Honda Fit for Sale in Brooklyn, NY
Honda stopped selling the Fit new in the United States after the 2020 model year, so every Fit is a used buy now, and it remains one of the smartest small cars you can put on a Brooklyn street. Here is which years to target and how to find a good one.
Why a used Fit still makes sense
The Fit punches far above its size: a tiny footprint that parks anywhere, a clever fold-flat "Magic Seat" that swallows more cargo than cars a class larger, real-world economy in the high 30s, and Honda's reliability record underneath. Because it was discontinued, prices are reasonable and the used pool is well understood, so with the right year and a clean service history, a used Fit is one of the lowest-cost, lowest-stress ways to own a car in this city.
Which used Fit years to target
| Generation | Engine & transmission | EPA combined | What stands out | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd gen 2009–2013 |
1.5L, ~117 hp; 5-speed automatic or manual | ~31 mpg | The simplest, cheapest way in; conventional automatic, proven and easy to service | Service history, verify the Takata airbag recall is completed, normal age-related wear |
| 3rd gen 2015–2020 |
1.5L, 130 hp; CVT or 6-speed manual | ~33–36 mpg | More power and space; Honda Sensing standard on EX/EX-L from 2018; 2020 is the most refined | On CVT cars, look for fluid changes every 25,000–30,000 miles; 2015 has the most complaints |
The pick of the litter is a 2017 through 2020 third-generation car: 2017 was the first clean year of the generation, and the 2018 refresh added Honda Sensing, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, with 2020 the most polished of all. The 2015 launch year saw the most complaints, so approach it with a careful inspection. If you want the simplest possible car, an older second-gen with the conventional automatic is bulletproof and cheap, and the third-gen's optional 6-speed manual is the enthusiast's choice.
The Magic Seat is the reason to buy a Fit, and the thing to try before you do. The rear seat bottoms flip up so you can stand tall items on the floor, and the seatbacks fold dead flat, giving the third-gen Fit a class-leading 52.7 cubic feet of cargo space, more than some compact SUVs, in a car that fits any Brooklyn parking spot. Fold and unfold it in the showroom; it is the feature that makes the Fit worth choosing. On the mechanical side, our checklist is short and honest: service history, CVT fluid on 2015-and-later cars, and confirming any open recalls, including the older Takata airbag recall, are completed before the car sells.
What makes it work here
If a car were designed for Brooklyn on purpose, it would look a lot like the Fit. It is short enough to take the parking spots nothing else fits, light and tight enough to turn on any side street, and easy to see out of for parallel parking. The Magic Seat turns it into a small moving van when you need one and back into a commuter the next morning. And the fuel economy, into the high 30s and past 40 on the highway, keeps running costs about as low as a gas car gets. The only real limitation is weather traction: like every Fit, it is front-wheel drive.
Worth saying plainly: the Fit never offered all-wheel drive. On good all-season or winter tires it handles the city fine, but if all-wheel drive is non-negotiable, the HR-V, the crossover Honda built to replace the Fit, is the natural next step, with other all-wheel-drive options elsewhere in Plaza Auto Mall.
Certified, and what replaced the Fit
Because the newest Fit is a 2020, most examples have aged out of Honda's certified pre-owned program, which covers roughly the last five model years, so a used Fit is generally a straight used purchase rather than a certified one. Every Fit we sell still goes through our own inspection, and we are happy to walk you through service-contract options for added peace of mind. If you love the idea but want something newer with a warranty, the Honda HR-V is the Fit's official replacement, and the Civic Hatchback offers similar practicality with more room.
Compare the whole segment on one block
Plaza Honda sits inside Plaza Auto Mall, so a used Fit does not have to be the only car you drive that day. The group has operated on Nostrand Avenue since 1975 and brings five brands together, Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Kia, and Acura, with more than 1,000 vehicles within a seven-minute walk. If the Fit is sold when you visit, we can show you similarly sized used hatchbacks and subcompacts across those brands in one stop, with one trade appraisal and one finance office. Your trade is the lever most people underuse; we will appraise your car whether or not you buy from us.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Honda Fit still made?
Not for the United States. Honda discontinued the U.S. Fit after the 2020 model year, with the HR-V taking its place in the lineup. The Fit is still built and sold in other markets, but here it is a used-only purchase.
Which used Honda Fit years are the best to buy?
A 2017 through 2020 third-generation car is the sweet spot: 2017 was the first clean year, and the 2018 refresh added Honda Sensing, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, with 2020 the most refined. The 2015 launch year had the most complaints. Older second-gen cars (2009–2013) are the simplest and cheapest.
What is the Fit's Magic Seat, and how much cargo does it hold?
The Magic Seat is Honda's flexible rear seat: the bottoms flip up for tall items and the backs fold completely flat. That gives the third-generation Fit up to 52.7 cubic feet of cargo space, more than some compact SUVs, in a car small enough to park anywhere in the city.
Does the Honda Fit have all-wheel drive?
No. Every Fit is front-wheel drive. On good all-season or winter tires it handles New York weather without trouble; if all-wheel drive is a requirement, the HR-V is the Fit's successor and offers it, along with other all-wheel-drive options in the Plaza Auto Mall lineup.
Is the used Honda Fit reliable, and how many miles will it last?
The Fit is one of the more dependable small cars on the road and routinely passes 200,000 miles with maintenance. On 2015-and-later cars, look for CVT fluid changes every 25,000 to 30,000 miles; on older cars, confirm the Takata airbag recall is done. Service history matters more than the odometer.
Does the Fit come with a manual transmission?
Yes, on many years. Second-generation cars offered a 5-speed manual, and third-generation cars offered a 6-speed manual alongside the CVT. A manual Fit is the enthusiast's pick and the simplest to maintain, though automatics and CVTs are far more common on the used lot.
Can I buy a certified pre-owned Fit?
Rarely, because the newest Fit is a 2020 and most have aged out of Honda's certified program, which covers roughly the last five model years. Every Fit we sell still passes our own inspection, and we can discuss service-contract options. If you want a newer car with factory-backed coverage, ask about the HR-V or Civic Hatchback.
Can I trade in my current car and finance a used Fit?
Yes to both. You can get pre-approved before you visit, and we will appraise your current car whether or not you buy from us. Because the Fit is an affordable car, a current trade often covers a large share of the price.
What is Plaza Auto Mall?
A family-owned Brooklyn dealership group that has operated on Nostrand Avenue since 1975. It brings five new-car brands together, Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Kia, and Acura, along with certified pre-owned inventory from each and a multibrand used-car operation. More than 1,000 vehicles sit within a seven-minute walk, so you can cross-shop in one visit, with one trade appraisal and one finance office.
Shop a used Fit in Brooklyn this week
Plaza Honda is at 2740 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210. Call sales at (855) 528-6785 or service at (347) 284-1846. Free delivery within 25 miles. Service pickup and drop-off across the NYC metro area.
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