to go to the other side of the state to find one with manual but it's worth it, Honda really does still make the best sticks in the business.

@danielcunningham5940

4 жыл бұрын

I wonder what it is with the Honda dealers and the automatic transmission. I have been shopping online and all of the dealers I have contacted - all of them keep trying to make me buy one of their more-expensive, less economical, less-reliable CVT models. They talk as if they were hard at work - doing me a personal favor - looking across multiple car lots - to search for the perfect car for me. But first they want to know what color. And what b.s. accessories I have to have.... and then they send me lists of cars with CVT trans, telling me I can buy any one of these... If you don't mind my asking: where did you buy your Fit? I might go there. And, if you don't mind answering: how many extra costs did they pile on?

@nlpnt

4 жыл бұрын

@@danielcunningham5940 Upper Valley Honda in Lebanon, NH (they may have moved to White River Junction, VT by now). The only mandatory extra was some sort of anti-theft parts marking..

@patrickhopkins1682

Ай бұрын

I got lucky back in December and found a 2012 manual fit with only 50k on it

I have a 2008 Honda Fit that I bought new...it has 391,000 Kms and still going strong. The black under the wipers hasn’t faded.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Oh wow that is really awesome! Thanks for sharing that!

The Fit is a great car that's affordable, reliable, roomy inside, and fuel efficient. It's the perfect city car, and perfect for parking in tight spots and driving on narrow roads. It's popular in Asia for sure. The Fit is known as the Jazz overseas

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

You are so very right!

@tdgdbs1

4 жыл бұрын

Assemble on the same line in Mexico

@Cerby1979

4 жыл бұрын

But this 2020 model is outdated. The 2020 Fit (or Jazz) overseas has been completely redesigned.

@Ty-vq1jy

4 жыл бұрын

Nicholas Gauthier this is the last year of the fit in the US. so you gotta stick with this

I recently bought one...a Fit EX, 2016, with very low mileage. I LOVE it!! Just to add to your review, which was good, the steering wheel IS telescopic and raises up and down also...it IS adjustable. I know you didn't seem to care for the interior...hard plastic, etc but they are able to make it more affordable instead of real cushy throughout the inside...comfortable seats tho. Also...the seats of the back seats lift up and lock to give more transport room behind the front seats which is AWESOME! And the back seats will recline a bit and the back of the front seats recline back flat so you could sit in the back seat, slightly reclined, and stretch your legs out onto the front seat to rest if you wanted/needed to. The cargo room is amazing, as you said, and when the backs of the back seats are fully down they actually lay flat- flat...lots of room!! Yeayy! AMAZING little car with a TON of room!! Handles nicely for me also and is a fun, comfy not so little, car! Also, if they updated the A/C controls and seat levers to electronic etc it would not be as affordable. I just LOVE it! So glad I bought it!!!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patricia for that great input and perspective!

Only an American salesperson would talk about storage for "Slim Jims", "Twinkies" and "Jolly Ranchers". Only an American. LOL

You don't need a fancy car to impress others.. a roof, air-con and affordable fuel is all that matter

We have a '19 Fit and absolutely love it! Test drove several similar vehicles and kept coming back to the Fit. I realize they may not be for everyone, but for a 3 person family with a dog, as a second vehicle, it works great for us!

@dougefresh7765

4 жыл бұрын

A Fish How do you use your dog as a second vehicle ? 😂😂😂

You totally skipped the "Magic Seat"; those things are fantastic!

I have this exact model/color. Love my Fit! It “fits” everything I need in a car: economy, abundant interior space, consistently excellent mpg’s (recently averaged 50 mpg highway, not even using Econ!), versatility, reliability, style, music options, and overall satisfactory driving experience. Fitastic! ❤️👍🏽🙂

@RaitisRides

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!

Yes I would definitely like to see more reviews of affordable cars like this. I would also like to see reviews of Slightly Used Cars. Something you would find at a certified pre-owned dealer, or something like that; thank you.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I will get that together for you!

If Honda had brought the HYBRID Fit version to USA, I would have bought one weeks ago. 😕 Come on Honda!

@carlm8821

4 жыл бұрын

U Fone Honda is the leader in ULEV has engine technology, so if the hybrid wouldn’t get even a fraction better mileage with a hybrid, it’s actually pointless! Trust me, I wanted a hybrid Civic as well, but a base manual with gas is equally efficient!

