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I have a 09 Fit on order in Tucson. I have read several messages indicating that the ac is marginal in hot weather. Anyone with experience with the ac in Arizona summer? I'm a little concerned. Thanks Dave
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Replying to: retire36 (Jul 21, 2008 1:58 pm) We live in Central Texas where it has been 102 degrees ever other day. Our 2007 Sport AC has worked like a charm. We always use outside air and set the fan speed to 4 and it does a great job. We turn off the AC temporarily when going up a steep hill.  Regards, Bubba |
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Replying to: bprenderson (Jul 24, 2008 8:24 am) And you should probably use the Inside Air setting, since it's easier to cool off the inside air than 102degree outside air. |
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Replying to: bprenderson (Jul 24, 2008 8:24 am) Dave |
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Replying to: bprenderson (Jul 24, 2008 8:24 am) In other Hondas (Civic, CR-V, Accord, etc) which have a "MAX A/C" button, when this is pressed, it goes automatically to recirculate, since it will make the cabin cooler than fresh air. |
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I am seeing a lot of postings here reporting vast differences in FIT real-world MPG results. There are many, many, factors that can affect fuel economy. The one factor that MOST affects the fuel economy is the driver. I have 3 2008 Fit Sport Automatics -all are the exact same vehicle (they currently have 600, 4300, and 7000 miles on the odometer). My 21yr old son drives one in mostly city driving in "leadfoot" style and typically gets 27-30 MPG. My 53 yr old wife drives another, fairly conservatively, about half city and half highway conditions, but in a very "jerky" style of starting/stopping, and typically gets 29-31 MPG (she's only gassed up 3 times so far, so this is limited data for her). I am also 53 and drive very conservatively and smoothly in 2/3 highway and 1/3 city driving, and typically get 30-35 MPG. I did one 500 mile highway trip on a weekend at 65-70 mpg (on Interstate highways with speed limits of 65-75 mph) with A/C on half the time, 2 passengers, light luggage, mostly flat terrain, tailwind going one way, calm weather coming back, and averaged 38.5 MPG, well above the EPA ratings. You can go on and on about what a person can do to the vehicle or the type of gas or other physical/hardware devices to improve mileage, but the #1 way to get better mileage is to slow down (if you are currently exceeding the speed limit) and anticipating starts/stops so that your driving style is smooth and gradual. You are probably going to irritate a lot of other drivers who are speeding excessively (10-20 mph over the limit) and driving aggessively in their big SUVs and Trucks. But when it's time to fill up and they're getting 10-12 mpg real-world and you are getting anywhere from 25-40 MPG in your Fit, you will have the last laugh (and pay much less at the pump).
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Replying to: fitisgo (Jul 25, 2008 8:03 am) |
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Replying to: fitisgo (Jul 25, 2008 8:03 am) I ended up buying a 2008 Civic Si, I average 30mpg. Yes I paid more but I have gobs of power when I need it. I drive 75-80 mph on the highway and even when I am at 50% City and 50% highway I still get 28-30 mpg. Much above 80mph and the fuel economy drops. It goes up at night when the cops are out in force and the cruise is on. Oh and all our gas in this state has 10% ethanol in it.   The Fit should get much better fuel economy than it does. Hopefully the nw model will correct that. I'll probably take a long look at the new Honda Hybrid that's based on the FCX Clarity as well as other cars. My wife loves the Fit but most of our driving is on steep hills or the highway. Those seem to work against the Fit. I drove one when I was overseas and loved it but mileage was so-so. No reason the Fit shouldn't get 40mpg.
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Replying to: tiff_c (Jul 26, 2008 12:54 pm) What car out there gets that in America? The Fit gets about the best MPG out there. As good as a Civic or Corolla but more usable space inside and more cargo space. |
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Replying to: bobw3 (Jul 26, 2008 6:41 pm) What car out there gets that in America? If we're talking about EPA highway testing, you'll need a Prius Civic Hybrid VW Diesel Smart If we aren't, then drive my Accord. It's a 2006 model, but at 72mph cruise, unloaded, no A/C, I've had 40 MPG on more than one occasion.
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