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SO MUCH FUN I WANT TWO
FRED, 06/22/2006
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is the most fun car to drive and for a 6'4" guy, comfortable and zippy.I want to buy another in a different color it is so much fun. I have a Mercedes convertible, a Lexus Wagon and my daughter a new Cabriolet. You can have all of them. I like driving alone and have as much space in the back of my Insight as my Lexus. I am going to dump my others and get a blue one. I may not drive that much, but I get there faster than the huge SUVs who try and kill me out of jealousy. Never seem to put gas..what high prices? It is so quiet I never know if it is running. This is the least written or reviewed hybrid because it isn't a family car. I am glad I got rid of them.
2003 used purshase
wildbill53, 04/15/2014
updated 10/17/2016
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I Bought it with 76,000 miles. IMA battery was replaced and all recalls/updates completed. I drive 240 miles a day from Tucson to Phoenix and back. I have 109,000 on it now. Fun to drive but does require a certain personality to drive. Meaning that you can't get on the gas all the time and expect the battery to stay charged. Also staying light on the gas will defiantly improve mileage. If I keep it around 65 I can get over 80 mpg going to Phoenix and around 65 on the trip back(Phoenix is 1526 ft lower than Tucson). So my tank average is around 67 to 72. My worst is around 57mpg but that is a windy day, no drafting, A/C on and going 75+ mph. It can top 90+mpg with drafting and 62mph UPDATE 10/15/2016. it has been 159000 miles since my last review. Car is at 268000 miles on odometer. I've replaced the clutch,12v battery,spark plugs, front brake pads and rotors. I had to repair rear shocks since Honda wants to put me in debt for the price they want and noone sells aftermarket. Over all I wish Honda would start production of the first generation again.
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onlyjazz, 12/27/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The handling up and through mountain passes was amazing. I passed many other cars going up the passes. The batteries charged well going down the other side. I had the opportunity in Montana to test for top speed on a long level road. I was amazed at the result: 105 mph. The car was overload with travel necessities, but performed and handled well.
It doesn't get any better than this!
Tim Guiles, 03/04/2004
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
In the summer I get 85 miles to the gallon while driving normally through the mountains and valleys of Vermont. This car is great in the snow - - - I live 2 miles off the paved road at the end of a small dirt road and I continue to be impressed by the capabilities of this car.
A sweet little ride!
rubian77, 08/03/2005
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
If you're looking for a car that is great on gas mileage but you don't need a ton of cargo room, this is the vehicle for you! Even with only 3 cylinders, this little buggy has a good amount of get-up-and-go. Driving in the snow is trickier; you just have to take it easy and give yourself more time. Some say it's uncomfortable, but I don't think it's that bad - and I spend about 75-80 minutes driving one way. Repairs don't cost any more than other cars, despite the hybrid technology.
First impressions very positive
spinoza, 03/18/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We've had ours for a month now and it's been a lot of fun to do drive. It drives and handles much like a little sports car (the Miata comes to mind), and we've had little problem adjusting to it being a hybrid. Features like the auto-stop and motor-assist are intuitive and easy to adjust to. It's amazing to see it already averaging over 50 miles a gallon in heavy city driving. The car has impressive acceleration and speed, and has no problems keeping up with traffic and passing. It's also very smooth and quiet.
My spacepod flies
mjrogers, 04/29/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My spacepod flies. I had no idea these hybrid's electric motor give it strong torque for accelleration. So far my lifetime mpg is 74 mpg (lots of highway driving at constant velocity.)
LOVE IT!!!!!
Ariel Post, 05/05/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is off the hook! I love it and the best part is is that it is sooo incredibly healthy for the environment. I feel so good when I drive it because I finally feel like I'm not hurting the environment at all.
The perfect car for me.
liamblake, 05/29/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
If you are looking for a car that you can live in (assuming that you are living in your car by yourself) this is the car for you. Design is flawless and the gas mileage speeks for itself. When driving for long distances on the interstate it's more like sailing than driving. The car cruises along with so little wind noise it's such a pleasure to drive.
Totally cool/fun
fritz, 10/11/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car after 3 test drives. It took a little getting used to the way it runs, but it handles well, is pretty quick, and the coolness factor is not to be believed! My partner and I fight to drive it, and have taken many road trips around California. It is a Honda, so the usual fine fit and materials are evident throughout. The car is quiet, the seats very comfortable, and the climate control system is flawless. In all, I will drive this rig into the ground!!
great car for a guy to commute.
crazyjake1982, 03/14/2010
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in march of 2003 and I have put 130,000 miles on it. It has been very reliable and rugged. I drive 52 miles one way to work and I get an honest 60 miles per gallon on every tank full. It is not good on snow being so low, and it's performance on ice was terrible with the original tires, I soon bought snow tires and that was well worth the money. I love this car.
