2019 Honda Civic vs. 2019 Honda Fit

Compare the 2019 Honda Civic vs. 2019 Honda Fit to see which Honda model best suits your lifestyle at Middletown Honda. While these both offer the style you want, they vary in performance, safety, and interior features. Explore the differences below with Middletown Honda!

Civic vs. Fit: Performance

The 2019 Honda Fitis no slouch in fuel efficiency, yet the 2019 Honda Civic provides slightly better mpg ratings and more power:

• On the entry-level Civic, drivers will find a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that produces 158 hp with a standard 6-speed manual transmission. Upgrade to the EX and EX-L trims with the turbocharged in-line 4-cylinder and Continuously Variable Transmission (LL-CVT), and the Civic provides an impressive EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway** and produces 174 hp.
• Under the hood of the Fit is a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine capable of 130 hp with its standard 6-speed manual transmission. The EPA estimates that the Fit LX gets a highway rating of 40 mpg* when equipped with the available CVT.

While both offer impressive fuel efficiency, the Civic brings a little more to the table for those who spend a lot of time on the highways near Goshen.

Civic vs. Fit: Interior

While both the Civic and Fit sport interior features like a leather-trimmed interior, 60/40 split fold-down rear seating, and available heated seating on higher trims, the Civic allows offers additional luxuries and more customization. Look inside these models and you will find:

The Honda Civic offers three cloth and three leather interior options, a design-centric instrument panel, an 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat, an available power moonroof, in addition to:

• Electric parking brake
• Armrest, footwell, and console illumination
• Wireless phone charger
• Backup camera

The Honda Fit provides you with USB and 12-volt power outlets in the center console, a six-shifter, in addition to the following features:

• Race-inspired paddle shifters on the steering wheel
• Blue footwell lighting
• Cargo net

Civic vs. Fit: Safety

In any Honda model, your safety is a top priority. The Civic has the additional Honda LaneWatch™ system, but both models include the Honda Sensing® safety suite which includes features like:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
• Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

Test Drive the Fit or Civic in Middletown

If you’re interested in comparing the Honda Civic vs. Honda Fit in person, make your way to Middletown Honda. We can tour you around both models and answer your questions on everything from features to financing. Visit us today!