@brivonn5222

4 жыл бұрын

I said the same thing!!! But the only reason why they will not do I bet it's because of the Insight. I feel like if they get rid of that Insight, they will bring the Hybrid Fit over. They also should have made manual Fits in other trims. I bought an base 2019 LX trim because it comes in manual. Otherwise I would've bought a Sport or EX trim.

@Hboogie182

4 жыл бұрын

Don't be ridiculous. It's already slow, you really want it slower? Hybrids are slow as fuck. I would buy a Fit Si or Fit Type R.

I feel like this car would be insanely fun on a track with like 10 other fits in some sort of race. 6 speed manual of course

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Now we are talking!

@MrEmaximous

4 жыл бұрын

ugh... they just don't make hardly any 6 speeds. It's like trying to find a unicorn, why honda!

@myducks911

4 жыл бұрын

I put my 13 Fit on the drag strip for bracket racing. It definitely isn’t quick (17.9-18 second 1/4 mile) but it’s very responsive. And my Fit won a trophy. Went up against a 9 second s10. S10 broke out from his dial in. I dialed in at 17.9, that run got me at 17.93. Won the round. It’s fun to drive. My fiancé was racing his 335i that does a 12.2 1/4 mile and our friend in his Audi that does 11.2 1/4 mile. They lost their first rounds and done.

@matthewcole4823

4 жыл бұрын

You’re basically describing IMSA B-SPEC racing, except there are other makes, with all of the cars performance matched.

@paulcrocker4553

3 жыл бұрын

Fiesta ST is another fun sub compact.

Just announced, discontinued for 2021. RIP 2007-2020

@arevee9429

4 жыл бұрын

What a shame for those of us that appreciate a good subcompact. Too bad the US market only seems to want giant tanks.

@robloxiandino4454

4 жыл бұрын

They should Lower value of civic or improve it because now we have to pay 20k for a new honda

@carguyns4348

4 жыл бұрын

are vee, everyone just wants a big tank 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

@xuser-l1h

3 жыл бұрын

That's a good thing

@thundergato84

3 жыл бұрын

@@arevee9429 It's a good subcompact, but the price is close to a base Civic. You might as well get a Civic if you're paying that much.

I'm a big, fat 6ft+ guy and I find the Fit very comfortable to drive.

I own a 13 Fit. I love it. Great gas mileage, feels open, and it’s tough. I hit a deer on the highway during the rut doing 70MPH at 11 in the morning... $7000+ in damages, almost totaled but she came back to me. Airbags didn’t deploy because of how the deer hit (off to the drivers side not head on; the deer actually tried to jump over my car when it connected and didn’t damage the front at all just the windshield, roof, drivers side and back door). I came out completely unscathed. It also surprisingly has a lot of room inside. Granted I’m 5’2” and my favorite part is being able to lay down the back seats completely flat. It comes in handy when at the drag strip on Sunday. Instead of a chair pop the hatch, lay down the seats, put down a blanket and relax.

@winds1010

2 жыл бұрын

lmao that was so random

@_Kim_Possible

2 жыл бұрын

The airbags not deploying is a terrifying fact. WTF? That's terrible safety

@j_taylor

2 жыл бұрын

@@_Kim_Possible The driver was "completely unscathed." I'll take that safety any day and twice on Sundays.

@OrangeUp

2 жыл бұрын

You never talk about the deer. Only about yourself.

@elunex8588

Жыл бұрын

$7000+?! I ain't spending 10k to fix that when that can go towards a brand new car down payment!

I wish honda would bring the fourth generation. I’ve owned first and second generation fits. Great cars.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you!

@lieutenantcandlewax

4 жыл бұрын

Production starts this month.

@conraddevera

4 жыл бұрын

Sir, have you tried with 4 riders (Inc driver)? 2 kids 2 adults (were not big/tall). How was it? Thanks

@ned8249

4 жыл бұрын

Cons29 I think you would find it to be perfectly acceptable. It’s not a fancy car but it’s extremely dependable and kinda fun car.

