Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
27 City / 33 HWY
Horsepower
117
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Ruby K
Small yet roomy, affordable, and reliable.
I purchased my vehicle 4.5 years ago as a Certified Pre-Owned from a Honda Dealership. I had an issue with the A/C not working maybe about a year into owning it, but it was repaired for around $150 and I've had zero issues since. I absolutely love my car. It's reliable, gets excellent gas mileage, and it's surprisingly roomy for the tiny car that it is. I've been able to put transport purchased Furniture, Bicycles, etc. INSIDE the car by putting the seats down. And to top it all off, the Honda Fit is super cute and fits my personality. I plan to drive this car until it just won't go anymore.
accountCircle AMANDA W
It has a small gas tank that but has a big truck that the seats can fold down in multiple ways
Like that it is reliable and holds its retail value longer then a lot of other brands of cars that are available
accountCircle Elijah N
Rideshare and musician and trail runners transport.
Great fuel economy and very versatile usage of transport for persons or equipment. Can fit a 3/4 double bass instrument inside the cabin. Easy to park and negotiate in narrow roads and tight parking spaces. Ride can be a little bumpy due to low profile but makes up with leg room and head space.
accountCircle Amelia H
A perfect fit for a minimal lifestyle.
Absolutely love this car. The size is minimal and perfect which makes finding parking spots easy and it is an overall perfect fit. The inside is very spacious, comfortable, and the there is a lot of trunk storage. The engine and car works great and is very reliable and easy going.
accountCircle Larry A
Great mileage and perfect size to carry everything you need.
Great small wagon, heaps of space in hatchback and the seats fold up and down. With the rear seats up my bike will easily fit in with the front wheel removed. GPS/handsfree link is great, and easy to use. This is our 2nd fit and there will soon be a new one.
accountCircle Diana M
Nice functional car. Comfortable to drive.
This car has slow acceleration. I have no other issues. The performance is fine at higher speeds. I have found it to be reliable and feel comfortable driving even moderate distances. The front seat is reasonably comfortable with the seat back. The back seat is not so comfortable.
accountCircle Chris B
A compact car that does not feel compact.
Very versatile vehicle. Fun to drive, and reliable. Could use more sound dampening, but otherwise it is a terrific little car that punches well above its weight in cargo capacity and interior room. With seats that fold down to create a large amount of rear cargo room, or up to fit a full sized bicycle, this is an incredibly versatile vehicle. I was even able to fit two full sized car seats relatively easily. Back seats also fit adults comfortably, though long trips could be somewhat uncomfortable.
accountCircle Caitlin K
My car is one that is pretty inexpensive, is safe, and has great gas mileage.
I love my Fit because it is small, yet spacious. It is a safe vehicle. It has great gas mileage and is very cute

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Walter H
It is not as economical as I would have thought on the street for a small car.
This car was originally for my wife. It is too small and there is a blind spot. It can pick up speed on the freeway but it is rather tinny. Passengers in back say it's like being in a boat. Want a heavier car.
accountCircle Brittney H
I can fit a washer and dryer in the back of my car if the back seats are down.
The 2012 Honda fit gets really good gas mileage, but has a small gas tank. It is about a ten gallon tank. It has good trunk space. I can fit a washer and dryer in the back if the back seats are down, but it is still tight in the car because it is compact.
accountCircle Miranda N
Honda fit: solid if marginally loud.
I like how amazingly tight the Honda fit's turn radius is. It is also has a nice, smooth ride and comfortable interiors. Only downside so far--it seems to get a bit loud whenever you drive it over 55 or so. Plenty of passenger space and folding down the back seats makes moving bulky furniture possible.
accountCircle Autumn W
The Honda fit fits ok for a family of 4.
It works ok, I would think the mileage would be better for the size of the car. I have had issues with spark plugs backing out a few times resulting in an odor of gas in the car. The air conditioner is fading already. It is an okcar but not great for a family of four.
accountCircle Elizabeth N
You trade off a few years of great gas mileage by paying for it literally with repairs that seem needed sooner than in other cars.
It is falling apart a whole lot faster than any previous car I have had. Plus, once someone puts up the back seat headrests, you have two huge blind spots to f you want to see to merge in either direction as to what traffic is like behind you.
accountCircle Amber D
The gas mileage is good enough to offset the car's flaws.
I like the color, silver. My favorite part about my car is the gas mileage is pretty good. I can put in $10 and get over half a tank. I'm not a big fan of the hatchback design, it's definitely a bit too "mom car" for me. I wish the engine power had a bit more oomph, I always feel like I'm driving a golf cart.
accountCircle Grace P
Reliable, inexpensive car.
The horsepower of my car is very low, so accelerating onto a highway or after a stop light on an uphill is difficult. My cat is also relatively low to the ground and does not have four wheel drive for the wintertime. My car has not had any major problems, so it is very reliable. The trunk is super spacious and I can even fit a bike in the back with the seats down.
accountCircle Amanda M
Perfect sized vehicle for parking in tight spaces.
I bought this car while living in San Francisco. It is the perfect car for fitting in small spaces and living in a big city. One of my concerns is that it is very light and is easily moved by the wind. My biggest qualm is the air conditioning. I took a 6 hour road trip once and being that the car is so small the ac only last a couple of hours. My husband and I were driving through desert and were miserable on the way to our destination and back home.

