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2020 Honda Insight Review
Price Range:Â $16,995 - $23,998
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Great
8.1
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2020 Honda Insight is a sensible small hybrid with excellent fuel economy. Beyond that, it's generally nice to drive and a pleasant place to spend time. It combines comfort and practicality with a refined interior and easy-to-use tech, making it a powerful hybrid contender, even if it underperforms by a few mpg against top competitors.
2020 Honda Insight Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What's new
- No significant changes for the 2020 Insight
- Part of the third Insight generation introduced for 2019
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Honda Insight LX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.84 per gallon for regular unleaded in California.
Monthly estimates based on costs in California
$116/mo  for Insight LX
Insight LX
vs
$227/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
4.5 out of 5 stars4.5/5Excellent
#5 out of 6 among Alternative Fuel Vehicles
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Honda Insight from 2008-2022.$319/yr
vs. $377/yr
for Average Alternative Fuel Vehicle
for Average Alternative Fuel Vehicle
Frequency
The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).0.76x/yr
vs. 0.52x/yr
for Average Alternative Fuel Vehicle
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Severity
The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).9.1%
vs. 8.3%
for Average Alternative Fuel Vehicle
for Average Alternative Fuel Vehicle
powered by RepairPal Based on RepairPal reliability data as of 8/23/2023. Ratings are provided by RepairPal and Edmunds is not responsible for their accuracy.
Honda Insight Reviews
Owner Reviews
5(86%)
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Sports mode vs economy mode
5 out of 5 starsRick in Seattle , 02/04/2020
2020 Honda Insight LX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
I have owned the new Insight for a year now and I think I understand how the sports mode can help reduce the occasional high revs that occur in the engine when the electric battery pack is low.
The sports mode keeps the battery pack at least half full to full so your car has the power to handle passing, and smoothly get up steep hills and mountains.
In the economy mode the battery is … often low and causes the engine to rev up a lot to get up the steep hills, or to pass a vehicle in the fast lane.
I recommend using the sports mode in mountainous areas and the economy mode in flat areas.
Truly a super value hybrid
5 out of 5 starsSocali, 01/11/2020
2020 Honda Insight EX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2020 Insight EX has given me amazing mpg, especially in traffic. Value also comes from the technology, and it looks fabulous. I trust Hondas build quality, and for the price you get more than you would expect, but dont expect a luxury ride, just a better ride than a Prius, and looks way betterr than a Prius, in my opinion. Putting it into Sport mode, I find its surprisingly peppy and … fun. Again, for its price, any "cons" are easy to deal with. I love this car.
The Insider
5 out of 5 starsThe ultimate driver, 12/13/2019
2020 Honda Insight EX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Had the car over a year. Really nice car. It is quiet and rides like a compact luxury car. It is solid and fast. Have no problems getting up to speed especially in sport mode. So far, I am getting about 47 miles per gallon in mixed driving not bad for an aggressive driver. When the gas engine kicks in it is noticeable. It is really not that bad when you get use to it. I think that … it is more noticeable because the car is super quiet otherwise. It is a typical Honda. It cannot be beat for the price. I have the 2020 EX. The driver's seat would be more comfortable with lumbar support and power adjustments. My biggest complaints are that auto play only works on Apple phones will not connect with an android phone and does not come with a spare tire. Both of those would have been deal breakers for me if I would have known at time of purchase. The fit and finish is excellent. It handles the road exceptionally well at high speeds no wind noise and very little road noise. So far, I think that the Insight is an excellent car. If I had to do it over again, I would get the top of the line model with leather, sun roof and power seats basically because the car drives, rides, handles and looks like an entry level luxury car. The radio sound quality in the EX is excellent. Overall, the Insight is a great value for the money. One year later still an excellent car. The ride is excellent on all roads. I have over 8 thousand miles with no issues or problems.
Commuter's Dream
5 out of 5 starsKim H, 11/02/2019
2020 Honda Insight Touring 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
I have owned Hondas exclusively for the last 13 years. I have loved them all. I bought this somewhat on a whim because I drive over mountains 80 miles round trip daily and my 2005 CRV-SE is getting old and is thirsty. The MPG was the biggest influence in my choice but the aesthetic over the Prius was the big bonus. I bought the Touring Edition and my favorite feature is ELECTRIC SEATS! … I have the seat all the way up because it sits low and I have old knees. This brings me to my ONLY criticism of this car. I'm only 5'6" and with the seat up my hair, yes I have big hair...go '80's, brushes the ceiling sometimes. It is annoying. But there is nothing else about the car I don't love. It is PEPPY. I've only driven in EV mode. I drive over mountains on interstate with zero problems. I'm a bit of a hard pedal pusher and I get at least 46 MPG driving 70 - 75mph most of 65 miles of my daily commute. The cameras and adaptive cruise control are amazing assistants for night driving. The car is breathtaking in my opinion. I was really worried having never owned a hybrid that it would not be powerful but that is not a worry. It giddies up. For $27k, you won't find a more dynamic, beautiful, reliable vehicle anywhere.
2020 Insight Highlights
LX
| Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $22,930 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Hybrid |
| Combined MPG | 52 MPG |
| Cost to Drive | $116/month |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 15.1 cu.ft. |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
| Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Insight models:
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Warns if a front collision is imminent and automatically applies the brakes if the driver doesn't respond in time.
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Warns if your vehicle is drifting out of its lane and corrects steering back to center if the driver doesn't respond.
- Honda LaneWatch
- Projects a view of the side blind spot when the turn signal is activated to show you if a vehicle or other object is present.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover5 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover9.3%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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