The new model Inspire has been developed on the basis of the concept of a “New Intelligent Tourer.” The aim of development was to produce a new luxury sedan which would offer users a high degree of satisfaction through the achievement of superior performance in the basic requirements of luxury sedans while maximizing the advancement and sportiness for which Honda is noted.Refined design gives the vehicle a tremendous sense of presence, individuality and quality, and offers a superbly quiet ride. The employment of numerous new technologies has enabled the complete realization of the development concept.The followings have given the vehicle a level of advancement and sportiness that is unique to Honda: (1) the balance of incredible driving performance with high fuel economy by the V6 3.0L i-VTEC variable cylinder system engine; (2) the body and suspension which have been designed to provide a superbly comfortable ride that belies the power of the vehicle; and (3) the employment of HiDS to offer stress-free high-speed cruising and an advanced safety support system including collision mitigation braking (in a world first) and E-pretensioners.This new luxury sedan is aptly named “Inspire,” offering as it does a level of driving appeal that competitors’ vehicles cannot match.
Article of Honda R&D Technical Review Vol.16 No.1 (1 - 10)