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Honda Elysion I 3.5 V6 24V (205 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Elysion:
The Honda Elysion is a seven- or eight-seat minivan initially sold only in Japan as a competitor to the Toyota Alphard and the Nissan Elgrand. The Honda LaGreat, marketed in the US as the Honda Odyssey, featured popular styling but was impractical in Japan due to its relatively large size. Subsequently, the Elysion was designed with styling cues from the LaGreat, but was made smaller to be competitive in the Japanese market.
The Elysion was introduced to the Chinese market in June 2012. Japanese production of the Elysion ceased in October 2013, but it continues to be manufactured and sold in China....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Honda Elysion (I). With 297 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2020 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Honda Elysion I was primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle and was not tested by Euro NCAP. Its safety performance would align with contemporary Japanese safety standards.
3.5 V6 24V (205 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides excellent, effortless performance, making it ideal for long journeys and fully loaded scenarios. The extra displacement adds to refinement.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the 3.0L V6, but the difference is marginal given the added power and smoothness. Still moderate for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with flexible seating
- • Refined V6 engine options offer smooth power delivery
- • Honda's renowned reliability and build quality
- • Excellent ride comfort for long journeys
- • Premium feel and features for its class
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially with V6 engines
- • Larger dimensions can make city parking challenging
- • Primarily a JDM vehicle, parts and servicing might be harder to find outside Japan
- • 2.4L engine can feel underpowered when fully loaded
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Elysion |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 24V (205 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 205 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 59 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 297 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35A |
| Engine displacement: | 3474 |
| 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: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 91 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 101.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 147 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2020 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4920 mm mm |
| Width: | 1845 mm mm |
| Height: | 1810 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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