
Among hybrids, the Insight fares well.
The Hyundai Ioniq can be less expensive, but its interior lacks pizzazz.
The Prius’ liftback shape will draw some in for its practicality, but also turn some away for its odd look.
The Niro is a traditional hatchback with plenty of usable space, although its interior can be dark.
The Honda Civic is related to the Insight and more expressive, although it’s not a hybrid.
The Corolla Hybrid is new for 2020 and takes the Insight’s approach: inconspicuous efficiency.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2020 Honda Insight is a fuel-efficient compact sedan that has a secret: it’s among the safest cars on the road. |
The 2020 Honda Civic sets the pace among affordable compact cars. |
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq hybrids and plug-ins trade on affordability instead of luxury. |
The 2020 Kia Niro is a compelling eco-friendly car for those opposed to Prius-like looks. |
It’s still among the more mildly flavored mass-market sedans, but the 2020 Toyota Corolla has dropped the bland from its diet. |
The 2020 Toyota Prius is a good choice for commuters made even better with more smartphone connectivity this year. |
MSRP From | |||||
$22,930 | $20,000 | $33,045 | $24,590 | $19,600 | $24,325 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
51 MPG City / 49 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy | 55 MPG City / 59 MPG Hwy | 46 MPG City / 46 MPG Hwy | 28 MPG City / 52 MPG Hwy | 52 MPG City / 53 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Gas/Electric I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas/Electric I-4 | Gas/Electric I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas/Electric I-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
Midsize Cars | Midsize Cars | Large Cars | Small Station Wagon | Compact Cars | Mid-Size Cars |
Style Name | |||||
LX CVT | LX Manual | Blue Hatchback | LX FWD | L CVT (GS) | L Eco (GS) |
Drivetrain | |||||
Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Sedan | Sedan | Hatchback | Sport Utility | Sedan | Hatchback |
Transmission | |||||
CVT w/OD | Manual w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | CVT w/OD | CVT w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2020 Honda Insight vs. 2020 Honda Civic | 2020 Honda Insight vs. 2020 Hyundai Ioniq | 2020 Honda Insight vs. 2020 Kia Niro | 2020 Honda Insight vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla | 2020 Honda Insight vs. 2020 Toyota Prius |