Even the most affordable Insight LX has the added benefit of its innovative Eco Assist™ system[3] as a standard feature. Eco Assist helps the driver operate the Insight more efficiently through a unique, engaging feedback interface and precise automation of key vehicle functions in certain situations. The result—improved fuel economy.
Consider these figures for the base models of these two hybrids:
The entry-level 2010 Prius II, at $23,550, costs $3,040 more before taxes and registration fees. At this price point, the cars are similarly equipped. The Honda’s higher value becomes more clear when you consider the fact that the Eco-Assist™ system[3] is a standard feature on the base LX trim level.
Insight LX
$20,510[1]
$20,510[1]
Prius II
$23,550[1]
$23,550[1]
Savings
$3,040
$3,040
The entry-level 2010 Prius II, at $23,550, costs $3,040 more before taxes and registration fees. At this price point, the cars are similarly equipped. The Honda’s higher value becomes more clear when you consider the fact that the Eco-Assist™ system[3] is a standard feature on the base LX trim level.
Upgrade to the Insight EX and you’ll still save $$$:
Going one trim-level above the entry-level Insight LX, the Insight EX is still more affordable than the entry-level Prius II. Unlike the Prius II, the Insight EX comes with paddle shifters, Daytime Running Lights and a USB Audio Interface[4] for digital music players.
Insight EX
$22,010[1]
$22,010[1]
Prius II
$23,550[1]
$23,550[1]
Savings
$1,540
$1,540
Going one trim-level above the entry-level Insight LX, the Insight EX is still more affordable than the entry-level Prius II. Unlike the Prius II, the Insight EX comes with paddle shifters, Daytime Running Lights and a USB Audio Interface[4] for digital music players.
Navigation systems are very important to many of today’s drivers. Let’s compare the MSRPs for the Prius and Insight equipped with navigation systems:
As you can see, it’s much less costly to get the keys to a Navi-equipped Insight. Like the Prius, the Insight with Navigation includes Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® with voice recognition[5] capability for a significantly lower price.
Insight EX
with Navigation
$23,810[1]
with Navigation
$23,810[1]
Prius III
with Navigation
$26,580[1]
with Navigation
$26,580[1]
Savings
$2,770
$2,770
As you can see, it’s much less costly to get the keys to a Navi-equipped Insight. Like the Prius, the Insight with Navigation includes Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® with voice recognition[5] capability for a significantly lower price.
Clearly, the Insight is the most affordable hybrid of the bunch at any trim level. With the revolutionary Eco Assist™ system[3] as a standard feature on all Insights, the value is obvious.
Miles Per Dollar (MPD)
If you’re torn between the Insight and the Prius, it may help to envision how the savings translate to miles. Assuming the price of gasoline stays around the $3.00 mark, the money you save on the Insight can be thought of as "additional miles."[6]
To see a side-by-side comparison of the vehicles, please click here.
Miles Per Dollar (MPD)
If you’re torn between the Insight and the Prius, it may help to envision how the savings translate to miles. Assuming the price of gasoline stays around the $3.00 mark, the money you save on the Insight can be thought of as "additional miles."[6]
Insight LX vs. Prius II
additional miles.[6]
41,546
Insight EX vs. Prius II
additional miles.[6]
21,046
Insight EX vs Prius III
additional miles.[6]
37,856
To see a side-by-side comparison of the vehicles, please click here.
[1] 2010 Insight LX [MSRP $20,510]/2010 Prius II [MSRP $23,550]/2010 Insight EX [MSRP $22,010]/2010 Prius II [MSRP $23,550]/2010 Insight EX with navigation [MSRP $23,810]/ 2010 Prius III with optional navigation [MSRP $26,580]. Comparison based upon comparably equipped vehicles. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price includes: Insight $710 destination charge, Prius $750 destination charge, excludes: taxes, license, registration/title, optional or regionally required equipment. Dealer prices may vary. Pricing information is based on information obtained from each manufacturer's Web site as of 2/4/2010. You are advised to check with each manufacturer or its representatives as the final authority on its products.
[2] 40 city/43 hwy/41 combined mpg. Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
[3] Eco Assist is a trademark of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and may not be used or reproduced without prior written approval.
[4] The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
[5] The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license.
[6] "Additional Miles" calculated by taking the cost differential between specified Insight and Prius trim levels, dividing cost by $3.00 average cost of gas (per gallon), and multiplying by Insight combined city/hwy estimated 41 mpg[2].
Insight LX vs. Prius II = 41,546 additional miles [($3,040 cost differential/$3.00 gas) x 41 combined cty/hwy mpg = 41,546].
Insight EX vs. Prius II = 21,046 additional miles [($1,540 cost differential/$3.00 gas) x 41 combined cty/hwy mpg = 21,046 additional miles).
Insight EX w/navigation vs. Prius III w/navigation = 37,856 additional miles ($2,770 cost differential/$3.00 gas) x 41 combined cty/hwy mpg = 37,856 additional miles].
[2] 40 city/43 hwy/41 combined mpg. Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
[3] Eco Assist is a trademark of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and may not be used or reproduced without prior written approval.
[4] The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
[5] The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license.
[6] "Additional Miles" calculated by taking the cost differential between specified Insight and Prius trim levels, dividing cost by $3.00 average cost of gas (per gallon), and multiplying by Insight combined city/hwy estimated 41 mpg[2].
Insight LX vs. Prius II = 41,546 additional miles [($3,040 cost differential/$3.00 gas) x 41 combined cty/hwy mpg = 41,546].
Insight EX vs. Prius II = 21,046 additional miles [($1,540 cost differential/$3.00 gas) x 41 combined cty/hwy mpg = 21,046 additional miles).
Insight EX w/navigation vs. Prius III w/navigation = 37,856 additional miles ($2,770 cost differential/$3.00 gas) x 41 combined cty/hwy mpg = 37,856 additional miles].
