How far can a Honda Fit go with a full tank?
The driving range of a Honda Fit on a full tank depends on fuel economy and the size of the fuel tank. In practice, most drivers can expect roughly 350 to 450 miles per tank, with about 400 miles being a common figure for many setups.
What determines the range
The range a Fit can cover on a full tank depends on fuel economy, tank size, and how you drive. In the United States, the Fit’s fuel tank is typically around 11.3 gallons, and EPA ratings for common models place combined mileage in the mid-30s to around 40 mpg depending on year, trim, and transmission. Real-world results vary with traffic, terrain, and driving style, but the 350–450 mile window is a useful guide for planning trips.
The following ranges assume a full stock gas tank and standard driving behavior. They illustrate how different driving conditions affect total distance on one tank.
- Ideal highway driving with efficient cruising: about 460 miles (11.3 gallons × roughly 41 mpg).
- Typical mixed driving in the US market: about 360–420 miles (11.3 gallons × around 32–37 mpg).
- High-efficiency highway cruising on newer generations in favorable conditions: around 430–460 miles (11.3 gallons × 38–41 mpg).
Note: If you want the number tailored to your specific model year and trim, multiply your car’s real-world mpg by the official tank capacity for that version.
Range by generation and market
The Fit/Jazz has evolved across generations, and tank size or MPG can vary by market. The numbers below reflect typical US-market specs and widely reported figures; European and other markets often list similar tank capacities with small variations.
First generation (roughly 2007–2008 in many markets)
Estimated range: with a roughly 11.3-gallon tank and average mpg in the low to mid-30s, about 380–420 miles per full tank.
Second generation (roughly 2009–2013/2014)
Estimated range: combined mpg typically in the mid-30s; approximately 380–450 miles per tank.
Third generation (roughly 2015–2020 in the US; Jazz in many other regions)
Estimated range: combined mpg around the mid-30s, with highway efficiency often higher; roughly 410–460 miles on a full tank.
Maximizing your Honda Fit’s range
To stretch mileage per tank, adopt efficient driving habits and proper maintenance. The following tips can help you get the most miles out of every tankful.
- Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure to reduce rolling resistance.
- Lighten the load—remove unnecessary cargo and roof racks when not needed.
- Drive smoothly: steady acceleration and gradual braking improve mpg more than rapid bursts of speed.
- Use cruise control on highways to maintain a steady speed and conserve fuel.
- Avoid long idling periods; plan routes to minimize stop-and-go driving where possible.
- Keep the engine well-tuned and follow recommended maintenance intervals for optimal efficiency.
In practice, careful driving can nudge the range toward the upper end of the typical estimates, especially on highway stretches where the aerodynamics and steady speed work in your favor.
Summary
A Honda Fit on a full tank generally delivers about 350–450 miles of driving range, with many drivers landing around 400 miles under mixed conditions. The key variables are the engine/trim, transmission, and real-world fuel economy, which typically places the combined mpg in the mid-30s and highway mpg above 40 mpg for efficient cruising. With a tank around 11.3 gallons, you can estimate range by multiplying mpg by 11.3, then adjust for conditions. Note that in the US, Honda ceased new Fit sales after 2020, while Jazz versions continue in other markets with similar fuel tank sizes and efficiency profiles.
