Honda Fit vs Suzuki SX4
The Honda Fit is more fuel-efficient at 31 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Suzuki SX4. At EPA assumptions that is about $550 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Fit | Suzuki SX4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 447 | 106 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 35 and 9 | 4 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 62,000 miles | 56,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 31 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 22 and 30 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,150 | $2,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 447 complaints for the Honda Fit and 106 for the Suzuki SX4. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 11 for the Honda Fit, 2 for the Suzuki SX4.