Honda Insight vs. Ford Fiesta
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Insight and Ford Fiesta contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda Insight and the Ford Fiesta.
In comparing the Honda Insight's and the Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the Honda Insight has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Honda Insight's and the Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2019 Honda Insight ranges from $12,491 to $23,428 while a used 2019 Ford Fiesta is priced between $6,990 to $17,633.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Insight’s base engine makes 151 horsepower, and the Ford Fiesta base engine makes 120 horsepower. The Insight is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 519 miles. The Fiesta is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. This gives the Honda Insight the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Fiesta. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Fiesta has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and rear head room. The Honda Insight, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Honda Insight has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22930
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
25887
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
22400 - 33520
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
14560
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
17286
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
12460 - 26900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
18230
Price Range:
12491 - 23428
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
18385
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
14525 - 22070
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
85
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
89089
# Good or Great Deals:
30
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11840
Price Range:
6990 - 17633
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
14284
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
10300 - 29195
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
226
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
79711
# Good or Great Deals:
104
Honda Insight Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Fiesta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Insight
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
8.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
7.2 - 9.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Fiesta
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
4.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.7 - 16.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.043
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
16.50829626016983
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
1.2 - 16.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.502486059291739
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.0 - 11.8
Honda Insight Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
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2 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 25Ford Fiesta Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Insight Trim Levels
EX, LX, Touring
Ford Fiesta Trim Levels
S, SE, ST, ST Line
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
151 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
197 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
112 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
55 / 49 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
583 / 519 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2987 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
183.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2537 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
159.7 inches
Wheelbase:
98 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Aegean Blue Metallic / Cosmic Blue Metallic
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Red
Crimson Pearl
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
White Orchid Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Interior Colors
Beige
Ivory
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Charcoal Black w/Sterling Stone Insert