Honda Fit Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base Electric
117 HP 29 MPG 5 Seats
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Sport Electric
117 HP 30 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Honda Fit Owner Reviews

4.45
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5 stars 55%
4 stars 35%
3 stars 8%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Gabe F on June 25, 2021
Small-size, fuel efficient, and premium.
I really enjoy my Honda fit, I love all the features and capabilities that it gives me. I have a 40 minute commute every morning. The Honda fit allows me to make this journey and be very fuel efficient. Fuel efficiency is important to me because it helps me save money. Another feature that I love about the Honda fit is its ability to fold down the rear seats. This gives me the ability to store or transport larger items that I would be in a normal car. The size of the car allows me to easily park wherever I want.
accountCircle Sarag B on June 3, 2021
2012 Honda fit sport review.
2012 Honda fit sport. Super reliable, feel like it is going to last forever. No major issues in 8 years of ownership. Gas mileage is pretty good for a 2012 at 28-33 mpg. Seats inside make it super easy to convert the car into different storage configurations. It takes only one second to change the back seats. Great reliable and affordable car. Great value.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Faviola C.

The car is very gas efficient. It is super easy to drive, because of the size of the car. The car is simple, no high tech stuff. It was not expensive when purchasing. It is good for student drivers because of its size and gas. Great for travel as well.

likeFilled James G.

Vehicle is highly efficient and dependable. Very fun to drive, flexible seating arrangement, easy to park, and low maintenance. For a small car, the handling is firm and the engine is plenty powerful to zoom around town. The sports paddle shifting is also fun to use.

likeFilled Jody K.

Spacious, comfortable and great gas mileage. You can fit 5 passengers pretty comfortable. I have been able to haul items as well as camp in the car. Very versatile! You can configure it for the activity you desire. I also carry a roof rack and kayak on the top. Perfect daily driver and adventure mobile!

likeFilled Vats S.

Honda Fit is really a good car. While you are driving car it feels like smooth. You can also drive this car for long drive. It is also easy for parking because car is small. Honda Fit is small car. Sometimes difficult to drive in snow.

likeFilled Erin M.

It is reliable. It runs for a long time. I like the seats. I like how it has a USB thing installed. I like how it shows the oil life percentage so I know when to get an oil change for my car. Overall it is a good car.

likeFilled Abby B.

The Honda fit gets great gas mileage, is very reliable, and is inexpensive to purchase. It is also very compact and eco friendly, but does not feel that small when you are inside. For such a small car, it also has great storage space and plenty of legroom.

likeFilled Mari D.

I love this car. The mileage is excellent, and it handles really well. It does not feel cramped when you are inside, yet I can park on virtually any space. Even sub-compact spots! My fit has taken me long distances, and it is my daily commuter car. It is safe enough for my toddler to ride with me in her car seat as well!

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Faviola C.

It's not very fast, compared to sports cars. It is small, and not suited for families with children. It is not easy clean because the seats are polyester. The car is better suited for city life, it will not do good in camping trips and bumpy roads because of its small tires.

dislikeFilled James G.

Not very many cons. Mostly I worry about the safety of the car if I was involved in a bad crash. Physics is the main cause of this problem as the car is very small and does not have much mass. Most vehicles are larger and have more mass and could inflict serious damage if I were to run into them. My understanding is Honda has designed new ways to make the car stronger in the newer models so this may not be much of an issue now.

dislikeFilled Jody K.

I do not like the fabric of the seas. They have small pockets that catch dirt and crumbs. I also would prefer a grey interior over black. It is hard to come up with anymore cons as I do not have any and love the car!

dislikeFilled Vats S.

Small car, not easy for driving in snow. Car average may decrease as you start driving for long drives. In winter you cannot take this car for long drives because it is really very hard and tough to drive.

dislikeFilled Erin M.

It is outdated. There's no push start button. No sunroof. I miss my digital speedometer. There's no Bluetooth for your phone. I am ready to upgrade my car. It is small. It has a lot of dents. It looks a little bad.

dislikeFilled Abby B.

Since it is so small, it may not be quite as safe as larger vehicles. It also does not drive very well in poor weather conditions. Since my car specifically is black, sometimes in the summer it can get very hot and the ac does not work as well in such conditions.

dislikeFilled Mari D.

I don't really have much to complain about regarding my car, really. I've found it to be very affordable, safe, fun, and cost-effective. I have gotten into a few minor traffic incidents, and I have never sustained an injury.

Ranks #8 Small Cars by Owners

The 2012 Honda Fit has an average owner rating of 4.49 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 36 other Small Cars.

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4.76
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4.45

Ranks #9 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Honda Fit has a combined MPG of 38 which ranks it #9 of 36 other Small Cars.

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42 MPG
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42 MPG
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33 MPG

Is The 2012 Honda Fit A Good Car?

Yes very dependable, very good mileage, comfortable ride. Accelerate very well in traffic looks good.
Russell s.
Yes the 2012 Honda fit is a very good vehicle. It drives well and is low maintenance. I drive side roads and interstate. I get about 32 mpg in town and 40 on the interstate.
Linda P.
Other than the battery, seems alright. The battery is very expensive, only found one at half the normal price of a few hundred dollars.
Samantha F.
It gets me where I need to go, great gas mileage, unfortunately it does not have 4 wheel drive. Very durable though.
Robin B.
It is a great vehicle! Fun to drive! And easy to park. The Fit is also fuel efficient, and u think it looks cute!
Felix H.
I have enjoyed the Honda Fit. It is easy to drive, handles well, easy to park, and gets great gas mileage.
Joseph H.
I really like my car. It drives well, gets good gas mileage, is comfortable, and is built to last. Even though it is a compact car, it has more cargo space than you would expect. This car is also easy... Read More
Sam L.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Honda Fit?

No problem seems to go through tires quickly though. When tires wear it gets a vibration. Air conditioning is not exceptional.
Russell s.
The car has been very reliable. It starts immediately and drives well. The seats are comfortable for short and long trips.
Linda P.
The battery seems to blow out each year. Have had to replace it pretty much yearly since I got it. Checked all the fuses as well.
Amanda T.
It needs an oil change soon, but other than that it is definitely reliable. One of my tires is running low on air, so I should probably get that looked at soon.
Christine P.
I have never had any problem with my Honda Fit. There have been some recall issues with the airbags, but my vehicle is taken care of now.
Beverly S.
My Honda Fit has been very reliable for the year I have owned it. Only have had regular oil changes.
Gail T.
I have not had any major problems since I have owned this vehicle. I find that this car has been very reliable.
Amanda B.
Sort of reliable but it has problems with spark plugs backing out and resulting in a gasoline smell.
Laura H.

Is The 2012 Honda Fit A Good Value?

Paid $15000 for it which at the time I felt was a very good value. Trim level probably suffers At this level though.
Russell s.
My car was bought used so I do not know the new car price. I paid $7000 for it a year and a half ago. Because of it is reliability, good gas mileage, and the way it handles, my opinion is that it is a... Read More
Linda P.
$600 per month in payments, along with gas, fluids, insurance and maintenance (like replacing battery) makes for a very expensive car.
Elaine A.
It cost approximately $17,000. For the cost ratio I would say that it is a good value. I need to get new tires, but it has lasted me about 7 years with no trouble.
Ashley L.
The Honda Fit is a great value. I spend way less than my husband does for his car. Even my fuel costs are manageable.
Bima M.
I don't know the price of a new Honda Fit, but I bought my used one last year for around $7000. I priced other used Fits, and I determined this one was the best value for me and my budget.
Mike P.
I purchased my Fit brand new and paid it off in 5 years. Honda vehicles in general are a good investment because they are reliable and are built to last. I think my Fit is a good value.
Deb V.

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Does the 2012 Honda Fit have a timing belt or chain?

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Safety & Reliability

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