Honda Inspire (5th generation)
The Japanese-market luxury flagship of the Accord lineage, featuring advanced cylinder management.
- Power
- 280 bhp
- Top speed
- 112 mph
About the Honda Inspire
The fifth-generation Honda Inspire (CP3) was the final iteration of the nameplate in Japan, serving as a more luxurious, V6-only counterpart to the global Accord. Based on the larger North American eighth-generation Accord chassis, it was distinguished by its 3.5-litre i-VTEC engine equipped with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), which could deactivate cylinders to improve fuel efficiency. The Inspire was positioned as a premium executive sedan, competing with the Toyota Crown and Nissan Fuga, and featured high-end tech like the Internavi system and Collision Mitigation Braking. While it shares its silhouette with the US Accord, the Inspire's unique front and rear styling and higher equipment levels make it a distinct choice for JDM enthusiasts seeking a comfortable, powerful cruiser.
Honda Inspire specs
The Honda Inspire produces 280 bhp (209 kW) and 342 Nm (252 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Inspire |
| Generation | 5th generation (5th generation) |
| Trim | 3.5 V6 |
| Years | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 3.5-litre i-VTEC V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,471 cc (3.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 280 bhp (209 kW) at 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 342 Nm (252 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,600 kg (3,527 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 175 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Honda Inspire rarity in CarSpot
The Honda Inspire is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 8 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 Inspire's VCM system is so advanced it can switch between three, four, and six-cylinder modes depending on the load to maximize fuel economy.
- Despite its American-market dimensions, the fifth-generation Inspire was built at Honda's Sayama Plant in Japan.
- The Inspire was the only 3.5-litre class sedan in Japan at its launch that was designed to run on regular unleaded gasoline rather than premium.