Honda Insight 2009–2012 car dimensions: 4395 mm long, 1695 mm wide and 1425 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,276 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 408 litres.
Automatic climate control is standard on all grades. Cruise control comes on higher trims such as ES, HE and Elegance. Rear parking sensors appear on upper grades like HS and Elegance. A touchscreen features with the optional or higher-trim navigation system. The dual-zone instrument display and Eco Assist coaching aid efficient driving. Standard safety includes VSA stability control, ABS with brake assist, six airbags and hill start assist.
Boot holds 408 litres with seats up. Folding the 60/40 rear seats creates a flat floor and up to 1017 litres. Battery pack sits under the floor with a small extra underfloor well.
The car is not designed to tow a trailer and official capacity is zero. Payload capacity is 374 kg based on kerb and gross weights. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed.
The cabin seats five adults with highly supportive seats in quality fabrics. Automatic climate control is standard to keep temperature steady. Front heated seats come on higher grades. Fold-away armrests front and rear add comfort. Dual-zone dashboard puts key info in easy view. Rear seats split 60/40 and fold flat for practical load space. Headroom feels increased for better ease on longer trips.
Combined fuel use 4.4 l/100 km with CO2 at 101 g/km
Service interval 12,500 miles
Euro NCAP overall 5 stars
Standard kit includes six airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, VSA and ISOFIX
IMA hybrid warranty up to 8 years / 160,000 km
The 1.3 i-VTEC petrol engine pairs with IMA electric assist and CVT for smooth low-use running. Eco Assist coaches efficient driving via speedo colour and flower score. Idle stop cuts fuel and emissions at rest. Real-world figures stay close when driven gently.
Maintenance Minder tracks oil, filters and fluids based on actual use. Intervals start at 12,500 miles or yearly. Hybrid battery and IMA parts carry long cover. Routine checks keep the system reliable over high miles.
Euro NCAP gave five stars with strong adult and pedestrian scores. ACE body structure spreads crash forces. Full airbags, active headrests, VSA and brake aids are standard. ISOFIX and seatbelt reminders protect families.
The hybrid setup needs little extra care beyond normal service. Long warranties and proven reliability make ownership straightforward. Parts stay available and costs stay low when maintained on schedule.
Length 4395 mm, Width 1695 mm, Height 1425 mm, Wheelbase 2545 mm (Insight 2009–2012)
Sources: manufacturer data, Honda Sverige Insight specification sheet 03/09, Honda UK Insight press kit, Honda Europe pre-homologation technical data lists ground clearance as.