Is the 2020 Honda Fit a GOOD hatchback VALUE or OUTDATED?

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  • Опубликовано: 14 фев 2020
  • The Honda Fit proves big things come in small packages. This versatile hatchback offers a ton of interior space and Honda's great reliability. Under the hood is a 1.5 inline-4 producing 130HP and mated to a 6-speed transmission or CVT. It's exterior has many Honda styling cues. On the inside you will find lots of space but not a lot of 21st century tech. Is the 2020 Honda Fit a good value or old news?
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  • @paulh6591
    @paulh6591 3 года назад +338

    "Outdated" is hard to define.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
      @AudiophileTubes 3 года назад +23

      YES! Exactly.

    • @Dennisdpr12
      @Dennisdpr12 Год назад +6

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

    • @kenbeiser4443
      @kenbeiser4443 Год назад +3

      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
      @SirSethery Год назад +2

      @@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
      @markmason5443 Год назад +3

      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.

  • @PicoFromTX
    @PicoFromTX 4 года назад +155

    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
      @cjaquilino 4 года назад +1

      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
      @vicp8772 4 года назад +8

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

    • @ottallman
      @ottallman 4 года назад +1

      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
      @traviskam1332 3 года назад

      Oh what happened to your Honda Fit?

    • @thomasmoje5926
      @thomasmoje5926 2 года назад +4

      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.

  • @lewsmith4279
    @lewsmith4279 4 года назад +285

    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
      @BigRobChicagoPL 4 года назад +20

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

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +6

      Thanks for sharing that great input!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +5

      @@BigRobChicagoPL I can understand why!

    • @lanceavats8881
      @lanceavats8881 4 года назад +2

      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
      @soilmanted 4 года назад +3

      @@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.

  • @terraw3814
    @terraw3814 4 года назад +200

    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
      @HeyItsAvi90 4 года назад +9

      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
      @user-ts7pm7if2i 4 года назад +9

      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
      @danielgriffith8911 4 года назад +2

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

    • @LibraryAmbientJunkie
      @LibraryAmbientJunkie 3 года назад +4

      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
      @hunglukenguyen 3 года назад

      I have a CR-Z

  • @mytao2001
    @mytao2001 4 года назад +12

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +3

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

  • @nlpnt
    @nlpnt 4 года назад +33

    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
      @danielcunningham5940 4 года назад

      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
      @nlpnt 4 года назад

      @@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
      @patrickhopkins1682 29 дней назад

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

  • @NYC-2-BKK
    @NYC-2-BKK 4 года назад +181

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +11

      You are so very right!

    • @tdgdbs1
      @tdgdbs1 4 года назад +1

      Assemble on the same line in Mexico

    • @Cerby1979
      @Cerby1979 4 года назад +4

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

    • @Ty-vq1jy
      @Ty-vq1jy 4 года назад +1

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

  • @DwarfsRBest
    @DwarfsRBest 4 года назад +31

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

  • @WA-xu4pv
    @WA-xu4pv 3 года назад +9

    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
      @RaitisRides  3 года назад

      Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!

  • @patriciajgrady8770
    @patriciajgrady8770 4 года назад +14

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks Patricia for that great input and perspective!

  • @iamu2247
    @iamu2247 4 года назад +60

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

    • @carlm8821
      @carlm8821 4 года назад +6

      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
      @brivonn5222 4 года назад

      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
      @Hboogie182 4 года назад +4

      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.

  • @afish9207
    @afish9207 4 года назад +18

    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
      @dougefresh7765 4 года назад +1

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

  • @Dunwelll
    @Dunwelll 4 года назад +115

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +21

      I will get that together for you!

  • @mhoroky
    @mhoroky Год назад +4

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

  • @thierryjude1
    @thierryjude1 7 месяцев назад +2

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

  • @Mimi22668
    @Mimi22668 4 года назад +3

    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!

  • @DisneyMusicVideos
    @DisneyMusicVideos 4 года назад +82

    Just announced, discontinued for 2021. RIP 2007-2020

    • @arevee9429
      @arevee9429 4 года назад +49

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

    • @robloxiandino4454
      @robloxiandino4454 4 года назад +11

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

    • @carguyns4348
      @carguyns4348 4 года назад +2

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

    • @xuser-l1h
      @xuser-l1h 3 года назад

      That's a good thing

    • @thundergato84
      @thundergato84 3 года назад +5

      @@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.

