Honda Insight — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Honda Insight specifications on file for 9 model years, 2010–2022, covering saloon/sedan trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 48 to 62 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 4 of the 4 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20221.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline581145★333
20211.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline581145★325
20201.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline621065★631
20191.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline621065★898
20141.3L 4-cylRegular Gasoline49134—35
20131.3L 4-cylRegular Gasoline49134—645
20121.3L 4-cylRegular Gasoline49135—859
20111.3L 4-cylRegular Gasoline48138—1041
20101.3L 4-cylRegular Gasoline49135—10119

Best and Worst Honda Insight Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 9 Honda Insight model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 41 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2014 — 5 complaints, 3 recall campaigns
  • 2021 — 25 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2020 — 31 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2010 — 119 complaints, 10 recall campaigns
  • 2019 — 98 complaints, 8 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2012 — 59 complaints, 8 recall campaigns

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Honda Insight covered on this site?

We have data for 9 model years of the Honda Insight, from 2010 to 2022.

What engines does the Honda Insight come with?

EPA data lists: 1.3L 4-cyl (2010–2014); 1.5L 4-cyl (2019–2022).

Which Honda Insight year has the best fuel economy?

The 2020 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 62 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Honda Insight have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Honda Insight model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2010 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (10), and the 2010 has the most owner complaints (119). Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Honda Insight?

The Honda Insight is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.

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