Honda Fit vs. Mazda Mazda5
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Fit and Mazda Mazda5 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda Fit and the Mazda Mazda5.
In comparing the Honda Fit's and the Mazda Mazda5's specifications and ratings, the Honda Fit has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Mazda Mazda5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Honda Fit's and the Mazda Mazda5's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda5 is a better car than the Honda Fit.
Pricing: A used 2015 Honda Fit ranges from $8,350 to $16,997 while a used 2015 Mazda Mazda5 is priced between $6,923 to $15,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Fit’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Mazda Mazda5 base engine makes 157 horsepower. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Mazda5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 445 miles.This gives the Honda Fit the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mazda Mazda5 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Mazda Mazda5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Honda Fit, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Honda Fit has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$15,650
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$16,447
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,990 - $25,700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$21,240
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$24,305
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$20,720 - $29,995
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,770
Price Range:
$8,350 - $16,997
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$10,531
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$7,830 - $17,875
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
191
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
96,358
# Good or Great Deals:
88
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,194
Price Range:
$6,923 - $15,997
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$13,198
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$10,552 - $19,124
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
22
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
97,965
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Honda Fit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda Mazda5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Fit
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.1 - 4.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
18.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda Mazda5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.2 - 9.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 11.1
Honda Fit Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
32 out of / 43Mazda Mazda5 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Fit Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX
Mazda Mazda5 Trim Levels
Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
157 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
163 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
307 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 445 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
112.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
142.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2513 lbs
Width:
67 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
160 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3457 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Aegean Blue Metallic
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Red
Milano Red
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
White Orchid Pearl
Yellow
Mystic Yellow Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Jet Black Mica
Blue
Deep Crystal Blue Mica
Gray
Meteor Gray Mica
Red
Zeal Red Mica
Silver
Liquid Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Sand
