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Honda Inspire III (UA4/UA5) 2.5 i V6 24V (200 Hp) Automatic
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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)
III (UA4/UA5) Overview:
Honda Inspire (III (UA4/UA5)). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1490 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 i V6 24V (200 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 2.5L V6 offers a smooth and adequate power delivery for daily driving and highway cruising. While not a performance powerhouse, it provides a refined and comfortable experience.
Fuel Economy
With urban consumption around 14 l/100 km, fuel economy is acceptable for a V6 of its era but can be a significant running cost by modern standards. Highway economy is more reasonable.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly reliable V6 engines with smooth power delivery
- • Comfortable and spacious interior, ideal for long journeys
- • Excellent build quality and refinement typical of Honda
- • Smooth and durable automatic transmission
- • Good value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially for the larger V6s
- • Dated interior technology by modern standards
- • Limited availability and parts outside of Japan
- • Rear drum brakes on the 2.5L model are less effective than discs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Accord Inspire (CB5): October, 1989 - December, 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Inspire |
| Generation: | III (UA4/UA5) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i V6 24V (200 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | October, 1998 |
| End of production: | May, 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.2 Hp/l [150mm more] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J25A More details about the engine J25A |
| Engine displacement: | 2495 |
| 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: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 134.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 161.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1490 |
| Max. weight: | 1765 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4840 mm mm [150mm more] |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2745 mm mm [60mm less] |
| Front track: | 1555 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 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 | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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