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Honda Stepwgn III 2.4 i 16V (162 Hp)
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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)
III Overview:
Honda Stepwgn (III). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1570 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. 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 Stepwgn III was primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle and was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Therefore, no star rating or specific scores are available from this organization.
2.4 i 16V (162 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.4L K24A engine provides a respectable 162 Hp, offering smooth and adequate acceleration for a minivan of this size. It's well-suited for daily driving and highway cruising, even with a full load, though it's not designed for sporty performance.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 8.9 l/100 km, the 2.4L engine delivers reasonable economy for a naturally aspirated unit in a minivan. It strikes a good balance between power delivery and fuel efficiency for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and highly versatile interior with flexible seating
- • Reliable and smooth K24A engine with good power for its class
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Practical design focused on family utility and ease of use
- • Good fuel economy for a large minivan
Cons:
- • Primarily a JDM model, making parts and servicing potentially challenging outside Japan
- • Styling might be considered somewhat bland by some
- • Limited engine options for the generation
- • Older models may lack advanced modern safety features
- • Not as dynamic to drive as some European competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2001 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Stepwgn |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i 16V (162 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 162 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K24A More details about the engine K24A |
| Engine displacement: | 2354 |
| 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 oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 103.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1570 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4670 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1845 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2805 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | 5 |
| 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 |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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