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The car is runing perfectly after 540 miles, and I expect there to be no surprises any time soon!
I bought the 2007 model three weeks ago and have reconfigured the seats every which way since then. This car has amazing cargo space and gives lounging comfort when not behind the steering wheel. Roominess is what I love most about the Fit!
It's a Honda, therefore safety features are unquestionably excellent. Not only are there driver and passenger front and side air bags, but rear passengers have side curtain bags too.
My last car was stolen from my car port, so security is a big concern. I was happy that the Sport model came with perimeter security and key-less entry. I got special wheel locks on the lug nuts and feel confident that I am deterring thieves the best way possible.
This car is great for around town and straight freeway driving because it is quick and maneuvers well. It's not a touring car due to the tight suspension, and I am weary after a long drive.
My biggest problem with the Fit is the lack of lumbar support in the driver's seat. I get pain between my shoulder blades and had to by a $149 seat support to correct the problem. Secondly, I am aggravated by the cramped floor space near the pedals; I am always trying to find a relaxing position for my feet. I have a sore muscle in my right foot from the weird angle it is kept in. Third, the lack of telesscoping steering wheel requires that I must unnaturally stretch out my arms to drive.
Sadly, the lack of driving comfort has forced me to sell this otherwise fabulous car!
Having tried out several of the new "box" small cars, I can't fathom why anyone would buy a Fit or Yaris. They are grossly over-priced, underpowered and cramped. The Chevy Aveo is smoother, faster, has more room and can be bought for almost HALF of what the Fit and Yaris sell for. Paying 7 grand more for a little "T" or "H" emblem is not rational.
I hope you thoroughly test drive the next car you are thinking of buying, so you don't have to go through this again.
I think a bit larger, more comfortable car is in order.
Did you consider a Civic or a Corolla?
The Fit seats are utilitarian and somewhat hard, but they fit my body perfectly. It's the first car seat I find totally comfortable - no need for added lumbar support for me. I guess it just depends on the person. My only complaint is I find it so much fun to drive, I'm putting WAY too many miles on it! I LOVE this car!!!
After wrecking my 1996 Ford Taurus recently, I had to go car shopping. I only tried out a couple at one place and then went to another place specifically to see the Fit. Well, I was sold on the versatility, economy, and handling of it. It was more than I'd hoped to spend for a car. I thought it was comfortable when I test drove it, but I have chronic pain in my upper body anyway, and as I drove it over the next couple of days, my ribs seized up even more. I was also getting new sharp pains in my arms, wrists, and hands.
The steering wheel is too far away and the pedals are too close. My feet hurt driving it, and I'm getting numbness in my hands and feet. I was so disappointed and upset that we spent all that money and it had reversed the progress I made in physical therapy. So, after trying different seat configurations and cushions, I told the dealer it wasn't going to work.
I've spent two days at the dealership trying out different used cars with little luck.
The most comfortable car was a Chevy Impala, but that's a huge gas-guzzler.
Maybe we will sell the Fit privately and recover more money. I may get a Ford Fusion instead. Yeah, it's a Ford, but there's no point in having a car if it hurts you. The Fusion has more space and a TELESCOPING steering wheel.
My salesmen told me that there are special upholstery places that can customize car seats for people (i.e. shave off the stuffing in the bolsters) which is an option if seats aren't comfortable.
I keep hoping my back will get better and then the Fit will fit me better. Darn.
The Fit/Jazz is one of the most tuned cars in the world, meaning there is a huge aftermarket.
You should do some internet research and find an aftermarket seat that fits you. Then you can have it installed in your Fit.
It seems the most economical and easy way to solve your problem.
I have to agree with the first comment. While the Fits and Yaris both have great reliability and look great, they are over priced and under powered. For 17 000$ one can easily pick up a base Civic, Corolla or Cobalt with more room and bigger engine sizes (the 2.2L Ecotec has a healthy 140 horsepower). As for the Chevy Aveo, its reliability has yet to be proven, but it's price is much more resonable then it's japanese counter parts. One will have to see how good a Korean built Chevy will be.
