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Honda to unveil prototype of Gen 3 Insight hybrid at Detroit show; two-motor hybrid system

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Honda will unveil the Honda Insight Prototype at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January as the precursor to the new third-generation 2019 Honda Insight—an upscale, stylish five-passenger sedan positioned above the Civic in Honda’s passenger car lineup. L/100 km).

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UCS Hybrid ScoreCard Dings Automakers for Forced Features in Hybrid Offerings

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Hybrids don’t have to be luxury vehicles. As an example, the UCS “Hybrid Scorecard” gives both the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid a high “hybrid value” rating. But both models come with forced features that cost nearly as much as their hybrid drivetrains.

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Initial Orders For Insight Hybrid in Japan Top 10,000 Units, More than 2X the Monthly Goal

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Ten days after it went on sale in Japan ( earlier post ), the new Honda Insight Hybrid has racked up orders for more than 10,000 units—more than double the monthly sales goal.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

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New Sporty Look for the Affordable 50 MPG Midsize Sedan. The XSE trim is new to the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid, offering sporty styling cues that reinforce the value and appeal of this highly efficient five-passenger sedan. A sleeker, more slippery Camry Hybrid. Hybrid Efficiency. second 0-60 time. Your numbers may differ.

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Insight the top hybrid performer

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During its first month of sales, the Honda Insight has outsold its competitors in the hybrid market. Since going on sale in the UK, 229 Insight models have been sold ahead of its nearest rival the Toyota Prius at 198 units. The Insight 1.3-litre litre IMA SE costs £15,490 on-the-road.

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LA show displays green car ‘glimpse into the future’

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More importantly, will feature more than 50 of the newest hybrids and alternative. fuel vehicles including hybrids, modern clean-diesel, electric, hydrogen fuel cell and ethanol powered vehicles. Hybrids still represent the largest volume of “green” vehicles including the popular Toyota Prius, Honda Insight and Ford Fusion hybrids.

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New Toyota Prius pricing revealed

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What’s interesting is that this pricing places it right in the middle of the projected range of the Honda Insight which has been marketed as more competitively priced than the Prius - the Insight is likely to cost from $19,800-$23,100. Too expensive or surprisingly affordable - leave a comment with your thoughts.

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