Negotiating leverage
27
weak leverage / 100
~40 days of national supply — limited negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2021 Honda Insight Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$20,361
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$11,300$27,998
- Typical market range
- $15,994–$21,998
- Ridekick fair price
- $20,361
- Original MSRP range
- $25,010–$29,040
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
2 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
40
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Honda Insight.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$23,009–$24,010
Estimated dealer invoice — about $25,010 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX | $19,649 | $25,010 | $23,009–$24,010 |
| Touring | $21,727 | $29,040 | $26,717–$27,878 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$18,898$24,345$29,791
Fair priceEX
$19,649
EX: fair price $19,649, original MSRP $25,010, estimated dealer cost $23,009 to $24,010.
Touring
$21,727
Touring: fair price $21,727, original MSRP $29,040, estimated dealer cost $26,717 to $27,878.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Honda Insight runs about $20,667 in MT to $22,732 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,476 | $110+ | $21,942 |
| TX | $1,272 | $332 | $21,960 |
| FL | $1,221 | $1,074+ | $22,651 |
| NY | $814 | $371 | $21,541 |
| PA | $1,221 | $587 | $22,164 |
| IL | $1,272 | $683 | $22,311 |
| OH | $1,170 | $444 | $21,970 |
| GA | $1,425 | $637 | $22,418 |
| NC | $611 | $793 | $21,760 |
| WA | $1,323 | $215+ | $21,894 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $20,881 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
55
MPG city
49
MPG highway
52
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Honda Insight configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Honda Insight.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K9E.
Campaign 20V798000 · 17/12/2020
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Campaign 24V064000 · 01/02/2024
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Campaign 26V332000 · 21/05/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Honda Insight?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $20,361, within a typical market range of $15,994 to $21,998.
Is the 2021 Honda Insight cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $25,010, so a fair used price is roughly $4,649 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Honda Insight?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $20,667 in MT to $22,732 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Honda Insight?
There are about 40 days of national market supply for the 2021 Honda Insight — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Honda Insight.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Honda Insight?
Negotiating leverage rates 27/100 (weak). ~40 days of national supply — limited negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Honda Insight?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $23,009–$24,010 — its $25,010 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/6/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.