Although the Honda Insight was eagerly awaited before it launched as a 2010 model, the little hybrid hatchback has never come remotely close to its sales goals.
But the company isn't giving up, and the new 2012 Honda Insight features revised front styling, a nicer interior, and improved gas mileage ratings.
But the company isn't giving up, and the new 2012 Honda Insight features revised front styling, a nicer interior, and improved gas mileage ratings.
2012 Honda Insight EX Hybrid Overview , New Front Styling
The Insight's hybrid powertrain features a 1.3-liter eight-valve, i-VTEC four-cylinder engine paired with a DC-brushless electric motor, and is mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
The gas engine provides for 98 peak horsepower at 5,800 rpm, and 123 lb-ft of torque in the range of 1,000 to 1,700 rpm. the electric motor adds 12 horsepower at 1,500 rpm, and 58 torque at 1,000 rpm.
The front of the Insight now features a redesigned--Honda calls it "more distinctive'--grille with a thin blue accent bar to underscore the Insight's hybrid technology, along with a reshaped bumper. The internal reflectors of the headlights have also been updated.
The gas engine provides for 98 peak horsepower at 5,800 rpm, and 123 lb-ft of torque in the range of 1,000 to 1,700 rpm. the electric motor adds 12 horsepower at 1,500 rpm, and 58 torque at 1,000 rpm.
The front of the Insight now features a redesigned--Honda calls it "more distinctive'--grille with a thin blue accent bar to underscore the Insight's hybrid technology, along with a reshaped bumper. The internal reflectors of the headlights have also been updated.
2012 Honda Insight EX Hybrid Overview , New Front Styling
New covers for the 15-inch wheels on lower-line models are standard, and the upscale Insight EX model sports restyled 15-inch alloy wheels. Honda has also widened the tires slightly for better grip.
The base model comes with automatic climate control, power windows and locks and six airbags, while EX models of the Insight feature standard steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, as well as alloy wheels, cruise control and stability control.
Honda hopes to build 200,000 units annually, with half of that production to be sold in the United States.
The base model comes with automatic climate control, power windows and locks and six airbags, while EX models of the Insight feature standard steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, as well as alloy wheels, cruise control and stability control.
Honda hopes to build 200,000 units annually, with half of that production to be sold in the United States.
Technical Specs
Engine
Standard Engine: 1.3L I4
Standard Transmission: VAR Speed Automatic
Cylinders: 4
Horsepower @RPM: 98@5800
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 41/44
Combined Fuel Economy: 42
EPA Class: Compact
Number of Valves: 8
Torque @RPM: 1000
Fuel Type System: Hybrid Gas/Electric / Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No): No
Overdrive Transmission: Yes
Battery Output: 100.8
Compression: 10.8:1
Displacement: 1339/82
Bore X Stroke: 2.87×3.15
Cruising Range: 434.6 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A
Power to Weight Ratio: N/A
Final Drive Ratio: No
Valves Configuration: Single Overhead Cam
Supercharged: No
Electric HorsePower RPM: 1500
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: 58
Electric Torque RPM: 1000
Electric HorsePower BHP: 13
Engine
Standard Engine: 1.3L I4
Standard Transmission: VAR Speed Automatic
Cylinders: 4
Horsepower @RPM: 98@5800
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 41/44
Combined Fuel Economy: 42
EPA Class: Compact
Number of Valves: 8
Torque @RPM: 1000
Fuel Type System: Hybrid Gas/Electric / Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No): No
Overdrive Transmission: Yes
Battery Output: 100.8
Compression: 10.8:1
Displacement: 1339/82
Bore X Stroke: 2.87×3.15
Cruising Range: 434.6 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A
Power to Weight Ratio: N/A
Final Drive Ratio: No
Valves Configuration: Single Overhead Cam
Supercharged: No
Electric HorsePower RPM: 1500
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: 58
Electric Torque RPM: 1000
Electric HorsePower BHP: 13
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