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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#7 of 556 HILARIOUS !! by 1stpik Sep 22, 2007 (4:23 am)
Deja vu. 30 years ago, the "auto experts" did nothing but complain that Japanese cars were "too small" and didn't have "enough power." So every few years, every model got bigger and heavier Everyone touted this little box on wheels as the answer to $3/gal. gasoline -- a small, lightweight car with minimal features for consumers who are shocked (SHOCKED!) by high gas prices. Two years later, Honda makes it bigger and heavier. Well la-dee-frickin'-da! Hey, if 1.5 litres is a good engine, then 1.8 would be GREAT! How about a "Fit SI?" It could use a 2.0 L engine with 200 HP. The automotive press would gush all over it. Gee, wouldn't that be cool? Of course, we'll need a Fit XL (extended length) for the suburban housewives who have to drive all the neighborhood kids to McDonalds. And a 4-wheel-drive Fit for outdoor recreation. 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. Apparently, the Fit won't be "fit" for the U.S. market until it weighs two tons and has all the features of a Lexus. By the time that happens, gas will be $5/gal., and Honda will introduce a new model -- a small, lightweight car with minimal features for consumers who are shocked (SHOCKED!) by high gas prices. And the automotive press will claim that it needs just a little more room, and a little more power ..... Replies to this message: mac91 (Sep 22, 2007 9:51 am) togi (Sep 22, 2007 8:57 pm) eldaino (Sep 24, 2007 8:56 am) somdamon (Aug 14, 2008 3:18 pm)
#8 of 556 Big Errors by bobw3 Sep 22, 2007 (4:35 am)
Hey Host...maybe you can find out about the huge errors in this article. Great handling is one of the best aspects of the current Fit as described by even Edmunds reviews. And the 21CuFt is with the 2nd row up. It sounds like they were reviewing a different car. Poor writing on Edmunds part. Replies to this message: mars_star (Sep 25, 2007 9:30 am)
#9 of 556 Re: Now 167213423874% better-er! [240to850tofit] by mithrandir Sep 22, 2007 (5:10 am)
Replying to: 240to850tofit (Sep 21, 2007 6:50 pm) Completely agree. Sometimes you think reviewers are paid off by manufacturers to write what they do. When a new model comes out, suddenly the outgoing model becomes "oh-so-wretched" and "how could the automaker get away with such a lacking product?" This is one reason why I stopped subscribing to various auto rags. Oh sure, typically new models are better than those they replace but too many review themes come down to simply "you have to have the new model, jettison all financial sense, buy, buy, buy!" Sheesh.
#10 of 556 no spare tire? by johnr1 Sep 22, 2007 (5:40 am)
No spare tire? Run-flats have been a nightmare on larger vehicles like the Toyota van
#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.