Article Comments - 2009 Honda Fit First Drive / Full Test

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First Drive: 2009 Honda Fit - Inside the Fit's cabin, it's apparent that quality levels are up, with improved plastics, more supportive seats and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. Meanwhile, a new dashboard layout looks softer, reflecting a special effort by stylists to appeal to women. (more)

2009 Honda Fit Sport Full Test - Bottom Line: If only every sequel were so good. It's as if Honda used our long-term test blog about the 2007 Fit as a road map for the 2009 model's improvements. (more)

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#11 of 556 Re: HILARIOUS !! [1stpik] by mac91 Sep 22, 2007 (9:51 am)
Replying to: 1stpik (Sep 22, 2007 4:23 am) I agree. The fact that I still bomb around in a 16 year old Honda tells you what I think of all the latest gizmos. However the current Fit, while still relatively simple, looks like something Sponge Bob would pilot on Bikini Bottom. I like the looks of the 2009 and I will probably grab one before Honda tarts it all up. 22 pounds more I can live with. remember the original Civic and the "Keep it Simple" slogans? that car got 44 mpg...in the 70s.
#12 of 556 This is journalism? by rf600r Sep 22, 2007 (3:39 pm)
Seriously, did you just copy the Honda press release for most of this article? I have not seen that many superlatives used even in reviews of the SLR McLaren! If I was the editor of this e-rag, I would have sent Mr. Lyon back to find some A) credibility, and B) objectivity.
#13 of 556 I don't see how this will cannibalize Civic sales by tubaru Sep 22, 2007 (4:47 pm)
I could see an issue for Honda if there were a Civic wagon or hatchback, but those are long gone. I too find it a little strange that the author is panning the current Fit's handling. I've never driven one but all of the reviews praise the handling. But, if the author is correct and the new one drives even better it will be a slam-dunk for my next car. The sunroof is a great addition too. I only hope the fuel mileage it comparable to better than the current model.
#14 of 556 Re: HILARIOUS !! [1stpik] by togi Sep 22, 2007 (8:57 pm)
Replying to: 1stpik (Sep 22, 2007 4:23 am) "And don't forget the side airbags, and head curtain airbags, and side impact door beams, and ABS, and GPS, and all the other BS. " Yeah, all that safety stuff is just stupid. You probably also think seatbelts are stupid. Hell, they should get rid of the brakes too. They just add weight to the vehicle, and why do we need brake when we could just stick our foot out the door to stop the car. I guess the point you're trying to make is that cars should never change in size or weight. Maybe you think that the introductory model should never change, and no new technology should never be added. Doesn't make a whole lot of sense....
#15 of 556 honda, please reconsider no spare tire by rnindc Sep 23, 2007 (5:38 pm)
the new fit looks great, but it's an economy car! people who buy economy cars don't want to be forced to buy only a limited choice of replacement tires (i'm assuming that you're equipping it with run-flats). this article suggests that eliminating the temp. spare increases cargo space only marginally. if that's the case, then it's really not worth it. i think most, if not all, consumers prefer the security (or feeling of security) that a spare tire provides. please, please, please reconsider. thanks. Replies to this message: bobw3 (Sep 24, 2007 8:17 am)
#16 of 556 Re: honda, please reconsider no spare tire [rnindc] by bobw3 Sep 24, 2007 (8:17 am)
Replying to: rnindc (Sep 23, 2007 5:38 pm) I agree...I've heard of nothing but problems for run-flat tires. Give me a regular tire (with a tire pressure monitoring system) any day! The little donut tire doesn't take much space anyway.
#17 of 556 Re: HILARIOUS !! [1stpik] by eldaino Sep 24, 2007 (8:56 am)
Replying to: 1stpik (Sep 22, 2007 4:23 am) i do agree with what you are saying...to a certain extent. I think the new fit looks to be an EXCELLENT ride, and is free from all this adding on of useless features and too much weight. 22lbs is nothing people! and the rigidity of the chassis is impressive! I'll take 22lbs thanks. Thats just a few groceries. the stuff that has been added on is nice. more hp, probably better gas mileage, and conviniences like a telescoping wheel and height adjuster. Honda has done it good. but this review sucks. thanks to the poster who posted the previous edmunds article. If you think the fit drives bad, drive other econoboxes offered by other companies and see how they stack up.
#18 of 556 It's Still Ugly... by jthemba Sep 24, 2007 (12:17 pm)
Honey, I shrunk the Odyssey!
#19 of 556 no moonroof??? still??? by fenry Sep 24, 2007 (7:17 pm)
Honda's decision to give next year's Fit a "panoramic sky roof" has dashed my hopes. I have been waiting for Honda to add a moonroof option to the North American Fit since it first came out. A moonroof has been available in both Europe and Asia since before the Fit was available in the U.S. I test drove the Fit the first week it was available in the U.S., but I decided to wait until they added the option (I assumed it would be here later the first year). Then I realized I'd have to wait for the 2007 model year. But it STILL wasn't around. Now they bring in that stupid panoramic sky roof for 2008, pretty much sealing the deal that I won't ever get a Fit. I live in Washington, DC, which is neither extremely hot nor cold for the U.S., but I drive into the sun to and from work, so most of us use A/C most of the year. The moonroof on my '89 Civic Si really helps the car cool off quickly, and I can get fresh air without the noise of open windows. The "panoramic sky roof" will only make the car hotter and stuffier. I've held onto my Si 3 years beyond when I expected to replace it, just waiting for the Fit. Now I think I'm getting an Audi A3 instead for twice the price. I'd rather pay an extra $2,500 for a Fit with a moonroof, if only they'd give me the option!!! Honda, won't you please give us a moonroof? Replies to this message: carfanatic007 (Sep 25, 2007 5:30 am) bobw3 (Sep 25, 2007 7:09 am) carfanatic007 (Sep 25, 2007 7:55 am) and 2 more... kagedude (Sep 27, 2007 1:21 pm) retire36 (Jul 24, 2008 10:02 am) upstatedoc (Jul 25, 2008 4:37 am) goldenmonkey76 (Oct 23, 2008 3:47 pm)
#20 of 556 Re: no moonroof??? still??? [fenry] by carfanatic007 Sep 25, 2007 (5:30 am)
Replying to: fenry (Sep 24, 2007 7:17 pm) This new Fit leaves alot to be desired. I remember the frenzy that came when the Fit first emerged in 2006. Waiting months to get one, etc. Now the Scion has an excellent XD model which has more standard features and looks much better IMO. Replies to this message: bobw3 (Sep 25, 2007 7:09 am) carfanatic007 (Sep 25, 2007 7:55 am) bobw3 (Sep 25, 2007 8:38 am) eldaino (Sep 26, 2007 7:57 am) kagedude (Sep 27, 2007 1:21 pm) retire36 (Jul 24, 2008 10:02 am) upstatedoc (Jul 25, 2008 4:37 am) goldenmonkey76 (Oct 23, 2008 3:47 pm)