I am on my 2nd Honda Fit Sport , as I regularly wear a tophat the head clearance is necessary . My first Fit went 386000 miles only parts ever needed was blower fans and one ignition switch. Retired still running perfectly but 12 Vermont winters rusted it out. My second Fit is a 2008 that I bought in perfect condition with 132000 miles for $1500. As I am 79 this could well be my last car. I am getting 43 mpg with standard trans. And regular use of cruise control. 👍🎩
I just bought my 2008 Honda Fit automatic 3 weeks ago with 198,000 miles. I got 36.5 mpg on the 143 mile drive home from the sellers place at 75 mph with the windows rolled down and no A/C or cruise control. Love this car.
i bought one new in 2010. fast forward 10 years later and i still have it with 170k. engine and transmission have been maintenance free. the only thing ive bought under the hood is a new battery every couple of years. It has exceeded my expectations
I was planning to buy a used 2010 Fit Base model with 124k miles. I am a bit hesitant because of the miles. Anything I should be looking at specifically (known issues)?
I upgraded my battery to a bigger one. They say the smaller ones are expensive and have a shorter life. The 2008 Honda Fit uses Napa's direct fit battery for the 2005 Ford Mustang 4.0L. I run the new battery lengthwise from the fuse box to the aircleaner. It fits nice and snug. No modifications needed! 740 CA/ 590 CCA.
I bought my '09 new in February, 2009, with 69 actual miles on the clock. It's now approaching 181,000 and I predict it'll go another 100,000 or more. It's the most trouble free car I've ever owned.
You titled this a high mileage review... This is just a review bro. I wanted to see the engine bay, hear you talk about potential issues at that mileage range, repairs needed so far & at what mileage, etc.
I recently bought a used 2018 Honda Fit Sport with the CVT automatic with 48,000 miles. It’s supposed to get 33 city and 40 hwy on mpg. With 1,500 miles driven, I’m averaging over 50 mpg highway and city. This is NOT a hybrid. Nor does the engine shut off after each stop (I hate that). It has no modifications to it. It’s all in the driver. I do mimic some of the hypermilers habits without being too extreme about it. For hwy speeds, I set my cruise at 65 mph instead of 75. I averaged 50.7 mpg after 495 miles going from CO to TX. In the city my average is a little over 53 mpg. I live just outside of city limits, so probably don’t do as much stop and go as the bigger cities, so I’m sure that helps. I accelerate slow, I try to pick times there isn’t much traffic. I time my stops by coasting instead of braking very much, avoid extended stops, and also time my errands in the morning in summer to avoid running AC as much as possible. It helps to have a right car to do this, but I’ve been able to do this on all of my vehicles. My Toyota Tundra pickup, it isn’t as dramatic. Just a couple more mpg over what they are supposed to get. But any economical car, you can run similar numbers as to what I do, it doesn’t have to be a Fit. But I really do love my Fit, it’s a shame they discontinued making them in the states with 2020 being the last year. And the CVT automatics get 4 more mpg than the manual transmissions. Improve your driving habits by doing something similar to what I’m doing. You’ll see it works. It’s not magic, just basic physics. Best of luck.
What's really great about this car is. It still uses traditional torque converter transmission. Unlike the new models who stick with a scooter transmission aka CVT
i just got mine last week. this exact color and everything, but with a manual transmission and the executive edition (top of the line version in my country). i love it so much so far. it’s pretty quick and it’s pretty fun to drive as well. good seating position too
I have an 07 Honda Fit sport 5 speed std. with 391,000 km on it which is 243,000 miles still runs awesome. Very low maintenance car. I average about 6.7 L/100 km which is about 42 miles per gallon. Bought the car used own for 10 years now.
Do you get 6.7 L/100 km on the highway only or both city and highway driving. I was looking at a standard 2007 model, wanted to know it's fuel efficiency.
2006 1.4 SE 166000 kms 6.0 L/100km. Mostly countryside driving. Air filter is small in these so change them every year. I have the European version with 8 spark plugs, people sometimes forget about the back four. Final tip... consider having a cat shield fitted as these are high on the list for cat thieves as the rare metal content is high in the factory fitted catalytic converter.
It wasnt made for young people bro its mostly older people who drives those cars 🚗, me my self just bought one 2010 sport fit , 222k miles and love it great car
2009 with 155K miles, mpg was good when bought ,now 10k miles later lower mileage by 10MPG , regular oil changes, Techron every oil change, air check every week. What else most likely needs replacement? What can I check out without normal mechanics electronic diagnosis?
The first thing I pulled from my Fit was the drivers side door sensor 😂 No more beeping. I have a 2009 manual fit with over 300k, all original except maintenance items (still original clutch!). It SCREAMS on the highways @ about 3200 rpms going 60. So needless to say, we avoid highways as much as possible!
