Honda Fit vs. Scion xA
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Fit and Scion xA 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 Scion xA.
When comparing the Honda Fit's and the Scion xA's specifications and ratings, the Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Scion xA has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Honda Fit's and the Scion xA's specifications and ratings, the Honda Fit is a better car than the Scion xA.
Pricing: A used 2020 Honda Fit ranges from $15,966 to $22,996 while a used 2006 Scion xA is priced between $2,967 to $8,498.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Fit’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Scion xA base engine makes 103 horsepower. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 382 miles. The xA is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 374 miles. This gives the Honda Fit the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Scion xA. The Fit uses regular unleaded, and the xA uses gasoline.
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:
$16,190
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$18,643
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$13,400 - $30,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$13,360
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$19,501
Price Range:
$15,966 - $22,996
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$17,709
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$12,372 - $25,883
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
96
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
47,142
# Good or Great Deals:
39
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,458
Price Range:
$2,967 - $8,498
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
144,462
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Honda Fit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Scion xA 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):
9.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
6.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
3.9 - 9.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
18.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Scion xA
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:
8.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1 - 8.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
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 / 43Scion xA Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Fit Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX, Sport
Scion xA Trim Levels
Base
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:
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:
103 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
101 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 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 / 36 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
307 / 382 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
27 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
297 / 374 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
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
Navigation System:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
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:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Air Suspension:
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
Navigation System:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Overall Interior Volume:
112.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2522 lbs
Width:
67 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
161.4 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2340 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
60.2 inches
Length:
154.1 inches
Wheelbase:
93.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
185/60R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R15
Exterior Colors
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Gray
Flint Mica
Silver
Silver Streak Mica
Black
Black Sand Pearl
Blue
Indigo Ink Pearl / Stingray Metallic
Red
Salsa Red Pearl
White
Polar White
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Charcoal cloth
