Honda Vigor CB5 2.5 i 20V S (190 Hp)


Overall Rating

8 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.0 / 5
Value 3.9 / 5
Performance 4.0 / 5
Comfort 3.8 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

CB5 Overview:

Honda Vigor (CB5). With 237 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1380 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.

Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year N/A
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars N/A
Expert Note:
The Honda Vigor CB5 was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP in 1997, and as such, it was not subjected to modern crash safety assessments. Safety features would be basic by contemporary standards, typical for vehicles of its era.

2.5 i 20V S (190 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Stepping up to the 2.5L inline-five, this engine produced an impressive 190 Hp. It provided significantly stronger acceleration and effortless highway performance, cementing the Vigor's position as a capable executive sport sedan.

Fuel Economy

Achieving 7.4 l/100 km, the 2.5L engine maintained excellent fuel efficiency, especially considering its higher power output. This demonstrated Honda's engineering prowess in balancing power and economy.

Best Use Case: Ideal for long-distance highway travel, spirited driving, and those seeking a more premium performance experience.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Unique and refined inline-five engines
  • • Strong performance for its era
  • • Excellent Honda reliability and build quality
  • • Comfortable and well-appointed interior for its class
  • • Distinctive styling and executive appeal

Cons:

  • • Front-wheel-drive layout might not appeal to traditional luxury buyers
  • • Limited availability of parts for a niche model outside Japan/North America
  • • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
  • • Resale value might be lower than more mainstream competitors

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Honda
Model:Vigor
Generation:CB5
Modification (Engine):2.5 i 20V S (190 Hp)
Start of production:1989
End of production:1995
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:190 Hp @ 6500 rpm.
Power per litre:77.5 Hp/l
Torque:237 Nm @ 3800 rpm.
Engine displacement:2451
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:OHC
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:85 mm
Piston Stroke:86.4 mm
Compression ratio:9:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.4 l/100 km
Maximum speed:210 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:7.3 kg/Hp, 137.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.8 kg/Nm, 171.7 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1380
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:440 l
Fuel tank capacity:65 l
Size:
Length:4835 mm
Width:1780 mm
Height:1370 mm
Wheelbase:2805 mm
Front track:1520 mm
Rear (Back) track:1510 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size205/60 R15 H
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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