  • @alexc7864
    @alexc7864 4 года назад +163

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +11

      Now we are talking!

    • @MrEmaximous
      @MrEmaximous 4 года назад +2

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

    • @myducks911
      @myducks911 4 года назад +6

      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
      @matthewcole4823 3 года назад +2

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

    • @paulcrocker4553
      @paulcrocker4553 3 года назад

      Fiesta ST is another fun sub compact.

  • @focusedfreebird
    @focusedfreebird 4 года назад +16

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

  • @RangerRickTV
    @RangerRickTV 4 года назад +14

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

    • @AceHernandz
      @AceHernandz 4 года назад +1

      Explore With Rick exactly!

  • @SamWesting
    @SamWesting 4 года назад +6

    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.

  • @arevee9429
    @arevee9429 4 года назад +6

    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.

  • @myducks911
    @myducks911 4 года назад +13

    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
      @winds1010 2 года назад +1

      lmao that was so random

    • @_Kim_Possible
      @_Kim_Possible 2 года назад

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

    • @j_taylor
      @j_taylor 2 года назад

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

    • @OrangeUp
      @OrangeUp 2 года назад

      You never talk about the deer. Only about yourself.

    • @elunex8588
      @elunex8588 Год назад

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

  • @gtaylor2770
    @gtaylor2770 4 года назад +17

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +3

      Thanks for sharing that great input from your perspective!

  • @ned8249
    @ned8249 4 года назад +44

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

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +2

      I totally agree with you!

    • @lieutenantcandlewax
      @lieutenantcandlewax 4 года назад +1

      Production starts this month.

    • @conraddevera
      @conraddevera 4 года назад +1

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

    • @ned8249
      @ned8249 4 года назад

      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
      @conraddevera 4 года назад +1

      @@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

  • @b.f.378
    @b.f.378 4 года назад +29

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +1

      That is so very true!

    • @Snake-ms7sj
      @Snake-ms7sj 4 года назад

      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
      @4ft3rburn3r 4 года назад

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

    • @simplemods
      @simplemods 4 года назад

      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
      @As3lla 4 года назад

      🤣🤣🤣🤣 "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 🙄

  • @2BAsh1
    @2BAsh1 4 года назад +18

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

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

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

  • @SuperMacGuy
    @SuperMacGuy 4 года назад +10

    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.

  • @davidkelsey2864
    @davidkelsey2864 4 года назад +4

    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.

  • @ashishpatel350
    @ashishpatel350 4 года назад +20

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +2

      Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective!

    • @SuperDobieGirl
      @SuperDobieGirl 4 года назад +4

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

    • @KingDayDayDay00
      @KingDayDayDay00 4 года назад +2

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

    • @nolabinn2542
      @nolabinn2542 4 года назад +1

      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.

  • @Politicalfan17
    @Politicalfan17 3 года назад +2

    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.

  • @margaretkoopman9154
    @margaretkoopman9154 2 года назад +1

    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!

  • @Jmaninaz1
    @Jmaninaz1 4 года назад +3

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

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

  • @derpoutson
    @derpoutson 4 года назад +4

    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.

  • @federicomartinez5722
    @federicomartinez5722 4 года назад +1

    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

  • @codyslaysright7
    @codyslaysright7 4 года назад +1

    You're the man, Joe! From one Italian to another, keep up the great work, paisan!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Cody! That really means a lot! Italiano Familia!

  • @mariosiaven2965
    @mariosiaven2965 4 года назад +11

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks for sharing input from your ownership.

  • @markmason5443
    @markmason5443 Год назад +3

    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
      @RaitisRides  Год назад

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

    • @bigboykrish6457
      @bigboykrish6457 Год назад

      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

  • @howlingwolf125y
    @howlingwolf125y 4 года назад +7

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

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

    • @howlingwolf125y
      @howlingwolf125y 4 года назад

      @@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.

  • @hemaccabe4292
    @hemaccabe4292 3 года назад +2

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

  • @tinjmail
    @tinjmail 4 года назад +5

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

  • @j.r.arnolli7494
    @j.r.arnolli7494 4 года назад +5

    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
      @cjaquilino 4 года назад

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

  • @moeanthony9308
    @moeanthony9308 4 года назад +3

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

  • @lot2196
    @lot2196 4 года назад +3

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

  • @stephanledford9792
    @stephanledford9792 4 года назад +3

    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.

