Mazda Verisa vs Honda Fit Comparison

The Mazda Verisa and Honda Fit are subcompact hatchbacks built by the Japanese automotive giants Mazda and Honda. The Verisa was produced from 2004 to 2015 when its production was halted, while the Honda Fit’s production started in 2001 and continues to the present. In this article, we will compare the Verisa and Fit side-by-side, emphasizing prices, engine performance, and fuel consumption. Please follow through.

Best Suited for

Mazda Verisa

• The Mazda Verisa has a superior ground clearance compared to other cars in its category making it a desirable car for places where the roads are rough.
• The Verisa has unique and great looks, which create a wow effect. It is a great car for those who want their presence to be felt.
• The Verisa is a good car for stylish young adults as their first car due to low maintenance cost, looks, and efficiency.

Honda Fit

• The interior of the Honda Fit is magically spacious making it a suitable car for those who need that much cabin space.
• The Fit is an efficient car, especially the hybrid models, making it desirable for drivers who want to reduce trips to the gas station and carbon output.
• The owner’s review of the Fit regarding reliability, and durability is very positive, making it a good choice for those who want a dependable car.
• For families with small children, the spacious interior of the Fit can be useful.

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Mazda Verisa vs Honda Fit Side-by-Side Comparison

	Mazda Verisa	Honda Fit
Generations	Four	One
Production Year	2001 – Present	2004 – 2015
Engine Performance	90 – 130 hp	111 hp
Fuel Consumption	15 – 27 km/L	17 km/L
Drivetrain	FWD, AWD	FWD
Key Features	・DVD/CD Player ・Reverse Camera ・Power Windows ・Keyless Entry ・A/C ・Power Steering ・ABS ・Airbag	・Power Steering ・Keyless Entry ・Airbag ・Alloy Wheels ・Power Window ・A/C ・ABS ・CD Player
Seating Capacity	20 km/l – 22.2 km/l	20 km/l – 21.7 km/l

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Mazda Verisa Price

Mazda Verisa 2010	US$ 710 – US$ 3,750
Mazda Verisa 2012	US$ 1,210 – US$ 5,850
Mazda Verisa 2015	US$ 4,510 – US$ 5,410

Honda Fit Price

Honda Fit 2015	US$ 2,690 – US$16,720
Honda Fit 2016	US$ 3,520 – US$10,000
Honda Fit 2017	US$ 4,000 – US$16,710

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Exterior

Mazda Verisa

• The exterior dimensions of the Verisa are 3975 mm long, 1695 mm wide, and 1530 mm tall. Its wheelbase is 1490 mm and ground clearance is 155 mm.
• The Mazda Verisa has a compact, boxy design with slightly curvy edges, giving it a sporty and vigorous appearance.
• The rear design is not as slanted as other hatchbacks, giving it a unique look from the back. The wide side-hinged tailgate allows for easy loading and unloading.
• The side profile features chrome door handles, body-colored side mirrors, and alloy wheels.

Honda Fit

The Honda Fit’s exterior dimensions are 4110 mm long, 1752 mm wide, and a height of 1565 mm. Its compact nature makes it an ideal vehicle for urban maneuvers.

Its minimalistic and functional style is a function of the front fascia, it features a small simple grille with the ‘H’ chrome Honda emblem flanked by expressive LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, and a simple low-lying bumper.

The side profile features prominent creases running the length of the car with aerodynamic body-colored wing mirrors fixed on the doors, and 15-inch alloy wheels.

At the rear, it features a tall tailgate with a spoiler atop, a large window glass for excellent rearward visibility, and LED taillights.

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Interior

Mazda Verisa

• Five comfortable and supportive seats covered in semi-aniline leather or cloth upholstery.
• Four passengers will sit comfortably, and the fifth occupying the rear center seat will struggle for legroom due to the protruding transmission tunnel.
•  Interior features include an A/C with easy-to-control rotary knobs within reach, a CD player, and an AM/FM radio.
• Chubby storage options include a glove box, cupholders, door pockets, a center bin, and jacket seat pockets.

