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Insight Vs. Prius
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.
Consider these figures for the base models of these two
hybrids:
The entry-level 2010 Prius II, at $22,750, costs $2,240 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
$22,750[1]
$22,750[1]
Savings
$2,240
$2,240
The entry-level 2010 Prius II, at $22,750, costs $2,240 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
$22,750[1]
$22,750[1]
Savings
$740
$740
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
$25,780[1]
with Navigation
$25,780[1]
Savings
$1,970
$1,970
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]
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]
30,613
Insight EX vs. Prius II
additional miles.[6]
10,113
Insight EX vs Prius III
additional miles.[6]
26,923