Item: 2014 Honda Insight
Author: Bob Long

Overview

The Honda Insight remains the least expensive new hybrid you can buy for the 2014 model year—with a starting price around $19,500, the Insight is over $5,000 cheaper than a base Prius.

Beyond its hybrid fuel economy and tempting starting price, though, there are compromises. The Insight's driving manners are rather unrefined and lackluster, even for a hybrid, and base models lack common features like cruise control, a USB input and even vanity mirrors.

Honda has announced this is the Insight's last year—bargain accordingly.

What's New for 2014

Changes to the Insight for 2014 are limited to minor color and trim changes.

Honda Insight

Choosing Your Honda Insight

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The Insight pairs a 1.3-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric motor to produce 98 horsepower and 123 pound-feet of torque. The engine itself, with two valves per cylinder, is relatively low tech, but everything else is appropriately high tech. The compact nickel-metal hydride battery pack recaptures and stores energy from vehicle braking and deceleration, which the electric motor can then turn into a power boost to aid acceleration.

The sole transmission is continuously variable (CVT), and helps the Insight to achieve EPA fuel economy ratings of is 41 mpg city and 44 mpg highway.

With Honda's tiered system, you won't have to worry about checking many option boxes—you simply buy the trim level with the features you want. Power output is measured at 98 horsepower and EPA city/highway fuel economy ranking.

Bob Long

Automotive Editor - March 26, 2014

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Specs & Features

Highlights

Overall Crash Safety Rating

Not Available

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque

1.3L I-4 / 88 HP / 88 ft.lbs.

Transmission

2-spd CVT w/OD

Drive Type

Front-wheel

Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined

41 / 44 / 42 Mpg

Passenger Capacity

Bumper to Bumper Warranty

36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Mechanical Specs

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque	1.3L I-4 / 88 HP / 88 ft.lbs.
Drive Type	Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined	41 / 44 / 42 Mpg
Brakes	Front Disc/rear Drum
Front Suspension	Strut
Rear Suspension	Semi-independent Torsion Beam Beam
Spare Tire And Wheel	Compact Steel
Fuel Tank	10.6 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type	Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank	$40

Dimensions & Capabilities

Maximum Cargo Volume	31.5 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume	85 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length	172.3 "
Exterior Width	66.7 "
Exterior Height	56.2 "
Front Headroom	38.4 "
Rear Headroom	36.4 "
Front Legroom	42.3 "
Rear Legroom	33.0 "
Front Shoulder Room	52.7 "
Rear Shoulder Room	50.4 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight	2,747 Lbs.
Wheel Base	100 "
Turning Radius	18.1 '

Exterior Features

Door Count	4 Doors
Wheels	15.0 " Steel
Paint	Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors	Dual Power Remote
Bumpers	Body-colored
Grille Moldings	Silver
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust	Stainless Steel

Interior Features

Seating

Passenger Capacity	5
Seat Trim	Cloth
Front Seat Type	Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls	6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls	4-way
Front Armrests	6-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats	60-40 Bench

Radio & Infotainment

Radio	Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan / Clock / Am/fm, Seek-scan / Xm Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers	2
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity

Convenience Features

Steering Wheel Type	Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control	Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror	Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window	Driver
Tinted Windows	Light
Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry	Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets	1

Safety Features

Overall Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags	Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags	Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag	Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners	Front
Anti-Lock Brakes	4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable	Immobilizer

Warranty

Bumper To Bumper Months Miles	36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months	60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
Corrosion Perforation	60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months	36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Used 2014 Honda Insight for Sale