Customer Reviews for 2010_Honda_Insight
2010_Honda_Insight
Average Customer Rating:
(43 Reviews) 43
Rating Snapshot (43 reviews)
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40 of 43(93%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for 2010_Honda_Insight
Review 1 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Love my Insight
,May 4, 2012
By HawkI
from Iowa
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
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5
Interior Design:
5
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5
Value for the Money:
5
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5
Reliability:
5
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"I thought I would wait until I made it through an Iowa winter before I chimed in about this car. I LOVE IT! I'm consistently getting 45 mpg in town and generally above 54 mpg on the highway. Easily enough get up and go for passing and maintaining a cruising speed of 70 mph on the interstate. Only complaint: I'm having issues with the tires....had flats three times this spring and one blow out. Not sure if it's just bad luck or the initial tires were that cheap. I would buy this car again in a heart beat."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 2 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
why aren't there more?
,December 27, 2011
By handa aficionado
from San Diego, CA
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
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5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
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5
Reliability:
5
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5
"I didn't know how much the Insight had changed when I went looking to replace my 1995 accord V6, which had been stolen. Fortunately, a salesman talked me into test driving one and I loved it. It gets great mileage, is sporty, aesthetically pleasing, and, for some reason, rare. Must admit I feel smug driving it."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 3 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Sacrifice power for fuel economy?
,October 10, 2011
By Your average research and buy shopper
from Marquette, MI
Comfort:
3
out of
5
Performance:
2
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
3
out of
5
Interior Design:
3
out of
5
Value for the Money:
4
out of
5
Reliability:
5
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5
"I was impressed by the fuel economy on the highway. Rated at 45 highway, at 60 miles an hour you can consistently get 50+. The big disappointment is gas mileage in the city. Rated at 40, if you have a commute full of stoplights/signs. It is TOUGH to drive above 35 mpg fuel efficiency. This is driving like a grandma. Accelerating VERY slow. If you drive like most people do in the city you will be getting 25-30 MPG. Not terrible for most cars, but a hybrid? Not very impressed. This car literally TEACHES you how to drive fuel efficiently, a very smart move by honda to make you feel like you are getting even better gas mileage because of the car alone. Going up hills is depressing in this car. All in all, pretty dissapointing in terms of performance, but can't complain about the reliablility as it starts right up, even on sub freezing temperature mornings. Go with the Chevy Cruze Eco if you are debating. I wish I had."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 4 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Great vehicle for great money!
,April 24, 2011
By BoLe
from Alexandria, VA
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
5
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5
Exterior Styling:
5
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5
Interior Design:
4
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5
Value for the Money:
5
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5
Reliability:
5
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5
"I am in love with this car for almost a year now. Today I was driving on US50 at about 65 miles per hour and my milage was 55 MPG... Any questions? When I drive to work (stops, lights, etc.) - it's 38 MPG stable... Winter time makes it less 5 MPG. No kidding. Just thr right gas. My choice is V-Power from Shell. Any good one would be fine, just DO NOT use regular, that's it. Some people complain that when you stop on the light, your AC goes off. Easy: it's because it's been on AUTO. Just switch to MANUAL and you are fine. Read the manual - it helps... Car is very stable on the turns, it has some nice fitures (it's not a Lexus, so don't expect a luxury)... I would recommend it to any smart user who wants to be green and save some bucks on the gas... Oh, you pay less taxes too (it's a light green vehicle!), plus HOV is your any time... It has some sport car improvemets, so when you need it, it can be transformed to some speedy lady (I've used those manual sticks and was scared!) So, consider!"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Work
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Review 5 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Fun Fun Fun
,March 28, 2011
By Car Nut
from Kauai, HI
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
4
out of
5
Reliability:
5
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5
"The Insight is a super-fun little car. It reminds me of my mom's Honda CVCC in the 70's, quick, agile and full of life. And, the most fun part is that it gets close to 50 MPG. In 13 months it still gets 47-49 MPG, and with gas here in Hawaii at $4.32 gal, that really keeps it fun! The only draw back is acceleration, but the gizmos on the dash tell you (and prompt you) to keep fast starts to a minimum."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
