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1337 · 03-10-2009, 07:26 PM

SVOboy-
Yeah, you're probably right. I wouldn't be surprised if 55-60MPG is doable on US highways in an '09 Insight. Even so, based on how well you've done with your VX-powered CRX, I bet Honda could make a non-hybrid, low-drag car on a Fit platform with a tiny gas engine that could come close to your CRX's MPG. Without IMA and with a spartan interior, my proposed 2010 Fit CRX HF Value Edition could probably manage 55mpg highway with tall gearing and cost closer to 13k.

jmonroe-
I see your point, but we all know that pricing can get pretty bloated with options like Nav. Personally, I want a stripped-down interior, possibly without A/C, and I'll enjoy the reduced price and curb weight.

03-10-2009, 07:26 PM	#4 (permalink)
1337 In hypermiler central Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: UC Berkeley Posts: 230 [SOLD] Highway Warrior - '00 Mazda Protege LX 1.6L Manual 90 day: 35.93 mpg (US) Basic Miata - '06 Mazda Miata Touring 90 day: 30.93 mpg (US) Thanks: 55 Thanked 6 Times in 3 Posts	SVOboy- Yeah, you're probably right. I wouldn't be surprised if 55-60MPG is doable on US highways in an '09 Insight. Even so, based on how well you've done with your VX-powered CRX, I bet Honda could make a non-hybrid, low-drag car on a Fit platform with a tiny gas engine that could come close to your CRX's MPG. Without IMA and with a spartan interior, my proposed 2010 Fit CRX HF Value Edition could probably manage 55mpg highway with tall gearing and cost closer to 13k. jmonroe- I see your point, but we all know that pricing can get pretty bloated with options like Nav. Personally, I want a stripped-down interior, possibly without A/C, and I'll enjoy the reduced price and curb weight.