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2005 Insight

 

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2005 Insight Specifications

Engine / Drivetrain

Insight
Type: Gasoline Engine
In-Line 3-Cylinder
Displacement (cc)
995
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)
67@5700 (73@5700 with Motor Assist)
Torque (lb.-ft @ rpm)
66@4800 (91@2000 with Motor Assist)
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
Valve Train: SOHC
12-Valve VTEC-E™
Fuel System: Programmed Multi-Point Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Ignition System: Direct Electronic with Immobilizer
Type: Electric Motor
Power Output (Kw@rpm)
10@3000
Battery Type: Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH)
Output
144V (120 cells@1.2V)
Rated Capacity
6.5 AH
Drive System Type: Transverse Front Engine + Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual with Starter-Interlock System
Final Drive Ratio
3

Body/Suspension/Chassis

Insight
Body Type: Aluminum Space Frame
Brakes: Power Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Rear Drum
Coefficient of Drag (Cd)
0.25
Front Suspension: Independent Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: Trailing Arms with Torsion Beam
Steering Type: Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion
Tires: All-Season Radials (Low Rolling Resistance)
P165/65 R14
Wheels
Alloy

Colours (Exterior / Interior)

Insight
New Formula Red/Titanium Fabric
Silverstone Metallic/ Titanium Fabric
Royal Navy Blue Pearl/ Titanium Fabric

Exterior / Interior Dimensions

Insight
Wheelbase (mm)
2400
Length (mm)
3938
Width (mm)
1695
Height (mm)
1355
Track – Front / Rear (mm)
1435 / 1325
Curb Weight (Kg)
853
Dimensions- Headroom (mm)
985
- Legroom (mm)
1089
- Hiproom (mm)
1236
Fuel Capacity (L)
40
Fuel Consumption*, City/HWY (L/100km)
3.9 / 3.3
*See Dealer for latest 2005 EnerGuide published by NRCan when available.

Exterior Features

Insight
Antenna
Body-Coloured Side Sills
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Power Operated Mirrors
Front Chin Spoiler
Intermittent Front and Rear Wipers
Rear Window Defroster
Super Heat Rejecting Tinted Glass
Spray Type Washer Nozzles

Interior Features

Insight
12V Accessory Socket
3-Spoke Steering Wheel
AM/FM/CD Stereo with 4 Speakers
Cargo Hook
CFC-Free Automatic Air Conditioning with  Micron Air-Filtration System
Coat Hanger Hook
Day/Night Rear View Mirror
Driver and Passenger Seat 4-Way Manual Adjustments
Driver's Footrest
Front Beverage Holder
Fuel Consumption Indicator
L / 100 km
Glove Box
Keyless Remote Entry
LCD Clock
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
Map Light
Power Door Locks
Power Windows with Driver's One Touch Down and Master Power-Off Switch
Rear Centre Pocket
Rear Console Storage Compartment
Rear Hidden Storage Box
Shift Indicator
Speedometer
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Trip Odometer
Digital
Trunk Light
Vanity Mirror and Ticket Holder

Safety

Insight
3-Point Seatbelts:Driver ELR with Pretensioner and Load Limiter
Passenger ALR / ELR with Pretensioner and Load Limiter
8 km/h Impact Absorbing Bumpers
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Twin Door Beams
Driver and Front Passenger Airbags (SRS)
Knee Bolster
• = Standard