For the same model year, dealers ask 10 points more than private sellers; a gas Insight asks -22% against the median of its model year.
Honda Insight price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | — | 10 | |
| 2019 | — | 10 | |
| 2013 | — | 5 | |
| 2012 | — | 13 | |
| 2011 | — | 5 | |
| 2010 | — | 20 | |
| 2000 | — | 7 |
Dealer or private seller
On the Honda Insight the dealer markup works out at 10% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private seller | 100 | -11.8% | $6,817 |
| Dealer | 67 | -1.4% | $8,157 |
What a branded title costs
| Title | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean title | 141 | -5.7% | $7,008 |
| Salvage | 12 | -14.6% | $11,910 |
Branded titles are harder to insure, finance and resell, so check the exact car first: run its VIN against the records.
How fast price falls with mileage
Measured on the 2010 Insight, the model year with the most listings, so age does not mix in.
| Mileage | Price drop | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 200–225k miles | baseline | 11 |
Which options hold value
The single biggest swing on a Honda Insight is fuel: GAS asks -22% against the median of its own model year.
| Item | Option | Listings | vs median year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Hybrid | 117 | -2.3% |
| Fuel | Gas | 43 | -22.4% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Honda Insight cost?
The median asking price is $5,400 across 190 live listings. A 2000 asks about $3,495 and a 2020 about $14,900. The most listed year is 2010, at $4,500. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Honda Insight valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a Insight from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 1.4% below and private sellers 11.8% below, a gap of about $1,550 on a 2020 at $14,900.
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