Honda Insight – 2011 Vs. 2012
When Honda Insight premiered as a 2010 model, most felt it to be a cheap Prius knock-off. In less than three years, Insight has graduated to a highly respected, and totally unique green vehicle.
With 2012 models starting to appear on dealer lots, it’s nice to see Honda tackling some of the negative points brought up with 2011′s variant. Most notably, the cutting down of too much bulky plastic. Backing up a 2011 Insight can be strenuous on one’s neck – as the hybrid was slammed for massive blind spots.
With a slight adjustment in rear design, much of the obtuse angles have been eliminated.
Other changes include modifications to the front grille. Note differences in 2011′s front end (above) vs. 2012′s (below).
Insight holds a 1.3-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, along with electric motor attached to a nickel-metal hydride battery pack. The gas end generates 88 horsepower with 88 lb-ft of torque. The electric adds in 13 horses and 58 lb-ft. Maximum output is 98 horsepower and 123 lb-ft.
One thing that has not changed about Insight is pricing. Honda’s hybrid is still one of the most affordable ‘green’ cars on the market:
2011 Insight Specs/Pricing:
40 / 43 MPG
Sedan, Hybrid
MSRP: $18,200
2012 Insight Specs/Pricing:
41 / 44 MPG
Sedan, Hybrid
MSRP: $18,350
Callum W. is a freelance blogger and writer. He contributes to many online periodicals, ranging in topics, and submits regularly to our sister-site: automopedia.org.
Source: Hybridcars.com
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