Facts about the 2000 Honda Insight Base
When you think of the “Honda Insight” what will usually come to mind for Honda enthusiasts is quality, stability and lots of history. The Insight has been one of the premier vehicles of the Honda line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 2000 model is no exception. The Honda Insight falls into the hatchback for the family category.
Under the Hood
Standard equipment in the Insight for 1999 and 2000 includes the 1.0 liter engine by Honda, weighing in at 3 cylinders and twelve valves. A 5-speed Standard Transaxle puts the power of the VTEC-E engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Insight.
The Insight uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
94.50 of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits 53.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 3 doors. The dimensions of the Insight Base are 155.10 inches long by 66.70 inches wide.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a car. The Honda Insight lists at $18,880 when new. The dealer cost on the car was $17,439. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 3-door hatchback.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2000 Insight is a traditional PGM-FI, running on ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 10.60 gallons.
The 2000 Insight gets 70 miles/gallon on the highway and only 61 in the city. This is subpar for a hatchback car.
What We Think of the Honda Insight
In summation the 2000 Honda Insight Base was a great success. Honda responded to critisims about the 1999 Insight and made sweeping changes. The result is a great car and even better hatchback. Let’s hope the Honda Insight for 2000 is a sign of the future.