Especificaciones y análisis del Honda Insight
Power
98HP
Torque
78Nm
Consumption
4.3l/100
Emissions
100g/km
0-100 km/h
12.4s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
1276kg
Price
22,200€
Technical summary
Híbrido
Automático Múltiplesv
FWD
5 / 5 doors
408 L
40 L
10 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda Insight 1.3 i-VTEC IMA Executive CVT · 98 CV (2012)
General description
The 2012 Honda Insight is not just a car, it's a statement of intent. At a time when hybridization was still an unexplored territory for many, Honda gave us an accessible and pragmatic vision of the future. This vehicle was born with the noble purpose of making efficient and ecological driving a tangible reality for the average driver, a pioneer that paved the way with intelligence and humility.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Insight is an experience of serenity and efficiency. Don't look for acceleration that pins you to your seat; instead, you'll find a smooth and progressive power delivery, orchestrated by its IMA hybrid system and CVT transmission. The feeling is of gliding over the asphalt with a clear purpose: to maximize every drop of fuel. The silence in transitions and the constant feedback on your efficiency make you a more conscious driver, feeling the satisfaction of smart and calm driving.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is unmistakable and dictated by aerodynamics. The 'Kammback' silhouette not only gives it a unique personality, almost futuristic for its time, but is a key piece of its efficiency. Inside, you are greeted by a cockpit that seems taken from a spaceship, with a digital instrument cluster that informs you and teaches you to drive more ecologically. It's a functional design that makes you feel part of the technology.
Technology and features
The heart of the Insight is its IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) hybrid system. Unlike other hybrids, here the 14 hp electric motor acts as a faithful squire to the 1.3-liter gasoline engine, assisting it to reduce consumption and emissions. It is not a car for driving long distances in purely electric mode, but an ingenious and lightweight system that constantly optimizes performance. The automatic CVT transmission and the ECON mode complete a technological package focused one hundred percent on savings.
Competition
Its great rival, the shadow that always accompanied it, was undoubtedly the Toyota Prius. While the Prius offered a 'full hybrid' experience with greater electric capacity, the Insight countered with a more affordable price and a mechanical simplicity that many valued. It was a fascinating battle between two hybridization philosophies, where the Insight represented the more rational and direct option to access an ECO label.
Conclusion
The 2012 Honda Insight is more than just a means of transportation; it is a milestone in automotive history. It represents Honda's courage to offer a logical and efficient alternative in an emerging market. Although it may not have had the overwhelming success of its competitor, its legacy endures. It is a car for those who value engineering, efficiency, and conscious driving above all else. A choice of the heart and reason for the eco-friendly driver.