US News & World Report ranked the 2011 Honda Fit #2 amongst all affordable small cars, citing the interior storage options, the largest cargo hold of all small cars, and the high safety ratings bestowed upon it by the insurance industry. The high safety rating derives from the Fit’s six airbags, driver and passenger head restraints, Vehicle Stability Assist with Traction Control, and anti-lock brakes. In government rollover crash tests, the 2011 Honda Fit received four out of five stars.
The base Fit includes a generous list of features – air conditioning, MP3-compatible CD system, and power windows / locks / mirrors all come standard on both the Fit and Fit Sport. The base features for the Fit Sport also include cruise control, keyless entry, a sound system with USB connectivity, and 16-inch allow wheels.
Multiple test drivers state that the Honda Fit has a lot of get-up-and-go for a small car. Granted, the Honda Fit is definitely no sports car, and some reviewers weren’t pleased with its acceleration and responsiveness, but its four-cylinder, 1.5-liter engine nevertheless provides a decent 117 horsepower. While customers looking for something on the sporty and particularly responsive side might be disappointed by the Fit, the average office dweller with a highway commute will find the Fit to be a nice blend of fun, practical, and affordable.
