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2020 Honda Fit: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2020 Honda Fit is a simplified four-trim lineup after three specialized versions were dropped. The engine, styling, cabin technology, and overall design otherwise carry over, making this a lightly changed final U.S. model year.
About the 2020 Honda Fit
3rd gen (2015-2020 U.S.), final U.S. model year after the 2018 refresh.
Honda positions the Fit as a small 5-door hatchback that does much more than its size suggests. Its core appeal is space efficiency: easy city parking on the outside, surprisingly useful passenger and cargo room on the inside, and the Magic Seat system that lets it handle bulky, tall, or long items unusually well for a subcompact. Honda also leans on simple fuel-efficient running, approachable controls, and available smartphone-friendly tech, making the Fit a practical everyday car for commuters and active owners who need one vehicle to cover a lot of jobs.
The 2020 Fit ranges from the utility-focused LX with its flexible Magic Seat to the Sport with bolder body trim, a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. EX adds the Honda Sensing driver-assist suite and a moonroof, while EX-L brings leather-trimmed heated front seats and heated mirrors.
What changed, by category
Safety
The separate LX with Honda Sensing and Sport with Honda Sensing versions were dropped. Honda Sensing remains standard on EX and EX-L.
Tech
The EX-L with Navigation version was dropped, leaving EX-L as the sole leather-trimmed model.
2020 Honda Fit specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 1.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 31 mpg | 29 mpg | 31 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 36 mpg | 36 mpg | 36 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Horsepower | 128 hp | 128 hp | 128 hp | 128 hp |
| Torque | 113 lb-ft | 113 lb-ft | 113 lb-ft | 113 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 52.7 cu-ft | 52.7 cu-ft | 52.7 cu-ft | 52.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39.3 in | 39.3 in | 39.3 in | 39.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Honda Fit?
The biggest change is a simpler lineup. The EX-L with Navigation, LX with Honda Sensing, and Sport with Honda Sensing versions were dropped, leaving LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L as the four core trims.
Was the 2020 Honda Fit redesigned?
No, the 2020 Honda Fit was not redesigned. It keeps the third-generation body, 2018-era styling, 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, and flexible Magic Seat cabin.
Does every 2020 Honda Fit have Honda Sensing?
No, Honda Sensing is not fitted to every 2020 Fit. It is standard on EX and EX-L, while the separate LX and Sport versions equipped with the safety suite were dropped for 2020.
Is 2020 the last U.S. model year for the Honda Fit?
Yes, 2020 is the Honda Fit’s final U.S. model year. Honda discontinued the Fit in the United States after this model year.
Is the 2020 Honda Fit meaningfully different from the 2019 model?
No, the 2020 Fit is not meaningfully different in its hardware or major features. Its main distinction is the simplified trim range, so condition, mileage, and equipment matter more when comparing used 2019 and 2020 examples.
2020 Honda Fit Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Honda Fit.
4.2
2020 Honda Fit
(743 reviews)
“It's good if you want it to be versatile for camping, moving furniture, or road trips. The worst part about it is the pickup when you're trying to get on the highway.”
“A well, reliable, non-luxury vehicle with excellent cargo handling capacity and flexible seating configuration”