What RPM does Insight spin at 65 MPH?

cycledrum · 10-29-2011, 04:56 PM

Hello, I don't own an Insight II, but I've test driven a couple times on city streets. Can someone tell me what RPM your car spins on a flat road at 65 MPH?

I just want to get a feel for how the car is 'geared'. Doesn't have to be exact, just like 2800 or 3000 or whatever.

Thanks in advance.

jcbesq · 10-29-2011, 05:09 PM

i do about 2200rpm ... BUT and this is a big but ... the insight is one of the most variable cars i have ever drive re engine revs ... there is so much variability via gas, season, temps, humidity, inclines, eco mode, S or D tranny selection, road surface, etc. ... the saving grace is a motor that is extremely flexible and happy (although it can be somewhat buzzy above 4k) at virtually any rpm ... honda really did a good job with the selection and lightening of components on the bottom end of the motor

cycledrum · 10-29-2011, 08:06 PM

Hey, thanks for that. I've definitely got my eye on the Insight. I came back to the Honda brand in January with an Accord Coupe and I just like Honda's approach to cars ... and motorcycles too!

Cobb · 10-29-2011, 08:42 PM

Yeah, since its a cvt it can be all over the place. I typically see 1700 rpms at 56mph. Unless you are in sport mode it doesnt turn a lot of rpms like some economy cars do. If I remember right you can easily do 70 and it will stay below 3 grand. I think 80mph is right in the 3000 rpm area and anyother over 100 is going to cost you 4.5 grand or so.

cycledrum · 10-30-2011, 12:17 PM

Thanks, that sounds reasonable.

On another note, I've looked at some of the leftover reviews from Consumer Reports about Insight. CR is a pain. They reviewed the Insight II when it first came out. I don't think they've tested it again. They seem to copy the review in 2009 and slap it in a 2012 new car review magazine where they still don't recommend Insight. Sort of irritating. I don't put all my chips in with Consumer Reports. They're ok, but they miss some details.

cheesie · 12-07-2011, 03:15 AM

mine goes to 2.5 rpm between 65 and 70 after that it gets as high as 3
this is on leveled roads

did you guys say this is normal?