@conraddevera

4 жыл бұрын

@@ned8249 looking to get a Mazda 3 (which is already expensive for me). Currently have a few cpo Mazda 3 (maybe a non cpo would be OK too). I can't buy a new one as my stay in the US is limited and will have to sell if I go home. I think this one would be cheaper

I have a 2009 Fit, and it is an awesome little car. I have carried loads of 8-foot lumber with the rear hatch fully closed. (It almost carries 10-foot lumber, but the hatch can't quite close.) In the course of many trips to IKEA for furniture and bookshelves, it never failed to hold anything I put in there. The back seat is amazingly versatile. The engine is so smooth, I can't even hear it when it's idling. The handling is great, parking is a breeze, and it easily gets 40+ mpg on the highway. My only gripe: road noise. We have a lot of concrete freeways where I live, and they really are loud. But on a good asphalt surface, no problem.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input from your perspective!

Honda fits never die it's one tough car.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

This is so very true!

People tend to crap on the fit. But I have to say if you pick up a used one it would make a great daily beater for really cheap. But personally I'd rather get a used civic or accord.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective!

@SuperDobieGirl

4 жыл бұрын

I bought in '15 a '13 with 12,000 miles on it. Practically new. Still driving it in '20.

@KingDayDayDay00

4 жыл бұрын

Civics and Accords are obviously an upgrade. Honda Fits are about getting as much bang while saving money

@nolabinn2542

4 жыл бұрын

I bought a one owner 2010 honda fit sport. 5 speed. I LOVE this car.......I heard they are going to stop sending them to USA in 2021. So I guess I have to fix it as needed. I planned on getting another one in the future.

Have a 2015 fit. It's a great urban ride....great mpg..and amazing cargo space!! Also...price is affordable.

I would say its outdated but its very reliable and at the end of the day that's what really counts.

@AceHernandz

4 жыл бұрын

Explore With Rick exactly!

That fabric is creepin me out, love your work brother. Realest reviewer out! Don't ever change please!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you! Thanks for your kind words and awesome support!

I have a 2019 one and I could not be happier from the standpoint of MPG, performance, deceptively big interior roominess and intuitive/clear control panel (dashboard), also, although he A/C controls look from the 90s I rather have this simple/functional layout than a maze of soft controls that are difficult to operate and are more prone to get damaged over time.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing input from your ownership.

Maybe we'll get the next gen Fit design soon. Remember, it took the US 6 years to get the Fit back in 2007, when other countries had it first several years before lol

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

That is so very true!

@Snake-ms7sj

4 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure I heard that the new Fit won't be coming to the US. It's an odd looking design, that's for sure.

@4ft3rburn3r

4 жыл бұрын

@Bruce Cumming Honda does not have any plans to release the 4th gen Fit in the US because of declining sales.

@simplemods

4 жыл бұрын

It might be officially discontinued in the United States (until they run out of stock) due to the high popularity of SUVs and trucks.

@As3lla

4 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣 "anti americanism" what this guy is saying is true. These companies do test their cars in other countries. 🙄 how can you wonder why it takes so long for companies to bring cars to the US then say its not bc they arent testing markets 💀 wonder what it is then 🙄

I have the manual 5 speed version (Honda Jazz) here in Australia and it flies even in 5th gear. I love the flip up rear seats.

I remember the days when Honda CRX & VW GTI were hot cars w/high school tuners. The rear chrome & exhaust diffuser in the Fit will probably be deal breakers for the younger crowd. Great review as always, Joe.

But also, where is the Magic Seat? That was a huge selling point for me. With that we can fit two Great Pyreneese dogs in the car (one in the hatch) + baby + 2 adults in the front. yeah, crazy amount of room for a miniature minivan

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Very good points Matthew!

Fits are great! The 5/6 speed is noticeably peppier and responsive! My wife has a 2010 auto with paddles and I have a 2013 5-speed and mine is quicker to rev for sure. But both need almost zero maintenance and get an honest 35-38 mpg with up to 40-42 highway under good conditions.

Owned a 2015, the first year of this Fit and there was a lot to like. It was EX/auto. The overall quality was better than other subcompacts and the power and handling were more than acceptable. The down sides include high revving at highway speeds - and the manual would have been worse, the CVT could drone going up steep hills, the suspension was loud and crashing going over imperfect pavement and the fuel tank, which is placed under the front seats, was a little small. Back to the pros, the cargo capacity was absolutely fantastic and nothing else I know of in this class or even a class above can compare. Flaws aside, I'd still consider having another one and hope Honda brings the updated model to the US.

