Honda Fit vs Nissan Cube
The Honda Fit is more fuel-efficient at 31 MPG combined, against 29 MPG for the Nissan Cube. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Fit | Nissan Cube | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 221 | 79 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 1 | 4 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 41,000 miles | 51,000 miles |
| Recalls | 12 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 31 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 35 | 27 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,150 | $2,300 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 221 complaints for the Honda Fit and 79 for the Nissan Cube. 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: 12 for the Honda Fit, 2 for the Nissan Cube.