300k on original clutch, amazing!! i have 09 manual with 197k, original clutch too. Only non-normal thing I needed to do what replace pins in ignition(honda is soft), car stop working. its been great. yea high rpm on hwt and very gutless up hills (cars have to pass)
@@dft1 My Fit seems to pull up the hills pretty good, but you can't dog it, it will not be pressured into anything 😂 I just press right to the point before bogging, hold it there, and it just tugs it's way up (most times!). By the way, I have a hitch on mine and pull firewood, scrap metal, ect. These trannys are bulletproof. Just watch for brake rotors warping (turn the rotors ON the car), poor power output (phone no longer charging? Alternator!), and especially watch for any bucking/hesitation around 300k. It's the coils. The engine is misfiring and probably won't throw a code! Just some future headaches for ya 😊 But I wouldn't trade mine for anything in the world!
@@MyLifeThai371 I only ever needed to recharge my AC unit, if memory serves me. But sometime this winter the AC compressor stopped working off and on when using defrost, but the issue didnt last long enough for me to investigate further. TBH, I use the AC very little due to the strain on the engine, so I probably wouldn't be the best person to ask! Even for defrost I try to use heat or crack windows.
@@ancientfilm What mpg are you getting? My 2008 automatic Fit get 36.5 mpg with the windows rolled down going down interstate at 75 mph. Mine never came with cruise control either.
Best money I ever spent on mine was an ebay console arm rest. Also when I changed the radio I had to remove a panel above the cup holders and now a 32oz fits no problem (unless I’m using the charger) so I left it off
The honda fit is the best car honda ever made. Super reliable, have timing chain not belt. The manual transmissions will out last the auto trans. G1 are smallest, g2 2009-14 biggest, g3 2015 next biggest but more stylish
Im not the only one that thinks Fit and civic have a desk dash xD. Im wondering If manual or automatic trans last longer? I drive in a manner to save gas.
The manual transmission is going to give you better mileage more durability and you don’t have to have fluid changes every 40,000 miles, the manual transmission is the superior driving experience as well, I would go with the manual transmission. The third generation fits have a CVT automatic, which should be avoided at all costs the CVT sucks
The key warning (I repeat….WARNING) is kind of supposed to be annoying. Remove key from ignition and it goes away…..😉…..or better yet, click the key one more time to turn on the radio power and listen to some tunes…👍🏻
So glad to hear that older people can drive Fits too, since we just bought one at age 60. Also proof that Americans don’t buy everything in the largest size available 😂
I have a 2013 Fit with almost 136K miles and manual gearbox, no issues. I change fluids religiously. It's a reliable, dependable car and great value for the money.
Got a 2011 Sport pushing almost 180K, mostly highway mileage. Did the valve lash adjustment and went ahead and got coils and spark plugs at around 100K. I had to fix a sensor in the transmission (under $200). Two months ago got AC compressor and left rear window motor (that failed a few years ago). This was a bit expensive but compressors tend to last 8-10 years. AC is indispensable in Texas. Also Winter storm cracked my windshield a bit so that will be next expense. I'm keeping it till the wheels fall off.
Mine only has 125k but I worked with a guy that bought one for next to nothing that ran rough with 350k. He got the valves adjusted and it was like new. I have replaced the cvt transmission on a newer model (not uncommon for hondas) around 100k so that’s something to watch out for on the 2015+
I am on my 2nd Honda Fit Sport , as I regularly wear a tophat the head clearance is necessary . My first Fit went 386000 miles only parts ever needed was blower fans and one ignition switch. Retired still running perfectly but 12 Vermont winters rusted it out. My second Fit is a 2008 that I bought in perfect condition with 132000 miles for $1500. As I am 79 this could well be my last car. I am getting 43 mpg with standard trans. And regular use of cruise control. 👍🎩
I just bought my 2008 Honda Fit automatic 3 weeks ago with 198,000 miles. I got 36.5 mpg on the 143 mile drive home from the sellers place at 75 mph with the windows rolled down and no A/C or cruise control. Love this car.
top hat, lol. eccentric.
i bought one new in 2010. fast forward 10 years later and i still have it with 170k. engine and transmission have been maintenance free. the only thing ive bought under the hood is a new battery every couple of years. It has exceeded my expectations
Got mine for 3grand for 6years now never had a check engine light come on only issues are struts n suspesions
I was planning to buy a used 2010 Fit Base model with 124k miles. I am a bit hesitant because of the miles. Anything I should be looking at specifically (known issues)?
@@Charkatak i wouldnt hesitate about buying a fit with 125k miles! just hit 190K and my fit it still going strong with no check engine light!
I upgraded my battery to a bigger one. They say the smaller ones are expensive and have a shorter life. The 2008 Honda Fit uses Napa's direct fit battery for the 2005 Ford Mustang 4.0L. I run the new battery lengthwise from the fuse box to the aircleaner. It fits nice and snug. No modifications needed! 740 CA/ 590 CCA.
