Honda Fit vs. Nissan Versa Note

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Fit and Nissan Versa Note 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 Nissan Versa Note.

In comparing the Honda Fit's and the Nissan Versa Note's specifications and ratings, the Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Nissan Versa Note has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Honda Fit's and the Nissan Versa Note's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa Note is a better car than the Honda Fit.

Pricing: A used 2019 Honda Fit ranges from $13,444 to $21,996 while a used 2019 Nissan Versa Note is priced between $8,433 to $15,997.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Fit loses 19.9 percent of its value and the Nissan Versa Note loses 34.9 percent of its value. This means the Honda Fit retains 15 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Versa Note.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Fit’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Nissan Versa Note base engine makes 109 horsepower. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 382 miles. The Versa Note is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 421 miles. This gives the Nissan Versa Note the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Fit. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan Versa Note has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Honda Fit, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Fit has higher safety ratings than the Nissan Versa Note, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.