Comments on: Mileage Loop: 2010 Honda Insight

By: syra

syra — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:32:56 +0000

For 2010, Honda Insight is a great improvement from the old model. In September 2006, Honda stopped making the old Honda Insight, a teardrop-shaped two-seater that has been loved by many owners happy, but also seen as unrealistic by mainstream consumers. Despite the old fuel economy model the real world of nearly 70 miles per gallon, the company sold fewer than 2,000 Insights in 2005 and less than 1000 to September 2006 before the company pulled the plug.

By: B Stoops

B Stoops — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:25:53 +0000

I traded out a 2010 Accord for the 2010 Insight. I was completely taken. I personally think the pick up on the car is fine. The over all issue is the car is way too small and I really feel the quality is lacking. I already have 3 or 4 issues with this car out of the gate.

Sadly I can't just take it back. I will tell you this. I WON'T EVER be buying a Honda of any kind again in the future.

Toyota RULES. Honda. Hmm. I can't really say what I want but safe to say I am done with this brand.

Bryce

By: mar

mar — Sun, 02 May 2010 01:18:44 +0000

I love my Insight. Just got it.

By: Bill

Bill — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:33:27 +0000

I have about 10K miles on my 2010 Insight and am still improving my MPG almost with every fillup. I commute 70 miles per day with mixed hwy and city. I am currently getting just over 50mpg, but I am adding some driving techniques that show single trip values over 60 mpg. I just need to keep the wife away from the Air conditioner controls. I like that the Insight feels like a car and has some great interior features like the USB connector. The Prius and Honda Civic Hybrid were both too quirky for me.

By: Charles

Charles — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:20:31 +0000

I guess I am starting a rant.

The Prius is not a sedan!
The Prius is not a sedan!
The Prius is not a sedan!
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The Prius is not a sedan!

It is a midsized hatchback. There is a difference.

By: Greg

Greg — Tue, 19 May 2009 17:42:23 +0000

I am very interested in buying a new hybrid. I am stuck between a new Prius and 2010 Insight. Am leaning toward an Insight. The question I am wondering if anyone can answer is about the batteries. How long do they last? Should I wait for a car with the lithium ion batteries, instead of the nickel ones?

By: cashless

cashless — Tue, 19 May 2009 01:25:26 +0000

Good advise, I will test drive both..

By: djwindsor

djwindsor — Sat, 09 May 2009 23:39:59 +0000

I’ve had my 2004 Prius package 9 since Nov 2003. I’ve never had any issues with the vehicle. When I saw the new Insight I was amazed at how similar it looks to the current model Prius. I’m really happy that Honda came out with a hybrid to compete with Toyota. Since I only have 64,000 miles on my Prius I’m not in the market for a new hybrid. When I am, I will no doubt put my money down on the next gen Prius. I absolutely LOVE all the technology that the next gen Prius has. The main reason I prefer the Toyota over the Honda is because of the ability of the Prius to drive solely on electric power up to 42MPH.

By: Klaus Lange

Klaus Lange — Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:46 +0000

Hello all Hybrid Fans

i just had my new Honda Insight im living in Germany its the first one on the road in Germany exept the tamonstrators of the Honda dealers.

Well guys it´s great first drive out 56 per gallon never thought it would go that well from the start.

All i can say just go and testdrive this car and it will get you as well.

By: BB

BB — Thu, 07 May 2009 06:20:43 +0000

I drive a 2009 Prius (Package 5 Touring edition). I love the car! My last vehicle was a 2005 F-150 4x4 crew cab pickup. I averaged 13 mpg. My lease was up last August when premium unleaded was $4.00/gallon. I couldn't wait to give it back! I then decided I hated the gas companies and I committed to riding my motorcycle everywhere/everyday. I love my Harley, but riding in freezing rain, downpours, blistering heat, etc is not fun. I love riding, and have had motorcycles for most of my life, but always as a second vehicle that I could ride when I wanted. Having to ride EVERY DAY is like someone asking you what your favorite food is (Tex-Mex), and then being forced to have it for every meal, three meals a day, forever.

I lasted about 7 months with no car. The Prius is a dream car for me. It has all the bells and whistles that appeal to my gadget-crazy personality, and it still is a comfortable, quiet ride, and it gets better gas mileage than my Harley! Let me say this to anyone on the fence about buying a hybrid: You don't have to be a "tree hugger" or be overly concerned about being "green" to buy a hybrid. Just consider that investing in the technology that makes us less dependent on foreign oil puts less money in terrorists' pockets. You can use the money you save on fuel to buy other things, like a huge HDTV, a cool wristwatch, or more ammo : ).

Toyota employs thousands of American workers, so don't get hung up on the "Buy American" thoughts, either. With all of the auto makers having such diverse operations around the world, these Toyotas are just about as American as any GM car. And on the same subject, Fiat will be purchasing Chrysler any day now. That may make Chrysler a little less "American", but they will probably also start building better cars. Buy smart, and drive safe! -BB