Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Honda Insight pricing announced (U.S)


Honda has announced prices for the new 2010 Insight hybrid for the U.S market. The car will retail for a minimum manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $19,800.

Sales start on Tuesday 24th March and trim-levels are badged LX, EX and EX with navi. The entry-level LX comes with equipment like ECO Assist, x6 airbags (twin front, side and curtain), steel-wheels, halogen headlamps, ABS w/ EBD, active front headrests, automatic climate control, tilt and telescope steering column, manual driver's seat height adjustment, x4 power windows;, 4 speaker AM/FM audio system with CD player and auxiliary audio input and a CVT transmission.

Mid-level EX amenities such as alloy wheels, cruise control, VSA (vehicle stability assist), steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, 6 speakers w/USB audio interface, front centre armrest and storage compartment, heated door mirrors with integrated turn signals. This starts at $21,300.

Flagship EX with Navi models will sell for $23,100. This arrives with a built-in satellite navigation system and Bluetooth. Honda officially puts the Insight's range at 400 miles (644km) with EPA urban fuel economy of 40mpg, motorway of 43mpg and a combined fuel economy of 41mpg.