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Honda Inspire I (CB5/CC2/CC3) 20 Gi (165 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)
I (CB5/CC2/CC3) Overview:
Honda Inspire (I (CB5/CC2/CC3)). 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.
20 Gi (165 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.0L G20A 5-cylinder engine provides a respectable 165 Hp, offering smooth and linear acceleration for daily driving and comfortable highway cruising, though not overtly sporty.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 9.4 l/100 km, this engine offers reasonable economy for a 2.0L 5-cylinder automatic sedan from the early 90s, balancing power with efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and refined 5-cylinder engines
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for its class
- • Honda's renowned reliability and build quality
- • Unique longitudinal engine layout for balanced handling
- • Distinctive styling for a mid-size sedan
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is average by modern standards
- • Automatic transmission can feel dated compared to newer systems
- • Safety features are limited to the era's standards
- • Parts availability might be challenging for specific components
- • Steering feel might be less engaging than some rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (UA1/UA2/UA3): February, 1995 - September, 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Inspire |
| Generation: | I (CB5/CC2/CC3) |
| Modification (Engine): | 20 Gi (165 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | January, 1992 |
| End of production: | January, 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 165 Hp @ 6700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 82.7 Hp/l [10mm 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: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.4 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: | 4830 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Width: | 1775 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Height: | 1375 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2805 mm mm [35mm less] |
| 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] |
| 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 |
If you could change one thing about the Honda Inspire, what would it be?