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2002 Honda Insight CVT

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2002 Honda Insight – front Unverified
Photo: 2001 Honda Insight 1.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the first generation (ZE1, 2000–2006); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2001 Honda Insight 1.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Honda Insight Hybrid ZE1 near Calais by Charles01, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Honda Insight Hybrid ZE1 rear three quarters near Calais by Charles01, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2001 Honda Insight 1.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 2001 Honda Insight Hybrid 1.0i (Interior) by DieselFordMondeo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2002 Honda Insight CVT is a 73-hp 1.0-liter inline-3 with a continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $21,280 MSRP and is rated at 47 mpg combined.

It makes 73 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 89 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 45 mpg city and 49 mpg highway (47 mpg combined).

The Insight measures 155.1 inches long on a 94.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,975 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainHybrid
Price
MSRP$21,280 ($38,444 *)
MSRP with Destination$21,740 ($39,275 *)
Destination Charge$460
Engine
Engine Type1.0-liter aluminum-alloy inline-3 with Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system; 12-valve SOHC VTEC
Displacement1 L
Horsepower73 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque89 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm (with IMA; engine 65 lb-ft @ 4800) rpm
Valvetrain12-valve SOHC VTEC
Compression Ratio10.3:1
Injection TypeMulti-Point Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission
TransmissionContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
1st Gear2.441
Reverse4.359
Final Drive5.69
Fuel Economy
City45 MPG
Highway49 MPG
Combined47 MPG
Recommended FuelUnleaded Regular
Tank Capacity10.6 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion-Beam
Front Stabilizer Bar17.3 mm
Turning Diameter31.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc9.1 in ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc7.1 in drum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14 in lightweight alloy
Wheels Rear14 in lightweight alloy
Tires FrontP165/65R14 78S low-rolling-resistance all-season
Tires RearP165/65R14 78S low-rolling-resistance all-season
Dimensions & Weight
Length155.1 in
Width66.7 in
Height53.3 in
Wheelbase94.5 in
Front Track56.5 in
Rear Track52.2 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft³
Curb Weight1,975 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.8 in
Legroom Front42.9 in
Shoulder Room Front50.5 in
Hip Room Front48.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Similar cars

Rivals to the 2002 Honda Insight CVT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2002 Honda Insight 2-DR.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2002 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

24 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Honda INSIGHT

Owner Complaints

24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Honda INSIGHT (4 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Exterior Lighting8
Power Train6
Electrical System3
Air Bags2
Electronic Stability Control1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 7, 2016 · Exterior Lighting
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS…”
Jul 25, 2014 · Exterior Lighting
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE…”
Mar 28, 2013 · Exterior Lighting
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ACTIVATED THEY WOULD FAIL INTERMITTENTLY AT UNKNOWN, INTERVALS AT RANDOM.. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE…”
Dec 6, 2011 · Exterior Lighting
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WITH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED WHEN THEY SUDDENLY FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. IMMEDIATELY, THE HIGH BEAMS WERE…”
Dec 29, 2010 · Exterior Lighting
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE LOW BEAM SWITCH BURNED OUT. THE CONTACT SMELLED A BURNING ODOR WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS BLEW OUT. THE DEALER STATE THAT THE VEHICLE WAS…”

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 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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