The Honda Fit was designed to offer an active and smart appearance and we think it succeeds. It's aerodynamically sleek and is engineered to make efficient use of interior space. The interesting headlight bezels match the exterior color of the vehicle. Standard on all models, this body-colored headlight bezel gives the Fit a sporty appearance. Squint at the front corner and you can convince yourself it's a Ferrari. The front doors open wide, to nearly an 80-degree angle, making it easy to get in and out of the car. The doors have three distinct detents to hold the door open at various degrees. Unique among subcompacts, the Fit mounts its fuel tank in the center of the car, under the front seats. This allows the floor for the back-seat passengers to be lower, thus increasing space behind the front seats. The unit-body structure is highly rigid, which is helpful for developing crisp handling response and a smooth ride quality. Stuctural rigidity is also useful for protecting the people inside and Honda expects top ratings from the government and insurance industry. Honda achieved strength while keeping weight down by using high-strength steel. A Honda Fit Sport with a manual gearbox weighs 2,471 pounds. That's comparable for the class and considerably lighter than a Nissan Versa.
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