I would think that people that would buy a Fit would not want a larger engine than the 1.5. It gets you down the road just fine, and going larger on the engine for no reason just sacrifices your gas mileage for no real gain. What advantage do you gain in a car with 140 h.p., as opposed to a car with 109 h.p.? I have nothing against the Civic or the Corolla, but I actually wouldn't mind a bit smaller of an engine in the Fit.
Um, well, if your brother's Impala allegedly gets 33 mpg (doubtful) that is highway. The Fit gets 33 mpg AVERAGE, and therein lies the difference. Fit also pollutes a lot less, fits into parking spaces better, and is more space efficient due to its fold down seats. And Impalas have mixed reliability. Fusions are new cars and the reliability is for a new car, meaning that it isn't time tested. The Fit/yaris reliability is known since they have been produced (well, the Fit at least) around the world for a while.
And few people are cross shopping Fit/Yaris cars with "midsize" cars like Fusion/Impala.
Your comment is like saying I looked at a Miata and a Suburban and the Suburban is much better since it holds 9 people. Apples and oranges.
Fit/Yaris need to be compared to the Aveo, and maybe the Focus/Caliber.
I drove the Fit in the USA a month back and found the suspension too soft and uninvolving for me compared to the euro version, and the aftersyling leaves much to be desired.
<<I drove the Fit in the USA a month back and found the suspension too soft and uninvolving for me compared to the euro version and the aftersyling leaves much to be desired.>>
Yes and no. The Fit was "designed" for the American market just like most cars are designed/retrofitted for particular markets. Americans don't like rough riding cars (for lack of a better term) like those you will find in Europe and specifically England. But I drove the Fit and found its handling a lot of fun without being punishing. I think better tires are the best solution, plus this car has a huge aftermarket.
Your last comment about wallowing and such is 100% accurate. How else can you explain the popularity of SUVs?
Having tried out several of the new "box" small cars, I can't fathom why anyone would buy a Fit or Yaris. They are grossly over-priced, underpowered and cramped. The Chevy Aveo is smoother, faster, has more room and can be bought for almost HALF of what the Fit and Yaris sell for. Paying 7 grand more for a little "T" or "H" emblem is not rational.
Ha ha.. that is funny. Yeah the Aveo is MUCH bigger than the Fit. The Aveo is butt ugly. Me... I wouldn't buy a small car. I had an Intrepid that got 30 mpg highway and I know if I got hit, I would have a good chance of surviving. I don't care how great the mileage is on one of those little tin cans... you get in a serious accident... goodbye.
I have to agree on the price.. in my neighborhood the car dealers will jack the prices on these up to 18,500$ OUTRAGEOUS for a used 2006 model with 30,000 miles (in Minnesota). Once production levels are brought up to 350,000 unites it will be easier to get one at a reasonable price.
<<Having tried out several of the new "box" small cars, I can't fathom why anyone would buy a Fit or Yaris. They are grossly over-priced, underpowered and cramped. The Chevy Aveo is smoother, faster, has more room and can be bought for almost HALF of what the Fit and Yaris sell for. Paying 7 grand more for a little "T" or "H" emblem is not rational.>.
What are you talking about? When you equip the cars THE SAME the Fit and the Aveo COST THE SAME. And the Fit is much more practical and is much better built. And it gets significantly better gas mileage. I know, I have a base Aveo and I can tell the quality is substandard compared to the Fit which I have tested.
And how can you say the Fit is underpowered or cramped? You obviously have never sat in one or driven one.
<< Me... I wouldn't buy a small car. I had an Intrepid that got 30 mpg highway and I know if I got hit, I would have a good chance of surviving. I don't care how great the mileage is on one of those little tin cans... you get in a serious accident... goodbye.>.
More internet myths. Suggest you check out the Insurance Institute's crash ratings as well as the European NCAP testing.
I agree with the posted comments regarding the comparison of the Fit with the Impala/Fusion. These cars are not in the SAME category! If you want a fair comparison, then compare the fit with the matrix, mazda3, and Xa/b. Those are roughly the same size (and the space in the back is nearly identical when I took measurements). The Fit was the best combo of form, function, and fun for me. In any case, try them all, and buy what works for YOU! I don't care what you buy!