~ Auto Buzz ~: Which 2017 hatchback best fits your needs

2017 Honda Fit vs 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback

Hatchbacks are becoming increasingly common among drivers who don’t need something as large as an SUV, but would still like more cargo space than the average sedan offers. To help drivers decided between the two Honda Hatchbacks, we’ve put together a comparison of the 2017 Honda Fit vs the 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback.

2017 Honda Fit vs Civic Hatchback

The key difference between the 2017 Honda Fit and the 2017 Civic Hatchback lies in their intended purposes—the 2017 Fit is a hatchback designed to offer the maximum amount of cargo space and possible, with the size and handling of a compact sedan, while the 2017 Civic Hatchback is designed for performance and the thrill of the ride. However, the two models are similar enough that a comparison is useful to decide which hatch works best for your needs.

2017 Honda Fit LX CVT	vs	2017 Honda Civic Hatchback LX CVT
$16,790*	Base MSRP	$20,500*
36 MPG**	Combined Fuel Economy	34 MPG**
130	Horsepower	174
52.7 cubic feet	Max. Cargo Volume	46.2 cubic feet

*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price excludes taxes, license, registration/title, optional or regionally required equipment and destination charge. Dealers set own prices.

**Based on EPA ratings. Use for comparison only. Your mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery-pack age/condition (for hybrid vehicles) and other factors.

The Fit starts out at a significantly lower price than the Civic Hatchback, so drivers on a budget may opt for the Fit. The Fit also offers slightly better fuel economy, making it another great choice for budget drivers. Because the Fit was designed to do exactly what its name implies, it does offer almost ten feet more cargo space than the Civic Hatchback.

Drivers less concerned with budget and cargo space, and more concerned with performance and horsepower, are better off opting for the Civic Hatchback. The Civic Hatchback offers significantly more horsepower than the Fit, meaning you’re in for a more thrilling ride. The Civic Hatchback also comes with a split-folding rear seat, so normal cargo needs will be covered with ease.