There have been several award-winning cars from Honda over the years, including the Honda Insight of 2001. There are one trim levels to the Insight, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2000 the popular 1.0 liter VTEC-E has made this a popular choice for hatchback buyers around the world. Competition from Ford is plentiful.
Performance
Standard equipment in the Insight for 2000 and 2001 includes the 1.0 liter engine by Honda, weighing in at 3 cylinders and twelve valves. The VTEC-E engine is mated to a Honda 4-speed Transaxle. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Insight.
The fuel system for the 2001 Insight is a PGM-FI design, running on ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 10.60 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Insight has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Insight Base are 66.70 inches wide by 155.10 inches long. It sits 53.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 3 doors. The wheelbase of 94.50 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $18,980 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $17,541. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 3-door Hatchback.
The standard warranty period for the Insight is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the powertrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the hatchback market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2001 Insight gets 68 miles/gallon on the highway and only 61 in the city. This is average for a hatchback car. The great gas mileage nature of the car is trend setting
In Summary
There are several reasons why the Honda Insight Base sold well in 2001. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Honda, specifically a Insight.
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