The 2016 Honda Fit proves practical at the pump

Fuel-efficiency of the 2016 Honda Fit

When it comes to fuel-efficiency there are a few things to consider for the 2016 Honda Fit. Number one is going to be the pairing of the 1.5-liter engine with either the six-speed manual transmission or the continuously variable transmission. The other consideration is trim levels. Both the LX and EX trims paired with the manual transmission are rated at up to 37 highway mpg*. The advertised 33 city and 41 highway is for the LX when paired with the CVT, while the EX and EX-L gain up to 38 highway mpg when paired with the CVT.

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Now, for the most part all of this is splitting hairs, as every choice offers stellar fuel-economy, though no one can deny 41 is impressive for a gasoline model. The average American drives roughly 14,000 miles per year. When it comes to buying fuel, the difference between only getting 37 mpg versus 41 could add up to 36.5 gallons of gasoline, which about 3.5 extra trips to the pump. Over the course of a year, this may not seem like a whole lot.

How far can the 2016 Honda Fit travel on a tank of gas?

There’s the average driver, and then there are those who are seriously sick of stopping by gas stations. We know the type. Maybe you commute to work every day. Maybe you play taxi for your children and friends. Whatever the case may be, sometimes considering distance between fill-ups is just as important as the cost of filling up. The tank size of the 2016 Honda fit sits at 10.6 gallons, which may not seem like much. For the models equipped with the six-speed manual this means a range of between 307.4 and 392.2 miles on a single tank of gas. For those going for the gold when it comes to gas mileage, the LX with CVT hits a range between 349.8 and 434.6 miles. For those eager to spend more time on the road and less time making pit stops, the CVT transmission proves itself in the 2016 Honda Fit.

^{The 2016 Honda Fit has been named the 2016 Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com Best Resale Value Award1 winner of the subcompact category. The vehicle was lauded for its  fun, practical, efficient, and reliable design, and its and lasting value.
Vehicle’s projected resale value is specific to the 2016 model year. For more information, visit Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc.}

* 29 city/36 highway/32 combined mpg rating for LX and EX 6MT models. 33 city/40 highway/36 combined mpg rating for LX CVT model. 32 city/37 highway/34 combined mpg rating for EX and EX-L CVT models. Based on 2017 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.