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2018 Honda Fit LX CVT

The 2018 Honda Fit LX CVT is a 130-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a cvt and front-wheel drive. It starts at $16,990 MSRP and is rated at 36 mpg combined.

It makes 130 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 114 lb-ft of torque at 4600 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 33 mpg city and 40 mpg highway (36 mpg combined).

The Fit measures 160.0 inches long on a 99.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,544 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,990
MSRP with Destination$17,885
Destination Charge$895
Engine
Engine Type1.5-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 i-VTEC with direct injection (L15B)
Displacement1.5 L
Horsepower130 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Torque114 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm
Redline6,800 rpm
Valvetrain16-valve DOHC i-VTEC
Bore and Stroke73.0 x 89.5
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Injection TypeDirect injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
TransmissionCVT with Sport Mode
1st Gear2.526 (35 mph **)
Reverse2.706
Final Drive5.44
Fuel Economy
City33 MPG
Highway40 MPG
Combined36 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity10.6 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion beam
Front Stabilizer Bar25.4 mm
Turning Diameter35.1 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc 10.3 in
Rear Brake DiscDrum 7.9 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in with full covers
Wheels Rear15 in with full covers
Tires Front185/60R15
Tires Rear185/60R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length160 in
Width67 in
Height60 in
Wheelbase99.6 in
Front Track58.3 in
Rear Track58 in
Cargo Volume16.6 ft³
Curb Weight2,544 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)62% / 38%
Interior
Headroom Front39.5 in
Headroom Rear37.5 in
Legroom Front41.4 in
Legroom Rear39.3 in
Shoulder Room Front54.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear52.6 in
Hip Room Front51.5 in
Hip Room Rear45.1 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (14.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2018 Honda Fit 5 HB FWD

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Honda FIT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 21, 2026 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Consequence: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V332000

May 31, 2024 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles that were previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 23V-046. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TIQ and DIR. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed.

NHTSA campaign 24V384000

Dec 18, 2023 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

NHTSA campaign 23V858000

Feb 2, 2023 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 24V-384. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed under recall 24V-384.

NHTSA campaign 23V046000

117 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Honda FIT

Owner Complaints

117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Honda FIT (4 mention a crash, 7 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System34
Fuel/Propulsion System30
Engine23
Unknown Or Other17
Structure12
Fuel System11
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 23, 2026 · Engine
“Car lost power when driving and MIL light came on. Loss of power placed myself and all those around me in a hazardous situation. Took to Honda dealer and P219A engine code came up. They completed the…”
Aug 17, 2026 · Lane Departure, Forward Collision Avoidance
“The lane mitigation and brake system warning lights came on. The car swerved on its own off the road to the right. It put me onto the shoulder of the highway. I had to fight the steering wheel to get…”
Jul 29, 2026 · Electrical System, Air Bags, Seats
“Passenger airbag weight sensor (light next to radio goes on/off) intermittently not sensing adult passenger in passenger seat. Airbag may not work properly in case of accident and could cause severe…”
Jun 25, 2026 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“Purchased great condition used 2018 Fit EX on [XXX] from local non-Honda dealership. The next day, on [XXX], the following errors appeared on the dash: tire pressure monitor system, emissions, hill…”
Jun 24, 2026 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“The contact owns a 2018 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on a dangerous and winding road, the battery and check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 HONDA FIT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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