Honda Insight

In published reviews,
critics awarded this
vehicle an average
overall score of:

83
Priced From $18,500
MPG 42.0
Styles Reviewed
HatchbackHatchback

LeftLane News

09/23/09
2009-09-23
85
100

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Mark Elias Mark Elias 7.2 out of 10 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

As with most hybrids, it’s not the perfect be-all end-all to a high mileage cruiser. While not perfect in its own right, the Honda Insight is the perfect alternative to those who reside in the Prius nation.

Fortune

04/07/09
2009-04-07
85
100

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Alex Taylor III Alex Taylor III 7.4 out of 10 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

Let’s cut right to the chase: No science project, this is an attractive, drivable compact car that you’d be happy to park in your garage.

MSNBC

01/23/09
2009-01-23
84
100

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Dan Carney Dan Carney Score Pending 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

Honda’s goal in designing the 2010 Insight was to find the value sweet spot, and it looks like they’ve hit it. The Insight marks the best intersection yet of the plots for price, efficiency and practicality.

Vehix.com

10/07/09
2009-10-07
83
100

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Katrina Ramser-Parrish Katrina Ramser-Parrish 7.3 out of 10 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

If you’re looking for a similar yet $6k-cheaper version of this popular hybrid shape, then you’ll appreciate the 2010 Honda Insight. Just know in advance that you’ll be trading many comfort and cutting-edge interior features.

New York Times

02/14/09
2009-02-14
83
100

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Jerry Garrett Jerry Garrett 7.2 out of 10 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

The new Insight is worth consideration as a good economy car, hybrid or not.

Edmunds.com

12/06/11
2011-12-06
83
100

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Staff Review Edmunds.com 7.8 out of 10 2012 Honda Insight Hatchback

The 2012 Honda Insight has some things in its favor. One is its low price tag. Another is its performance at the gas pump. This Honda’s primary weakness concerns ride comfort.

MotorWeek

09/02/10
2010-09-02
83
100

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Staff Review MotorWeek 7.2 out of 10 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

the 2010 Honda Insight is the most affordable hybrid to date, and while it may not be the ultimate hybrid car,it will make this technology much more accessible, and that will have both buyers and Honda seeing a lot more green.

Wallpaper

05/08/09
2009-05-08
82
100

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Staff Review Wallpaper Score Pending 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

The Honda Insight demonstrates that hybrids have truly come of age. The sensible price and functional, well-built interior is pitched at the consumer in the market for economical, trouble-free motoring with just a slight whiff of techno-futurism.

GayWheels.com

07/25/09
2009-07-25
81
100

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Jay Brecker Jay Brecker Score Pending 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

Dynamically, no one’s going to carve up a race course with the little darling, so the Honda Insight’s handling, braking, steering feel are all just fine given the car’s mission. Quite good, in fact.

Chicago Sun-Times

04/01/10
2010-04-01
81
100

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Ira Siegel Ira Siegel Score Pending 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

While I do have a few criticisms, I must tell you that the Honda Insight is a nice hybrid with an affordable price tag. Those who have bought one like it for the same reasons that I do: fuel economy and value.

Edmunds.com

01/11/11
2011-01-11
81
100

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Staff Review Edmunds.com 7.8 out of 10 2011 Honda Insight Hatchback

While fuel-efficient and reliable, the 2011 Honda Insight doesn’t measure up to its archrival, the Toyota Prius.

MotherProof.com

11/11/09
2009-11-11
80
100

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Lori Hindman Lori Hindman 5.3 out of 10 2010 Honda Insight Hatchback

The Insight starts at $19,800, which is $1,200 less than the Prius’ starting price. Honestly though, $1,200 doesn’t seem like enough of a price cut to give up the extra 10 mpg plus all of the added features you won’t find in the Insight.

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