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Honda Inspire II (UA1/UA2/UA3) 2.0 i 20V G (160 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Honda Inspire:
The Honda Inspire is a mid-size sedan derived from the Honda Accord chassis. The first Inspire debuted in late 1989 as the Accord Inspire, a sister nameplate to the Honda Vigor. It was sold at different retail channels in Japan, known as Honda Verno for the Vigor/Saber, and as the Inspire at Honda Clio stores.
In 1995, the Inspire was updated and exported to the US as the Acura 3. 2 TL, while the Vigor nameplate was replaced with the Honda Saber. The longitudinal 2. 5L straight-five engine layout and platform remained and was sold as the Acura 2. 5 TL....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (UA1/UA2/UA3) Overview:
Honda Inspire (II (UA1/UA2/UA3)). With 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i 20V G (160 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 160 Hp G20A inline-five provides adequate power for most situations, feeling lively at higher RPMs, though less potent than the 2.5L or V6.
Fuel Economy
Achieving the best fuel economy of the lineup at 9.3 l/100 km combined, this engine is the most economical choice for the Inspire II.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and smooth Honda engines (Inline-5 and V6)
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Distinctive and unique inline-five engine options
- • Good build quality and durability
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially for the V6
- • Styling might be considered conservative or dated by modern standards
- • Automatic transmission only (no manual option listed)
- • Limited availability outside of specific markets (Japan, North America as Acura TL)
- • Lack of modern safety features compared to newer vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V (CP3): December, 2007 - July, 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Inspire |
| Generation: | II (UA1/UA2/UA3) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 20V G (160 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | February, 1995 |
| End of production: | September, 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 6700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.2 Hp/l [100mm less] |
| Torque: | 186 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G20A More details about the engine G20A |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1370 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4840 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm [60mm less] |
| Height: | 1405 mm mm [70mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2840 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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