What's New For the 2020 Honda Insight?

The Honda Insight carries over relatively unchanged in 2020 from the 2019 model year. However, as evidenced by the fact that it remains a popular choice among hybrid sedans, it's apparent that the Insight does not need many adjustments to keep customers happy. The 2020 Honda Insight stands out for its contemporary appearance and well-equipped interior that has a number of conveniences and plenty of safety tools. More luxury amenities are included as you progress up the trim lineup. The latest Insight also gets a nod of approval for its innovative technology features. Fuel economy is exceptional in this vehicle, and it also gets zippy acceleration, especially for a hybrid. The interior is spacious and comfortable, regardless of the trim level that you choose. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay come standard on the Insight this year. All trim levels seat five occupants.

Which Trims & Features are Available in 2020?

The 2020 Honda Insight is available in three trim levels. The base trim is called the LX. It comes loaded with a number of features including a five-inch infotainment display screen with Bluetooth. This trim also gets a push-button start for convenience. A backup camera makes driving safer and more predictable. As you might look forward to with a Honda, there are a number of standard safety amenities that come standard even at the base level. A healthy array of amenities is included through the Honda Sensing package, which has a variety of driver-assist safety aids and adaptive cruise control.

With the EX, you get additional amenities including a larger eight-inch infotainment display screen. This trim also upgrades to a sound system with eight speakers. The EX trim comes with Honda's own LaneWatch as well, which features custom blind-spot monitoring on the driver's side.

The Touring tops the line with leather seats, a sunroof, heated and power-adjustable front seats, and a sunroof. WiFi charging is also included in this trim level. The audio system upgrades to 10 speakers with this trim, and the infotainment system includes navigation. You'll get a little bit more trunk space with the top trim level, too.

2020 Honda Insight Performance

All trim levels of the 2020 Honda Insight have the same engine. They all get a combined gasoline and electric motor configuration. The Honda Insight is powered by a 1.5L, four-cylinder gasoline engine. This engine's main function is to provide power to the electric motor. Together, the mechanical system produces up to 151 HP. All trims of the Honda Insight also get front-wheel drive. The 2020 Honda Insight's mechanical system includes three driving modes as well for optimal performance. The 2020 Honda Insight family has an identical transmission as well, which is an electronically-controlled automatic transmission.

Which Safety Features are Available on the 2020 Insight?

Most trims come with the same safety features, which includes an impressive list of standard safety amenities. The list includes road departure mitigation, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and lane-departure warning. Traffic sign recognition is a handy feature in the 2020 Honda Insight. It also comes with automatic high beams and a multi-angle backup camera. Anti-lock brakes are standard, along with traction control and vehicle stability control.