2008 Honda Fit Sport

The 2008 Honda Fit Sport represents a step up from the base model. This “subcompact” car has been a good seller on the American market for several years.

Both Honda Fit models, the Base model and the Sport, are powered by a 109 horsepower engine. The 2008 Fit Sport gets an EPA estimated 27/33 miles per gallon (cty/hwy) with the automatic transmission, where a manual transmission edges MPG up to 28/34 according to manufacturer specs.

The Honda Fit Sport package starts with what's in the base model: air conditioning, power locks and windows, and Honda's MagicSeat storage system, as well as blue backlit gages for style in the interior. For audio, drivers can take advantage of a 200-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 6 speakers. MP3 capability and Speed Sensitive Volume Control are standard. The Fit Sport package also adds a security system with remote entry, fog lights, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, as well as other unique features. Buyers of the 2008 Honda Fit Sport also get all of the standard Honda safety gear that the brand is known for: anti-lock brakes (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), and a tire pressure monitoring system, as well as dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags and a high design body structure, protect drivers and passengers.

The 2008 Honda Fit Sport has a lot of the features that Honda offers in successive models, for 2009 and beyond. That makes this an interesting buy for Honda fans looking in a model year range. Ask your local dealer about the 2008 Honda Fit Sport and whether it’s available near you.

The standard features of the Honda Fit Sport include:

• 1.5L I-4 109HP engine
• 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive
• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
• side seat mounted airbags
• curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags
• airbag occupancy sensor
• air conditioning
• 15" alloy wheels
• cruise control
• power mirrors
• power windows