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Compare Honda Insight vs Nissan Maxima

2019 Honda Insight
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$22,930
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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2018 Nissan Maxima
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$33,420
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6.8
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Overview

Engine
1.5-liter Inline-4 Hybrid
Engine
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 55 MPG
Hwy: 49 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.1 ft³
Trunk Volume
14.3 ft³

Photos

2019 Honda Insight Hatchback Front Side in Motion
2019 Honda Insight Hatchback Rear Angle in Motion
2019 Honda Insight Hatchback Driver and Passenger Front View
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2016-2018 Nissan Maxima Front Angle View
2016-2018 Nissan Maxima Rear Angle View
2016-2018 Nissan Maxima
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5-liter Inline-4 Hybrid
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Horsepower
151 hp @ 6000 rpm
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque
99 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.7 ft
N/A

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
16" x 7"
18" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 7"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P215/55VR16
P245/45VR18
Rear Tire
P215/55VR16
P245/45VR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
52 MPG
25 MPG
City
55 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
49 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
3.4 Tons/yr
7.0 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gallons
18 gallons
Cruising Range City
583 miles
378 miles
Cruising Range Highway
519.4 miles
540 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.6 in
192.8 in
Height
55.6 in
56.5 in
Max Width
71.6 in
73.2 in
Front Width
60.9 in
62.4 in
Rear Width
61.6 in
62.4 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
109.3 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
45 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.4 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.9 in
56.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.7 in
54.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
34.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
36.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55 in
55.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
47.3 in
53.5 in

Weight and Trailing

Curb Weight
2,987 lbs
3,478 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
15.1 ft³
14.3 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Aegean Blue Metallic
  • Cosmic Blue Metallic
  • Crimson Pearl
  • Crystal Black Pearl
  • Lunar Silver Metallic
  • Modern Steel Metallic
  • White Orchid Pearl
  • Brilliant Silver
  • Carnelian Red
  • Deep Blue Pearl
  • Gun Metallic
  • Pearl White
  • Super Black

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Ivory, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Charcoal, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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