Honda Insight first generation
The Honda Insight first generation (2000–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: ZE1 · Sold in: United Kingdom, United States, and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3,945 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,355 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Weights and towing | |
| Kerb weight | 838–891 kg |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
60 complaints for model years 2000–2006. 2 fires · 2 injuries
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 7 versions of the Honda Insight first generation
United Kingdom 1 version
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004Insight | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 3.4 L/100 km NEDC | 80 g/km |
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2006VTEC · VTEC, EMS · HEV, EMS | 1.0 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 47 MPG (5.0 L/100 km) EPA | 117 g/km |
| 2004–2006VTEC-E, SIL EMS · HEV, SIL EMS | 1.0 L | Hybrid | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 52 MPG (4.5 L/100 km) EPA | 106 g/km |
| 2002–2003SIL · VTEC, SIL | 1.0 L | Hybrid | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 53 MPG (4.4 L/100 km) EPA | 104 g/km |
| 2000–2001SIL | 1.0 L | Hybrid | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 53 MPG (4.4 L/100 km) EPA | 104 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2006Two-seater | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 104 g/km |
| 2000–2003Subcompact · Two-seater | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 104 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.