2017 Honda Fit vs 2017 Nissan Versa Note

For drivers with changing cargo needs looking for a fuel-efficient small car for the daily commute, a subcompact hatchback may hit all the right notes. When you pit the 2017 Honda Fit vs the 2017 Nissan Versa Note, both of these models offer fuel-sipping sensibilities and a surprising amount of cargo space. However, when you look at the top trims of both of these models, it is easy to see that the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L offers several advantages over the 2017 Nissan Versa Note SL.

While both of these subcompact four-door hatchbacks have seating for five passengers, the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L delivers significantly more cargo space. With the rear seats folded down the Honda hatchback can offer up to 52.7 cubic feet of room for transporting luggage and cargo. In contrast, the 2017 Nissan Versa Note SL tops out at just 38.3 cubic feet of maximum cargo space. The 2017 Honda Fit EX-L also offers 130 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque with its 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which is more engine output than is available from the 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine on the Nissan model.

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2017 Honda Fit EX-L vs 2017 Nissan Versa Note SL
52.7 cubic feet Max. Cargo Space 38.3 cubic feet
130 hp, 114 lb-ft Engine Output 109 hp, 107 lb-ft
Leather Upholstery Premium Cloth
6 Speakers 4

Features on the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L

Both the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L and the 2017 Nissan Versa Note SL represent an elite trim level in their respect model lineups. However, time and again the Honda small car offers more attractive features. This trim level comes standard with a six speaker sound system and leather upholstery, while the 2017 Nissan Versa Note SL has just four speakers and premium cloth seating. The 2017 Fit EX-L also comes standard with Honda LaneWatch, while the 2017 Nissan Versa Note SL has a 360-degree camera system.

Either subcompact hatchback in this 2017 Honda Fit vs 2017 Nissan Versa Note comparison can offer vehicle shoppers an efficient and attractive vehicle with a surprising amount of available cargo space. However, we like the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L for its extra comfort and feature advantages. To learn more about this comparison, or to test drive a 2017 Honda Fit in Oklahoma City OK, contact a member of the Battison Honda sales team today.

2017 Honda Fit EX-L with a potted plant in the rear seat
steering wheel and dashboard of the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L
headlight close-up of the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L
interior seating of the 2017 Honda Fit EX-L