  • @Haoi1216
    @Haoi1216 4 года назад +11

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

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +1

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

  • @matthewmartino5426
    @matthewmartino5426 4 года назад +2

    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

  • @richroggio
    @richroggio 4 года назад

    great review on the honda fit joe. i'll see what the 2021 looks like.

  • @GK5_
    @GK5_ 4 года назад +3

    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

  • @shellyannlewis2595
    @shellyannlewis2595 4 года назад +5

    I just get my second Fit love it.

  • @gibletoid
    @gibletoid Год назад +1

    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.

  • @musa2775
    @musa2775 4 года назад +1

    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!

  • @cedrickjacques-sylvain8661
    @cedrickjacques-sylvain8661 4 года назад +10

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

    • @terry3906
      @terry3906 4 года назад

      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.

  • @threeparots1
    @threeparots1 4 года назад +4

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

    • @nathanfischer3551
      @nathanfischer3551 3 года назад +1

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

  • @fallenchao
    @fallenchao 4 года назад +2

    Honda fits never die it's one tough car.

  • @Sacto1654
    @Sacto1654 4 года назад +2

    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,

  • @mtascp05
    @mtascp05 4 года назад +3

    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.

  • @stevenr1354
    @stevenr1354 4 года назад +4

    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

  • @blazenatural8169
    @blazenatural8169 3 года назад

    subscribed. loved the show and detailed report. well researched

  • @Kire486
    @Kire486 4 года назад +2

    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.

  • @oskarngo9138
    @oskarngo9138 4 года назад +22

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Those are some great points!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      That would be really awesome!

  • @squidproquo2241
    @squidproquo2241 4 года назад +3

    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.

  • @mb1636
    @mb1636 4 года назад +1

    Unbiased review..few zonks n few good points. Like it. Is there a review on Toyota CH-R yet? More power to this channel !

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks for saying that. I am actually filming one tomorrow.

  • @GoldenRNB
    @GoldenRNB 7 месяцев назад +1

    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".

  • @kevindelgado3917
    @kevindelgado3917 4 года назад +201

    Looks like a mini odyssey! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

    • @cjaquilino
      @cjaquilino 4 года назад +21

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

    • @Olvera_emi
      @Olvera_emi 4 года назад +5

      😂🤣 dead

    • @kevindelgado3917
      @kevindelgado3917 4 года назад +5

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

    • @kevindelgado3917
      @kevindelgado3917 4 года назад +3

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

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +6

      It does doesn't it!

  • @masterreach97
    @masterreach97 4 года назад +24

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +2

      Thanks for letting me share it with you!

    • @DavidMichaelKalman
      @DavidMichaelKalman 4 года назад

      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
      @marcandreperin7973 4 года назад

      Selling SUV is much more lucrative!

    • @DavidMichaelKalman
      @DavidMichaelKalman 4 года назад

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

    • @williamchua7261
      @williamchua7261 4 года назад

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

  • @baronvg
    @baronvg 4 года назад

    7:30 I literally LOL’ed at the shift knob zonk. You usually don’t hear too many criticisms about a shift knob (most of the time it’s praise) but I’m gonna have to agree with Joe on this one 😂

  • @siigghh8818
    @siigghh8818 4 года назад +1

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks for sharing that great experiece!

  • @revnto7k
    @revnto7k 4 года назад +7

    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.

  • @itzjay2002
    @itzjay2002 4 года назад +32

    To be honest I think the next generation looks weird

    • @a012345
      @a012345 4 года назад

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

  • @daviddeppisch4948
    @daviddeppisch4948 16 дней назад

    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
      @RaitisRides  16 дней назад

      That is so fantastic to hear David!

  • @pandaofspadez09
    @pandaofspadez09 2 года назад +1

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

  • @indeon1527
    @indeon1527 4 года назад +81

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

    • @cjaquilino
      @cjaquilino 4 года назад +2

      Indeon It’s like a Japanese Kei car van.

    • @highdesertutah
      @highdesertutah 4 года назад +6

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

    • @RangerRickTV
      @RangerRickTV 4 года назад

      haha it really does.

