Honda Insight 2000–2006

The Honda Insight, produced from 2000 to 2006, was a pioneering hybrid vehicle that helped establish Honda's reputation as an innovator in the hybrid market. It was the first hybrid car sold in North America, featuring a unique design with a compact hatchback body. The Insight employed a lightweight aluminum body structure and a small gasoline engine paired with an electric motor, delivering impressive fuel efficiency. The hybrid powertrain seamlessly switched between gas and electric power, providing excellent gas mileage and low emissions.

Inside, the Insight offered seating for two passengers and a futuristic dashboard with a digital instrument cluster. Despite its small size, it provided a surprising amount of cargo space in the rear. The Insight's aerodynamic design contributed to its remarkable fuel efficiency, making it a practical choice for eco-conscious drivers. Although it had limited availability and a narrow target market, Honda Insight played a crucial role in popularizing hybrid technology and set the stage for future hybrid models from Honda and other manufacturers.

Honda Insight specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 1.0L 3-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 29 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 3.9 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 1.0L 3-Cylinder: 0.044”

Refrigerant

• Type: HFC-134a (R-134a)
• Capacity: 17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)

Air Conditioning Lubricant

• Type: SP-10

Fuel

• Capacity: 10.6 US gal (40.0 L )

Washer Fluid

• Capacity: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L )

Brake Fluid

• Type: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement

Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid

• Type: Use Honda CVT fluid (continuously variable transmission fluid) only.
• Capacity: 5.8 US qt (5.5 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid:

• Type: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement
• Capacity: (including differential): 1.7 US qt (1.6 L)

Coolant

• Type: Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
• Capacity: 
  • Manual Transmission: 1.03 US gal (3.9 L )
  • CVT: 1.06 US gal (4.0 L )

Powertrain

Engine

• 1.0 L ECA1 I3

Transmission

• 5-speed manual
• CVT automatic
• CVT (2001–2006)

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9003

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  •  7443
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: 2825L
• Map Light Bulb: 2825L
• Trunk Light Bulb: DE3021