2000 Honda Insight
US · Two Seaters
The 2000 Honda Insight is listed in the US market with hybrid power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.0L 3-cylinder
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- Economy
- 53 mpg (4.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.0L 3-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 3 | |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Manual | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 53 mpg (4.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 49 mpg (4.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 61 mpg (3.9 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
04V086000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOW-BEAM TERMINAL ON THE HEAD LIGHT WIRE HARNESS CAN OVERHEAT AND COULD CAUSE THE LOW BEAMS TO FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND COUPLER FOR SIGNS OF HEAT DAMAGE. IF HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE SWITCH AND COUPLER. IF NO HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND…
Reported February 24, 2004. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 9, 2026
Data verified: November 9, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2000 Honda Insight have?
1.0L 3-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2000 Honda Insight?
Combined fuel economy is 53 mpg (4.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2000 Honda Insight front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2000 Honda Insight?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.