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Review 6 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Great car
,March 5, 2011
By Commuter
from Ames, IA
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
3
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
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5
Value for the Money:
4
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5
Reliability:
5
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5
"Bought this car after my 1998 V70 Volvo wagon died. The hatchback is great for our dog, plenty of space. The cons only come out on long trips. The air-filtration system is not good, so when I am in a traffic jam I smell a lot of pollution in the car as compared to the Volvo. Also, there is a lot of road noise when driving fast on the highway. The stereo system is tinny. I think for $10,000 more you can buy the prius and these problems will go away, but others will pop up instead (like the price tag). Pros: the seats are the most comfortable I have ever sat in. Driving is very comfortable (5'9", 150 lbs). The navigation system is nice to have at a low price point. The car drives really well, very responsive. Has been fine in the snow. I recommend a test drive, it is a fun car."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 7 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
great car
,February 2, 2011
By ctmudcreek
from healdton, oklahoma
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"Had doubts about buying a hybrid, but loving it. It is fun to drive the EX with the paddle shifters. Great mileage averaging about 43 mpg right now. My 16 year old son thinks it looks cool and doesn't mind driving it."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 8 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Good car for urban commuting
,December 30, 2010
By oc chick
from orange, ca
Comfort:
3
out of
5
Performance:
2
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
3
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5
Value for the Money:
2
out of
5
Reliability:
3
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5
"I just got this car last week. I was looking for a hatchback that good fuel economy. I previously owned a Toyota Corolla and was looking for a car with more personality. I also wanted to try a Honda. The exterior styling of the car is really cool and I like the small size of the car. The rear visibility of the back window is poor but I got used to it quickly. The interior dash panel is kind of 80's retro looking. Some of the interior feels cheap to me especially the plastic along the doors. I do like the seat fabric and it does feel quite roomy. I love how the rear back seats fold down almost all the way - lots of room for hauling stuff. I wish it came with sirius satellite radio as an option. The stereo system is pretty good. The eco assist option is really fun and teaches you how to drive efficiently. The car is not very powerful and acceleration is slow. It feels like the car is really working to accelerate. The car also shudders at stops when it turns off. The car is also quite noisey. I don't seem to be getting the fuel economy that the EPA states, I get more around 35 mpg on the street. Overall, I don't think I would buy this car again as it was way over priced."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Work
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Review 9 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
A car I wanted, 2010 LX
,December 20, 2010
By Use less oil
from Conecticut land of TAXES and FEES
Comfort:
2
out of
5
Performance:
3
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
4
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
4
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I wanted the original one but was waiting for my 1997 Tacoma to wear out first and then Honda stopped making the Insight. Found a used 2010 LX trade in for a good price with low miles and was not going to let it happen again so now I have both. Just started driving it in October and was flirting with 49-50mpg on my daily commute when the temperature dropped and am now averaging 46mpg here in New England. The Tacoma gets 19mpg. I'm 5"11"and 280 lbs (two people weight)and fit nicely into it but wish the seat went back another two inches. I take my shoe off and the distance is perfect and that's how I drive it. All the dash controls are good and easily accessible and I like the layout. The comfort control is great other than ride suspension. I like the hatchback and leave the rear seats down so the dogs have room. The ride is FIRM and if you pump up the tires to get a bit better mileage the ride gets NASTY FIRM but I can live with it. The ride reminds me of a sportscar I once had. The Insight has been handling like it's on rails to my handling amasement and comfort consternation. I've read the new 2011 LX model has a downgraded stereo but added VSC. Personally I'll take the 2010 LX sound system and do my own VehicleSpeedControl. The 4speaker sound system is fantastic and I would not want less of a sound system. I bought this car to commute to work untill I can afford an electric model. And it's cut my gasoline usage by more than half so I'm happy with it. Thankfully it has a low fuel warning because after two weeks of driving I forget to look at the fuel gage and the warning will remind me to gas up. You really have to work at it to keep the mileage up, this is not a car for someone that doesn't care to try for maximum mileage because you can drop the mileage quickly by being inattentive and heavy on the gas pedal. One more thing, this car never runs electric. It has an electric assist motor for acceleration only. And that's it's only function.
