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Originally Posted by jraynor196
If your prevoius car was an Audi A4, then the Insight 2 will dissappoint you, except for the gas mileage. I had a V6 Accord prior to the Insight, and basically the Insight doesn't stack up with regards to interior, ride, handling, acceleration. But, I bought the Insight for different reasons and although the car has several areas for improvement, I am satified with it through 6000 miles.
I definately agree with you on the plastic interior, however, I do think it is put together with quality. The materials used could be better.
The A4 FAR exceeds the Insight is most categories, handling, performance, etc.. It also starts at 31K, has more than double HP and torque of the Insight. It is an upscale mid size car. The insight 2 is a sub compact. So, you definately went down a few steps on the car ladder.
The insight is a car with barely 100 HP and tires that are a little larger than a donut. It doesn't weigh that much (even) with the extra weight of the battery. So, ALL cars will perform (acceleration, handlingm etc.) better than it, maybe some exception here and there.
If you leased, you can terminate early and maybe get a car you don't hate.
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Just wait till the VW origins take over his A4.
That being said, I have owned and plan on again owning a Corvette Z06, along with my Insight. The Insight, for me, is for driving great distances at minimal cost, I find it has an acceptable level of comfort for its current use. (40 mile commutes)
I had a 2005 E320 which was very comfortable (with exception to NOT having any lumbar support for my lower back), but the maintenance on that car was RIDICULOUS. (and I did my own work.
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