2021 Honda Insight
US · Compact Cars
The 2021 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- 1.5L 4-cylinder (Hybrid)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- Economy
- 48 mpg (4.9 L/100 km) to 52 mpg (4.5 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 48 mpg (4.9 L/100 km) to 52 mpg (4.5 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 51 mpg (4.6 L/100 km) to 55 mpg (4.3 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 45 mpg (5.2 L/100 km) to 49 mpg (4.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Gears, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
26V332000: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH,…
Reported May 21, 2026. View on NHTSA
24V064000: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these…
Reported February 1, 2024. View on NHTSA
20V798000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall…
Reported December 17, 2020. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 4, 2026
Data verified: November 4, 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 2021 Honda Insight have?
1.5L 4-cylinder (Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Honda Insight?
Combined fuel economy is 48 mpg (4.9 L/100 km) to 52 mpg (4.5 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2021 Honda Insight front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2021 Honda Insight?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.