RideLust

2009 Honda Fit

When Honda spokesperson Sage Marie was asked about when the Honda Fit hybrid would be available in the US, she said it won’t be, at least not for a while.

Honda knows that Americans prefer dedicated hybrids like the Toyota Prius, and they already have a dedicated hybrid in the pipeline (2010, about $19,000) which will be based on the FCX Clarity, and a sporty hybrid coupe based on the CR-Z concept. Plus, Honda can only make so many Hybrid Fits, so it makes more sense to sell them in Japan where they will be better received, and more profitable.
Oh Well.