2012 Honda Insight MPG and Fuel Economy

On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 2012 Honda Insight.

The 2012 Honda Insight has 2 model options: Automatic (variable gear ratios) 4-cyl, 1.3 L and Automatic (AV-S7) 4-cyl, 1.3 L.

The 2012 Honda Insight Automatic (variable gear ratios) 4-cyl, 1.3 L has a 101V Ni-MH electric motor which is charged via standard charger.

All MPG estimates are "MPG equivalent". This is a conversion of electric energy consumption to a gasoline equivalent.

The 2012 Honda Insight Automatic (AV-S7) 4-cyl, 1.3 L has a 101V Ni-MH electric motor which is charged via standard charger.

All MPG estimates are "MPG equivalent". This is a conversion of electric energy consumption to a gasoline equivalent.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 2012 Honda Insight Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 2012 Honda Insight is 41 miles per gallon.

The table below breaks down the MPG for each model option:

Model Option Combined MPG City MPG Highway MPG
Automatic (variable gear ratios) 4-cyl, 1.3 L 41 40 42
Automatic (AV-S7) 4-cyl, 1.3 L 41 40 42

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 2012 Honda Insight?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 2012 Honda Insight is $1,550.

The average fuel costs have been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

Comparing a 2012 Honda Insight to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will save $3,750 on fuel.

The table below shows the fuel costs and 5-year save/spend for each model option:

Model Option Fuel Cost 5-Year Save/Spend
Automatic (variable gear ratios) 4-cyl, 1.3 L $1,550 save $3,750
Automatic (AV-S7) 4-cyl, 1.3 L $1,550 save $3,750

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 2012 Honda Insight Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 2012 Honda Insight will consume in one year is 7 barrels.

The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.

Model Option Barrels
Automatic (variable gear ratios) 4-cyl, 1.3 L 7
Automatic (AV-S7) 4-cyl, 1.3 L 7

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 2 2012 Honda Insight model options.

Automatic (variable gear ratios) 4-cyl, 1.3 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2012 Honda Insight Automatic (variable gear ratios) 4-cyl, 1.3 L:

City MPG 40
Highway MPG 42
Combined MPG 41
Save/Spend vs Average Car Save 3,750
Fuel Cost $1,550
Fuel Type 1 Regular
Electric Motor 101V Ni-MH
ATV Type Hybrid
Barrels of Petroleum 7
Drive Front-Wheel Drive
Cylinders 4
Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Vehicle Class Compact Cars
Start/Stop? Yes
Supercharged? No
Turbocharged? No

Automatic (AV-S7) 4-cyl, 1.3 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2012 Honda Insight Automatic (AV-S7) 4-cyl, 1.3 L:

City MPG 40
Highway MPG 42
Combined MPG 41
Save/Spend vs Average Car Save 3,750
Fuel Cost $1,550
Fuel Type 1 Regular
Electric Motor 101V Ni-MH
ATV Type Hybrid
Barrels of Petroleum 7
Drive Front-Wheel Drive
Cylinders 4
Transmission Automatic (AV-S7)
Vehicle Class Compact Cars
Start/Stop? Yes
Supercharged? No
Turbocharged? No

Disclaimer

Ratings were provided by the manufacturer to the U.S. Department of Energy, which is where we sourced the data. Be advised that manufacturers may have upgraded, downgraded, or changed these ratings following the compilation of this data.

MPG Buddy does not guarantee the accuracy of this data, nor are we liable for any decisions made by referencing this data. Make sure to contact the specific car manufacturer to confirm accuracy.

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