Model Tested: 2020 Honda Insight 4DR Touring
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Engine: 1.5-liter I-4, engine + hybrid output 151 horsepower, 99 lb-ft torque
Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel-drive
EPA Rating: 51-mpg city, 45-mpg highway, 48-mpg combined
Base Price: $28,340
As Tested: $29,270
Performance:
Smooth highway ride
Acceptable acceleration
Paddle shifters
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Drive modes: Econ, Sport, EV
Great regenerative braking system
Excellent fuel economy—our best was 45.6-mpg highway
Very bright headlights
Highly efficient windshield wipers
Comfort:
Spacious, comfortable interior
Soft headrests
Stretch-out driver/front passenger legroom
Power seats, but no power lumbar
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Three temperatures heated front seats
Nicely contoured thick leather trimmed steering wheel
Lots of very good auxiliary controls
Very good tilt/telescopic column range
Large sunroof brightens interior
Spacious, comfy rear seat
Adults fit with front seats all back
Roof line a little low for tall passengers
Pretty big rear floor hump affects middle seating position
Soft folding armrest with cup holders
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Utility:
Bright interior lights when car is unlocked, then gradually soften
Big infotainment screen
Deep console bin with sliding armrest/cover
Large sliding visors
Very big non-locking glovebox
Medium size front door bins
Charging tray on console for electronic devices
One seatback storage pouch
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Medium size rear door bins
Large trunk with flat floor
Big pass through
Split folding rear seats have slight slope
WOW Factors:
Excellent safety features
Roomy interior
Conservative, but attractive styling
Charging tray for smart phones
Whines:
Still not thrilled with Honda’s button style transmission shifter
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Thin, cheap carpet in trunk
Bottom Line:
The Honda Insight returned to the lineup in 2019 after a five-year hiatus. The new Insight is a huge improvement over the tiny original Insight. The 2020 Insight Touring is the top option and it’s the same as the 2019 model. The Insight is a roomy, comfortable, practical compact sedan with great fuel efficiency and Honda’s sterling reputation for engineering excellence.
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