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2013 Honda Insight review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

41 city, 44 highway, 42 combined

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What is new for the 2013 Honda Insight?

  • Updated infotainment system with larger touchscreen
  • Enhanced safety features including additional airbags and lane-keeping assist
  • Improved fuel efficiency ratings on selected models
  • New performance package available with upgraded suspension
  • Removal of manual transmission option for select trims

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.4 out of 5

5 customer reviews
The 2013 Honda Insight offers excellent fuel economy and practicality, earning high praise for its spacious and functional hatchback design. Customers enjoy its reliable performance and smooth ride but highlight concerns with acceleration, cabin noise, and dashboard layout. Overall, it's a cost-effective hybrid with mixed opinions on comfort features.

RepairPal reliability rating

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RepairPal gave the Honda Insight an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Honda Insight 5th out of 6 among Alternative Fuel Vehicles.

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Honda Insight features and specs

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LX 4D Hatchback 2WD

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio

Optional Features

  • Bluetooth Technology

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

1.3L

Horsepower

98

Torque (ft-lbs)

123

Engine type

Hybrid

Fuel capacity

10.6

Wheelbase

100.4"

Overall length

172.3"

Width

66.7"

Height

56.2"

Leg room

F 42.3"/R 33"

Head room

F 38.4"/R 36.4"

Front tires

P185/60R15

Rear tires

P185/60R15

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

2013 Honda Insight FAQ

The 2013 Honda Insight has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2013 Honda Insight, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2013 Honda Insight Reviews.
The Honda Insight received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Honda Insight as 5 out of 6 among Alternative Fuel Vehicle
Here are the pros and cons of the 2013 Honda Insight: Pros - Fuel Economy - Ride and Handling - Interior Space Cons - Power - Dashboard - Braking
Here is what's new for the 2013 Honda Insight:
  • Satellite Radio Ready
The 2013 Honda Insight offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Hybrid: 41 city / 44 highway MPG (EX trim) • Hybrid: 41 city / 44 highway MPG (Base trim) • Hybrid: 41 city / 44 highway MPG (LX trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.

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