I had no idea Honda came out with the 4th gen Fit! I looked it up and and unfortunately think this gen looks better (more aggressive). The new one looks too “soft” or round.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

@DavidMichaelKalman

4 жыл бұрын

Check out the 4th gen Fit Crosstar trim. Not really aggressive, but at least assertive: www.carscoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/2020-Honda-Jazz-02.jpg

@marcandreperin7973

4 жыл бұрын

Selling SUV is much more lucrative!

@DavidMichaelKalman

4 жыл бұрын

@@marcandreperin7973 58 - 60 MPG with the hybrid powertrain.

@williamchua7261

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree. The new design youre referring to screms Japanese if you know what I mean.

Bought our first Fit(Jazz) in 2004, second one in 2007 (best looking one) third one and still be missed, a Hybrid-version, in 2011, fourth one in 2016 and our last one in 2019 (all build in Japan 😇) all because of the magic seats and all with CVT ( I've driven CVT's since 1964)

@cjaquilino

4 жыл бұрын

J.R. Arnolli I’m guess you’re European. We never got the hybrid.

I just bought a 19 sport a few months ago, and I love everything except the CVT. Albeit I trust the transmission because it’s a Honda I just don’t like the characteristics of it. Should I keep the car since they don’t sell them in America anymore ?

@baronvonjo1929

9 ай бұрын

What do you think about your engines sound. I got a 2018 and it has me worried

@TECHBYTE-ARSENAL

9 ай бұрын

@@baronvonjo1929 sounds like a lawn mower with a dying cat inside of it. It is a Honda after all.

I have a 2017 FIT EX-L, all black like this one. Love it. Great little car that's really not as small as it looks. Not a big fan of the CVT but I can live with it.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

Thanks, Joe, interesting review. My brother in New Orleans has 2016 Fit, and I was visiting him about a year ago to assist while he was getting some medical stuff done and drove his car for several days. I am 6 ft 1, 180, and fit very comfortably, and he had the automatic but I enjoyed driving it around. Exceptional fuel economy (we were getting nearly 40 mpg going across the causeway over Lake Pontchartrain - and yes, I had to google the name to get the correct spelling!) and decently fun to drive around. Like you said, the space in those things has to be experienced to be believed. Not sure I would buy one new, but I think it would make an awesome used car purchase if you find a 2-3 year model with low miles. Nothing wrong with small car reviews!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

You are so very welcome and thanks for sharing that great input!

My very first new car, a 2020 Honda Fit EX-L has been incredible, and I’m already up to 15,000 miles. Hoping it’ll be my forever car. I want to see half a million miles with obsessive maintenance.

Nice job with the review, but I super strongly disagree on the dashboard being "outdated" - and I mean STRONGLY disagree. I LOVE the traditional dashboard and guage cluster layout on this Honda Fit. I love the large knobs and the manual controls - and the traditional guage cluster. The reason I love this is that while your are driving, the traditonal dashboard layout is MUCH easier and safer to use because you don't have to take your eyes off the road as much to use them. Plus I think the "traditional design" looks much better and nicer than the modern digital "video game" dashboard designs.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks sharing your input and perspective! I always appreciate the extra points!

@howlingwolf125y

4 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides No problem, and I don't want you to think that I was criticizing you. I just hear the word "outdated" so much on youtube vehicle reviews.. I like to look at what really works better in a vehicle. Does changing something really make it better or easier to use?? Much of the time they try to make a new change to something that's supposed make something more modern, but much of the time the new thing that they changed works worse, and is NOT as simple, clear, or as easy to use as the previous old way.

Unfortunately, he didn’t do his homework. This is an outstanding car. I’m on my 3 rd one, 200k miles for extremely low cost. ( & sold for a crazy high price). What about the “ magic” back seats. I’m gonna have to Zonk you on this one!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your ownership input. Of course an owner will always know more about a car than I do.

