2001 Honda Insight 5MT
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All photo credits
- Photo: 2001 Honda Insight 1.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda Insight Hybrid ZE1 near Calais by Charles01, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda Insight Hybrid ZE1 rear three quarters near Calais by Charles01, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Honda Insight 1.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Honda Insight Hybrid 1.0i (Interior) by DieselFordMondeo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Honda Insight 5MT is a 73-hp 1.0-liter inline-3 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $18,980 MSRP and is rated at 53 mpg combined.
It makes 73 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 79 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 48 mpg city and 60 mpg highway (53 mpg combined).
The Insight measures 155.1 inches long on a 94.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,856 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $18,980 ($34,831 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $19,420 ($35,638 *) |
| Destination Charge | $440 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.0-liter aluminum-alloy inline-3 with Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system; 12-valve SOHC VTEC lean-burn |
| Displacement | 1 L |
| Horsepower | 73 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 79 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm (with IMA; engine 66 lb-ft @ 4800) rpm |
| Valvetrain | 12-valve SOHC VTEC |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (lean burn) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.461 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.75 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.096 |
| 4th Gear | 0.857 |
| 5th Gear | 0.71 |
| Reverse | 3.231 |
| Final Drive | 3.21 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 48 MPG |
| Highway | 60 MPG |
| Combined | 53 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 10.6 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion-Beam |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 17.3 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 31.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 9.1 in ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 7.1 in drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 in lightweight alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 14 in lightweight alloy |
| Tires Front | P165/65R14 78S low-rolling-resistance all-season |
| Tires Rear | P165/65R14 78S low-rolling-resistance all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 155.1 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 53.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 94.5 in |
| Front Track | 56.5 in |
| Rear Track | 52.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 1,856 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 50.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 48.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Honda INSIGHT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 24, 2004 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOW-BEAM TERMINAL ON THE HEAD LIGHT WIRE HARNESS CAN OVERHEAT AND COULD CAUSE THE LOW BEAMS TO FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence: AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF LOW BEAMS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND COUPLER FOR SIGNS OF HEAT DAMAGE. IF HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE SWITCH AND COUPLER. IF NO HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND ONE MATING PIN IN THE COUPLER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA campaign 04V086000
Jul 24, 2002 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULES WERE NOT PROPERLY WELDED AND MAY NOT DEPLOY IN A COLLISION.
Consequence: THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY PROTECTED IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 2, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
NHTSA campaign 02V196000
25 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Honda INSIGHT
Owner Complaints
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Honda INSIGHT (2 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 HONDA INSIGHT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.