Article Comments - 2010 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Toyota Prius

74 messages, Last post on Dec 07, 2009 at 6:43 AM

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Comparison Test: 2010 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Toyota Prius - You might remember the original Honda Insight. When introduced in 1999, it was the first hybrid vehicle sold in the U.S.A., an affordable technical tour de force that achieved spectacular fuel economy by adding a battery-assisted electric motor to the powertrain. But as a diminutive two-seater, it certainly wasn't a car for the masses. (more)

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#56 of 74 Re: Insight vs. Fit Vs. Civic [crutnacker] by gatortom1 May 15, 2009 (12:31 pm)
Replying to: crutnacker (May 12, 2009 6:42 pm) Which to buy--Fit or Insight? For Fit versus Civic, I liked the hatchback configuration of the Fit with significantly more cargo capacity. I bought the 2009 Fit, at MSRP, in September because the Insight wasn't yet available and the Fit seemed to have everything I wanted at a significantly cheaper price than the Insight was expected to cost. I have not had the least regret as I have found out more about the Insight. I would, of course, like the higher gas mileage of the Insight--and it is a little more environmentally friendly--but the extra cargo space of the Fit was a big selling point for me. My bike will fit inside even with the front wheel on. I've hauled a large electric stove in the back with the seats down and am sure one couldn't do that in the Insight. The Fit is also just fun to drive. I'm getting 35 mpg in suburan driving. The Insight would certainly do better but I only expect to drive less than 4000 miles per year so the little extra just didn't seem worth it. I also didn't like the lower to the ground cockpit feel of the Prius and the poor visability through the back. I expect the Insight would have a similar feel and rearward visability based on its style although I haven't yet tried it. Hope this is helpful.
#57 of 74 Fit or Insight???? by wvgasguy May 15, 2009 (1:57 pm)
Don't you Honda people has your own forum I know you don't like the Prius, but seriously are there not Honda forums or is there just no one interested enough in Honda to make the forums there interesting? I'm just jerking your chain (I know you guys don't have a sense of humor).
#58 of 74 wvgasguy-your answer to your post above by sr146260211 May 15, 2009 (3:01 pm)
http://priuschat.com/forums/2010-toyota-prius/60836-what-price-you-being-quoted-- dealer-9.html The above link you posted on is where you Prius owners or wannabe's should be. Besides, this is the Honda forum if you failed to read the forum heading you are on. Edmunds also has a Prius forum as well. Replies to this message: wvgasguy (May 15, 2009 4:40 pm) pielev09 (Aug 15, 2009 9:41 am) sr146260211 (Aug 15, 2009 11:54 am) john1701a (Aug 15, 2009 7:58 pm) and 2 more...
#59 of 74 Re: wvgasguy-your answer to your post above [sr146260211] by wvgasguy May 15, 2009 (4:40 pm)
Replying to: sr146260211 (May 15, 2009 3:01 pm) The above link you posted on is where you Prius owners or wannabe's should be. Besides, this is the Honda forum if you failed to read the forum heading you are on. Edmunds also has a Prius forum as well. What interest would you have in PriusChat? A closet Prius wannabe??? Actually I can read. It's a requirement for Prius wannabe's. The thread is called: 2010 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Toyota Prius It shows up in both the Prius and Insight threads since it is a double topic. It amazes me though that you obviously think you read the thread correctly and yet no where does it say it is to compare the Insight to the Fit which is where you Honda guys have directed it. I understand that though because I doubt that anyone is posting on the Honda threads they just want to debate with the Toyota people so they can argue This has been a joke of a thread all along, but I still find myself looking when I see a new post. Bottom line is I'm not interested in an Insight or the 09 Prius. Wouldn't own either one of them. I am interested in the 2010 Prius though. I would think with your vast experience in the forums (what is it now 1 month you've been here) you would take some time to read the topics, especially before you throw that up in my face. But don't worry about being embarrased no one really knows who you are. I'll try to ignore your comments here on out. I really have not seen any Toyota people on here for some time anyway so we'll just leave it to you guys to convince yourselves you made the right decision. As with the other poster a few days ago on here, I won't be back to respond to you either. Enjoy your Insight / Fit / Civic or what ever you end up with. Replies to this message: pielev09 (Aug 15, 2009 9:41 am) sr146260211 (Aug 15, 2009 11:54 am) john1701a (Aug 15, 2009 7:58 pm) pielev09 (Oct 14, 2009 1:06 pm) and 1 more...
