2010 Honda Fit — Full Specifications
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The 2010 Honda Fit is an estate/wagon powered by a 1.5L 4-cyl regular gasoline engine. Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 37 mpg (UK) / 31 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 35–37 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Honda Fit workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Estate/Wagon |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 91 cu ft (2,577 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 21 cu ft (595 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 37 combined / 34 urban / 42 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 31 combined / 28 city / 35 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 178 g/km |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,150 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 3 configurations for the 2010 Honda Fit, all with the 1.5L 4-cyl engine. Combined fuel economy ranges from 29 to 31 mpg (US), or 35 to 37 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 | 30 (27/33) | 184 | $2,250 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 37 | 31 (28/35) | 178 | $2,150 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 35 | 29 (27/33) | 190 | $2,300 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 91 cubic feet (about 2,577 litres) and luggage volume at 21 cubic feet (about 595 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2010 Honda Fit
Running Costs: 2010 Honda Fit
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2010 Honda Fit at 37 mpg combined, expect roughly 983 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,150 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2010 Honda Fit Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns that include the 2010 Honda Fit (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (10), Power train (1), Engine and engine cooling (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Power train — campaign 20V770000, reported 10 December 2020. Risk: A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the…
- Air bags — campaign 19V500000, reported 27 June 2019. Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Air bags — campaign 19V502000, reported 27 June 2019. Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Air bags — campaign 19V378000, reported 16 May 2019. Risk: An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Showing the 4 most recent of 12 campaigns.
Owners have filed 184 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Honda Fit. The most-reported areas are Air bags (84), Electrical system (19), Steering (18). Complaints include 20 reported crashes, 1 reported fire, 18 reported injuries. That is well above the median of 118 complaints across the 10 Honda Fit model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2010 Honda Fit
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Air bags (10 recall campaigns · 84 owner complaints) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1 recall campaign · 16 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Electrical system (19 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Steering (18 owner complaints) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Honda Fit compare to similar estate/wagons? For context, estate/wagons in our database average around 34 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 37 mpg figure is 3 mpg better than that average. Its 178 g/km CO₂ figure is 25 g/km lower than the 203 g/km average for estate/wagons on this site. This comparison is based on 194 estate/wagons in our dataset.
Honda models in our database average about 35 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2010 Honda Fit's 37 mpg is 2 mpg above that make average. Its 178 g/km CO₂ figure is 19 g/km lower than the 197 g/km Honda average.
Of the 10 Honda Fit model years we cover, the 2010 ranks 7th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (37 mpg UK combined, against a high of 43 mpg). See every Honda Fit year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2010 Honda Fit have?
It's fitted with a 1.5L 4-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 5-spd transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Honda Fit?
The most efficient configuration returns around 37 mpg (UK) combined, or 31 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 35 to 37 mpg.
How much does the 2010 Honda Fit cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,150 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2010 Honda Fit have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns that include the 2010 Honda Fit (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (10), Power train (1), Engine and engine cooling (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2010 Honda Fit?
Among the 184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Air bags (84 complaints), Electrical system (19 complaints), Steering (18 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2010 Honda Fit have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 91 cubic feet (about 2,577 litres) and luggage volume at 21 cubic feet (about 595 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Honda Fit's fuel economy good for an estate/wagon?
Yes — it returns around 37 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 34 mpg among the estate/wagons we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.