Honda Inspire (4th generation)
The intelligent tourer that pioneered Variable Cylinder Management.
- Power
- 250 bhp
- Top speed
- 130 mph
- Est. value
- $3k–$7k
About the Honda Inspire
The fourth-generation Honda Inspire (UC1) was a Japanese domestic market luxury sedan based on the North American Accord platform but featuring a more premium interior and advanced safety tech. It was the first Honda to introduce Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), which could deactivate three cylinders during cruising to improve fuel efficiency. The UC1 also debuted the Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMS), a precursor to modern autonomous emergency braking. While it shares its underpinnings with the Accord, the Inspire was positioned as a more sophisticated alternative to the Toyota Windom and Nissan Teana.
Honda Inspire specs
The Honda Inspire produces 250 bhp (186 kW) and 296 Nm (218 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Inspire |
| Generation | 4th generation (4th generation) |
| Trim | 3.0 V6 |
| Years | 2003–2007 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 3.0-litre V6 i-VTEC |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,997 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 250 bhp (186 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 296 Nm (218 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Top speed | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,540 kg (3,395 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 162 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Honda Inspire worth?
A typical Honda Inspire is estimated to be worth $2,500 – $6,500 (about £1,900 – £4,800).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Honda Inspire rarity in CarSpot
The Honda Inspire is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 5 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Honda Inspire fun facts
- The 2003 Inspire was the first production car in the world to feature a collision mitigation system that applied the brakes automatically.
- Its J30A engine could run as a 3-cylinder during low-load cruising, achieving fuel economy comparable to a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine.
- The car featured an Active Noise Control system that used the audio speakers to cancel out engine booming noise when running in 3-cylinder mode.