@bigboykrish6457

Жыл бұрын

How to get the Honda fit? I’m in America how can i get a new one or used? Can i buy it at a dealership

Thank you so much for this review. I’m torn between getting a Honda Fit EXL to drive till I’m dead or settling for a Mitsubishi Mirage because it’s the cheapest with the 10yr/100k mile warranty. But I know I’ll regret it in the end. Definitely getting the Honda Fit. Will be happier in the long run.

I used to own a 2015 Honda Fit EX. One thing I noticed is how _flat_ the vehicle corners, mostly because of the lower center of gravity due to the center-mounted fuel tank. Indeed, that center-mounted fuel tank explains why both front and rear seat passengers enjoy a surprising amount of room,

my hot water 40 gal. tank went out, went to Menards pick one up, put the whole hot water tank box and everything into my 2013 Honda fit, closed my hatchback, no problem, I was amazed at the interior space

Thanks so much for the very detailed review of this Honda Fit! While I don't actually own one, I have driven a few rentals and this is a great cute little car! I'm new to this channel and I'm looking forward to seeing more reviews and I'll check out some previous posts. Thanks for your channel!

You forget the magic seat and yes it would be interesting to have more ride with car like this.

@terry3906

4 жыл бұрын

I was coming off of a Fiat 500L, with the tilt and tumble seats, and the versatility of the magic seats was what sold me on being able to drop down in overall size a bit, while losing comparatively little cargo space overall. Also, I routinely deal with 200 plus mile each way drives for work, so refresh mode was the cherry on top for when I want to pull over and catch a power nap.

As an ex Honda employee I can explain why the Fit is equipped the way that is and has been since the beginning. The profit margin in that car is so low that it’s laughable. The first year of production Honda lost money on every Fit sale. Joe definitely doesn’t understand this car, at all... and it’s got his OCD raging lol

@j.r.arnolli7494

4 жыл бұрын

WR ZL1 / there is a big difference in build quality between the Fit's from Mexico and the Jazz(Fit) made in Japan. I'm glad that the five Jazz's(Fit) that we bought so far, all where build in Japan. Prices here in Europe are much higher than in the USA. Our last Jazz, model 2019, 1.3L CVT cost more than €25k= $28k !!!

@j.r.arnolli7494

4 жыл бұрын

Those fake vents are gone on the newest gen. (In europe😃) esp. the back is much nicer now, headlight, now LED (in Europe) also much nicer looking, but, still no volume- / tuningknobs, no lane watch camera😤. Honda, use the Accord system in all Your cars ( and bring the Accord back to Europe, maybe also the Ridgeline, the Stpwagon, N-serie car???????????????????

@hamsterama

4 жыл бұрын

Just wondering, when you say you are an ex-Honda employee, did you actually work for Honda? Some people will say they work for Honda (or whatever car manufacturer), when in fact they actually work at a dealership. And dealerships aren't actually owned by the manufacturer. Or did you literally work for Honda? Just wondering, because I live in central Ohio. Honda is a big time employer in this state.

Hey Raiti, the rear seats have two seating positions. The standard position from laid down magic seats to lock (that's one) but you can pull the handle up and have the rear seats angled more back so you're not upright like you said. But I really do recommend trying one in a manual. I'm not a fan of CVT's

Looks like a mini odyssey! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

@cjaquilino

4 жыл бұрын

Kevin Delgado Honda basically low key smuggled in a Japanese style Kei car, “van” really, into the US market.

@Olvera_emi

4 жыл бұрын

😂🤣 dead

@kevindelgado3917

4 жыл бұрын

Christopher A. You are absolutely right! I think anyone would be better of buying a Civic that is basically on the same range.

@kevindelgado3917

4 жыл бұрын

Emilio Olvera i haven’t seen a fit since 2014. Imagine my surprise when i saw this! 😂🤣😂🤣

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

It does doesn't it!

I still love the looks of the 3rd gen comparing to the new 4th gen. The looks are much more aggressive up front.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it with you and for you sharing your input!

The CVT is not the best for raw performance when pushing hard, but it's faster than a manual for zippy city driving. Not having to spend 0.5 - 1 second per shift adds up when getting to 60. Then coming to a stop, I can "downshift" through the "gears" to decelerate. Shifting to the 1st ratio too early feels like hitting 1st in a manual too early. You really lean on the tranny to slow down the car if you want. I hate traditional autos, but I really like the CVT for a commuter. When your engine lacks some grunt, the infinite gears can give a bit more pull. It doesn't feel like an engine and transmission, but like a power system you give input to. It's satisfying to drive in its own way.

