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2022 Honda Insight review

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Pros

  • Easy-to-learn infotainment interface
  • Lively hybrid powertrain
  • Spacious passenger environment

Cons

  • Some exterior noise can be intrusive

Mileage (EPA estimate)

51 city, 45 highway, 48 combined

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What is new for the 2022 Honda Insight?

  • The LX trim has been discontinued for 2022.
  • Insight trims have been upgraded with Parking Sensors and CD Audio as standard equipment this year.

2022 Honda Insight trims

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  • 151-hp, 99-lb-ft of torque 1.5L
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Side Airbags
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Defroster
  • Cruise Control
  • Cloth Seats
  • Power Mirrors
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5 reasons to buy the 2022 Honda Insight

1. Impressive fuel economy

The headline of the 2022 Honda Insight is its EPA-estimated 52 mpg fuel economy combined with the hybrid powertrain.

 Since the average car gets less than half that mileage, the Insight's fuel economy is a great reason to consider this car. Whether you're commuting, taking care of carpool pickups, or traveling on long-haul adventures with the family, get ready to save time away from the pump with the Honda Insight.

2. Electric motor at the heart of the vehicle

The 2022 Honda Insight is a hybrid vehicle with a gas engine and electric motor, pumping out a combined 151 hp. With a 1.5L four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor, the Insight is a thrifty addition to any driveway. And you'll love how the electric motor can power the Insight on its own—it'll kick in when driving around the city or in traffic.

3. Two well-equipped trims

For 2022, a big change to the Honda Insight is the discontinuation of the LX base trim. That means you have two unique trims to choose from—EX and Touring—and those trims are now better equipped as standard. Features include an automatic transmission, smart key, and available remote start.

 Note that Honda plans to discontinue the Insight after the 2022 model year.

4. Plenty of standard driver aids

The 2022 Honda Insight EX and Touring trims have a suite of driver aids, including lane departure warning, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, automated emergency braking, parking sensors, and traction control. In addition, you'll get adaptive cruise control, which automatically adjusts your speed if you're in slow-moving traffic.

5. Tech-filled Touring trim

Looking for a touch of luxury? The trim-topping 2022 Honda Insight Touring delivers a bevy of infotainment and comfort technologies. Up front, the seats are heated, and the driver's seat is eight-way power-adjustable. You'll love the leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, 10-speaker audio system, and available Wi-Fi hotspot.

 Plus, you can stay connected via the standard eight-inch touchscreen center console with Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™ and Bluetooth® capabilities.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

3.5 out of 5

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RepairPal reliability rating

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. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

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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.

Cost

According to RepairPal, cost is the average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle. Higher average cost alone does not necessarily mean a vehicle is less reliable.

The related cost of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Honda Insight is $319, compared to an average of $371 for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Frequency

According to RepairPal, frequency is the average number of times the vehicle is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal reports that it calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year for each make and model; and that controls are included to omit small routine visits to shops (such as for oil changes).

The frequency of such visits for a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

According to RepairPal, Honda Insight owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.8 times per year, compared to an average of 0.5 times for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Severity

According to RepairPal, severity measures the probability that a repair will be a major issue. RepairPal reports that an issue is considered severe if a repair costs three-times 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).

The severity of repairs for a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 9% for the Honda Insight, compared to an average of 9% for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Honda Insight features and specs

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EX 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

Actual features may vary per car. Visit a car's detail page for a list of its actual features or contact us for more details.

  • Parking Sensors

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

1.5L

Horsepower

151

Torque (ft-lbs)

99

Engine type

Hybrid

Fuel capacity

10.6

Wheelbase

106.3"

Overall length

183.6"

Width

71.6"

Height

55.6"

Leg room

F 42.3"/R 37.4"

Head room

F 39.3"/R 36.9"

Front tires

P215/55VR16

Rear tires

P215/55VR16

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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