Honda Insight (2009 - 2014) 1.3 IMA ES Hybrid 5d CVT (2010/10) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That i get for economy with style.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Great buy. two of them went for honda civic just because i got a honda.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, if it was only me but a larger family may struggle a bit with space at rear seats.

What are you likely to buy next?

Bigger car but hopefully still a hybrid.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£10,600

When did you buy the car?

February 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. it was atleast £500-600 cheaper than any dealer at that time with similar make, model and year.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Fuel economy and honda reputation.

What was the dealer like?

Bit pushy on paint guard, but otherwise had little scope for negotiation considering it was already cheaper than others.

What's it like to drive?

Excellent both in cities and motorways as long as you keep the foot really light on the pedal. normally get 50+ mpg in city driving during summers but went down to 45 in winters with the need for heating. motorways can clock 57-58mpg if you keep the speed within 70mph. start pushing over 80 and may struggle to hit 50, but still very good.

What's it like to park?

Nothing difficult about parking. a rear parking sensor would be nice as standard though.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No

What's most practical about your car?

Trip meter showing me the MPG. keeps me on toes about fuel consumption.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auxiliary socket to play MP3. no need to buy blue tooth of fm transmitter.