[Indysight]

I recently purchaced a used red 2001 Insight with CVT & 25K. I am for the most part happy with the purchase, but my mpg is lower than I expected. I am on the learning curve on how to drive, my first fillup was 45.5mpg & the second was 48.9mpg. I noticed that right after I filled my tank last time that the car seem more slugish & lower mpg. Is that because of the weight of the gas or something else? I am hoping I can continue to improve the mileage as I learn my Insight driving skills. Do I take it from what I read that the CVT does not do lean burn when the indicator reaches 100mpg?
Also a few other questions, I will be taking the car in for the 30k servicing before a long trip to Utah late this month. What is the best way to find out if a Honda service center has a good informed Insight technician? I have read some things that say service varies widely between dealers. Second, my battery has been charging very well since my purchase never dropping below between 3/4 to 1/2 charged. When I get into the Rockies with long uphills will I notice shortcomings?
Finally, does anyone know why in the world Honda did not install a drivers rear hatch release in the car?
Thanks for this forum & I hope to learn how to use it better.
P. Lundskow

 

[Insightful Trekker]

Hi Indysight and welcome to the forum :!:

Seems there has been a lot of interest from new owners over the last couple of months, must be something to do with the price of gas.

Anyway if you simply spend some time reviewing the first few pages here in the General forum I believe that most of your questions have been recently asked and answered.

Also don't forget the Insight Central Encyclopedia

http://www.insightcentral.net/KB/index.html

And the Driving tips to maximize fuel efficiency:

http://www.insightcentral.net/KB/faq-quicktips.html


In regard to the hatch release; since the Insight is equipped with a keyless entry and has a master control lock switch in the driver's door, the hatch release is effectively "in there"

HTH!

 

[atlaw4u]

Keep us posted with you MPG progress and enjoy.