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In 1999, Honda introduced the original mass invented hybrid car to the American market, the two-seater Insight. Oddly shaped and a bit out of place, it won the hearts of it is owners as the car achieved an aweinspiring 70 mpg, far outpacing anything else on the road. Alas, the Insight was never much of a sales magnet and was discontinued by Honda in 2006 as the Japanese automaker chose to offer a hybrid version of it is standard Civic instead. A new Insight is set to debut in 2009 as Honda seeks to gain fresh traction in a high demand segment. Unlike the primary model, the Insight will sport a cleaner design, get splendid fuel mileage, and be priced thousands of dollars less than the arch-rival Toyota Prius. In unfeigned Honda fashion the automaker is rather tight lipped in regards to the new Insight, but we’ve gleaned the following info from our automotive origins which we will part with you momentarily. Introducing The 2010 Honda Insight Yes, the Insight is on it is way back to the states, in fresh form and ready to do battle. Here’s what we know with regards to this stimulating model: Styling cues from the FCX Clarity — Honda’s test hydrogen vehicle is the FCX Clarity, an beautiful model being tested in Japan and in California. Look for the Insight to borrow a great deal of it is looks from that hydrogen model. Sharing elements with the Fit — The Civic is no longer the tiniest of all Hondas, a distinction now belonging to the Fit. Look for the Insight to use a great deal of of the same parts found in the Fit while being powered by the same 1.3L engine found in the hybrid Civic. Saving you cash – Trying to find a Prius for $21,000 is closely totally unlikely with most models going out of Toyota showrooms priced at $23,000 on up. Honda says that the starting price for the Insight will be an industry leading $18,500! Stretching your fuel further — Fuel mileage is the biggest unknown with the new Insight, but this we do know: the car will beat the Prius and may actually top the initial model’s 71 mpg! Cars with air conditioning included (and running) will lower fuel numbers as will sure other variations, but topping 60 mpg on the highway and at least 50 mpg around town is a strong possibleness for the Insight. Honda Will Ramp Up Production Honda has said that they plan on building 200,000 Insights yearly with half those cars being shipped to the US. With gas prices hovering around $4 per gallon and a dearth of hybrid cars available, next summer’s debut of the Insight will be welcome relief from pain at the pump for thousands of lucky drivers. |
The 2010 Honda Insight Is One Of The Most Affordable Hybrids On The Market
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