2010 Honda Fit
The 2010 Fit represents Honda in the subcompact segment; it competes with the Chevrolet Aveo, Hyundai Elantra, Scion xD and Toyota Yaris. Wile the Fit is Honda's entry-level model; it has been acclaimed for its aggressive design, more than sufficient cabin, and excellent value. The Honda Fit distinguishes itself from all other subcompacts with its impressive practicality thanks to four-door hatchback versatility and ingenious interior packaging. The Fit is available in two trim levels, base and Sport. Standard safety features include front airbags, front side airbags, side-curtain airbags, four-wheel ABS and electronic brake-force distribution. The Sport adds many niceties such as alloy wheels, fog lights, leather steering wheel, keyless entry with security system and cruise control. Electronic vehicle stability control and a navigation system are optional on the Sport. There are no significant changes for 2010 as the Fit was redesigned last year. This Honda model has an EPA Fuel Economy of 27 – 28 mpg city and 33 – 35 mpg highway (1).
Both trims of the Honda Fit are powered by a 1.5-liter i-VTEC four-cylinder engine with front-wheel drive and a choice of a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic. The Sport gets steering wheel mounted paddle shifters when equipped with the automatic transmission. The 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine develops 117 horsepower and 106 pounds-feet of torque. For an economy car, the Fit is fun to drive. For everyday driving it's an obedient and comfortable conveyance, thanks to new seats and suspension changes that smoothed out the previous model's ride. Furthermore, the Fit is fuel efficient, earning an EPA-estimated 27/33 mpg City/Highway.
The new generation of the Fit, which first appeared in 2009, resembles the previous generation but with a longer, gradually sloping nose. To account for the base of the windshield being several inches farther forward, Honda incorporated a large sail-shaped window into each A-pillar, which visually extends the side windows forward of the front doors. It's a peculiar look, but it has a purpose — better visibility. The improved look makes the Fit one of the most appealing small car in its class. Additional design changes for this generation include a wider stance, more aggressive fender flares and sharper character lines along the side.
The 2010 Honda Fit comes in two models with three trim variations, Fit, Fit Sport, and Fit Sport with Navi. The primary differences center around equipment and technology upgrades. The Fit Sport offers one-inch larger wheels, and the Fit Sport with Navi includes satellite navigation and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA). The Fit comes with a five-speed manual gearbox or a five-speed automatic. Standard features include 15-inch wheels, black side mirrors, telescoping steering wheel, auxiliary input jack for your iPod, MP3/WMA playback and 160-watt stereo with four speakers.The Fit Sport upgrades with larger wheels, a sporty front bumper, body-colored side mirrors, keyless entry, leather-wrapped steering wheel, USB connectivity, a driver side armrest and map lights. The Sport comes with a five-speed automatic or five-speed automatic transmission with sport mode and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.The Fit Sport with Navi comes with manual transmission or five-speed automatic with paddle shifters. The Fit Sport with Navi adds satellite navigation and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA).
The Fit has room for five and a unique second-row "Magic Seat" that either folds flat with the cargo floor, or flips up to carry tall items behind the first row of seats. The Fit is large on the inside for such a small car, and the redesign increased both backseat legroom and cargo capacity. The one downside to the Fit is its cabin noise. The engine squeals when you hammer the throttle, whining and moaning even during normal driving situations, like accelerating from a stop light. Space inside the cabin ranges is almost-spacious in front and adequate in back, especially for a car this size. The materials feel ample and durable, and the center stack layout is among the easiest, most intuitively placed schemes we've seen in some time. The large knobs that control the environment and settings curve around the stereo controls on the driver's side, making the design stylish and easy to reach, though the plastic controls felt a bit thin to the touch. Honda has improved critical elements of the interior while leaving the awesome utility of the little car mostly intact. For example, the Fit gets new front seats and sits taller and wider, providing slightly more room for passengers. While the seats configure into a multitude of handy ways, the quality of the materials left many wanting.
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