Compare 2021 Honda Insight vs. 2021 Toyota Prius

Serving Danville, VA

In recent years, there has been a rising demand for fuel-efficient vehicles that are also eco-friendly. Modern-day car owners are looking for these hybrids for different reasons, with some looking to save the extra cash while others are looking to contribute to conserving the environment. Another bunch is just looking for a smooth ride with refined features which define a hybrid. From the release of the first model, the Honda Insight has always stood apart from its competition owing to its sleek design, excellent efficiency, and innovative technology. To better understand what sets this model apart, you can go for an online test drive for the 2021 Honda Insight at Danville Honda.

Here are a few pointers that can help highlight the difference.

Value

When working with a budget, going for a model with the lowest price tag can be the best option. The 2021 Honda Insight has a lower starting MSRP compared to the Toyota Prius. You can find the base model of the Honda Insight at the dealership at $22,930, while the Prius starting price is $24,525. Despite the lowered price tag, Insight still boasts some of the latest innovations available in most of its trim levels. Some of the standard features include a remote engine start, Pandora compatibility, an eight-speaker sound system, and an eight-inch touch-screen infotainment display. Some of this innovation is not found in the Prius, even on the highest trim levels. This makes the 2102 Honda Insight a superior model in terms of value.

Safety

Both the Honda Insight and the Toyota Prius are fitted with their respective suites of safety technologies. However, the Honda Insight has the edge over the Prius to give you some peace of mind when on the road. The Honda is fitted with a standard Road Departure Mitigation System, which is absent in the Prius. The system is designed to detect if you are veering off your lane without indicating. It then uses the steering assistance to help you stay centered within your lane.

The Honda is fitted with speed sensors, seat sensors, and smart airbags deployed under different levels of force to protect the passengers from varied collisions. Prius airbags don't feature smart technology and are bound to deploy full force causing more harm than good in certain situations.

Interior space

On top of being cheaper to purchase, the Honda Insight is also cheaper to own compared to the Toyota Prius. Most Insight versions are known to retain a huge percentage of their value on the resale market. Recent research revealed that the resale value for the Prius drops by more than $8500, which is a huge loss for the first two years of ownership. The same research indicated that Insight saw a value loss of $5310 within the first two years of ownership.

Cost of Ownership

To discover more about what the Honda Insight at Danville Honda offers, visit our website to take a 2021 Honda Insight online test drive. Setting up a remote test drive makes trying out the Honda Insight easier than ever. You can set up a time to try out your favorite trim level of the Insight to see which features and amenities on the Insight work best for you. If you have questions during your Insight online test drive, you can always ask the staff at Danville Honda for the answers. Along with offering an instantaneous test drive at your convenience, we can provide more details about vehicle financing as well.

With all the facts aligned, it is best to say that the 2021 Honda Insight is the most preferred option of the two models. For a Virginia resident, you can visit the Danville Honda dealership to check which model best fits your taste. Both new and certified used models characterize the Danville Honda dealership.

With the development of technology, you can schedule an online test drive for the trim level of your choice to get a taste of the model. If you are not looking for the Honda Insight online test drive experience, you can go down to the dealership and set up an appointment to test drive your 2021 Honda Insight at Danville Honda.

*All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.