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"219,000 miles and still going! I wouldn't trade it" on by dfiore34667
Pros: Like riding in a spaceship, waving at the gas pumps
Cons: kind of cramped no room for gps
Summary: I've had my 2000 Insight since 2001 and with 219k miles, I wouldn't trade it. Unless they release the new version, of course! Aftermarket speakers are a good idea. Also, preprare to add cruise yourself. Best car on the road despite any short-comings.
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"Best care I've ever owned!" on by achoiredtaste
Pros: Fantastic mileage from 60 - 75 mpg overall average for 200,000 miles is 58.7 mpg. Fun to drive, faster than a Honda Civic or many other small Fords, Chevys etc. Plenty of passing power on freeway. Tremendous climate control in any hot environment (to 1
Cons: Shocks, clutch were all light duty. I still have originals but would prefer Konis: how to get? No accessories or "toys" for this car. No aftermarket or Honda support for accessories/toys. 2 sets of catalytic convertors (1st under warrantee) Tires don't
Summary: Tragic that Honda doesn't offer a replacement equivalent to this car. Nothing in the market is close to this car in performance, economy, reliability, cost. I would buy another if new one were available. Best thing would be to upgrade the component quality to make this a life long keeper. You would never sell or replace it if the components were a bit stouter.
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"Bought my '03 in '11, keeping it until I fall apart" on by BenLikesStuff
Pros: Fun to drive, sports car feel, good to have stick again, looks great, good handling, comfortable seats, room for big-ish driver (5'11", 270 lbs), good HVAC, 50mpg and I drive it as fast as I like, it will not rust (aluminum and plastic)
Cons: For people with arthritis or otherwise impeded mobility, it is not easy to get in or out of.
It could use: a jet-engine for passing, a USB-adaptor, suction-fan ground effects, expandable ground-clearance, on-board 360-degree video cameras, a 600-watt PSummary: Brass Tacks: It seats two. It's best gotten in stick for driving satisfaction (in my opinion). It's not easy for those with arthritis to enter and exit. It's not an LS430 Lexus with creamy silent isolation of humans from outside world.
People who own first-generation (2000-2006) Honda Insights are, to my experience, absolute fanatics. Now that I have one, I can add, and rightfully so. -
"I wish Honda made a 4 door version of this, not civic." on by dangerang
Pros: 215,000 miles, I love my MPG, it's like the Toyota commercial in the 80s. This little car has taken me miles with very little problems. Why is this in the bad section?: Horrendous stereo speakers , etc. One can always add this amenities later on
Cons: OEM tires go are not rated to do the mileage it's reported to go. 10% mileage loss when upgrading to standard tires. No factory tint included.
Summary: The best mileage car ever regardless what the reviews say.
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"Surprisingly fun!" on by Spiker Ed
Pros: Fun to drive, extraordinary mileage!
Cons: More horses please...high mpg tires, harsh ride
Summary: I have 94k miles on my 2000 Insight (5 speed), and I have never had more fun driving a car! The car handles like a sports car, but the 65 hp gas engine reminds you that you're driving a hybrid. The electric engine does provide a surprising amount of torque. Drive up the grapevine, however, and one remembers that horsepower is horsepower. If you live in the mountains, a Prius or Civic Hybrid is a better choice.
Last weekend I drove from San Diego to Phoenix and back, averaging 54 mpg. That despite a lack of patience, driving mostly 85 mph. Drive at a more granny-like 65 mph, and you will be rewarded with 60ish mpg.
The FCD system teaches you how to maximize your fuel economy. Driving has become a virtual video game, where I try to maximize my gas mileage. I enjoy driving, and I never did before.
Be sure to test drive it, the car is not for everybody. Its size makes it impractical as your only car.
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