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Honda Insight II 1.3 i-VTEC (88 Hp) Hybrid CVT
Overall Rating
Honda Insight:
The Honda Insight is a hybrid electric car which was manufactured and marketed by Honda. Its first generation is a two-door, two-seat liftback and its second generation is a four-door, five-seat liftback. In its third generation, it became a four-door sedan. Its fourth generation, it became a four-door crossover SUV e:N2-based. It was Honda's first model with Integrated Motor Assist system and the most fuel efficient gasoline-powered car available in the U. S. without plug-in capability for the length of its production run....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Honda Insight (II). With 121 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1204 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.7 s). The top speed reaches 182 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 2009 Honda Insight II achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating strong adult occupant protection and good safety assist systems for its time.
1.3 i-VTEC (88 Hp) Hybrid CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily commuting, though acceleration can feel sluggish under heavy load due to the modest 88 Hp and CVT.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy, achieving 4.6 l/100 km combined, making it a highly cost-effective choice for urban and mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Outstanding fuel efficiency
- • Practical hatchback design with good cargo space
- • Affordable purchase price for a hybrid
- • Reliable Honda engineering (generally)
- • Good Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially at higher speeds
- • CVT can be noisy under acceleration
- • Interior quality feels somewhat basic
- • Road noise can be noticeable
- • IMA battery degradation concerns on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Insight: 1999 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Insight |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 i-VTEC (88 Hp) Hybrid CVT |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 88 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l [451mm more] |
| Torque: | 121 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LDA3 More details about the engine LDA3 |
| Engine displacement: | 1339 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 4.55 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.7 kg/Hp, 73.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10 kg/Nm, 100.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1204 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 408 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4396 mm [451mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1425 mm [65mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm [150mm more] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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