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Originally Posted by UltArc
The Integrated Motor Assist works different from the Toyota/Ford system that uses battery power to move it. The Honda system is integrated into the motor to assist.
So in a Prius of Fusion, one can use the all electric system to drive.
In a G1 Insight, one uses the 3 cylinder engine: unless they want more power, and then they get Assist from an Integrated Motor 
No power is weak on hills, but it should not have an affect on highway AT ALL, but city it will affect. No stop start, no boost (IMA helping on take off), less get up and go torque. Even the people who do the engine swaps for the Insights (for racing/autocross) seem to see 40+. |
Oh wow... So is 6k for one with 130k miles worth it? I might be able to talk the guy down to 5k but even if I can't, is 6k worth it?