Compact cars generally offer better fuel efficiency and convenience versus their larger counterparts. A carmaker that is renowned for its super small cars is Honda (their most popular compact vehicle is the Civic) and it appears as if Honda has done it again with the 2010 Fit. It sports a hatchback design that is utilitarian and efficient. This car offers thoughtful ways to store cargo, great gas mileage plus best of all, it won’t break your wallet. Priced at around $15k, this auto is affordable and within reach financially for most shoppers. There are three trims available; the base model Fit, the Fit Sport and the Fit Sport with navigation.

The Fit is equipped with a 1.5 Ltr V4 with 117 horsepower. It’s sufficient to provide for a joyful and athletic ride, especially when you experience the drive in transmission mode plus it offers excellent fuel economy. Gas mileage is at 28 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the freeway. Torque and power are pumped up a bit thanks to innovative i-VTEC technology.

Even though this car is pretty small, it offers a lot of space due to clever engineering. The Fit even has a “Magic Seat”, which is a back seat that can be folded down for storage purposes in three modes; utility, tall and long. The amazing thing about this car is that it has ten cup-holders! That’s probably a lot more cup holders than we’ll ever need but it’s impressive nevertheless. The two front seats are comfortable and offer great support for the back while the rear seat offers plenty of room for the lower extremities. Every Fit comes with a telescoping steering wheel, a four speaker CD audio system, an air conditioning system and spend-sensitive volume control, which alters the loudness of the stereo depending on exterior noise. The Fit Sport trim level offers a USB jack, a 6-speaker stereo, a steering wheel appointed in deluxe leather, 16″ alloy wheels and a rear spoiler. You can also add in an optional Honda satellite linked navigation system with voice command.

Honda engineers have included the latest safety technologies in order to maximize driver and passenger safety. Anti Lock Brakes work to counteract the wheels from locking up and maintains vehicle control during sudden braking while the Active Head Restraints help to discourage whiplash incidents. The airbag system includes front, front-side and side curtain airbags. Vehicle Stability Assist, a feature which maintains control during understeer and oversteer situations, is available on the Sport trim.

This auto would be an excellent fit for someone who is looking for a small car that is affordable. Even though the price is low, with the Honda brand you know that you will be getting a car that is reliable and will last for many years to come. Plus the Fit offers a great deal of space despite its small size, it offers great fuel efficiency and offers ingenious storage solution. The cost of a base model starts at around the fifteen thousand dollar range and may increase depending on the trim and options chosen.

Author Bio: Written by Jacqueline Star: Used Cars Huntsville, Honda Los Angeles, Riverside Honda

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