Honda has made some changes to the Insight
hybrid in Japan and they are mainly related to trim levels and new genuine
accessories. The first updates made to the third-generation Insight focus on improving the aesthetics of the
hybrid vehicle. For starters, the Honda Insight lineup expands with a new grade
called EX Prime Style which builds on the existing EX trim level.
On the outside, the new model sports dark
chrome plating on the grille and rear bumper lower garnish, integrated trunk
lid spoiler, as well as 17-inch aero-styled aluminum wheels. The ivory interior
with green accents is even more striking, combining genuine leather with ultra
suede.
Honda has also made changes to the EX
Black Style grade, which has been upgraded with 18-inch alloys instead of the
previous 17-inch rims, stainless steel sports pedals, and a matching interior
stitching for the Premium Crystal Blue Metallic and Premium Crystal Red
Metallic exterior paints. Honda Access has also updated its lineup of original
accessories for the Insight. For the exterior, the new Insight EX Prime Style
gains a more prominent trunk spoiler, parking sensors and mudguards.
Customers can also select an upgraded
audio system that’s said to enhance acoustic quality, a front camera system,
and the “DRH-204VD” camera-type drive recorder that can be linked not only to
navigation but also to smartphones.
The Honda Insight carries on with the same
two-motor hybrid powertrain, now branded e:HEV. It combines an Atkinson-cycle
1.5-liter four-cylinder petrol engine rated at 109 PS and 134 Nm of torque with an electric motor delivering 96 kW (131 PS) and
267 Nm of torque. An electric CVT and a 1.1 kWh lithium-ion battery
are also part of the package.
