The 2019 Honda Fit is powered by a 1.5 Liter Inline-4 cylinder powertrain. The engine churns out a maximum power output of 128 hp with CVT, and 130 hp with a manual transmission. Fit’s engine looks quite ahead of its rivals in terms of engine sound and acceleration.
The reason behind the engine performance is Honda’s i-VTEC and Variable Timing Control (VTC) Technology. The tech allows the hatch to produce more power at higher speeds and returns the best fuel economy at low speed.
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Models
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Honda Fit
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Ford Fiesta
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Toyota Yaris
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Nissan Versa
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Kia Rio
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Starting Price
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$ 16,190
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$ 13,960
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$ 16,385
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$ 15,480
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$15,095
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Engine
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Regular Unleaded I-4 1.5 L
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Regular Unleaded I-4 1.6 L
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Regular Unleaded I-4 1.5 L
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Regular Unleaded I-4 1.6 L
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1.6L
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Transmission
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Automatic
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Automatic
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Manual
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CVT
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Automatic
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Power (HP @ RPM)
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130 @ 6600
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120 @ 6350
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106 @ 6000
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109 @ 6000
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130 @ 6300
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Torque (Nm @ RPM)
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114 @ 4600
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112 @ 5000
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103 @ 4200
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107 @ 4400
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119 @ 4850
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Acceleration
Honda Fit has the best acceleration in its class. However, Kia Rio has been doing zero to 60 in just 8.5 seconds. Keeping it aside, the revving engine of the Fit allows the driver to accelerate smoothly on highways and gets the best performance out of the tech loaded powertrain.
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Models
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Honda Fit
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Ford Fiesta
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Toyota Yaris
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Nissan Versa
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Kia Rio LX
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0 – 60 MPH
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9.1 sec
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9.1 sec
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10.2 sec
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9.9 sec
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8.5 sec
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Quarter Mile
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17.1 sec
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17.1 sec
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17.8 sec
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17.6 sec
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16.7 sec
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When it comes to acceleration, Ford Fiesta rivals with Fit closely. Fiesta costs around 3 grand lesser than the Fit. Honda here manages to offer some advantage over extra cost.
Ride and Handling
Honda fit does well with the steering and ride quality. The hatch is fun-to-drive, thanks to precise steering and handling. The suspension too is soft to handle any type of uneven terrain. The CVT. On the other hand, it is good for daily commuting, but the manual is great when it comes to city commuting.
The Sport, EX, and EX-L trim levels come equipped with large 16-inch wheels that make the ride comfier. However, on rough roads, the Fit hatchback struggles a bit due to its short wheelbase.
Braking
Unfortunately, the 2019 Fit hatchback is not the quickest one to stop but still manages to do zero to 70 MPH in less than 180 feet. Ford Fiesta looks good with its brakes this time. Moreover, the Fit gets soft brake pedals. It is easy to modulate and make the ride effortless.
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Models
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Honda Fit
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Ford Fiesta
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Toyota Yaris
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Nissan Versa
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Kia Rio LX
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70 – 0 MPH
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179 Ft.
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175 Ft.
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185 Ft.
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188 Ft.
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182 Ft.
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Brake Pads – Front (in)
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10.3
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10.2
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10
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10
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11
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Brake Pads – Rear (in)
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7.9
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7.9
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7.9
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8
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8
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