The 2011 Honda Fit ranks 1 out of 33 Affordable Small Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 35 published reviews and test drives of the Honda Fit, and our analysis of reliability and safety data. Please check back soon for our full review.
Offering one of the largest cargo holds in the class, innovative interior storage options, good fuel economy and spunky performance, the 2011 Honda Fit is a hard to turn down. And as the 2011 Best Hatchback for the Money, it's the also the best hatchback for your budget.
The 2011 Honda Fit is a press favorite and has received numerous accolades from the automotive industry. The Fit won our Best Hatchback for the Money Award in 2010 and 2011, Car and Driver recognized the Fit in its "10Best" list for the third year in a row and Consumer Guide named it a “2011 Best Buy.” With great fuel economy, zippy performance, comfortable front and back seats and one of the most utilitarian cargo holds in the class, this recognition is well deserved.
Of course, the Fit isn’t perfect. One of the most prominent reviewer complaints concerns the Fit’s buzzy engine. Other than that, the press is quite pleased. "The Fit is pretty near the top of my favorite-cars list,” says the Los Angeles Times. “It has the beauty of a certain well-wrought urn, exactly what it needs to be -- self-defined, lightly perfect."
Other Cars to Consider:
The Fit’s biggest drawback is its price. It starts at $15,100, which may be more than some shoppers want to pay. But don’t worry, there are other cars on the market that are appealing and more affordable. The Kia Soulis about $1,600 less and offers funky exterior styling and 53.4 cubic feet of trunk space. While the Soul’s price tag is attractive, its performance capabilities cannot compete with the Fit due to a weak engine and sub-par steering. However, if you’re looking for a car with ample trunk space that will get you to work and back again, the Soul may be the perfect fit.
The Fit’s price is average for hatchbacks. Other hatchbacks on the market include the Ford Fiesta hatchback, which starts at $15,120, just a 20 bucks more than the Honda Fit. The Fiesta’s shaking the automotive industry with high fuel economy ratings, stellar performance and uncommonly high build quality. You can’t go wrong if you buy this car. Kia is also introducing the Forte Five-door Hatchback. It’s due in 2011, but Kia hasn’t released pricing information or specs on its new addition to the Forte line. Reviewers love the Forte sedan, so it should be worth it to wait for the Forte Hatchback’s debut.
You can also save money by looking at used 2009 Fits and 2010 Fits still on dealer lots. It hasn’t changed much since its 2009 redesign, so if you shop around, you might save a few dollars. Take a peek at our Honda deals page to get started.
Details: 2011 Honda Fit
The Fit is available in three flavors: Base, Sport and Sport with Navigation. The base model starts at $15,100.
- "Fit's strongest selling points are its impressive passenger accommodations and large, versatile cargo space. Sport models add a touch of fun-to-drive appeal. While prices seem steep for a subcompact, this is one in name and exterior size only; it's really a small wagon that challenges some compact SUVs for room while getting significantly better fuel economy." -- Consumer Guide
- "For the small hatchback shopper, or even car enthusiast daydreamers who need something to get to work, Honda's Fit is the best pick out there." -- Edmunds
- "Although this entry-level hatchback is priced slightly higher than most of its competition, the Fit nevertheless offers an ample supply of features, versatility and, above all, that unbeatable Honda resale value." -- Kelley Blue Book
- “The new king of the hill is a subcompact car that has the utility of a minivan, the attitude of a sports coupe and the fuel economy of an automobile deemed socially acceptable in an era of high-priced gasoline.” -- Washington Post
Fit Performance - 8.4 (Very Good)
Despite engine noise, reviewers say the 2011 Honda Fit has a ton of spunk. "The Fit is more than just a practical box,” says Kansas City Star. “It is fun to drive." Read More
Fit Exterior - 7.3 (Good)
The 2011 Honda Fit is all about functionality, but many reviewers say Honda’s utilitarian priorities result in a geeky exterior. "Another car that is so ugly that it's cute,” says the Washington Post. “But it's design with a purpose, and form, in this case, greatly enhances function." Read More
Fit Interior - 8.8 (Very Good)
The 2011 Honda Fit has an impressive interior, and reviewers couldn’t be more ecstatic. The Washington Postagrees, saying the 2011 Fit is "[g]ifted with the interior space and versatility of a well-designed minivan." Read More
Fit Safety - 10.0 (Excellent)
Fit Reliability - 9.0 (Excellent)
The 2011 Honda Fit reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Honda gives the 2011 Honda Fit a basic bumper-to-bumper warranty for the first three years or 36,000 miles.
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