2004 Honda Insight

Price Estimate: $2,229 - $7,889

Honda Insight Reviews

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Woody Smith, 12/31/2004
2004 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
Mine is a 2000 Insight purchased in March, 2000. It now has 116,000 miles on the odometer and has been absolutely trouble free. I mean, not even as much as a single lightbulb has ever needed replacement. In brief, it is the very best car I have ever owned by a VERY wide margin, and I've owned a few, including a big Mercedes, two BMWs, two Volvos, an Alfa Romeo, and other … nice cars. It's a spectacular long-distance cruiser -- I once went over 800 miles actually nonstop, and only stopped then because I had to pee -- I still had gasoline left in the 10.6 gal tank. It's quiet and comfy and is the only car I've ever owned where I don't need the seat all the way back. I absolutely LOVE it!
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Gordon Shepherd, 06/08/2006
2004 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
For economy, the only car I feel could beat the Insight would be an electric car recharged with solar panels. Its aerodynamics makes it almost uneffected by wind for safety as well as energy efficiency. Only drawback is that it carries onlt 2 people, but the space is very ample and comfortable for those 2 people. I know I can race any car on the road to the end of our tanks, and win. The … place where it wins the nicest is at the pump at every fillup.
2004 Honda Insight
rabbit 162, 05/05/2004
2004 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
The fuel economy is incredible! Even though the car is rated at only 87hp, it has plenty of power. Unfortunately, it is not equipped with cruise control, to which I have become accustomed. Also, rear visibility has been sacrificed in the interest of styling.
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Baron, 12/30/2004
2004 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
This is a vehicle worthy of your disposable dollars. I have an automatic and the only disappointing item about this vehicle is that the fuel estimates should be revised with each number going down by 10 (highway/City). Even then it is a great buy. I purchased based on the epa estimates. They were close but not quite right. I would but it again and again. I am funding … my 401k catch up contribution with the gas savings that I am receiving. I cant imagine why anyone would pay such ridiculous prices for gas anymore. I guess it was because we didnt have a choice. Now we do.

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Frontal Barrier Crash RatingRating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash RatingRating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier RatingRating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
PassengerNot Rated
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Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
RolloverRating
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

FAQ

Is the Honda Insight a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2004 Insight both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2004 Insight gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 62 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Insight has 16.3 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Honda Insight. Learn more

Is the Honda Insight reliable?

To determine whether the Honda Insight is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Insight. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Insight's 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2004 Honda Insight a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2004 Honda Insight is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2004 Insight gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 62 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2004 Insight is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2004 Honda Insight?

The least-expensive 2004 Honda Insight is the 2004 Honda Insight 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric mild hybrid 5M). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $19,180.

Other versions include:

  • 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric mild hybrid 5M) which starts at $19,180
  • 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric mild hybrid 5M) which starts at $20,380
  • 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric mild hybrid CVT) which starts at $21,380
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What are the different models of Honda Insight?

If you're interested in the Honda Insight, the next question is, which Insight model is right for you? Insight variants include 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric mild hybrid 5M), 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric mild hybrid 5M), and 2dr Hatchback w/Air Conditioning (1.0L 3cyl gas/electric mild hybrid CVT). For a full list of Insight models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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