2010 Honda Insight EX - Overview
A wide range of extras for driver and passengers
The Insight EX offers a range of extras that enhance performance, utility and appearance. Premium features include Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters and cruise control. Driver and passengers alike will appreciate the 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters) and USB audio* interface. Inside, the Insight EX includes a center console with armrest and storage compartment, seat back pockets, map and glove compartment lights and driver- and passenger-side vanity mirrors for extra utility, while outside it offers turn signal-equipped door mirrors with heating and defrost and variable intermittent wipers for extra convenience in rough weather. 15-inch alloy wheels nicely complement the new Insight’s sporty look. For precise guidance on the roads, the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with voice recognition and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® is also available.
- Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)
- Available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with voice recognition
- Available (with navigation) Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
- Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
- Cruise control
- 6 speakers (2 tweeters added)
- USB audio interface
- Center console with armrest and storage compartment
- Seat back pockets
- Map lights
- Glove compartment lights
- Driver- and passenger-side vanity mirrors
- Turn signal-integrated side mirrors with heat and defrost
- Variable intermittent wipers
- 15-inch alloy wheels
Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™
The Insight EX is available with Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with a 6.5-inch touch screen display. The voice recognition system is capable of recognizing and inputting numbers, street names and cities, in addition to more than 600 standard commands. Turn-by-turn voice guidance is user selectable in either male or female voice and can be turned off at any time. Destination memory recalls current trip addresses and previous destinations. A calendar and calculator with imperial-to-metric converter are standard. The navigation system can be controlled by the driver through the voice recognition system, the touch screen display, or the joystick on the instrument panel.
Steering wheel–mounted paddle shifters
Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters deliver direct, seven-speed access to the continuously variable transmission (CVT) for quick, precise, racing-inspired shifting control. The two paddles are located on the right and left of the steering wheel and allow the driver to shift up or down for added control. The transmission provides two shifting patterns: Drive and Sport. When the Insight’s main shifter is in normal Drive mode (D), the left paddle shifter can be used to downshift. The transmission reverts to fully automatic mode whenever it senses the driver has returned to cruising. An indicator in the tachometer informs the driver what gear the vehicle is in and blinks when downshifting is not possible. Sport mode (S) gives the driver complete command, remaining in the selected gear until the driver elects to change it manually, for maximum control during spirited driving.
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)
Available on the Insight EX, the Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) is an electronic stability control system that works together with the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Traction Control System (TCS) to enhance vehicle controllability in oversteer or understeer situations. VSA® applies finely modulated brake force to one or more wheels independently to help the driver keep the vehicle on the intended travel path. Drive-by-Wire™ (DBW) is also called upon to control the throttle and regulate engine torque if needed.
Oversteer mitigation
Should sudden steering or throttle input induce the rear wheels to slip toward the outside of the curve in an oversteer situation, the system applies braking force to the outside front and rear wheels to counteract this unwanted yaw motion and restore vehicle stability.
Understeer mitigation
Should the front wheels begin to slide toward the outside of the turn in an understeer situation, engine torque is decreased and braking force is applied to the inside rear wheel to help keep the vehicle on the intended travel path.
Launch/traction mitigation
When on road surfaces with different left/right grip level, engine torque is decreased and braking force applied to the wheel on the surface with the lower grip to help prevent wheel spin, increasing acceleration off the line or traction on an upward slope. If during startup one of the drive wheels starts to lose traction, the system regulates engine torque and provides optimal brake force distribution to control wheel spin. The system optimizes brake force distribution to all four wheels for improved stability under braking, even on road surfaces with different left/right grip level.
Brake Control
The system optimizes brake force distribution to all four wheels for improved stability under braking even on road surfaces with different left/right grip level.
Center console with armrest and storage compartment
The center console of the Insight EX features an armrest for extra comfort, USB connectivity for an iPod and a storage compartment for CDs, DVDs and other items. A band under the armrest cover holds sunglasses or other small items.
15-inch alloy wheels
The premium 15-inch aluminum alloy wheels of the Insight EX have a sporty, aggressive-looking seven-spoke design that gives a feeling of extra size. Sharp lines add a feeling of momentum, while the deeply carved concave surfaces provide a striking machined look and contribute to weight reduction.
* The USB audio interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA®, or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your dealer for details on compatibility.
** iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod not included.
2010 Honda Insight Pricing and EPA Data
Model | Transmission | MSRP* | EPA** City/Hwy/Combined |
Insight LX | CVT | $19,800 | 40/43/41 |
Insight EX | CVT | $21,300 | 40/43/41 |
Insight EX with Navigation | CVT | $23,100 | 40/43/41 |
*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $710.00 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary **Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. |
2010 Honda Insight Specifications and Features
ENGINEERING | LX | EX |
Engine Type | In-Line 4-Cylinder | In-Line 4-Cylinder |
Engine Block/Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy |
Displacement (L/cc) | 1.3/1339 | 1.3/1339 |
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net, combined gasoline engine + IMA motor) | 98 @ 5800 | 98 @ 5800 |
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 123 @ 1000 - 1500 | 123 @ 1000 - 1500 |
Redline (rpm) | 6200 | 6200 |
Bore and Stroke (mm) | 73 x 80 | 73 x 80 |
Compression Ratio | 10.8 : 1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Valve Train | 8-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® | 8-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® |
Multi-Point Fuel Injection | • | • |
Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System | • | • |
Front-Wheel Drive | • | • |
Ecological Drive Assist System (Eco Assist ™) | • | • |
Emissions Rating | AT-PZEV / ULEV | AT-PZEV / ULEV |
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | • | • |
100K +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups* | • | • |
* Does not apply to fluid and filter changes. May vary with driving conditions. See your owner's manual for more details. ** AT-PZEV models are certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and are available in California and certain states that adopted the CARB certification standards (CA, CT, MA, ME, NJ, NY, OR, RI, VT). ULEV-rated in all other states. | ||
ELECTRIC MOTOR/GENERATOR | LX | EX |
DC Brusless Motor* | • | • |
Power Output @ rpm, kW (hp) | 10 (13) @ 1500 | 10 (13) @ 1500 |
Torque @rpm (lb-ft.) | 123 @ 1000 - 1700 | 123 @ 1000 - 1700 |
*Note: Permanent Magnet AC Synchronous | ||
ELECTRIC POWER STORAGE | LX | EX |
Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Battery | • | • |
Output (Volts) | 100.8 | 100.8 |
Rated Capacity (ampere-hours) | 5.75 | 5.75 |
TRANSMISSION | LX | EX |
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | • | with Paddle Shifter System |
Gear Ratios: 3.172~0.529, Reverse: 4.511~1.693, Final Drive: 4.20 | ||
BODY/SUSPENSION/CHASSIS | LX | EX |
Unit-Body Construction | • | • |
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | • | • |
Torsion-Beam Rear Suspension | • | • |
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front) | 18.0 / 16.0 | 18.0 / 16.0 |
Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) |
• | • |
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | 3.29 | 3.29 |
Steering Ratio | 16.73 | 16.73 |
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft) | 36.1 | 36.1 |
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes (in, front/rear) |
10.3 / 7.9 | 10.3 / 7.9 |
Wheels | 15" with Full Covers | 15" Alloy |
All-Season Tires | 175 / 65 R15 84S | 175 / 65 R15 84S |
Compact Spare Tire | • | • |
EXTERIOR MEASUREMENTS | LX | EX |
Wheelbase (in) | 100.4 | 100.4 |
Length (in) | 172.3 | 172.3 |
Height (in) | 56.2 | 56.2 |
Width (in) | 66.7 | 66.7 |
Track (in, front/rear) | 58.7 / 58.1 | 58.7 / 58.1 |
Curb Weight (lbs) | 2723 | 2727 / 2734 (Navi) |
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear) | 58/42 | 58/42 |
INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS | LX | EX |
Headroom (in, front/rear) | 38.4 / 35.9 | 38.4 / 35.9 |
Legroom (in, front/rear) | 42.3 / 33.5 | 42.3 / 33.5 |
Shoulder Room (in, front/rear) | 52.7 / 50.4 | 52.7 / 50.4 |
Hiproom (in, front/rear) | 51.6 / 48.7 | 51.6 / 48.7 |
Cargo Volume (cu ft, seat up/down) | 15.9 / 31.5 | 15.9 / 31.5 |
Passenger Volume (cu ft) | 85.0 | 85.0 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES*/CAPACITIES | LX | EX |
CVT (City/Highway/Combined) | 40/43/41 | 40/43/41 |
Crankcase (qt) | 4.0 | 4.0 |
Coolant System (qt) | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Fuel (gal) | 10.6 | 10.6 |
Required Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
*Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. | ||
SAFETY | LX | EX |
3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions | • | • |
Adjustable Front Seat Belt Anchors | • | • |
Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder | • | • |
Dual-Stage, Dual-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) | • | • |
Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) |
• | • |
Side Curtain Airbags | • | • |
Driver's and Front Passenger's Active Head Restraints |
• | • |
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure |
• | • |
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | • | • |
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | • | • |
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control |
• | |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | • | • |
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | • | • |
Side-Impact Door Beams | • | • |
Outboard Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) |
• | • |
Child-Proof Rear Door Locks | • | • |
Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System | • | • |
EXTERIOR FEATURES | LX | EX |
Roof-Mounted Antenna | • | • |
Security System with Remote Entry | • | • |
Body-Colored Folding Power Side Mirrors | • | Heated with Integrated Turn Indicators |
2-Speed/Intermittent Windshield Wipers | • | Variable |
Rear Window Wiper/Washer | • | • |
Impact-Absorbing Body-Colored Bumpers | • | • |
Projector-Beam Halogen Headlights with Blue-Tinted Chrome Bezels | • |
• |
Tinted Glass | • | • |
Body-Colored Door Handles | • | • |
LED Brakelights | • |
• |
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE | LX | EX |
Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | • | • |
Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition |
Available | |
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | with Navigation | |
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's Window |
• | • |
Illuminated Window Switches | Driver's window only | • |
Power Door Locks | • | • |
Cruise Control | • | |
Steering Wheel-Mounted Paddle Shifters | • | |
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | • | • |
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | • |
• |
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Cruise Controls | • | |
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Audio, Navigation and Phone Controls | with Navigation | |
Beverage Holders | 8 | 6 |
Center Console with Armrest and Storage Compartment | • | |
Door-Pocket Storage Bins, Front | • | • |
Driver- and Passenger-Side Seatback Pockets | • | |
Driver's and Front Passenger's Vanity Mirrors | • | |
Map Lights | • |
• |
12-Volt Power Outlet | • | • |
Cargo Area Light | • | • |
SEATING | LX | EX |
Reclining Front Seatbacks | • | • |
Adjustable Head Restraints | • | • |
60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback | • | • |
AUDIO SYSTEMS | LX | EX |
160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System | with 4 Speakers | with 6 Speakers |
Radio Data System (RDS) | • | without Navigation |
MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) Playback Capability |
• | • |
MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack | • | • |
USB Audio Interface | • | |
CD Text Display Capability | • | • |
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC) | • | • |
INSTRUMENTATION | LX | EX |
ABS Indicator | • | • |
Airbag System Indicator | • | • |
Blue Backlit Gauges | • | • |
Brake System Indicator | • |
• |
Charging System Indicator | • | • |
Coolant Temperature Indicators | • | • |
Cruise Control Indicators | • | |
Door/Trunk-Open Indicator | • | • |
DRL Indicator | • | • |
ECON Button | • | • |
EPS Indicator | • | • |
Fuel Level Indicator | • | • |
Headlight-On Indicator | • | • |
High-Beam Indicator | • | • |
Idle-Stop Indicator | • | • |
IMA Charge and Assist Indicator | • |
• |
IMA System Indicator | • | • |
Immobilizer System Indicator | • | • |
Low Tire-Pressure Indicator | • | • |
Low-Fuel Indicator | • | • |
Low-Oil Pressure Indicator | • | • |
Maintenance Minder Indicator | • | • |
Passenger-Side Side Airbag-Off Indicator | • | • |
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator | • | • |
Security System Indicator | • | • |
Tachometer | • | • |
TPMS Indicator | • | • |
Two-Tier Instrument Panel | • | • |
VSA System and Off Indicators | • | |
Multi-Information Display (MID) | LX | EX |
Average Fuel Economy Indicators (2) | • | • |
Average Speed Indicator | • | • |
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | with Navigation | |
Digital Fuel-Mileage Indicators | • | • |
Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2) | • |
• |
ECO Guide | • | • |
Elapsed Time Indicator | • | • |
Exterior Temperature Indicator | • | • |
IMA Charge and Assist Indicator | • | • |
IMA System Power Flow Indicator | • | • |
Maintenance Minder™ System | • | • |
Miles-to-Empty Indicator | • | • |