We are one of only a few in Northern Ireland to have one. Our town seems to have quite a few Prius around. See lots of people staring at me, as I pass them on the M2, smug faced and not worried about the MPG going down anytime soon! Highly Reccomend. Version es. Average annual mileage 15, — 19, There seems to be quite a lot of negative feeling about the Honda Insight not sure why? I purchased the car to avoid roadtax and enjoy better fuel economy, it does both functions extremely well and I am enjoying on average 20mpg more than my previous Honda accord its well built reliable cheap to service and well warranted.
Apart from a puncture there have been no problems during my ownership. Version HE - model. I use the car fro long distance holidays as well as nipping to the shops.
I cannot fault the car. Having had an Accord for 10 years and , on the clock. I know I wanted another Honda. Now retired and wanting something smaller and more economical I had a test drive in 3 before I settled on this one, an ex. Naturally it's lighter in weight and in build quality. However it is quiet, smooth and the acceleration is absolutely fine.
In truth, I find the ride more comfortable that the accord which had 17" Alloys and low profile tyres. It can keep up with most cars on the motorway. Version ES-T, 1. Good car but can't get 62 mpg as honda suggest, i get 52 mpg. Version g. A good product which up yill now has performed according to the spec.
A good hybrid vehicle. It is cheap to own and has enough safety features to protect my young daughter. It is extremely quiet and has a high level of equipment. Version EX. This is my second insight. My last one did over 55, miles and I part exchanged it for a newer low mileage top of the range model.
This latest model has all the usual goodies installed and up to now I have always found the Insight to be ideal for me. Very reliable, comfortable and ample room for four people. I am not a "performance" driver so my reasonably leisurely driving style seems to be ideally suited to the Insight. If you are not in a hurry to get anywhere I think this is a great car.
Plus its tax free, reasonable cheap to insure, and fairly low on petrol consumption and with Honda reliability as another bonus.
Ver5y good for the kind of kourneys I make. I rate my insight better than the critics say. After all we are not all petrolheads! Insight Insight hatchback Cars. Most Popular. Tips and advice 4 Nov Top 10 best luxury cars Luxury cars 29 Oct Ford Focus hatchback 5 Nov View All. Car dashboard warning lights: the complete guide. Tips and advice 10 Aug Electric car charging stations: a complete guide. Tips and advice 5 Nov With Honda slimming down the Insight lineup, this brings back into focus the idea that Honda might be preparing a high-mpg hybrid version of the new Civic hatchback.
The Insight uses the body shell from the outgoing 10th-generation Civic sedan, with similar interior dimensions but different exterior styling, so a return to Civic Hybrid branding wouldn't be much of a stretch. Honda has opted not to bring the latest Fit, which is offered only as a hybrid, to the United States—although the U. The automaker also plans to launch a series of electric cars starting mid-decade, but until then it plans to emphasize hybrids.
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But Consumer Reports gave more modern models, such as the Honda Insight, a five-star reliability rating. And circling back to comfort and safety, newer Honda Insights offer modern tech, such as rearview cameras, blind-spot detectors, and touch screen infotainment systems. In terms of reliability and fuel economy , Honda Insights are good options. But there are some significant differences between the generations.
So which Insight is right for you? The first generation Honda Insight ran from to , and came with a microscopic 1. Paired with an electric motor, the older hybrid could manage a staggering 61 mpg on the highway. And on top of that, the insight is one of the few hybrids with a manual transmission. Meanwhile, the second generation to lost the manual, but had a slightly more powerful engine.
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