TOKYO, Japan, October 15, 2012 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
announced that its cumulative worldwide sales of hybrid vehicles surpassed 1
million units as of the end of September 2012. This milestone was reached 12
years and 11 months after the start of sales of the first generation Insight in
Japan November 1999, which realized fuel economy of 35km/liter* then the world's highest fuel economy among
all mass-production gasoline-powered vehicles.
*Measured in 10･15 mode with a 5-speed MT vehicle
Capitalizing on the unique features of Honda’s original
lightweight and compact IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) hybrid system, Honda has
been enhancing its hybrid vehicle lineup and currently sells eight hybrid
models in approximately 50 countries around the world.