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Honda Insight
2021 Honda Insight
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$23,130
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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Volkswagen Passat
2021 Volkswagen Passat
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$23,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Overview

Engine
1.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 55 MPG
Hwy: 49 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.1 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.9 ft³

Photos

Honda Insight
2019-2021 Honda Insight Hatchback Rear View Driving
2019-2021 Honda Insight Hatchback Dashboard
82
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Volkswagen Passat
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
40
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
107 hp @ 6000 rpm
174 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque
99 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,987 lbs
3,314 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
52 MPG
28 MPG
City
55 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
49 MPG
36 MPG

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
583 miles
444 miles
Cruising Range Highway
519.4 miles
666 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.6 in
193.6 in
Height
55.6 in
58 in
Max Width
71.6 in
72.2 in
Front Width
60.9 in
62.1 in
Rear Width
61.6 in
61 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
110.4 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
42.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
38.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.9 in
56.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.7 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
39.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55 in
57 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
47.3 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
15.1 ft³
15.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.7 ft
36.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 7"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 7"
17" x 7"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P215/55VR16
P215/55HR17
Rear Tire
P215/55VR16
P215/55HR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Modern Steel Metallic
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Platinum Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Reflex Silver Metallic
  • Tourmaline Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

Platinum White Pearl
Aurora Red Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Titan Black, Cloth Seating Surfaces

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 Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
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
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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