Honda Fit

• The Fit has a spacious cabin with five comfortable, and supportive seats providing enough leg, knee, and foot room.
• The latest Fit features a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto for seamless smartphone connectivity, Bluetooth, two USB ports, a rear type-C charger, and navigation.
• Interior storage options include a glove box, cupholders, jacket seat pockets, door pockets, and a deep center console bin.
• The Fit’s Magic Seat feature is truly magical, it allows the bottom cushions of the rear seats to be flipped up, creating room for carrying taller items while still accommodating rear passengers. The rear seats can fold flat to unleash 1492 liters of cargo space.

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Fuel Consumption & Engine

Mazda Verisa

Throughout its production, the Mazda Verisa has been fitted with the same engine.

• The 1.5-liter (ZY-VE) I4 petrol engine produces 111 hp, and has a fuel consumption rating of 17 km/L.

This engine transfers power to the front wheels via an automatic transmission. FWD is standard, and electronic four-wheel drive (e4WD) is available.

Honda Fit

The Honda Fit has utilized several engines in its four generations, here we take a look at some of them.

• The 1.3-liter (L13A) i-DSI 4-cylinder petrol engine produces 100 HP with a fuel consumption rating of 18.18 km/L.
• The 1.5-liter (L15A) i-VTEC 4-cylinder petrol engine produces 128 HP with a fuel consumption rating of 15 km/L.
• The 1.5-liter (LEB) DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder petrol paired with a motor hybrid produces 108 hp with a fuel consumption rating of 34 km/L

These engines send power to the wheels via a 5- or 6-speed automatic/manual, 7-speed DCT, CVT, or e-CVT transmission.

Writer’s Perspective

The Mazda Verisa and Honda Fit belong to the same car category but are built for different purposes. The Verisa is smaller compared to the Fit but looks more stylish, has better ground clearance making it a great car for those who want to make a statement as they move, and those who frequent areas where the superior ground clearance is of significance. The Honda Fit on the other hand is practical and versatile, its spacious interior can be very useful for families who travel with many items, surfers or bikers for carrying their surfboards and bikes, and those who may need to carry tall items by utilizing the ‘Magic Seat’ option.

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FAQ

Is the Mazda Verisa a reliable car?

The Mazda Verisa is a reliable car, its mechanical parts are not prone to failure, its built quality is exemplary with no reported broken parts, and all that is required is to take good care of it or else like any car, if not well taken care of, it will break.

Is the Mazda Verisa good for long distances?

Yes, the Mazda Verisa is a good car for long journeys, its engine is efficient, reliable, and capable to undertake such tasks. But only recommended for four occupants in long distance travels as the rear middle seat does not have ample legroom due to the protrusion of the transmission tunnel.

Is the Honda Fit a good car?

Yes, the Honda Fit is a good car, practical, versatile, and dependable. Its mechanical parts are robust, and its build quality is solid. Every Fit release has received favorable reviews from critics and owners, and it also holds a good resale value.

What Hybrid options does the Honda Fit have?

The first Fit Hybrid was unveiled in 2010 and has kept evolving since. Below is a brief description of the power plants.

・The first Fit hybrid paired a 1.3-liter (LDA-MF6) I4 petrol engine with an electric motor. It has an estimated fuel consumption of 30 km/L.

・The second Fit hybrid paired a 1.5-liter (LEB) DOHC i-VTEC petrol engine with an electric motor powered by lithium-ion batteries charged by a regenerative braking system. This setup enables a significant EV-only range. This system has a fuel consumption of 31.4 km/L.

・The latest Fit hybrid pairs a 1.5-liter (LEB-H5) DOHC i-VTEC petrol engine with a dual-motor i-MMD (Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive) system. This system has a fuel consumption of 34 km/L.

Final Verdict

We have done a side-by-side review of the Mazda Verisa and Honda Fit, and now we have concluded that these two are all nice cars but built for different purposes.
The Mazda Verisa is stylish, smaller but taller, its compact interior makes it suitable for four passengers on long journeys, and its cargo area can accommodate several carry-on bags. Its superior ground clearance gives it an SUV-ish characteristic enabling it to traverse harsh conditions unharmed.
The Honda Fit’s biggest selling point is its spacious cabin and Magic Seat, these features make it a practical, and versatile car of choice for those who want a hatchback with generous space.