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Notable features

New for 2013
All-electric hatchback
Estimated driving range of 76 miles in mixed driving
Recharges in as little as three hours on 240-volt electrical source
Available for lease of $399 per month in select states

The good & the bad

The good

Quick recharge time
Interior space and amenities
Distinctive appearance

The bad

Loss of regular Fit's versatile Magic Seat
Limited availability

Expert 2013 Honda Fit EV review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

Honda adds an all-electric car to its lineup with the launch of the five-seat Fit EV. It’s based on the gas-powered Fit subcompact hatchback, but it features an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack that’s expected to yield a driving range of 76 miles on a single charge in combined city and highway driving. Unlike its chief competitor, the Nissan Leaf, the Fit EV will only be available for lease, with payments expected to be $399 per month.

The Fit EV hits dealerships in California and Oregon in summer 2012 before becoming available on the East Coast in early 2013.
Exterior
The Fit EV received styling changes that give it a unique, distinctive appearance. It starts up front, where the regular Fit’s grille has been swapped for a solid panel and a chrome bar that gives the hatchback a bit of a grin. Changes to the rear include a hood-like spoiler that’s quite a bit larger than the one on the Fit Sport and sharp corners on the sides of the bumper like those on the Toyota Prius. Exterior features include:

  • Offered in one color, Reflection Blue Pearl
  • EV decals on the side and EV badge on the liftgate

Interior
The cockpit is familiar, but there’s a new instrument cluster with a digital speedometer centered between a power/charge indicator and a battery gauge in the style of a traditional gas gauge. Choosing Normal, Sport or Econ modes changes the digital screen’s accent color in addition to the driving characteristics.

The transformation into an electric car has consequences in the cabin, as the Fit EV loses one of the gas model’s signature features: the Magic Seat second row. That seat folds flat with the cargo floor or flips up like the backseat in an extended-cab pickup truck. In the Fit EV, the lithium-ion battery is packaged under the front and rear seats, and instead of the Magic Seat there’s just a traditional folding backseat, and it doesn’t fold flat with the cargo floor. Interior features include:

  • Coaching feature designed to help the driver maximize the Fit EV’s driving range
  • Electric air conditioning
  • Fabric seat upholstery
  • Interactive remote shows battery charge and cabin temperature and offers basic charging controls when within 100 feet of the car
  • Smartphone can control charging and cabin-temperature conditioning
  • Navigation system with public charging locations and traffic info

Under the Hood
The Fit EV has a 92-kilowatt electric motor powered by a 20-kilowatt lithium-ion battery pack. Honda expects a combined driving range of 76 miles on a single charge.

The Fit EV has a 6.6-kilowatt onboard charger for shorter charging times; with a 240-volt electrical source, fully recharging the battery could take as little as three hours. The Fit EV also uses regenerative braking.
Safety
Honda says the Fit EV will have at least as many safety features as the gas-powered Fit, which comes standard with antilock brakes, side-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain airbags and an electronic stability system.

2013 Honda Fit EV review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

Honda adds an all-electric car to its lineup with the launch of the five-seat Fit EV. It’s based on the gas-powered Fit subcompact hatchback, but it features an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack that’s expected to yield a driving range of 76 miles on a single charge in combined city and highway driving. Unlike its chief competitor, the Nissan Leaf, the Fit EV will only be available for lease, with payments expected to be $399 per month.

The Fit EV hits dealerships in California and Oregon in summer 2012 before becoming available on the East Coast in early 2013.
Exterior
The Fit EV received styling changes that give it a unique, distinctive appearance. It starts up front, where the regular Fit’s grille has been swapped for a solid panel and a chrome bar that gives the hatchback a bit of a grin. Changes to the rear include a hood-like spoiler that’s quite a bit larger than the one on the Fit Sport and sharp corners on the sides of the bumper like those on the Toyota Prius. Exterior features include:

  • Offered in one color, Reflection Blue Pearl
  • EV decals on the side and EV badge on the liftgate

Interior
The cockpit is familiar, but there’s a new instrument cluster with a digital speedometer centered between a power/charge indicator and a battery gauge in the style of a traditional gas gauge. Choosing Normal, Sport or Econ modes changes the digital screen’s accent color in addition to the driving characteristics.

The transformation into an electric car has consequences in the cabin, as the Fit EV loses one of the gas model’s signature features: the Magic Seat second row. That seat folds flat with the cargo floor or flips up like the backseat in an extended-cab pickup truck. In the Fit EV, the lithium-ion battery is packaged under the front and rear seats, and instead of the Magic Seat there’s just a traditional folding backseat, and it doesn’t fold flat with the cargo floor. Interior features include:

  • Coaching feature designed to help the driver maximize the Fit EV’s driving range
  • Electric air conditioning
  • Fabric seat upholstery
  • Interactive remote shows battery charge and cabin temperature and offers basic charging controls when within 100 feet of the car
  • Smartphone can control charging and cabin-temperature conditioning
  • Navigation system with public charging locations and traffic info

Under the Hood
The Fit EV has a 92-kilowatt electric motor powered by a 20-kilowatt lithium-ion battery pack. Honda expects a combined driving range of 76 miles on a single charge.

The Fit EV has a 6.6-kilowatt onboard charger for shorter charging times; with a 240-volt electrical source, fully recharging the battery could take as little as three hours. The Fit EV also uses regenerative braking.
Safety
Honda says the Fit EV will have at least as many safety features as the gas-powered Fit, which comes standard with antilock brakes, side-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain airbags and an electronic stability system.

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
10 years old or newer from their original in-service date at the time of sale.
Basic
100 days / 5,000 miles
Dealer certification
112 point inspection

Consumer reviews

5.0 / 5
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
  • Fit Electric is amazing

    This is an amazing, award winning electric car. It's collectible if you can find one. It drives very smoothly and quietly.
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    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2013 Honda Fit EV?

The 2013 Honda Fit EV is available in 1 trim level:

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Is the 2013 Honda Fit EV reliable?

The 2013 Honda Fit EV has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2013 Honda Fit EV owners.

Is the 2013 Honda Fit EV a good Hatchback?

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5.0 / 5
Based on 1 reviews
  • Comfort: 5.0
  • Interior: 4.0
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 5.0
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