Uspension – HONDA Insight User Manual
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R
EAR
S
USPENSION
The Insight's rear suspension uses trailing arms. These are connected midway along their length by a
curved, H-section steel torsion beam that twists to allow a controlled level of independent suspension
movement.
This arrangement works with very short springs and dampers which allow for a very low rear floor,
while the suspension system still sits entirely below the floor. Coil springs are used, and the system's
telescopic shock absorbers are mounted at a separate location, which also contributes to the Insight's flat
cargo floor.
Other rear suspension features include:
• The rear track is narrower than the front track, which allows for a more aerodynamic body
shape. This, in turn, helps to maximize fuel economy.
• The design gives a low rear roll center and high torsional rigidity. These factors contribute to
handling stability.
• Large rubber bushings, built into the trailing arm privots, provide bump compliance, and are
designed to minimize toe out on turns, also adding to handling stability.
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