This car never runs only electric and I often wonder why it's called a hybrid. I am happy I bought it but would have a hard time recommending this to the general driving masses you know, all the one person per car commuters. I still am but now I use less than half the fuel I did before."
This car never runs only electric and I often wonder why it's called a hybrid. I am happy I bought it but would have a hard time recommending this to the general driving masses you know, all the one person per car commuters. I still am but now I use less than half the fuel I did before."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 10 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Excellent Car for HyperMilers
,November 30, 2010
By Hot For Honda Hybrids
from Ohio
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
3
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
4
out of
5
Interior Design:
3
out of
5
Value for the Money:
4
out of
5
Reliability:
4
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5
"Insight is very aerodynamic and runs smoothly for a controlled-variable transmission.
Only complaint I have is that the stock tires are not very good. Already had to have one replaced just from driving over train tracks.
Shortly after, I filled tires w/ nitrogen and immediately got 3-5 more MPGs."
Only complaint I have is that the stock tires are not very good. Already had to have one replaced just from driving over train tracks.
Shortly after, I filled tires w/ nitrogen and immediately got 3-5 more MPGs."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 11 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Honda Insight 2010
,November 15, 2010
By Me
from Bay Area, California
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
4
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I enjoy driving the Insight. The electronic doors and windows feature is new to me and love them. Driving to Ashland Oregon from the Bay Area was very comfortable. A bit slow chugging up the hills. The dash showing mileage with changing background colors of green [eco] to dark blue [not-eco] was a bit disconcerting and distracting. The dash so bright I often forgot to turn on headlights at night, now I'm more careful. The car jerks a bit each morning, but not greatly. The handling is very nice, tight cornering. I'm 5 feet tall and found visibility checking rear not a problem, like the seat height adjustment feature."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 12 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
No regrets
,November 13, 2010
By tdinsight
from great lakes
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
3
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I bought the EX model at year end sale mostly for my wife and consider it a very good value. Complaints about the small rear seat are accurate, it really could use another 2" longer wheelbase. I have driven both gen 2 and 3 Prius. The 2009 and earlier versions have no road feel and I would not want them. The new one is vastly improved and would suit a family better than the Insight. For 2 or Mustang style 2+2 occasional seating the Insight is viable. The front seats are very comfortable for me (6' 2") with good lumbar and lateral support similar to my VW tdi. I honestly do enjoy driving it. If your taste runs toward cushy seats and ride shop Toyota or Buick. Fuel economy is never below 43 and often over 50 for us, occasionally up to 55. In other words pretty much on par with the gen 2 prius and easily better than the EPA prediction. Around town it is better than my TDI and about the same on open roads. The VW has significantly more pep.
Love the instrumentation that presents cues useful for efficient driving in front of you and logically. I have also noticed that the split rear window can help block headlights in the rear view mirror as someone mentioned above. Power is adequate but no more. Sport mode won't add much zip to acceleration but used with paddle shifters reasonable acceleration can be achieved while controlling engine rpm to avoid buzziness that some reviewers have complained about. The engine revs pretty fast and can be annoying if you just floor the pedal in eco mode. Toyota fans make a big deal of their "full hybrid" status but I see little value in their ability to drive less than a mile electrically. Eventually you have to burn gas to recharge. The Honda is simpler and 300 pounds lighter while achieving almost as much fuel efficiency.
The lack of floor mats and a cover for cargo under the hatchback on the EX is a cheap touch that should be addressed by Honda. We put a trailer hitch on to carry bikes and the installation was not difficult."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
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Review 13 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Insight w/Navi
,November 2, 2010
By Mr. Clean
from Marion (The Hub), IL
Comfort:
3
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
4
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"Great car, really aids you in driving correctly. Wish leather wasan option and that they would put auto lights on newer models. Push button start would also be better than having to use a key.
other than the above, the car is GREAT! I just traded off my 2009 Smart Car and could not be happier!"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 14 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
2010 Honda Insight LX
,October 16, 2010
By Honda Convert
from Modesto, CA
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I have owned my new 2010 Honda Insight LX for about two and a half months now, and can honestly say I got much more than I anticipated. I am consistently averaging over 50 mpg with mpgs topping out at 60 if I'm careful on the highway and keep between 60-65 mph.
