BMW i3 vs Honda Fit
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Honda Fit
Overview
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Honda FitLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | LX |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Honda FitLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,450 | $16,190 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Honda FitLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 36 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 113 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 153 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 42 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 7 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 10.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Honda FitLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 168 hp (best) | 130 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 114 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 1.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Honda FitLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 36.9 cu ft | 52.7 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,972 lbs | 2,522 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in (best) | 99.6 in |
| Length | 158.3 in | 161.4 in (best) |
| Width | 69.9 in (best) | 67 in |
| Height | 62.9 in (best) | 60 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Honda FitLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW i3 | Honda Fit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $44,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $16,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $48,300 MSRP | LX $16,990 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Sport $17,600 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Sport $18,400 MSRP |
| 5 | — | EX $19,060 MSRP |
| 6 | — | EX-L $20,620 MSRP |