9:00am Thursday 25th June 2009
If your goal is to convince people to buy into the whole hybrid deal, producing a car with broad appeal built in is always going to be a good start.
The Insight’s smaller battery pack and associated electronics allows for a good size boot and family hatch levels of space
Ease of use is big feature of the Insight, with the car proving to be a doddle to drive in its natural environment: town. A good driving position, good visibility plus light and accurate controls make the chore of driving around town refreshingly pleasant. The car’s supple ride is the icing on the cake, and does a good job of soaking up the all too plentiful urban potholes.
The driver is faced with a multicoloured display, with a variety of icons and electronic helpers all geared towards encouraging you to drive frugally.
It’s also a practical car, which should make it attractive to families.
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