Does the Honda Fit Get Good Gas Mileage? MPG Guide

Does the Honda Fit get good gas mileage? Yes. The 2020 U.S. Fit is EPA-rated at 29–33 mpg city, 36–40 mpg highway and 31–36 mpg combined, depending on trim and transmission. The most efficient version is the LX CVT at 33 city/40 highway/36 combined mpg.

Honda Fit MPG by Version

2020 version	City	Highway	Combined
LX CVT	33	40	36
Sport, EX and EX-L CVT	31	36	33
LX and Sport manual	29	36	31

Honda lists a 10.6-gallon tank and regular unleaded fuel. EPA values are comparison ratings, not a promise for every trip.

Is That Good?

A 31–36 mpg combined rating is strong for a non-hybrid gasoline hatchback of its era. The Fit also delivers useful rear-seat and cargo space without crossover weight. Newer hybrids can use less fuel, so compare purchase price and total ownership cost as well as MPG.

Why Actual MPG Varies

• Short cold trips keep the engine in warm-up operation.
• High highway speed sharply increases aerodynamic drag.
• Low tire pressure and poor alignment increase resistance.
• Winter weather, defroster use and winter fuel reduce economy.
• Roof racks, heavy cargo and stop-and-go traffic use more fuel.
• Dragging brakes, misfires and sensor faults can lower MPG.

How to Measure Real MPG

1. Fill to the first automatic pump shutoff.
2. Reset the trip odometer.
3. Drive normally.
4. Refill at a similar pump position.
5. Divide miles driven by gallons added.
6. Average at least three tanks.

The dashboard display is useful for trends but can differ from pump calculations.

Does Premium Gas Help?

No meaningful economic benefit is expected. U.S. Fits are designed for regular unleaded. Premium octane and detergent quality are different; Top Tier regular gasoline can provide the recommended detergent package without buying premium. Follow the exact owner’s manual.

Estimated Range

Using the 10.6-gallon tank, the official combined ratings equal about 329 miles at 31 mpg, 350 miles at 33 mpg and 382 miles at 36 mpg. Drivers refill before using every gallon, so practical distance is normally lower. See Honda Fit Full-Tank Range.

Fuel-Cost Formula

Annual fuel cost = annual miles ÷ measured MPG × price per gallon. For example, 10,000 miles at 36 mpg and $3.50 per gallon is about $972. Replace those inputs with your own mileage and local fuel price.

Is There a U.S. Fit Hybrid?

No hybrid Fit was sold in the final 2015–2020 U.S. generation. Overseas Fit/Jazz hybrid figures use different powertrains and test cycles. There was also no official 2023 U.S. Honda Fit.

Used-Car MPG Checklist

• Confirm year, trim, transmission and tire size.
• Check tire pressure, age and uneven wear.
• Scan engine and transmission modules.
• Review plugs, filters and transmission-fluid history.
• Check for dragging brakes or poor alignment.
• Compare several pump-calculated tanks.

Sources and Review

AutoZonic reviewed Honda’s official 2020 specification table and EPA-based ratings and kept U.S. gasoline data separate from overseas hybrids. Unsupported claims and hotlinked images were removed. Reviewed August 2, 2026.

• Honda 2020 Fit Specifications
• U.S. Fuel Economy

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Honda Fit get 40 mpg?

Yes. The 2020 LX CVT is rated at 40 highway mpg, though combined everyday driving is usually lower.

Which Fit gets the best MPG?

The 2020 LX CVT, rated at 33 city, 40 highway and 36 combined mpg.

Does premium improve MPG?

Not enough to justify its price in a normal U.S. Fit. Use Honda’s specified regular fuel.