In Canada we have 3 Fit models to choose from (DX,LX,Sport). The LX comes with everything you need including AC, cruise, power, etc. and is $2200 less than the sport but does not have the sport look, sport stereo, or 15" wheels. Because I would be leasing the fit to use mostly for work I could live without the sport look and stereo but I am interested in the difference between the 14" and 15" wheels in terms of how the car handles. I have driven the LX but the dealer does not have a sport i can test. What differences is there in handling and ride quality is there between the two sizes? Does the 15" ride better over bumps or is it worse? Also, although the sport does look better i am concerned with reduced ground clearance as we do not have great roads here and we get lots of snow. How much ground clearance does the sport give up?

 

you can always get aftermarket cheap 15" wheels and tires if you
really want it later on.

as far as clearance, mine is lowered 1.5" and running 195/50/15's
which are lower profile than the 195/55/15 factory tires. im okay
with clearance for most of the snow here in the midwest.

when it snows like over 5" though, i take my legacywgn (AWD).

ps: ive yet to scrape on anything.

 

Sport package's will alway's ride firmer(that what make's it sporty) .If it's just a car to drive to work and back,and your getting the base model,you will save about 2k.so go with a 15/16 inch aftermarket wheel or you could buy a set of stock sport wheel's from the dealer.As far as the handling aspect,it's all about the weight of the wheel's and the type of tire's you use,but usually the bigger the wheel's the worse it soak's up the bump's(more wheel,less tire).Lastly,Welcome to the Fit family.

 

The DX and LX also have higher profile tires...which would make for a more comfortable ride....and cheaper tires! haha.