Hatchback Hybrid Automatic 4x2 5-seat

Honda Fit

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Based on Honda’s global small car platform with focus on efficiency and space utilization Current version Original current-generation version Body style Hatchback
Fit 1.5 Hybrid e:HEV for buyers who want the most efficient local Fit derivative.
ZAR 380,500
On-road in
ZAR 396,066
Ex-showroom ZAR 380,500
Engine:1498cc (1.5L) Torque:253Nm (187 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:135mm (5.3″) Power:109kW (146 bhp) Boot304L (10.7 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km per litre · (US mpg)
Company Claimed 26 km/l (61 mpg)
City 24 km/l (56 mpg)
Highway 27 km/l (64 mpg)
User Reported 22–26 city / 24–28 hwy km/l Medium confidence · 25 reviews

On-road varies by dealer. Fuel figures blend manufacturer claims and South Africa owner reports — your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and how heavy your right foot is.

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Honda Fit — 1.5 Hybrid e:HEV

Fit 1.5 Hybrid e:HEV for buyers who want the most efficient local Fit derivative.

The Honda Fit 1.5 Hybrid e:HEV is the efficiency-first Fit derivative in South Africa. It keeps the compact hatchback footprint and easy urban visibility that define the model, but the hybrid system gives it a calmer and thriftier character in stop-start traffic. It is best read as a city-led hatch that still stays relaxed enough for weekend errands and ordinary family use.

Who buys this: Commuters and small families who want a compact hatch with lower running costs.

City
Excellent for urban commuting, school runs and tight parking because the compact body is easy to place.
Highway
Comfortable enough for highway mileage where the hybrid system and hatchback packaging should keep the drive calm.
Off-Road
Not intended for off-road use; it is better kept on tar and ordinary suburban roads. Buyers who travel on poor surfaces should still check tyres, clearance and traction hardware before treating this derivative as a rough-road solution.

Honda Fit — Quick Facts

Honda Fit Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
1.5 Hybrid e:HEV Top Hybrid Automatic ZAR 380,500
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1.5 Hybrid e:HEV Top Hybrid Automatic ZAR 380,500
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Honda Fit Specifications

Boot Volume
304 l
Boot Space
304 l
Towing Capacity
800 kg
Doors
5
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Seats
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Turning Radius
Not Applicable
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
135 mm
Wheelbase
2530 mm
Length
3995 mm
Width
1695 mm
Height
1515 mm
Kerb Weight
1150 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight
1550 kg
Seating Capacity
5
Width Mm
1695 mm
Turning Circle M
Not Applicable
Turning Circle
Not Applicable
Tare Mass Kg
1150 kg
Cargo Volume
304
Payload Kg
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Length Mm
3995 mm
Height Mm
1515 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
135 mm
Ground Clearance Min
135 mm
Ground Clearance Max
135 mm
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
1550 kg
Front Legroom
Not Applicable
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
Not Applicable
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
304 l
Number of Doors
5
Max Payload
Not Applicable

1.5 Hybrid e:HEV — Should You Buy It?

The right Fit if efficiency matters more than badge value.

The Fit Hybrid e:HEV should be judged on how easily it saves fuel, handles traffic and simplifies daily driving. Buyers who value low-stress commuting and compact practicality should find the hybrid brief easy to understand.

What's Good
  • Easy to park.
  • Good urban visibility.
  • Practical daily packaging.
  • Lower-stress commuting.
  • Simple ownership feel.
Watch Out For
  • Not for rough roads.
  • Rear-seat space is compact.
  • Performance is not the focus.
  • Some trims carry a price premium.

Honda Fit FAQs

The listed ground clearance for the Honda Fit is 135 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Honda Fit is 1498 cc, with output shown as 109 kW (146 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The official claimed figure shown here is around 26 km/l. Treat it as a comparison figure rather than a promise: traffic, speed, load, tyre pressure and driving style can all move real South African consumption up or down.

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