Legend
The Honda Legend is a luxury sedan produced by Honda since 1985, known for its elegance and performance. Initially launched in Japan, it quickly gained popularity in international markets, including Europe and North America. The ScanRacer Honda Legend page brings together the referenced versions, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages, allowing users to navigate from an overview of the model to version-by-year pages.
Variants by year
2018
2014
2008
2004
1996
1991
1990
1987
1985
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The Honda Legend is a luxury sedan produced by Honda since 1985, known for its elegance and performance. Initially launched in Japan, it quickly gained popularity in international markets, including Europe and North America. The ScanRacer Honda Legend page brings together the referenced versions, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages, allowing users to navigate from an overview of the model to version-by-year pages.
History
The Honda Legend was introduced in 1985 as Honda's flagship model, aiming to compete with European and American luxury sedans. The first generation (1985-1990) was developed in collaboration with the British Austin Rover Group, resulting in similar models like the Rover 800. This generation was equipped with 2.5 and 2.7-liter V6 engines, producing 155 and 177 horsepower, respectively. The second generation (1990-1996) saw the introduction of a 3.2-liter V6 engine, with power outputs ranging from 215 to 235 horsepower, and was recognized for its safety advancements, including the addition of a passenger airbag. The third generation (1996-2004) featured a 3.5-liter V6 engine, developing between 210 and 225 horsepower, and was restyled in 1999 to enhance its design and features. The fourth generation (2004-2012) introduced all-wheel drive and a 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 300 horsepower, earning the Car of the Year title in Japan for 2004-2005. The fifth generation (2014-2016) continued to evolve in design and technology, though its production was limited to certain markets. The sixth generation (2015-2018) was produced primarily for the Japanese market, with improvements in technology and safety. The seventh generation (2026) was unveiled with a radically new design, a hybrid V6 engine, and advanced luxury features, aiming to strengthen the Legend's position in the luxury sedan segment.
Generations
The Honda Legend has undergone several generations since its launch in 1985: - **First generation (1985-1990)**: Introduced in 1985, this generation was developed in collaboration with the British Austin Rover Group, resulting in similar models like the Rover 800. It was equipped with 2.5 and 2.7-liter V6 engines, offering 155 and 177 horsepower, respectively. - **Second generation (1990-1996)**: Launched in 1990, this generation introduced a 3.2-liter V6 engine, with power outputs ranging from 215 to 235 horsepower. It was recognized for its safety advancements, including the addition of a passenger airbag. - **Third generation (1996-2004)**: Presented in 1996, this generation featured a 3.5-liter V6 engine, developing between 210 and 225 horsepower. It was restyled in 1999 to enhance its design and features. - **Fourth generation (2004-2012)**: Introduced in 2004, this generation introduced all-wheel drive and a 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 300 horsepower. It earned the Car of the Year title in Japan for 2004-2005. - **Fifth generation (2014-2016)**: This generation continued to evolve in design and technology, though its production was limited to certain markets. - **Sixth generation (2015-2018)**: Produced primarily for the Japanese market, this generation brought improvements in technology and safety. - **Seventh generation (2026)**: Unveiled with a radically new design, a hybrid V6 engine, and advanced luxury features, this generation aims to strengthen the Legend's position in the luxury sedan segment. Each generation of the Honda Legend has brought innovations and improvements, solidifying its reputation as a high-performance and elegant luxury sedan.
Key differences
The Honda Legend has evolved over generations, bringing notable improvements: - **Design**: Each generation has presented aesthetic changes, from the more angular style of the first generation to the smoother lines of the fourth generation. - **Technology**: The introduction of advanced safety systems, such as the passenger airbag in 1990 and all-wheel drive in 2004, has enhanced safety and performance. - **Performance**: Engines have evolved, from 2.5 and 2.7 liters in the first generation to 3.5 liters producing 300 horsepower in 2004. - **Comfort**: Luxury features, such as leather seats and premium audio systems, have been added to enhance the driving experience. These differences reflect Honda's commitment to innovation and meeting the expectations of luxury sedan drivers.
Photo recognition
To identify a Honda Legend, look for the following features: - **Grille**: Distinctive design with horizontal bars. - **Logo**: "Legend" badge on the trunk or tailgate. - **Dimensions**: Large sedan with a length ranging from 4.8 to 5 meters depending on the generation. - **Features**: Presence of V6 engines, often with specific badges indicating engine displacement. These characteristics help distinguish the Legend from other sedan models.
Important versions
Notable versions of the Honda Legend include: - **1990**: Introduction of the passenger airbag, enhancing safety. - **2004**: Launch of all-wheel drive and the 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 300 horsepower. - **2014**: Improvements in technology and design, though production was limited to certain markets. These versions marked key milestones in the Legend's evolution.
References
- Honda Legend - ADACADAC
- Honda Legend - AutoDataAutoData
- https://www.adac.de/rund-ums-fahrzeug/autokatalog/marken-modelle/honda/legend/?filter=NONEadac.de
- https://www.auto-data.net/es/honda-legend-model-1299auto-data.net
- https://www.auto-data.net/pl/honda-legend-model-1299auto-data.net
- https://www.auto-data.net/ru/honda-legend-model-1299auto-data.net
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Honda Legend produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 1985 - 2018.