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Honda Stepwgn II 2.0 i 16V (160 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Stepwgn:
The Honda Stepwgn is a minivan produced by Honda since 1996. In contrast to the Odyssey and also the Stream, it sports a taller, more upright greenhouse and can accommodate eight people instead of seven. For its first two generations, the car had one door on the driver's side and two doors on the passenger's side.
The first generation Stepwgn originally appeared at the Tokyo Motor Show as the F-MX in 1995.
Japanese sales began on 8 May 1996. At that time, most Japanese minivans usually had the engine mounted under the cabin. The Stepwgn used a more conventional two-box layout, and was based on the Civic to reduce costs. The passenger side was fitted with a sliding door for easier access. To improve profitability, further cost reduction measures were used, such as there being only one engine and transmission option—a two-litre inline-four and a 4-speed automatic transmission—and the vehicle's design reduced the use of steel panels and parts....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Honda Stepwgn (II). With 191 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1500 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Honda Stepwgn II was primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle and was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features for the era typically included ABS.
2.0 i 16V (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 160 Hp from the 2.0L engine provides adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, especially considering its minivan segment. It's not designed for spirited driving but handles family duties competently.
Fuel Economy
The combined fuel consumption of 7.6 l/100 km is respectable for a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine in a vehicle of this size and era, offering a good balance of power and efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious 8-seater interior with versatile seating configurations
- • Reliable Honda powertrain, known for longevity
- • Practical and versatile for family use
- • Relatively good fuel economy for its class and era
Cons:
- • Primarily a JDM model, leading to potential import challenges (parts, servicing)
- • Not particularly engaging or sporty to drive
- • Exterior styling might be considered bland by some
- • Limited international safety test data (e.g., Euro NCAP)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (RF): 1996 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Stepwgn |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 16V (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 80.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 191 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 127.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1500 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4670 mm mm [80mm less] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [95mm less] |
| Height: | 1845 mm mm [205mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2805 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1480 mm |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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