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Honda Insight ZE4

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants

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Engine Overview

The Honda Insight ZE4 is available with one engine variant at 98 hp.

1.5L i-MMD e:HEV · Petrol Hybrid· 153 PS
2019 2022
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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The Honda 1.5L i-MMD e:HEV (Petrol Hybrid, 153 PS) has the LEB8 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Infotainment freezes

Display sporadically freezes or reboots. Typical Honda issue on the 10th gen Civic platform.

Symptoms: Display black, touch unresponsive, reboot needed
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 8 weaknesses have been documented for the Honda Insight ZE4 (2019–2022) — 3 engine-related and 5 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Brakes, Body, Steering. Considered reliable: LEB8 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV).

What to watch out for with the Honda Insight? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Honda Insight ZE4 have? +
The Honda Insight ZE4 has 3 known engine weaknesses and 5 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Honda Insight ZE4? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: LEB8 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV). The most reliable engine is the LEB8 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the LEB8 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV).
Which Honda Insight ZE4 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Honda Insight ZE4. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Honda Insight ZE4 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Honda Insight ZE4 — rated: "Decent". {description} The Insight is a Civic with hybrid power — 153 hp combined, CVT, under 50 mpg. No driving fun, but an honest commuter with Honda reliability.
Is the Honda Insight ZE4 worth buying used? +
The Honda Insight ZE4 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Honda Insight ZE4? +
The Honda Insight ZE4 is available with engine variants from 98 to 98 hp. Petrol: LEB8 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee