2000 Honda Insight review from North America
"The car of the future!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing except for check engine light that turned out to be faulty oxygen sensor on one occasion and loose gas cap on another.
Auto stop is neat, but if clutch is not pushed down hard, it won't start when put back in gear.
Poor visibility out rear window. Be careful backing up!
General comments?
This is the perfect little commuting car for anyone who wants to be a part of the solution to fuel consumption and pollution. At 70 or 75 mph on the highway, the fuel consumption indicator sits at 75 miles per gallon! Overall, it gets 56 to 66 miles per gallon depending on how I drive.
In many juristictions, it is allowed in HOV lanes even with only one person in it.
I recently had a car pull out in front of me and I hit him at about 30 mph. The car doesn't look nearly as damaged as I would expect. Just scuffs, a slightly buckled hood and broken lights! This is a tough little car!
Its also very peppy and comfortable, can park in 3/4 of a space and is fun to drive!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 liter 3 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 190 miles |
| Most recent distance | 42900 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300D T |
| Date of Entry | 21st October, 2003 |