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highway noise by moontom
Dec 18, 2008 (6:15 am)
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I am close to committing to the Fit and want some candid input from drivers.
 
first, has anyone done an aftermarket moonroof on the 09? I know on earlier years Honda said it would void the warranty. dunno yet about this on the 09.
 
more importantly, this car will do some highway time. I drive a Toyota Matrix and it's noisy. my drive in the Fit (local roads only) made me think it'll be the same -- lots of ambient road noise, etc. I'm going back to test on the highway but any input would be greatly appreciated. is it too noisy for a conversation? do you feel the wind when passing a big truck?
 
thanks in advance!
 
tm
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Re: highway noise [moontom] by micweb
Dec 18, 2008 (10:34 am)
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Replying to: moontom (Dec 18, 2008 6:15 am)

It's noisy. I had the '08 and traded it in on the much quieter '09 Cobalt. I traded in my '08 Nissan Versa, which itself was quieter than the Fit, on an '09 Focus which is much quieter than any car I've own short of my wife's current Honda Odyssey.
 
But the differences aren't great. The Fit was a lot of fun while I had it, combining sporty driving, high mileage (37 mpg lifetime miles from my mostly free flowing freeway commute), and incredible luggage and people space.
 
I was disappointed to read that the '09 isn't quieter, although that was one of Honda's goals. Oddly enough, 3 test drives I read said it was just as noisy, but one said it is much quieter. I haven't driven the '09 myself.
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Re: highway noise [moontom] by fitman548
Dec 18, 2008 (11:56 am)
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Replying to: moontom (Dec 18, 2008 6:15 am)

I drive 80 on the highway many times per week. Now, AZ has some pretty quiet roads anyway compared to say Chicago (or most places), but I don't find it all that bothersome. You can have a conversation just fine. With the SVC on high on the radio, you don't even need to turn it up. There's road noise, but I don't think it's that bad.
 
'07 fit sport AT. still on OEM Dunlops.
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2009 side impact ratings? by jcharles65
Jan 03, 2009 (2:40 pm)
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I checked out the '09 Fit Sport today, and am on the verge of buying, but noticed that the window info sheet listed only front impact (5 stars for both front and rear) but not side impact. When will this be available?
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Re: 2009 side impact ratings? [jcharles65] by backy
Jan 03, 2009 (3:28 pm)
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Replying to: jcharles65 (Jan 03, 2009 2:40 pm)

Side test scores are available on www.safercar.gov. They are 5 stars front and 4 stars rear. Also, the 2009 Fit got "Good" on the IIHS frontal, side, and rear crash tests, which is an excellent showing for such a small car. It is in fact an IIHS "Top Safety Pick" when equipped with the optional stability control.
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Re: 2009 side impact ratings? [backy] by jcharles65
Jan 03, 2009 (6:53 pm)
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Replying to: backy (Jan 03, 2009 3:28 pm)

Thanks for the quick lead! I see that stability control is only available with the Sport with Navi...the salesman claimed that ESC is not so important in a small car like this, but I'd feel better with it. Anybody got strong feelings on this one?
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Re: 2009 side impact ratings? [jcharles65] by dclurker
Jan 04, 2009 (2:21 pm)
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Replying to: jcharles65 (Jan 03, 2009 6:53 pm)

Salesmen will say anything in order to get you to buy what they have in stock. ESC is a desirable feature, but as long as Honda pairs it with the overpriced Navi, I'd personally skip it. In 2012, this will be moot since all vehicles will be required to have it.
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Are the brakes really that bad on the Fit? by johnxyz
Jan 05, 2009 (8:14 am)
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Hi,
 
A new Fit is my 1st choice as my next car BUT the recent Car & Driver 10Best issue stated that the Fit brakes were horrendous - needed 190+ feet for a 70 mph to 0 mph stop (I think this is accurate , if I recall correctly).
 
What are your experiences with Fit braking performance?
 
Would new pads (frt) or liners(rear) help? Better rotors up front?
 
My 2nd choice is the CR-V fwd LX or Ex - I know - really different vehicle and more expensive - how are the brakes on a new CR-V?
 
Still want a Fit though...
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Re: Are the brakes really that bad on the Fit? [johnxyz] by backy
Jan 05, 2009 (10:38 am)
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Replying to: johnxyz (Jan 05, 2009 8:14 am)

If you decide to go the CR-V route, keep in mind one option is a gently-used unit, maybe a Honda Certified vehicle, which might not cost any more than a new Fit.
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Re: Are the brakes really that bad on the Fit? [johnxyz] by nippononly
Jan 06, 2009 (10:30 pm)
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Replying to: johnxyz (Jan 05, 2009 8:14 am)

The real problem with the Fit's braking is not the brakes themselves, it is the new skinnier tires. Put on some 205/50s, preferably something with a bit of stick rather than the OEM tires, and you will see your braking improve dramatically.

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