2001 Honda Insight (Manual 5-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2001 Honda Insight gets an EPA-estimated 48/60 MPG (city/highway) and 53 MPG combined, with an estimated $1,150/year fuel cost and 167.679 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1 L 3-cyl.
The 2001 Honda Insight with the 1-liter 3-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 48 MPG in the city and 60 MPG on the highway, for a combined 53 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1 L 3-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Two Seaters |
| MPG — city | 48 |
| MPG — highway | 60 |
| MPG — combined | 53 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $1,150 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 167.679 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 53 MPG, the 2001 Honda Insight sits in the exceptional range for fuel economy. That is about 163% better than the typical Two Seaters of its era (20 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $1,150 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2001 Honda Insight. Over five years that is roughly $5,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2001 Honda Insight emits approximately 167.679 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.