A $10K Neon has its own market, and the HCH has a completely different market.

If you want to potentially save $$ then a $10K auto might be the answer.
But don't expect as much. You get what you pay for.

Will the HCH last 200K pr more?
Chances are very likely, given Hondas good reputatioon and track history.
When I sold my Dodge Spirit it had 160K and poor condition. Also take into account that I drove it hard. AC pipes and compressor went at 110K miles, bad springs made it ride crooked, and it left me stranded 3 times. Original paint came off in sheets at 80K miles, and was repainted twice.

I keep my cars for 10 years. Last year I drove 30K miles, and after 10 years I'll have over 300K. I'm not concerned about it.

Honda extended warranty:
I bought mine for about $1k. I see it nothing more than an insurance policy.
For me, this peace of mind is money well spent.

Efficient drivers do it better.
1003 miles a tank personal record. 74MPG calculated. HCH1 CVT