2012 Honda InsightFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Hybrid Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
40
MPG
Highway
42
MPG
Combined
41
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 8 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
48.2MPG average+17.6% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 41 MPG · Owner reported avg: 48.2 MPG
Range: 36–63 MPG
Driving mix: City 30% / Highway 70%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 48.2 real world MPG based on 8 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 41 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
40
Hwy
42
Comb
41
Fuel cost: $1,650/yr
Automatic (AV-S7)
Regular Hybrid
City
40
Hwy
42
Comb
41
Fuel cost: $1,650/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular Hybrid | 40 | 42 | 41 | $1,650 |
| Automatic (AV-S7) | Regular Hybrid | 40 | 42 | 41 | $1,650 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,650
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$3,750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 217 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 7.3 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1.3L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 1.3L, 4-cylinder
- Efficiency Tech
- Auto Start-Stop
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
Annual Fuel Cost by State
Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA
National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,643/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,179/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,422/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,513/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,654/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,650/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,045/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,690/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,589/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,627/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $1,643/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $2,179/yrHIGHEST | +$536 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,422/yrLOWEST | $-221 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,513/yr | $-130 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,654/yr | +$11 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,650/yr | +$7 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $2,045/yr | +$402 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $1,690/yr | +$47 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,589/yr | $-54 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,627/yr | $-16 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 41 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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Honda Insight MPG History
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