    • @danielgriffith8911
      @danielgriffith8911 4 года назад +1

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

    • @RangerRickTV
      @RangerRickTV 4 года назад

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

  • @joelj.9406
    @joelj.9406 4 года назад +18

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

    • @rj9617
      @rj9617 4 года назад

      Finally

  • @bmh8674
    @bmh8674 3 года назад +2

    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

  • @CoolsBreeze
    @CoolsBreeze 2 года назад +2

    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.

  • @ramaswamykn
    @ramaswamykn 4 года назад +4

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

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +1

      That is really good MPGs! Thanks for sharing that!

  • @speedfiend925
    @speedfiend925 4 года назад +5

    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
      @CactusJack252 4 года назад

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

    • @christyshaw784
      @christyshaw784 4 года назад

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

  • @alansmilealot
    @alansmilealot 4 года назад +2

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!

  • @hungrypeople
    @hungrypeople 4 года назад +1

    Great review love your. Videos!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks for saying that and letting me share them with you!

  • @robertkeefer1552
    @robertkeefer1552 4 года назад +12

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

  • @adagemjord
    @adagemjord 4 года назад +5

    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.

  • @dennisg.3364
    @dennisg.3364 4 года назад +1

    Finally you did the fit! I actually like the car. I wouldn't get it because I don't dig small cars. But it's a great value and doesn't look bad at all.

  • @thinkabout602
    @thinkabout602 4 года назад +1

    Excellent reporting - keep going strong ✔

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for saying that! You got it!

  • @davidhunternyc1
    @davidhunternyc1 4 года назад +4

    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
      @drunkbygreentea Год назад

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

  • @DBLOCK987
    @DBLOCK987 4 года назад +12

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

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад +7

      I will try to track one down.

  • @thomasmoje5926
    @thomasmoje5926 2 года назад

    I recently purchased a used 2017 Honda Fit LX model with 21, 150 miles on the odometer at time of purchase. I absolutely love it..great gas mileage, plenty of pep, and best of all incredible interior room with the rear seats folded down. Being the base LX model mine has the 15 inch steel wheels with the plastic hubcaps but that's OK with me. I use 'Armor All' protectant on the exterior plastic trim parts, the window seals and interior regularly. And I bought a fitted car cover to protect it from the elements as much as possible since I don't have garage space (occupied by another vehicle) I want that little jewel to last as long as possible. Great little car brings me back to the first Honda I had: a 1973 Civic (the original version). Has a lot of the same character and feel.

  • @fredherfst8148
    @fredherfst8148 2 года назад +1

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

  • @micahreynolds3450
    @micahreynolds3450 4 года назад +5

    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.

  • @brando_00
    @brando_00 4 года назад +7

    I love my Honda Fit ex!

  • @matthewmartino5426
    @matthewmartino5426 4 года назад +2

    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
      @RaitisRides  4 года назад

      Thanks for sharing that from your experinece!

  • @runningnosejoe
    @runningnosejoe 4 года назад +2

    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.

  • @shivamgagad5674
    @shivamgagad5674 4 года назад +6

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

  • @tinhinnh
    @tinhinnh 4 года назад +28

    wish they make a Fit Si 😎

    • @connerolann1533
      @connerolann1533 4 года назад

      Same

    • @dwaynegayle1931
      @dwaynegayle1931 4 года назад

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

    • @tinhinnh
      @tinhinnh 4 года назад

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

  • @wrzl1675
    @wrzl1675 4 года назад +2

    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
      @j.r.arnolli7494 4 года назад +1

      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
      @j.r.arnolli7494 4 года назад

      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
      @hamsterama 4 года назад

      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.

  • @nighthawkvc25a
    @nighthawkvc25a 4 года назад

    With that much candy and sweets (referenced in the video), your dentist must really like you 😄

  • @ytp7470
    @ytp7470 4 года назад +10

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

    • @MiguelRPD
      @MiguelRPD 4 года назад

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

    • @ethandestruction
      @ethandestruction 4 года назад +2

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

  • @supremeetnel7707
    @supremeetnel7707 4 года назад +11

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

    • @dinobot_maximize
      @dinobot_maximize 4 года назад

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

    • @supremeetnel7707
      @supremeetnel7707 4 года назад

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

  • @creations4theworld
    @creations4theworld 4 года назад +1

    I got a new 2019 Fit and I love it more than any other car I've had

  • @PJWalmsley
    @PJWalmsley 3 года назад

    Awesome review!