Honda Insight
Honda Insight — 2000–2006 (North America); 2010–2014 (North America); 2019–2022 (North America), 3-door liftback (2000–2006); 5-door liftback (2010–2014); 4-door sedan (2018–2022); 5-door suv (2026–present), ''MCF62'' permanent magnet synchronous motor. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Honda Insight
Honda Insight is a 3-door liftback (2000–2006); 5-door liftback (2010–2014); 4-door sedan (2018–2022); 5-door SUV (2026–present) in the subcompact car (2000–2006); compact car (2010–2022); compact crossover suv (2026–present) class, with source data covering 2000–2006 (North America); 2010–2014 (North America); 2019–2022 (North America). The available vehicle data lists ''MCF62'' permanent magnet synchronous motor as an engine configuration and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Honda Insight guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for ''MCF62'' permanent magnet synchronous motor. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Honda Insight specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Insight |
| Model years | 2000–2006 (North America); 2010–2014 (North America); 2019–2022 (North America) |
| Body style | 3-door liftback (2000–2006); 5-door liftback (2010–2014); 4-door sedan (2018–2022); 5-door SUV (2026–present) |
| Vehicle class | Subcompact car (2000–2006); Compact car (2010–2022); Compact crossover SUV (2026–present) |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Production | 1999–2006; 2009–2014; 2018–2022; 2026–present |
| Market / country | CA, ES, FI, GB, MY, NL, NZ, UA, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Honda Insight includes ''MCF62'' permanent magnet synchronous motor.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.
| Engine | ''MCF62'' permanent magnet synchronous motor |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain / layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 2735 mm (108 in) |
|---|---|
| Length | 4787 mm (188 in) |
| Width | 1838 mm (72.4 in) |
| Height | 1570 mm (61.8 in) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 1758 kg (3,876 lb) |
Ownership, maintenance and fluids
Maintenance specifications are configuration-dependent. When an exact manufacturer oil grade or capacity is not available, the page directs owners to the vehicle manual rather than guessing.
| Battery | 68.8 kWh ternary lithium battery |
|---|
Honda Insight performance and economy
| Powerout | 150 kW |
|---|---|
| Electric Range | 545 km (339 mi) (CLTC) |
Honda Insight other specifications
| Name | Honda Insight |
|---|---|
| Image | 2019-2020 Honda Insight EX 1.5 6AA-ZE4 (20220910).jpg |
| Caption | Honda Insight (ZE4; 2019) |
| Sp | us |
| Aka | Honda e:NS2 (China); Honda e:N2 (Thailand) |
| Motor | ''MCF62'' permanent magnet synchronous motor |
Honda Insight generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Insight | 2000–2006 (North America); 2010–2014 (North America); 2019–2022 (North America) | Not specified | Not specified | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Fourth generation (RM7) | 2026–present | ''MCF62'' permanent magnet synchronous motor | Not specified | Front-motor, front-wheel-drive |
Honda Insight features and equipment
Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.
Standard or documented features
Recommended tire pressure for Honda Insight
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Honda Insight
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Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.
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