DecodedCars2016 Honda Fit
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr Hatch FWD DX/LX, 4dr Hatch FWD EX/EX-L Navi
- Engines
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 130 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 36 combined · 33 city / 40 hwy
- Length
- 159.8 in
- Curb weight
- 2,493–2,579 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 36 MPG combined — 31% better than the average 2016 small station wagon (27.4 MPG).
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints122 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 28 for similar models — most often about the electrical system.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Honda Fit is a small station wagon offered with a 1.5L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 160 inches long and 67 inches wide on a 100-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,493 lb (4dr Hatch FWD DX/LX).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 36 MPG combined (33 city / 40 highway), 31% better than the 2016 small station wagon average of 27.4 MPG, for an estimated $1,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Fit — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Fit →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Yorii, Saitama · Suzuka, Mie · Celaya, Guanajuato
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2016 Fit configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Hatch FWD DX/LX | 159.8 in | 66.9 in | 58.3 in | 99.6 in | 57.5 / 57.5 in | 2,493 lb | 62/38 |
| 4dr Hatch FWD EX/EX-L Navi | 159.8 in | 66.9 in | 58.3 in | 99.6 in | 57.5 / 57.5 in | 2,579 lb | 62/38 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fit | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 / 40 / 36 | +31% | $1,850 | 250 |
| Fit | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 37 / 34 | +24% | $1,950 | 261 |
| Fit | 1.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 36 / 32 | +17% | $2,100 | 282 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Honda Fit.
Similar 2016 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Honda Fit (this car) | 36 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Nissan Juke | 30 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Kia Soul | 27 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2016 Fiat 500 L | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Structure · Oct 23, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V697000 · 25,367 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Fit LX-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof. In the affected vehicles, the rear grab handle brackets were not manufactured properly, and as a result, the brackets may puncture the side curtain air bags upon their deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection" and number 226, "Ejection Mitigation".
- Risk
- If the side curtain air bags are punctured upon deployment, the outboard seat occupants may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.
Not every 2016 Honda Fit is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Honda Fit buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 52 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 18 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Engine — 12 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 37,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Honda Fit. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Fit years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fit | 36 | 161.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 36 |
| 2019 Fit | 36 | 161.4 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 138 |
| 2018 Fit | 36 | 161.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 117 |
| 2017 Fit | 36 | 159.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 43 |
| 2015 Fit | 36 | 159.8 in | Not rated | 4 | 271 |
| 2014 Fit | 82 mi | 161.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 Fit | 31 | 161.8 in | Not rated | 10 | 150 |
| 2012 Fit | 31 | 161.8 in | Not rated | 11 | 87 |
| 2011 Fit | 31 | 161.8 in | Not rated | 11 | 98 |
| 2010 Fit | 31 | 161.8 in | Not rated | 12 | 133 |
| 2009 Fit | 31 | 161.8 in | Not rated | 11 | 201 |
| 2008 Fit | 31 | 157.1 in | Not rated | 7 | 113 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →