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Honda Announces Pricing for All-New 2007 Fit

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The Auto chanal
4/20/05

Premium, Entry-Level Subcompact Delivers High-End Features and Class-Leading Standard Safety Equipment for 2007

TORRANCE, Calif., March 20 -- The all-new 2006 Honda Fit will debut at dealerships nationwide on April 20 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $13,850, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. The Fit leads the subcompact segment with the most standard feature content in its class, a unique level of interior functionality and a sporty driving character.

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Built on Honda's foundation of dependability, quality and reliability, the Fit includes a 109 horsepower, 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder, VTEC engine with a 5-speed manual transmission (an automatic transmission is also available, bringing the suggested retail price to $14,650). The Fit's standard safety features include dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags, dual front side airbags, side-curtain airbags and an anti-lock braking system (ABS). Big on space, the Fit incorporates more than 111 cubic feet of interior volume and a Magic Seat(TM) that provides four distinct seating and cargo carrying configurations.

"The 2007 Honda Fit demonstrates how an affordable and fun small car can have similar safety features and refinement as larger, more expensive vehicles," said John Mendel, senior vice president of American Honda. "For consumers considering an attractive, affordable, and versatile car, the Fit provides a new entry point into Honda's vehicle lineup."

Priced at $15,170, the Fit Sport model with manual transmission adds a rear roofline spoiler, aero body kit, fog lights, security system with keyless remote entry, cruise control, a 160-watt, six-speaker audio system and 15-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with P195/55R15 tires. Fit Sport models with the available automatic transmission come standard with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters and will be available at the suggested retail price of $15,970.

Additionally, the Fit can be customized with Honda Factory Performance equipment including 16-inch alloy wheels, sport exhaust, chrome exhaust tip finisher, rear bumper accents and a sport mesh grille.

The Fit has an estimated city/highway fuel economy rating of 33/38 miles per gallon (manual transmission) and is expected to be among the highest ratings in its class. Destination and handling charges for all 2007 Honda vehicles are $550.

Consumer information is available at www.honda.com.
 
#5 ·
Honda did price the Fit out of the class by loading too much stuff into the base model. I am guessing the $14k MSRP is justified with features and equipment. Both base Yaris and Aveo will start around $10k-$11k, both of which would probably be less equipped than the base $14k Fit.
 
#8 ·
That is......quite expensive for this segment. It's within $1000 of the Civic's $14,560 base price. It makes me wonder, though. Are they planning something below this? They have a lot of real estate from the Aveo and Yaris and the Fit.
 
#9 ·
genjy said:
Honda did price the Fit out of the class by loading too much stuff into the base model. I am guessing the $14k MSRP is justified with features and equipment. Both base Yaris and Aveo will start around $10k-$11k, both of which would probably be less equipped than the base $14k Fit.
Most of the Fit's standard features are optional on the Yaris and Aveo.

But I do see this as a foolish mistake. In this segment, buyers are very price conscious, and it's good that the Aveo and Yaris have a lot of options. Those who want a basic, but generally good quality subcompact can get one for a low price, and they can add options to the car if they wish. You can't really do that with the Fit.

I'm thinking the Fit may possibly compete more with the Versa, and the Yaris will compete more with the Aveo.
 
#10 ·
Once people sit in the Fit an go through the Flexible interior, they will come up with the little extra cash it will take to get into the Fit. Honda knows they have the best entry in this segment. They won't be able to keep these on the lots initially. Civic buyers will also gravitate toward the Fit. Honda will be competing against themselves in this respect. Your going to see Civic sedan buyers struggling between the Fit and and the Civic sedan. The Fit is just going to make more practical sense to many. It is the ultimate go to Wal-Mart vehicle.
 
#12 ·
The gas mileage is slightly no better than the Civic, with a smaller engine. It is priced out of the category, and is more priced up there with compact cars like the Cobalt and the Elantra.
 
#13 ·
Umm, Hasn't Honda been saying that the Fit will start around $13,500 for a while now? In which case they stayed relativley close to that figure. And for everything you're getting I think that it's priced about right. It will probably sell very well to people looking replace their suv this summer with something more gas-efficient.
 
#16 ·
heals120 said:
Are paddle shifters really necessary in a car that makes less than 110 hp? This car= UGLY!
Go Yaris and Aveo

Paddle shifters equal fun to drive. Honda's philosophy is that every car must be fun to drive. It's what sets them apart from ........well, Toyota. Toyota is reliable, and Honda is reliable and fun to drive. Buy Honda and get some excitement with your reliability.