#61 of 74 Re: wvgasguy-your answer to your post above [wvgasguy] by pielev09 Aug 15, 2009 (9:41 am)
Replying to: wvgasguy (May 15, 2009 4:40 pm) I test drove the Prius 2009 , 2010¸and the Insight 2010 The Prius 2010 comes with a modern look but according to Car and Driver the Stability control system is more agressive than the 2009 and it is no good in the snow. I have personnaly done 22,000K with a Prius 2008 and I know what it means when your engine stops on an Icy hill. The 2010 electric motor is smaller and this condition makes that the stability control worst in Winter driving . The Insight 2010 comes not close to the Prius 2009 in term of driving and reliability so I am sitcking with a 2009 Prius and the best sets of Winter Tires to prevent any slipping in our Canadian Winter. Replies to this message: sr146260211 (Aug 15, 2009 11:54 am) john1701a (Aug 15, 2009 7:58 pm) pielev09 (Oct 14, 2009 1:06 pm) kdhspyder (Dec 07, 2009 6:43 am)
#62 of 74 Re: wvgasguy-your answer to your post above [pielev09] by sr146260211 Aug 15, 2009 (11:54 am)
Replying to: pielev09 (Aug 15, 2009 9:41 am) "driving and reliability " ??? No one knows about the reliability of the Insight at this time. Your comment about it should not be considered legit because of the early stag of the new model Honda. Driving part of your comment has been disputed as well from some tested reviews. The reviews consider the driving part to be better on the Insight opposed to the Prius if you bother to read up on them and not make a dumb statement like you did
#63 of 74 Re: wvgasguy-your answer to your post above [pielev09] by john1701a Aug 15, 2009 (7:58 pm)
Replying to: pielev09 (Aug 15, 2009 9:41 am) No, that's backwards. The 2010 Prius has a less aggressive system and the electric motor is larger. Winter driving will clearly be better. I can feel the improvement in my 2010 over my 2004 already, just by difference from aggressive acceleration in summer conditions. So, it's a matter of "how much" not "if" with the respect to better traction on snowy roads. Replies to this message: pielev09 (Oct 14, 2009 1:06 pm) kdhspyder (Dec 07, 2009 6:43 am)
#64 of 74 '10 Prius vs '10 Insight by justlooking9 Aug 29, 2009 (4:16 am)
I test drove both before purchasing the Prius. The factors that lead me to buy a Prius were: For a family of four, the rear-seats had more room especially leg room. To stow and transport gear there was more storage area and the rear seats fold down for even more flexibility. The engine felt more powerful (1.8L vs 1.3L) and has better mileage. I liked the interior better (Prius IV w/leather) and the placement of the nav screen. I also really liked that I could play my iPod wirelessly (steaming bluetooth), instead of using an aux cable. Price wasn't a key factor, being more practical for my family was the main factor.
#65 of 74 I sat in an Insight Last Week by jpeters1970 Sep 06, 2009 (8:48 am)
I am only going to express my opinion with regards to the interior and fit and finish. I was out shopping with my parents for a new Honda Accord Coupe. I saw the Insight in the middle of the showroom and was surprised it wasn't showcased in a more visible area. I opened the doors, sat inside and immediately realized I would not enjoy the car. Egress into the vehicle is much more difficult than the Prius. I have a 2004 but I also have sat in the 2010. What's really nice about the Prius is that the egress is great and you really don't have to be a contortionist to enter. The Honda's door felt light and tinny and when I closed the door the lack of solidity really showed itself. The interior, though space pod like, lacked and continuity as other Hondas have. Overall, the feeling was that of cost cutting to get the price point below 20k. Then, lastly, you have the old IMA system which IMO is really a poor man's hybrid. You can't pulse/glide or even crawl in electric mode. Overall, this is the main reason that when the 2010 Prius was released, the sales of the Insight went way down. Buyers definitely cross shopped the two and decided the Prius (though more money) was better overall.