Honda Insight Hatchback

Honda Insight (2009-2014) review

Has Honda’s Insight got what it takes to tackle the all-conquering Toyota Prius hybrid?

In-depth reviews

6 May 2014

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Honda Insight vs Leon Ecomotive

Is hybrid technology the answer to minimising fuel station stops? We put Honda’s new Insight to the test.

Car group tests

14 Mar 2011

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Honda Insight

Does raft of changes make hybrid a true rival to the Prius?

Road tests

12 Nov 2010

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Honda Insight: 4,479 miles

Despite a chilling reputation, there’s nothing to be afraid of on excellent-value hybrid.

Long-term tests

20 Nov 2009

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Group economy challenge

We drive five very different cars all claimed to offer 60-mpg plus from our London base to Newcastle to see whether they really can deliver. Get ready…

Car group tests

9 Oct 2009

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Honda Insight

There are niggles behind wheel, but hybrid still adds up.

Long-term tests

18 Sep 2009

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Honda Insight: 1,485 miles

SECOND REPORT: It’s back to the workshop for our hybrid after an unfortunate scrape!

Long-term tests

17 Jul 2009

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Honda Insight: 416 miles

FIRST REPORT: We’re house hunting in our new hybrid… but will we be ‘sold’ on its talents?

Long-term tests

15 May 2009

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Honda Insight

New hybrid looks great value. How does it cope with UK roads?

Road tests

13 Feb 2009

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Honda Insight ES-T

Bargain-priced hybrid gunning for new Prius

Road tests

23 Jan 2009

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Honda Insight

Can Japanese rival finally steal Toyota Prius’s hybrid crown? We hit the road in newcomer to reveal all.

Road tests

14 Jan 2009