Honda’s Diverse Range: A Vehicle for Every Budget

Picking the right car can feel a lot like creating a dream list—choosing a favorite color, picking out the right rims, and thinking of the best extras or sound systems. But what you can actually buy often comes down to your budget, unless you’re okay with big debts and large monthly payments. If you’ve got plenty to spend, you might easily find yourself driving a Ferrari or Porsche.

For those who are careful with their money and have a more moderate budget, Honda is the brand that offers durability and versatility.

Honda has a wide range of cars that fit different budgets. They’ve got SUVs like the Pilot, CR-V, and Crosstour. If you want a mid-size sedan, the Honda Accord is a solid option. For those seeking something eco-friendly, check out the CR-Z hybrid. And if you’re looking for an affordable, practical compact car, the award-winning Honda Civic is a great choice.

If you want a car that offers the storage space similar to the CR-V, more legroom than the Accord, fuel savings like the CR-Z, and the safety and value of the Civic, the 2015 Honda Fit is worth considering. This compact car really does it all. Head to a Honda dealership to see for yourself.

One of the Honda Fit’s standout features is its roomy cargo space. With 52.7 cubic feet available and rear seats that fold flat, this small car can easily carry big loads—like mountain bikes, surfboards, luggage, big dogs, or even long items from the hardware store. The Fit’s ability to transform its space is truly impressive.

To give you an idea, the compact SUV Honda CR-V offers 70.9 cubic feet of cargo space with the back seats down, while the Crosstour has 51.3 cubic feet. The Fit beats the Crosstour in this regard.

The Honda Fit also excels in rear legroom, providing 39.3 inches for passengers to stretch, compared to the Accord’s 38.5 inches.

The Fit is budget-friendly, too, offering great fuel economy and overall value. It has a new 1.5-liter in-line four-cylinder engine, which you can pair with a six-speed manual or an automatic CVT for a peppy drive.

This engine provides an impressive 130 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque, making it top of its class. The fuel efficiency is excellent, with the manual version getting 29/37 mpg, the automatic LX achieving 33/41 mpg, and the automatic EX and EX-L getting 32/38 mpg.

The Honda Civic’s 1.8-liter engine is slightly more powerful at 143 horsepower, but it’s not as fuel-efficient due to its larger size.

Initially, I wondered if comparing the Honda Fit to larger cars and SUVs was really fair. However, it’s clear that this compact dynamo can outdo many of them. In hindsight, it’s the bigger cars that might be at a disadvantage. The Honda Fit’s combination of space and efficiency makes it a winner.