Ridgeline=fun to drive
Fit=fun to drive
Civic Si=very fun to drive
Element=fun to drive
S2000=a blast to drive

Civic, Accord, Pilot, CRV.............well, at least they're reliable.
 
#17 ·
Ridge1 said:
Paddle shifters equal fun to drive. Honda's philosophy is that every car must be fun to drive. It's what sets them apart from ........well, Toyota. Toyota is reliable, and Honda is reliable and fun to drive. Buy Honda and get some excitement with your reliability.

Ridgeline=fun to drive
Fit=fun to drive
Civic Si=very fun to drive
Element=fun to drive
S2000=a blast to drive

Civic, Accord, Pilot, CRV.............well, at least they're reliable.
Of any poster on this forum, you are in the top ten of idiots. That last sentence is about as meaningless as they come, 95% of all cars are reliable. When was the last time you had a car that regularly broke down? Oh that's right never. Normally I don't bother with you, but someone needs to tell you that you are indeed an imbecile.



 
#18 ·
DuSpinnst said:
Of any poster on this forum, you are in the top ten of idiots. That last sentence is about as meaningless as they come, 95% of all cars are reliable. When was the last time you had a car that regularly broke down? Oh that's right never. Normally I don't bother with you, but someone needs to tell you that you are indeed an imbecile.
What's with the name calling. I believe that's against the rules. I think I'd like to lodge a complaint to the mods.
 
#19 ·
the pot for whom the kettle tolls, duspinnst ;)

(mixed metaphors are teh win :D )

but seriously Ridge1, ive driven both Fits, and the paddleshift on the Honda is f@ckin horrible. It works on a Ferrari or M3 CSL because that 'box costs something like $5000 in itself.

The slow, jerky piece of cr@p they use in the Jazz takes AWAY from the fun of the oustanding manual offered, which has a really sporty shift with an old-school Honda mechanical feel.

But then again, americans prefer to steer rather than drive, so probably will go with the slushbox.
 
#20 ·
Wait a second, it's called Fit? Wow, they really are running out of names for cars, aren't they? Seriously, I like the Yaris way better then this, and I hate the Yaris. I'm not being biased, but I like the new Aveo's styling better. Only 105hp? Wow, that's low.
 
#21 ·
Redcoat said:
the pot for whom the kettle tolls, duspinnst ;)

(mixed metaphors are teh win :D )

but seriously Ridge1, ive driven both Fits, and the paddleshift on the Honda is f@ckin horrible. It works on a Ferrari or M3 CSL because that 'box costs something like $5000 in itself.

The slow, jerky piece of cr@p they use in the Jazz takes AWAY from the fun of the oustanding manual offered, which has a really sporty shift with an old-school Honda mechanical feel.

But then again, americans prefer to steer rather than drive, so probably will go with the slushbox.

Thanks for the input. I would probably prefer the manual myself. I take it you drove the Fit with paddles with the 7 speed CVT AT tranny, or did you actually drive it with the 5 speed AT the US is getting? I realize it's not a double clutch DSG, but I thought it would still offer some fun control since it will hold the gear till redline if the driver chooses.

The Honda dealer went ahead and ordered me a MT Sport without requiring a deposit from me just to see if I would like it. Nice guy. So, I'll be able to drive both back to back when they come in.

I believe MT Fits will only make up 10% percent of the US allocation of Fits, so they will be rare here. I'm still not sure if I want one, but if it impresses, I will cut them a check.

The Yaris is interesting, but Toyota can do better than making safety an option. Side/curtain air bags should be standard on all their vehicles, but especially on a small vehicle like that.

The Aveo is Okay, but GM put it out of the running with that incredibly short warranty they have.
 
#24 ·
DuSpinnst said:
Of any poster on this forum, you are in the top ten of idiots. That last sentence is about as meaningless as they come, 95% of all cars are reliable. When was the last time you had a car that regularly broke down? Oh that's right never. Normally I don't bother with you, but someone needs to tell you that you are indeed an imbecile.
Well ,Well, Well you love to do it to everyone, that you feel is wrong .Guess you knew Vtec came from Honda.and you knew GM buys 90,000 V6 engines and transmisions from Honda.This started in 2003 and will go for 5 years, so grow out of your childish ways and take anger management.This should prolong your life a few more years,and we would like you to stay here.Thank you again for your input.P.S. Oh yes I am sorry in advance(I know you like that too)