Is the Honda Fit Bigger Than the Toyota Yaris Hatchback?

Is the Honda Fit bigger than the Toyota Yaris Hatchback? The 2020 models are almost identical in exterior length: the Fit is 161.4 inches and the Yaris Hatchback is 161.6 inches. The Fit is slightly wider and taller, and its 39.3 inches of rear legroom and 52.7-cubic-foot maximum cargo area make it substantially more flexible inside.

2020 Fit vs. Yaris Hatchback Dimensions

Measurement	Honda Fit	Toyota Yaris Hatchback
Length	161.4 in	161.6 in
Width	67.0 in	66.7 in
Height	60.0 in	58.9 in
Wheelbase	99.6 in	101.2 in
Front legroom	41.4 in	41.9 in
Rear legroom	39.3 in	33.4 in
Cargo behind rear seat	16.6 cu ft	15.9 cu ft

Honda publishes 52.7 cubic feet for the Fit with the rear seats folded. Toyota’s U.S. launch material emphasizes 15.9 cubic feet behind the Yaris rear seat but does not provide a directly equivalent maximum figure in the same source, so an expanded-cargo comparison should not be invented using different methods.

Which Feels Bigger Inside?

The Fit feels much larger for rear passengers. Its tall roof and under-front-seat fuel-tank placement help produce nearly six more inches of published rear legroom. The Yaris gives the front row slightly more legroom and has a longer wheelbase, but its lower roof and tighter second row create a more conventional small-hatchback cabin.

Which Has More Cargo Flexibility?

With all seats upright, the Fit leads narrowly at 16.6 versus 15.9 cubic feet. The bigger advantage is the 60/40 Magic Seat: the seatbacks fold, the cushions lift for tall items and one section can remain available for a passenger. The Yaris uses a conventional split-folding rear seat.

Which Is Easier to Park?

They are effectively the same length and width, so both work well in cities. Visibility, camera equipment, wheel design and the driver’s familiarity matter more than the 0.2-inch length difference.

Fuel Economy

2020 version	City	Highway	Combined
Fit LX CVT	33	40	36
Fit other CVT trims	31	36	33
Yaris Hatchback automatic	32	40	35

The most efficient Fit edges the Yaris by one combined mpg; other Fit trims rate below it. Real results depend on route, temperature, tires and condition.

Which Is More Powerful?

The 2020 U.S. Fit produces 130 horsepower from its 1.5-liter engine. The Mazda-based Yaris Hatchback produces 106 horsepower. Acceleration also depends on transmission, load and road conditions.

Which Is Better for Families?

The Fit usually wins for rear legroom, child-seat access and irregular cargo. Its rear bench remains narrow, so three child restraints or three adults must be tested. The Yaris may suit a one- or two-person household that rarely carries adults in back.

Which Should You Buy?

• Choose the Fit for rear space and Magic Seat flexibility.
• Choose the Yaris Hatchback for compact dimensions, a conventional six-speed automatic and Mazda-based driving feel.
• Choose the better individual car when one has substantially better records, condition and inspection results.

Used-Car Checklist

1. Start both cars cold and drive them fully warm.
2. Review oil and transmission service.
3. Inspect corrosion, water entry and crash repairs.
4. Install required child seats and load regular cargo.
5. Check A/C, warning lights, locks and seat mechanisms.
6. Run VIN recall checks and obtain independent inspections.

Related Guides

• Toyota equivalents to the Honda Fit
• Honda Fit passenger space
• Honda Fit cargo space

Sources and Method

AutoZonic compared final U.S. model years using Honda’s official specifications and Toyota’s Yaris Hatchback launch information. Measurements are labeled by year and equivalent cargo figures are not invented where manufacturers use different reporting. Reviewed August 2, 2026.

• Honda 2020 Fit Specifications
• Toyota 2020 Yaris Hatchback

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fit longer?

No. The Yaris is 0.2 inch longer, which is negligible in normal use.

Which has more rear legroom?

The Fit: 39.3 inches versus 33.4 inches.

Which has more cargo space with seats up?

The Fit leads slightly, 16.6 versus 15.9 cubic feet.