The Honda Fit always looked like a mini-minivan to me

@cjaquilino

4 жыл бұрын

Indeon It’s like a Japanese Kei car van.

@highdesertutah

4 жыл бұрын

And with the rear seats down it acts like a mini minivan inside which is great.

@RangerRickTV

4 жыл бұрын

haha it really does.

@danielgriffith8911

4 жыл бұрын

not many cars this size will carry an adult size bicycle laying down flat in the back, thats for sure.

@RangerRickTV

4 жыл бұрын

@@danielgriffith8911 I wonder if you can fit two 8 footlong kayaks in the back.

You need to review the Honda Fit Sport with manual transmission. That one is the car enthusiasts choice. Unfortunately for 2020 they did away with the manual for the EX which is a shame. Still the most fun in the subcompact category if you also want to save gas. Although, I have heard the Mazda based Yaris hatchback is a solid alternative but I have not driven it yet.

@CactusJack252

4 жыл бұрын

victor bozzo if I bought a fit it would have to be a manual.

@christyshaw784

4 жыл бұрын

For some reason the Yaris has a smaller displacement engine and less HP than the Mazda version

HiJoe, about bringing the newer design of this car in the US, US is not a big market for subcompact cars. Even in larger cities, people buy compact cars instead of subcompacts. Honda sells at least 50 Fits (Jazz that is) in other markets, for one Fit it sells in the US. So, US is a very good market to clean up their stock of the previous model Fits.

Pretty good review, but I've got a couple of niggles on the details. I have a 2019 Fit EX that I bought a couple of months ago, so I suspect the 2020 is fundamentally the same. Regarding the lack of 12v socket in the back seat, you pointed out that there's a 12v in the arm rest. The arm rest has a cable channel and I have a dual USB charger in the 12v port with cables coiled in the arm rest. Both my kids can charge in the back seat, no problem. Also about the back seat. If you feel like your're sitting a little too upright... recline the back seats. They have a recline position, which I haven't seen in a little hatchback like this before. It's mostly like reclining on a plane, but it's there. I leave mine in the second position all the time. When folding the seats up, they'll snap into the first position and lock there. Lift the seat latch and they'll recline into the second position. And that brings me to a neat little hack that can't possibly be an actual feature, but I think it's cool. Take the head rest off the passenger seat, slide it all the way forward, and then lay it flat into the back seat. You've practically got a bed there. There might even be a scenario where that config is useful. Transporting someone with a leg cast, for example. And the fold-flat passenger seat was also super nice when I had to transport a ladder the other day. I will say, you're totally spot on about the driving experience. It's a very docile car and it turns like it's on rails. Nothing jarring, but satisfyingly precise since it's pretty hard to overdrive this car. I find mine to be super comfortable, but it's not sporty. It'd be nice if it was a little quicker, but you are definitely getting what you're paying for with this car. The paddle shifters really don't add any excitement, but it's super comfortable on the highway and has all the good Honda Sense stuff with lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, collision warning, an ECON mode. It's got a nice set of bells and whistles for a car at this price point. Wish I'd had the luxury of being able to wait to find one with a standard, but I don't regret buying my EX at all. Oh... also worth noting: both Carplay and Android Auto. Again, lots of features in an economical car.

@CactusJack252

4 жыл бұрын

Michael Chenault your comments should have more likes

@michaelchenault3693

4 жыл бұрын

@@CactusJack252 That's very kind of you. Thank you. I hope you and yours are safe and well.

@jimgurganious6642

4 жыл бұрын

The paddles can be used to keep the engine in the powerband-all the action is above 4k-max torque at 4600 rpms, max hp at 6600...

Bought my first 15 fit 6MT still have it, and still love it ! Wished they came out with an SI model tho

If Honda adds ~30hp more; It would be great. dual climate in a space that is a few meters big is absurd. Good review!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Those are some great points!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

That would be really awesome!

I love my 2019 Honda Fit. It is so pretty. I like that it is kind of "round".

