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Honda Insight III 1.5 (151 Hp) Hybrid e-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)
III Overview:
Honda Insight (III). With 134 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.45 l/100km). With a weight of 1382 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Insight III generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. Despite this, it features a robust suite of active and passive safety technologies, typical of modern Honda vehicles.
1.5 (151 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5L hybrid system delivers smooth, adequate acceleration for daily driving, prioritizing efficiency over outright sportiness. The e-CVT ensures seamless power delivery, though it can exhibit the 'rubber band' effect under heavy throttle.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy is the highlight, with combined figures of 4.5-4.9 l/100 km. Its full hybrid architecture allows for significant electric-only driving at lower speeds, maximizing efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Outstanding fuel economy
- • Smooth and refined hybrid powertrain
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior
- • Strong Honda reliability reputation
Cons:
- • e-CVT can be noisy under hard acceleration
- • Performance is adequate, not sporty
- • Limited powertrain options
- • Rear headroom can be tight for taller passengers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2012): 2012 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Insight |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (151 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 107 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.4 Hp/l [268mm more] |
| Torque: | 134 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LEB6 More details about the engine LEB6 |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 4.61 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 13.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.3-4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8-5.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.5-4.9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.3 kg/Nm, 97 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1382 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 428 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4663 mm [268mm more] |
| Width: | 1819 mm [124mm more] |
| Height: | 1411 mm [24mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm [150mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1878 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2087 mm |
| Front track: | 1547 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1565 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 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 | e-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 |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/55 R16 93V; 215/50 R17 91H |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 1.2 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| System power: | 151 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Electric motor power: | 129 Hp @ 4000-8000 rpm. |
| Electric motor Torque: | 267 Nm @ 0-3000 rpm. |
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