I bought my '09 new in February, 2009, with 69 actual miles on the clock. It's now approaching 181,000 and I predict it'll go another 100,000 or more. It's the most trouble free car I've ever owned.
You titled this a high mileage review... This is just a review bro. I wanted to see the engine bay, hear you talk about potential issues at that mileage range, repairs needed so far & at what mileage, etc.
Same yo! Seems like he liked it?
correct
What's the mileage? Still waiting on the video.
The noise is to let you know hey you left your keys in the ignition or you left your lights on it's useful.
I recently bought a used 2018 Honda Fit Sport with the CVT automatic with 48,000 miles. It’s supposed to get 33 city and 40 hwy on mpg. With 1,500 miles driven, I’m averaging over 50 mpg highway and city. This is NOT a hybrid. Nor does the engine shut off after each stop (I hate that). It has no modifications to it. It’s all in the driver. I do mimic some of the hypermilers habits without being too extreme about it. For hwy speeds, I set my cruise at 65 mph instead of 75. I averaged 50.7 mpg after 495 miles going from CO to TX. In the city my average is a little over 53 mpg. I live just outside of city limits, so probably don’t do as much stop and go as the bigger cities, so I’m sure that helps. I accelerate slow, I try to pick times there isn’t much traffic. I time my stops by coasting instead of braking very much, avoid extended stops, and also time my errands in the morning in summer to avoid running AC as much as possible. It helps to have a right car to do this, but I’ve been able to do this on all of my vehicles. My Toyota Tundra pickup, it isn’t as dramatic. Just a couple more mpg over what they are supposed to get. But any economical car, you can run similar numbers as to what I do, it doesn’t have to be a Fit. But I really do love my Fit, it’s a shame they discontinued making them in the states with 2020 being the last year. And the CVT automatics get 4 more mpg than the manual transmissions. Improve your driving habits by doing something similar to what I’m doing. You’ll see it works. It’s not magic, just basic physics. Best of luck.
What's really great about this car is. It still uses traditional torque converter transmission. Unlike the new models who stick with a scooter transmission aka CVT
i just got mine last week. this exact color and everything, but with a manual transmission and the executive edition (top of the line version in my country). i love it so much so far. it’s pretty quick and it’s pretty fun to drive as well. good seating position too
One of the best reviews i ever seen
It's good to have different bongs for different situations.
Had one in that same color, sport with navigation. Great little cars
I have a 2010 Honda Fit same color with 69,000 miles on it. Love that car 🚙
In Morocco its called Honda Jazz
one like and ill make a review on my one owner 170k mile 2010 fit
Do it👍
I have an 07 Honda Fit sport 5 speed std. with 391,000 km on it which is 243,000 miles still runs awesome. Very low maintenance car. I average about 6.7 L/100 km which is about 42 miles per gallon. Bought the car used own for 10 years now.
Do you get 6.7 L/100 km on the highway only or both city and highway driving. I was looking at a standard 2007 model, wanted to know it's fuel efficiency.
@@keearun that is my overall average. In winter if very cold -10*C or lower goes down to 38 mpg. Overall no problem averaging 40 mpg
2006 1.4 SE 166000 kms 6.0 L/100km. Mostly countryside driving. Air filter is small in these so change them every year. I have the European version with 8 spark plugs, people sometimes forget about the back four. Final tip... consider having a cat shield fitted as these are high on the list for cat thieves as the rare metal content is high in the factory fitted catalytic converter.
BOX shape on cars = MORE ROOM.
SWOOPY Roof = LESS HEADROOM.
It wasnt made for young people bro its mostly older people who drives those cars 🚗, me my self just bought one 2010 sport fit , 222k miles and love it great car
Warning beeps are annoying?? The headlight beep saved me more than a few times from a dead battery.
2009 with 155K miles, mpg was good when bought ,now 10k miles later lower mileage by 10MPG , regular oil changes, Techron every oil change, air check every week.
What else most likely needs replacement? What can I check out without normal mechanics electronic diagnosis?
Seafoam the throttle body.
Buy a $29 code reader on ebay and that should tell you what's wrong. Mine is the Think 100 model
check the coil packs they will corrude and wear out.
The first thing I pulled from my Fit was the drivers side door sensor 😂 No more beeping. I have a 2009 manual fit with over 300k, all original except maintenance items (still original clutch!). It SCREAMS on the highways @ about 3200 rpms going 60. So needless to say, we avoid highways as much as possible!