I had issue with the seat in my 2015, but fixed it with a seat pad (the gel type that looks almost like a honeycomb w/black cover) Makes all the difference surprisingly. Probably wouldn't have bought the car if I hadn't thrown my gel pad on it while test driving it.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that from your experinece!

I just bought the 2020 Honda fit. I'm super excited, and this was a great video! I think it's super roomy for my needs, and plan on putting it to work immediately. Great job Honda!

I have owned a 2007 (totaled in an accident) and currently own a 2015 Fit. I test drove both the Yaris and Versa and IMO the Fit was better than either of them, at least for myself. I agree with his comments on the seats - they could be better. The mileage is absolutely insane if you don't have a lead foot.

During my test drive, my impressions were electronics were pretty nice but the quality of the interior had a cheap plastic quality(EX trim). Sadly the test drive was very short and I didn’t feel like I got enough time. Also looked at the VW Golf(nicer but more expensive), and eventually bought a used 2015 Lexus ct200h(similar price to a new Fit). I wanted to like the Fit, as I was a longtime Civic owner but having a small car is important in city life.

Did a trip 2.5 hours away from the city with the Honda Fit With Just 1 full tank of gas going and some driving around at destination..amazingly drove back with the same tank of gas! I couldn’t believe it myself! My buddy at the other end had to refilled it once coming back with his mini van

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great experiece!

The first gen Honda fit looks sooo much better, but interiors has improved so much on the later. I wish we could get a si version where it's a n/a engine that revs high, it would work well sinc this car has a lower curb weight than the rest of the Honda's out in our market.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!

To be honest I think the next generation looks weird

@a012345

4 жыл бұрын

Looks like a tiny minivan.... I like it.

Honest review. Thanks Joe. One of the reasons the Fit doesn't sell well in the US is it's not much of a price jump to a Civic which is a much more substantial car. We pay very low prices in the US for Civics and Accords compared to what they sell for around the world. Example: Base prices in Malaysia Fit $16, 939 Civic $26, 110 Accord $35,849 Base prices in US: Fit $16,190 Fit Civic $20,650 Accord $24,020 Wouldn't be surprised if we don't get next generation Fit

My 2013 Fit is the best purchase I've ever made. 98k miles and 0 major repairs. It got destroyed in 2 hail storms so it's lumpy but it's mechanically sound and it's mine. 😋 Love the fold-down seats. I wish they would make a convertible!

10:07 - The rear seats can recline a bit. Seems to be an overlooked feature.

Have 2016 Fit. 35 city/45 hwy, a real gas saver.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

That is really good MPGs! Thanks for sharing that!

Loved the 5 speed from a few years ago..feels like a different car and shifts very nicely.

@nathanfischer3551

3 жыл бұрын

I got a 2009 5 speed for my first car. Heck yeah

I recently bought one I like it it's fuel efficient enough for everyday commuting and has enough cargo space for when you need it. It's kind of slow but it's fast enough for highway driving.

I got a great deal on a 2015 with the CVT. It is hands down the best car I've ever had in terms of practicality. I only wish I got the manual

I think this would be a really great car if it had manual transmission. Add slightly better seats and AC in the rear and it would be a near perfect subcompact car. So close. The Honda Fit could the VW Beetle of our time.

@drunkbygreentea

Жыл бұрын

.....it does have manual. he literally said it.

Put a 6 speed manual plus a K24 in and you got something!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I like the way you think!

I didn’t find the front seat sloping forward and downward. Never ever heard anyone else say this or the countless reviews that are out there. Maybe a defect to this particular car?

I have a 2007 Fit Sport with over 200,000 km. I added LED highlights. It's been solid. Very low maintenance costs.

The Fit is easily the best car in it's class. We have a 2nd generation, bulletproof, huge hatch area, drives great. I love the car, and I plan on replacing it with a 3rd gen. They are a bit more money than a Yaris, but you get more as well.

it should be 17k maxed out. Not the same price as a honda civic which is better

@dinobot_maximize

4 жыл бұрын

only makes sense to buy a base model of these...or does it. how much is a base civic lol

@supremeetnel7707

4 жыл бұрын

RL Agito if you get the fit with apple CarPlay and cvt it’s like 19k

Wife got one of the last 2020 Fit and it is fantastic. I got a 2015 ex just turning 100K miles. Still getting 40mpg!