For those concerned with its performance I can safely say it is rather peppy for a hybrid, and accelerates from rest much faster than the 2010 Toyota Prius (The Insight can spin its tires around corners, try that in a prius!). The Prius is faster as speeds increase to about 40 mph though. My family owns both the 2010 Prius and 2010 Insight with my preference being the Insight. Styling is great, much more aggressive than the Prius and it gets many looks from passersby.
I enjoy driving both hybrids, but for affordability reasons (I am a recent college grad) I chose the Honda Insight."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 15 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Great Car
,October 10, 2010
By Hybrid Car Fan
from Austin, TX
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I've had my Insight LX for about a week. It is a wonderful car. My wife drives a 2008 Civic Hybrid, which is a very pleasant car. The Insight in many ways is an improvement over the Civic. Although the Civic is larger in terms of passenger room, it has better cargo space due to the hatchback and fold-down seat. The hybrid technology of the Insight is more refined than the Civic, leading to a more pleasant driving experience. This is particularly true due to the programming recall/update that was done on 2008 Civic hybrids, which has lead to somewhat reduced fuel economy and less acceleration power.
The Insight is extremely well designed. The interior is pleasant and feels very comfortable for a 5'9" driver. As has been noted, the back seat leg room is limited, but the importance of this depends on one's need. It does not seem to be a problem for short people. This is really a 4 person car, not a 5 person car, although it may be possible to cram three into the back seat.
The cargo space is very good. MPG has been excellent, as I have averaged around 47 on the first tank in largely around-town driving. Some people complain about rear visibility, but I have not found that a problem at all--at least not so far. The car is fun to drive, handles very well, and has plenty of acceleration for my needs, even in ECON mode.
Given the price, which is now being heavily discounted at Honda dealers (because Americans are short-sighted and have slowed purchasing hybrids considerably), it blows the Prius away. I love the car so far."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 16 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
BEST $ THE $$$
,September 27, 2010
By Mizer
from Norht Carolina
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I bought my insight with 6k miles, like new. I had read all the reviews on Scions, Prius, Honda fits etc, and I wanted a stylish car but MPG was my motivater. I also wanted value for the buck.
I love it, I get 40mpg at 80miles per hour with the air on. If I bring it down to 65mph it jumps to 43mpg on the high way.....around town I get 46 MPG!, I had a mini van getting19 around town, and I still have the hatchback to throw stuff back there, ..I don't miss the pit stops at the gas station....Hybrid Honda RUles!!"
I love it, I get 40mpg at 80miles per hour with the air on. If I bring it down to 65mph it jumps to 43mpg on the high way.....around town I get 46 MPG!, I had a mini van getting19 around town, and I still have the hatchback to throw stuff back there, ..I don't miss the pit stops at the gas station....Hybrid Honda RUles!!"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
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Review 17 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Don't believe bad reviews, this is a great car!!!
,September 23, 2010
By bish
from Indiana
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I have had my Insight EX for about a year and a half. I have almost 25,000 miles on it. This is my daily driver. In summer my MPG is usually in the high 40's to low 50's. MPG goes down when it gets cold, but only to the high 30's to low 40's. Obviously, in certain conditions the MPG can be worse, such as going 80 MPH with a 30 MPH headwind.
The interior is so well laid out that you will wonder why all cars are not this intuitive. Everything is right in front of you, not in the middle of the dash like the Prius. The seats are fairly comfortable. On long trips it can start to get uncomfortable, but I don't know of any car that won't get uncomfortable after 12+ hours of driving. The rear seats are a little tight so that needs to be considered. The front seats are pretty roomy though. The height adjustment of the driver's seat means that anyone can get the right seating position in this car.