Great two person car
catmwarrior, 05/29/2010
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am the original owner of the 2003 Insight I have. Easy to maintain. I have the four speaker, six disk change, and tape player for a radio. Sounds really good. The car does have a lot of road noise, but dependable, great on gas, and easy to use. I am 6'-2" and I have plenty of room in it for me. I drove mine from Mojave California to Pennsylvania on only four tanks of gas. I only drove it at 55 MPH the whole why though. I usually spend less than $600 dollars on gas for the whole year!
nice
huh?, 07/29/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
this is the best car ive ever owned
WOW !
Jimbeemer, 01/17/2005
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought this Insight yesterday and I can sum it up so far by saying WOW! This car is spacious for 2 adults, comfortable (almost like my Civic and much better than my Miata), fun to drive, gets great mileage (55 mpg with CVT so far after 900 miles and during the winter), has award-winning engineering and design, has the typical Honda fabulous build quality and attention to detail, and has slick cutting-edge technology everwhere you look (hybrid IMA system, silky smooth CVT transmission, electric power steering, automatic HVAC system, ABS brakes, and the list goes on-and-on).
Great Car!
SL, 01/19/2007
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is great...I wish there were more cubbyholes in the car to put change, DL, etc. The car is tiny but it performs extremely well. Drives like a normal car but half the price at the station.
What a little wonder!
Vince , 04/24/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car! people said it was a bit slow...I don't think so! It easily keeps up with and passes traffic, and yes, on the freeway as well. Nice pull for what it is! slower than an S2000? sure, but definetly no slouch. Nice job Honda!
Insight
cars, 10/09/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's great. The perfect car for anyone.
FUN TOY
FRED SARABIA, 11/18/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have four cars including Mercedes Convertible,VW Cabriolet,Mazda truck and the Insight....I practically NEVER drive the others and sometimes have to jump start them I have so much fun in the Insight....zippy and have only filled in 4 times since I bought it in March......
Great Car!! Ignore Consumer Reports
J Baxter, 01/11/2006
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car in 2003 so I could retire my 1987 BMW convertible to preserve it. Interior layout and "look,touch,feel" very similar to BMW, so I was at home right away. Acceleration is zippy, but not faster than the rest of the pack. Handling is really good and suspension is very taut (like performance-oriented European cars). Lifetime average fuel economy has been about 56 mpg and 60+ on the highway is the norm. Tires are the biggest problem with stock setup-the OEM Bridgestone Potenzas stink. Am now using 1+ size Kuhmo Solus so handling is vastly improved esp. under wet/snowy road conditions. Totally reliable car, and outstanding dealer support (way better than Audi/BMW dealers).
Mower POWER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Xsight, 04/10/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I received my 2000 Honda Insight as an early Christmas present and I simply love it! The Insight is a great little performer with potential to be the next type of car to tune-up. I've had my Insight up to 90MPH and it felt nice and solid at that speed! The Insight is a great-looking futuristic machine with loads of possibilities.
Most Wonderful Car ever made
nth, 08/22/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The insight is the best car ever. Ultra high gas milage and handles like a beaut. I'll drive these hybrids forever!!
THE MOST FUN CAR EVER
MANY CARS, 09/02/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have five cars including classics, MB's,Wagon, Truck,and if I had to throw them all away in order to keep driving my Insight, I would do it...This car is so much fun and a fill up every few months.....It is low, spiffy, LOTS of zip, and I NEVER have to drive other couples home.The rear is easier to load than my Lexus.I love it that my Insight turns more heads than $100,000 guzzlers.
Positive Review
Charliebm04, 12/22/2003
2003 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the car 12/18/2004. this is a new 2004 with a few Improvements. The Dealership. I would rate at a 3 they did the paper work and that was it. The salesman, Spencer: never even met him, he had another salesman do the work. The car However. Fantastic, 67mpg right off the showroom floor. The acceleration really suprised me. It has the git up and go when you need it. For and general runaround or work car. There is no better car on the Market, YET. C-mon Honda you can do better. C-mon People, Keep your website up to date.