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Honda Inspire V (CP3) 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) ECT
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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)
V (CP3) Overview:
Honda Inspire (V (CP3)). With 342 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1610 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.
3.5 V6 (280 Hp) ECT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5 V6 J35A engine provides strong, smooth acceleration, making the Inspire a capable performer for its class. The 280 Hp is ample for highway cruising and confident overtakes.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km, the V6 is reasonably efficient for its power output, especially considering its naturally aspirated design, but not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and smooth 3.5L V6 J35A engine
- • Reputable Honda reliability and build quality
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for five occupants
- • Refined ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Good standard features for its class
Cons:
- • Fuel economy, while reasonable, isn't outstanding for its segment
- • Design might be considered conservative by some
- • Limited engine options (only one V6 listed)
- • Not directly tested by Euro NCAP (though related models performed well)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V (CP3, facelift 2010): August, 2010 - September, 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Inspire |
| Generation: | V (CP3) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) ECT |
| Start of production: | December, 2007 |
| End of production: | July, 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 80.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 342 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35A [Same engine] More details about the engine J35A |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 175 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 213.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1600-1620 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4940 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Width: | 1845 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1580 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1580 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ECT |
| 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 | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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