300k on original clutch, amazing!! i have 09 manual with 197k, original clutch too. Only non-normal thing I needed to do what replace pins in ignition(honda is soft), car stop working. its been great. yea high rpm on hwt and very gutless up hills (cars have to pass)
@@dft1 My Fit seems to pull up the hills pretty good, but you can't dog it, it will not be pressured into anything 😂 I just press right to the point before bogging, hold it there, and it just tugs it's way up (most times!). By the way, I have a hitch on mine and pull firewood, scrap metal, ect. These trannys are bulletproof. Just watch for brake rotors warping (turn the rotors ON the car), poor power output (phone no longer charging? Alternator!), and especially watch for any bucking/hesitation around 300k. It's the coils. The engine is misfiring and probably won't throw a code! Just some future headaches for ya 😊 But I wouldn't trade mine for anything in the world!
The A/C clutch does not engage on my 2008 Fit. Did you ever have A/C issues?
@@MyLifeThai371 I only ever needed to recharge my AC unit, if memory serves me. But sometime this winter the AC compressor stopped working off and on when using defrost, but the issue didnt last long enough for me to investigate further. TBH, I use the AC very little due to the strain on the engine, so I probably wouldn't be the best person to ask! Even for defrost I try to use heat or crack windows.
@@ancientfilm What mpg are you getting? My 2008 automatic Fit get 36.5 mpg with the windows rolled down going down interstate at 75 mph. Mine never came with cruise control either.
Best money I ever spent on mine was an ebay console arm rest. Also when I changed the radio I had to remove a panel above the cup holders and now a 32oz fits no problem (unless I’m using the charger) so I left it off
Can you refer eBay console arm rest 🙂
@@VantasticOdyssey on ebay you have to type in Jazz instead of Fit. The console is $44 on ebay.
I have honda fit with 375.875 thousand miles
The honda fit is the best car honda ever made. Super reliable, have timing chain not belt. The manual transmissions will out last the auto trans.
G1 are smallest, g2 2009-14 biggest, g3 2015 next biggest but more stylish
Its actually for the seatbelt my boy lol the beeping when the key is in
Im not the only one that thinks Fit and civic have a desk dash xD. Im wondering If manual or automatic trans last longer? I drive in a manner to save gas.
The manual transmission is going to give you better mileage more durability and you don’t have to have fluid changes every 40,000 miles, the manual transmission is the superior driving experience as well, I would go with the manual transmission.
The third generation fits have a CVT automatic, which should be avoided at all costs the CVT sucks
I own a 2019 fit ex wonderful car , previous car 2008 fit base model with nearly 300, 000 , sold it to a mechanic who really likes it
Did you ever have troubles with your A/C not working on your 2008 Fit?
@@MyLifeThai371 no
The key warning (I repeat….WARNING) is kind of supposed to be annoying. Remove key from ignition and it goes away…..😉…..or better yet, click the key one more time to turn on the radio power and listen to some tunes…👍🏻
I have honda fit with 375.875 thousand miles has never given me any problems
So glad to hear that older people can drive Fits too, since we just bought one at age 60. Also proof that Americans don’t buy everything in the largest size available 😂
Its older people mainly who drives these cars lol this dude its wrong not alot of young people like driving little cars 🚗 girls do tho
Any Fits out there with 200k miles or more? Im looking at a 2011 with 100k miles and wondering how they hold up?
Have one with 212k miles but its a 2005 model still runs great
I have a 2013 Fit with almost 136K miles and manual gearbox, no issues. I change fluids religiously. It's a reliable, dependable car and great value for the money.
Got a 2011 Sport pushing almost 180K, mostly highway mileage. Did the valve lash adjustment and went ahead and got coils and spark plugs at around 100K. I had to fix a sensor in the transmission (under $200). Two months ago got AC compressor and left rear window motor (that failed a few years ago). This was a bit expensive but compressors tend to last 8-10 years. AC is indispensable in Texas. Also Winter storm cracked my windshield a bit so that will be next expense. I'm keeping it till the wheels fall off.
Mine only has 125k but I worked with a guy that bought one for next to nothing that ran rough with 350k. He got the valves adjusted and it was like new. I have replaced the cvt transmission on a newer model (not uncommon for hondas) around 100k so that’s something to watch out for on the 2015+
got 197k, running well still, 2009
It’s got more cup holders than my 1990s pc tower
This is a good first car I recommend it I still have mines well my brother drives it.
those owners who had their spark plugs popped out prob hate FITs lol
Bout one last summer and its holding up well with 160k aint know acura TL SH-AWD 6spd one day buy another 1 🤣
You mean you BOUGHT one last summer?
The Honda Civic is a compact car. The Fit is a SUBcompact car.
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Let's start a business in Ghana West Africa
Please help me. I don't have money. I need this car to start a business in Ghana West Africa
high pitched and annoying is the design purpose.
Doesn’t say anything about mileage
I say it in the video
My 2008 Fit gets 36.5 mpg with the windows rolled down going down interstate at 75 mph.
Not suitable for Texas...too hot