[KlumzyDriver]

I have a hilly driveway which presents challenges during winter weather, especially in icy conditions. At times when conditions were especially slippery, my old GEN 2 Insight had to be left at the bottom of the driveway.


This past week we received snow, followed by sleet and freezing rain and unfortunately I was caught out in the weather. I knew this was exactly the conditions that would mean my old GEN 2 would be unable to make it up the driveway.


I was very pleasantly surprised my GEN 3 Touring made it up the driveway without any issue at all (and with stock tires)!

 

[KlumzyDriver]

This is great! The Gen3 is 'only' ~270 lbs heavier; the new weight distribution (due to high voltage battery placement?) makes a difference.

Gen2 EX = 2727 lbs @ 58/42 % weight distribution
Gen3 EX = 3000 lbs @ 61/39 % weight distribution

Wow, you caught me by surprise- the car drives much more solidly than the GEN 2 and I just incorrectly assumed therefore it was MUCH heavier. I have a Touring version and I think the wheels add some extra weight over the EX version, but I do appreciate the feedback!