2008 Honda Fit: Overview

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2008 Honda Fit Manual

2008 Honda Fit 

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  • MSRP: $13,950 - $16,070
  • Invoice: $13,453 - $15,488
CG Rating

60

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Pros

  • Fuel economy
  • Ride/handling
  • Instruments/controls
  • Build quality

Cons

  • Low-speed acceleration
  • Quietness

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Honda Fit gets no major changes following its 2007 introduction. This 4-door, five passenger hatchback slots below the Civic as Honda's entry-level model. Base and Sport versions are offered, both with a 109-hp 4-cylinder engine. Manual transmission is standard. A 5-speed automatic is optional; on Sports it includes manual-shift steering wheel paddles. Available safety features include ABS, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Exclusive to Sports are fog lamps, remote entry, cruise control, and digital-audio connection.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. The subcompact class is made up of the smallest hatchbacks, sedans, and wagons on the market. These are generally considered economy cars.

Our Best Buys include the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Suzuki SX4. Our Recommended pick is the Honda Fit.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Scion xD and Smart ForTwo.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Sport, manual Rating Subcompact Car Average Rating
Acceleration 4 3
Fuel Economy 9 8
Ride Quality 4 4.7
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 5.1
Quietness 4 4.1
Controls 6 5.6
Details 4 4.6
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 5 5.5
Room/Comfort (rear) 5 3.2
Cargo Room 7 4.5
Value within Class 8 6.7
Total Score: 62 55

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