Used Honda Fit for sale in Brooklyn, NY
The Fit left the U.S. lineup after 2020, so buying one means buying used, and a well-chosen example is one of the cheapest, most practical ways to own a car in Brooklyn. Here is how to read the trims, spot a good one, and know what it will cost to run.
Reading a used Fit listing
Almost every Fit you will find here is a third-generation car (2015–2020), and the trim badge tells you most of what you need. LX is the value base, Sport adds looks and, from 2018, standard safety tech, EX brings a sunroof and more features, and EX-L tops it with leather. Match the trim to what you actually use, then let condition and service history break the tie, because on a Fit those matter more than a few thousand miles on the odometer.
The Fit trims, compared
| Trim | Notable equipment | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| LX | Cloth seats, rearview camera, Bluetooth, steel wheels; the value base | Lowest price, simplest ownership |
| Sport (2018–2020) | Sport styling, larger wheels, paddle shifters on CVT, Honda Sensing | The look, with modern safety tech |
| EX | Power moonroof, alloy wheels, LaneWatch, keyless entry; CarPlay/Android Auto from 2018 | The sweet spot of features and price |
| EX-L | Leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, automatic climate control | The most comfort in the smallest package |
For most buyers the EX is the one to find: it adds the moonroof, alloys, and the 2018-and-later infotainment without the leather premium. If budget is the priority, an LX does everything a Fit is famous for. The best years across all trims are 2017 through 2020, with 2018 onward carrying Honda Sensing and the improved infotainment, and 2020 the most refined of the run. Every third-gen Fit uses a 130-horsepower 1.5-liter engine with a CVT or an available 6-speed manual.
A short, honest pre-purchase checklist. The Fit is dependable, so the homework is quick. Ask for the service history and, on CVT cars, confirm the transmission fluid was changed every 25,000 to 30,000 miles, that is the one maintenance item that matters most. On the 2015 launch year, which drew the most complaints of the generation, inspect a little harder. On older cars, verify the Takata airbag recall was completed, it is a free repair. We do all of this before a Fit goes on our lot, and we will hand you the report and recall history so you are not taking anything on faith.
What a used Fit costs to own
This is where the Fit quietly wins. Fuel economy runs into the high 30s and past 40 on the highway, so you fill a small tank rarely. Insurance on a subcompact is among the cheapest you can buy. Parts and routine service are inexpensive and available anywhere, and the car's reliability record means major repairs are rare when maintenance is kept up. Even the purchase itself holds its value well, because demand for cheap, practical used cars stays high. Add it up and a used Fit is close to the lowest total cost of ownership on the lot.
What makes it work here
The Fit is arguably the ideal Brooklyn car. It takes the parking spots nothing else fits, turns tightly on cramped side streets, and sees out well for parallel parking. Its "Magic Seat" folds dead flat and flips up, giving a subcompact up to 52.7 cubic feet of cargo room, so it hauls like something a size larger when you need it to. The one limitation is traction: like every Fit, it is front-wheel drive. On good all-season or winter tires it is fine in the city, but if you need all-wheel drive, the HR-V, the crossover that replaced the Fit, is the natural step up.
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 you want is already sold, we can put you in front of similarly sized used hatchbacks and subcompacts in one stop. Your trade is the lever most people underuse: on an affordable car it often covers a large share of the price, and we will appraise your car whether or not you buy from us.
Languages spoken on our team: English, Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, Georgian, Arabic, French, Urdu, Punjabi, Bengali, Uzbek, Tajik, Turkish, Haitian Creole, Polish, and beyond. Ask for a salesperson in your language when you arrive at 2740 Nostrand Avenue and we will find the right person.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Fit LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L?
LX is the value base with cloth seats and a rearview camera. Sport (2018–2020) adds sporty styling, bigger wheels, and Honda Sensing. EX adds a moonroof, alloys, LaneWatch, and, from 2018, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. EX-L tops the range with leather, heated seats, and automatic climate. The EX is the most popular balance of features and price.
Which used Fit years should I look for?
A 2017 through 2020 car is the sweet spot. 2017 was the first clean year of the third generation, 2018 added Honda Sensing and better infotainment, and 2020 is the most refined. The 2015 launch year had the most complaints, so inspect those carefully.
What should I check before buying a used Fit?
Service history first, then CVT fluid changes every 25,000 to 30,000 miles on 2015-and-later cars, and confirmation that any open recalls, including the older Takata airbag recall, are completed. The Fit is reliable, so a clean record is usually all it takes to buy with confidence.
Is a used Honda Fit expensive to own?
No, it is one of the cheapest cars to run. Fuel economy reaches the high 30s and past 40 on the highway, insurance on a subcompact is low, and parts and service are inexpensive and widely available. Its strong reliability keeps big repairs rare when maintenance is kept up.
How much can the Fit carry?
Far more than it looks. The Magic Seat folds flat and flips up, giving 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 Brooklyn.
Does the used 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.
Manual or CVT, which used Fit should I get?
Both are good. The 6-speed manual (third gen) or 5-speed manual (second gen) is the enthusiast's pick and the simplest to maintain. The CVT is smoother and far more common, and it is reliable when the fluid is changed on schedule. Choose by preference and by what is on the lot.
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. On an affordable car like the Fit, 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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