hi-mpg.org Ratings for
2007 Honda Fit
| Price: | 16,000
(in 2006) |
| Style: | 5 |
| Performance: | 5 |
| Luxury: | 6 |
| Utility: | 8 |
| Fun: | 6 |
| Value: | 7 |
| Overall: |
6.17 |
| | Ratings scale: 1-10; 10 = best |
Ah, how Honda had strayed from its roots. Its first automobiles to
the U.S. -- notably the Accord and Civic -- were both compact hatchbacks
in the 1970s. With each subsequent model makeover, however, both cars
became larger, heavier, and more powerful. The Accord ceased to be
a hatchback in the 1980s and the most popular Civic options have been
sedans or coupes sized like too.
There has been, then, a void in Honda's lineup left as its two main
bread-and-butter cars went upscale. But long at last, Honda now has
a sporty, smart hatchback again.
Actually, they've had one for a while -- in other countries. The 2007
Honda Fit was sold as the Honda Jazz to a loyal following across the globe.
Now with higher gas prices and the success of the
Scion xA, Honda decided
to bring the car to the U.S.
We're glad. The Fit is one of the more exciting-looking products that Honda
has brought over in a long time. Its handling is positively sporting, too.
Along with carving corners with aplomb and being a hoot to drive, it has
ample passenger and cargo space all while being frugal at the pump.
Welcome Honda Fit. The car is jazz to our ears.
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