@RaitisRides

Ай бұрын

That is so fantastic to hear David!

It's crazy how they managed to design this car. I'm able to fit more stuff in this tough little guy than I can in my friend's Corolla.

Good review on a car that the common guy/gal can afford.

@rj9617

4 жыл бұрын

Finally

Joe pls review a manual I would love to see your reaction!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I will try to track one down.

I love those 'magic seats'. I can fit my size M Cannondale road bike without removing the front wheel. The cvt don't bother me much.

I love the fact that you use snacks to measure how much space are in those compartments. Oh, and BTW, you're not 6'0", you're more like 5'10" almost 5'11".

Good job Joe. Always enjoy your reviews. I prefer the 3 Rd Gen than the new 4 th

I just get my second Fit love it.

We still have a 2007 Versa SL (premium package) that we bought new in the Spring of 07. I would have preferred the Fit but at the time they were hard to get and the dealers were putting a $1000. tariff above list because they could. It's amazing the similarity between my Versa the the 20' Fit. A few of the things you dinged Honda for are on the Versa. We'll be getting Toyota/Mazda in the near future to replace the Versa. No sense buying a vehicle that looks pretty much like the one you already have. Finances have changed in the past 13 years so we have more options.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input and perssective from your ownership.

Been driving a 2018 fit for a while now. I drove from Illinois to florida. Emptied out a storage unit easily, since the seats fold down. get about 37-40 MPG and the gas tank is about 9 gallons. You would be surprised the stuff you can haul in this little devil. Under the hood, if you are familiar with cars, youll notice maintanence is easy even for complicated jobs, not a lot of overly complicated parts and its not too cramped in the engine bay. Im 6 ft tall and i barely fit as the driver, but its not a deal breaker...anyone over 6 ft will have issues though

I really hate those halogen headlights. If only they added the LED Headlights Honda puts in their Honda Jazz overseas.

@MiguelRPD

4 жыл бұрын

For real. The Scion iQ had projector headlights 6 years ago. THE SCION FREAKING iQ

@ethandestruction

4 жыл бұрын

Just buy a pack on amazon and swap them out, super easy

I have both CVT and the manual. Same driving dynamics, but the fun factor is miles apart. Manual is the way to go especially for subcompact cars. The Fit is definitely go. Kind of reminds me of the old school Hondas.

I use my Fit for Uber and Lyft and don't get complaints. I also use it for Amazon flex and with the seats down I can get 60 boxes in the back

That cup holder on the left of the steering wheel is a huge convience. Holds a wide variety of cup sizes securely. Easy to place cup when getting in the car. Easy and comfortable to access when driving.

Have had one since I bought it new in 2009. Has 240,000 miles right now. Need it to last me another 4 years. I bet it will.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I bet you are right!

wish they make a Fit Si 😎

@connerolann1533

4 жыл бұрын

Same

@dwaynegayle1931

4 жыл бұрын

They r called fit .RS... they dont use the si badge no more for fit

@tinhinnh

4 жыл бұрын

Dwayne Gayle we dont have rs here. heck ill take a sport with 1.5T

I have a silver 2020 Fit Ex-L, and I think he should have reviewed the Ex-L, interior quality is much better, and the metallic grey paint really makes it look much better

I'm about to turn mine in, it's a '17. I might lease again if the dealership can make me a good deal. I can get 42 mpg on long trips, and I actually averaged about 40 from Ohio to Knoxville recently. Then, went on to Myrtle; it did well through the mountains,as it always does. As a matter or fact, this car goes through the mountains really well. That was the first thing I noticed 3 years ago. BTW, it pulls through Fancy Gap like a champ.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing about your ownership experience!

Personally I prefer the design of the 3rd generation Fit (over the 4th) as it doesn’t look like a fake Mitsubishi

I’m getting a Honda Fit EX-L with hfp package when. I get one

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

That is perfect Joshua!

Great in gas great in cargo Hard to pass things on the highway But she holds up at high speeds once you get it there.

I got to dive one of these omg on the outside it looks so small but on the inside it’s so freaking huge, this car is freaking amazing. Reminds me of the 2002- can’t remember si hatch backs but looks a lot better. You can definitely travel in this with a bunch of people. Wish they had an awd in this car.