Handling is above average, especially for a car of its class. It is not a sports car but it gives the driver confidence in corners and is very stable in windy conditions and at high speeds. Acceleration is not mind blowing but it is adequate. I have never had a problem merging onto a freeway or pulling out in traffic. The CVT causes the engine to make alot of noise, but the car goes when you step on the gas.
For someone who is worried about the A/C shutting off at stoplights, there is a very simple way to keep it going. Shift the car to "S" before you stop. The engine and A/C will remain on while you are stopped. It costs a few MPG's but if you want the air on at a stop it is worth it. So the A/C complaint is not a reason to pass up this car.
Overall, if you are looking for a fuel efficient car, this is by far the best value for the money out there."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
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Review 18 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
Not for Travel
,August 22, 2010
By More than a commuter
from Rogers, AR
Comfort:
2
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
3
out of
5
Reliability:
4
out of
5
"I took this car from Northwest Arkansas to Central Florida. The car was not made to travel over 55mph. At 70mph (the average speed limit on the interstate), with the eco-assist on, I averaged 28mpg on the highway. I never sped. Granted 28 is good, but its not what i paid for. And lately it has been very hot where I live and with the eco-assist on, the AC cuts off at a stop. So if you can't handle being hot, I would not suggest this car. Also, the sun visors serve no purpose at all."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
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Review 19 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
I drive 100 miles a day
,August 19, 2010
By Newly Hybridized
from Woodstock, NY
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I've had my Insight for a little over two weeks and I now feel like I've driven it for enough miles (~2,000) and in enough different conditions (city, mountains, and highway) to rave about it unconditionally. I drive 100 mostly highway miles per day and I am averaging 49.5 miles per gallon; I'm not using any hypermiling techniques, but I do find myself aware of the hints given by the entertaining color-coded speedo and multi-function displays. I'm not happy only because that is double the mileage I was getting in my 10-year-old VW Golf, but because I truly enjoy driving this car. I'm going to comment on two of the things that others (including cars.com) have addressed as negatives but which I see as positives: 1) the seating position of the Insight is lower than the Golf or the Prius, but I think this is a matter of personal preference, and I find the lower position much more like a sports car and less like the bus-driver position preferred by those in minivans and suvs, and 2) The split rear window is actually a plus when driving at night with a higher vehicle shining its headlights in your back window. The bar is directly in line with the headlights of many trucks, cutting down greatly on the glare in the rear-view mirror; also, any visibility lost in the center mirror is more than made up for by the oversized side mirrors."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 20 for 2010_Honda_Insight
Overall Rating:
If you can Go for it...
,August 11, 2010
By Greeny McCheapster
from Warren, RI
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Handling:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
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5
Features:
5
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5
Value for the Money:
5
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5
Reliability:
5
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5
"Ok.. So I spent the better part of 6-8 months researching cars hovering around 15-20k that I could get great gas mileage with and count on for the long haul. I spent much too much time reviewing the Y@ris, Fiest@, & Fit on sites just like this for countless hours only to fall in love with the Honda Fit and then having my heart broken (luckily) on no year end incentives from the manufactr... Reanalyzing the market I found the Insight and couldnt believe the incentive, MPG's, warranty's, look & feel, and overall sticker against similar models (within the under 20k range).. So I moved on it and couldnt be happier with the futuristic bladerunner setup and figit'ing with all the gagets to get the best MPG's.. And let me say for the record (and please do review other sites) that you can get 50-60 MPG if you play it right and take it easy - which is simply unreal..
So yes - if your looking for a hot rod - look else where - I went from a car with 220 HP to this Pepster and lets just say the high speed lane or passing people just doesnt seem that important anymore when your getting double the millage (if your an aggressive driver you may want to pass - because the car will be frowning blue at you - which may in turn depress you..). And Im 6'2'' and have no problem FITing in the car.
So if you can hustle a good sticker on the lot and think like me that this could be an investment if gas prices are at a current lull per the recession and senseless folks are still buying land tanks (up 20% this yr..) Then pull the trigger
Best of luck & read up on the whole tips to increase your MPG (like not using your AC when city driving)
Cheers"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
+5points
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