HONDA INSIGHT

The Honda Insight is a hybrid electric vehicle manufactured by Honda and the first production vehicle to feature Honda's Integrated Motor Assist system. The first-generation Insight was produced from 1999 to 2006 as a three-door hatchback. The 2000 Insight ranks as the most efficient United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certified gasoline-fueled vehicle ever, with a highway rating of 61 miles per US gallon (3.9 L/100 km; 73 mpg-imp) and combined city/highway rating of 53 miles per US gallon (4.4 L/100 km; 64 mpg-imp).

Honda introduced the second-generation Insight to its home market of Japan in February 2009. The car went on sale in the United States on March 24, 2009.[4] At $19,800 as a five-door hatchback it is the least expensive hybrid available in the US.[5] In December 2010, Honda introduced a less expensive base model for the 2011 model year priced US$18,200. The Insight was launched April 2009 in the U.K as the most affordable hybrid on the market with a starting price from £15,490 (otr), which was more than £2,000 lower than other hybrids, and became the best selling hybrid for the month.

Honda's Insight, billed as the cheapest gas-electric hybrid on the market, ranked as the top-selling vehicle in Japan for the month of April 2009, the first time a hybrid has clinched that spot. During its first twelve months after first available in the Japanese market, the second-generation Insight sold 143,015 units around the world.
 
 General

The Insight Hybrid, like you, truly has an eco-friendly heart. By using two distinct power sources – an electric motor and an i-VTEC engine, the hybrid system gives you better fuel efficiency and enhanced performance.




1.3L i-VTEC + IMA

  While the 1.3L engine serves as the main power source, the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system provides additional power when it is needed. Together, they can produce a
maximum torque of 121Nm
[12.3kg-m] + 78Nm [8.0kg-m].

Intelligent Power Unit (IPU)
 

The IPU controls the functions and regulates the power of the IMA engine. 19% smaller and 28% lighter, it made placement beneath the rear cargo area possible.

Guidance Function
 
The colour-changing speedometer provides you with real-time information that lets you monitor your driving style.







Scoring Function

The eco-scoring function provides feedback about your current and long-term driving practices. When the ignition is turned off, the Multi-information Display reveals your latest driving cycle and cumulative lifetime performance.