How long does a Honda Insight hybrid last?
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is among highly rated models in the hybrid vehicle segment. However, it can hardly go toe-to-toe with the Honda Insight in terms of longevity. While you can get 250,000 miles on a Honda Insight, you’d hardly get over 200,000 miles on a Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.
When did the Honda Insight go out of production?
In July 2014 Honda announced the end of production of the Insight for the 2015 model, together with the Honda FCX Clarity hydrogen fuel-cell car and the Honda Fit EV electric car.
How much does it cost to fix a Honda Insight?
Owners say the engine burns through oil rapidly—as much as 1 quart per 1000-2000 miles. The issue often occurred around 64,400 miles and cost about $2,070 to fix. Judging from its low number of reported problems, the 2019 Honda Insight seems to be the best model year so far.
What kind of electric motor does a Honda Insight use?
The Insight uses the first generation of Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid technology. (The next generation, used in the Honda Civic Hybrid, is much more space-efficient.) The Insight’s electric assist is an ultrathin 60 mm (about 2.4 inches) brushless 10-kW electric motor located on the crankshaft.
In July 2014 Honda announced the end of production of the Insight for the 2015 model, together with the Honda FCX Clarity hydrogen fuel-cell car and the Honda Fit EV electric car.
Which is the least expensive Honda Insight hybrid?
The Insight was the least expensive hybrid available in the US. In December 2010, Honda introduced a less expensive base model for the 2011 model year. The Insight was launched April 2009 in the UK as the lowest priced hybrid on the market and became the best selling hybrid for the month.
What kind of gas mileage does a Honda Insight get?
The Insight earned an EPA fuel economy estimate of 70 mpg ‑US (3.4 L/100 km; 84 mpg ‑imp) in highway driving, 61 mpg ‑US (3.9 L/100 km; 73 mpg ‑imp) city. With air conditioning it was 68 mpg ‑US (3.5 L/100 km; 82 mpg ‑imp) and 60 mpg ‑US (3.9 L/100 km; 72 mpg ‑imp).
Where is the intelligent power unit on a Honda Insight?
The Intelligent Power Unit, the Power control Unit, the Electronic Control Unit, the vehicle’s batteries, DC-to-DC converter and a high-voltage inverter are all located under the cargo floor of the vehicle, behind the seats. Honda increased the vehicle’s fuel efficiency using aluminum and plastic extensively to reduce the vehicle’s weight.