Honda StepWGN

The Honda StepWGN is a minivan or MPV, the Honda since 1996. The seating position is higher than the later-developed Honda Odyssey and Honda Stream. In contrast to this it can be held with only seven ordered with eight seats. In the standard version, it has only one door on the driver's side and two doors on the passenger side. The English name is a name for StepWGN grade WGN and pleasure.

First generation (1996-2001)

StepWGN 1

The Honda StepWGN first appeared at the Tokyo Motor Show as the " F -MX " in 1995. Production as StepWGN began on 8 May 1996. At that time, commercial delivery vehicles with central engine in the low price segment were very popular in Japan. Only the passenger side had a sliding door. In August 1997, the passenger airbag and ABS are standard.

As of May 1999, there was a revised front, where the appearance of the headlamps was changed; also wandered the rear license plate down further. 2000 was a remote- controlled central locking as standard. The drive was a 2.0 -liter gasoline engine with 125 hp and 5 -speed manual transmission used.

Second generation (2001-2005)

StepWGN 2

The second generation of Honda StepWGN debuted in 2001. However, it was only a revised StepWGN 1 with similar design. The interior now allowed 4 different seating areas, including " Play Mode" (compared with Tiered seats), "Food Mode" and " Sleep Mode". In " Cargo Mode", the second row of seats in the ground was flat folded for more cargo space. The fuel tank is moved from the left to the right side. The 2.0 -liter engine DOHC i- VTEC K20 now offered 158 hp, improved performance and fuel economy.

In May 2002, there were minor improvements with keyless entry function, and better interior materials. As of October 2002, front and rear bumpers painted in body color, and a radio with CD player was standard.

In June 2003, followed by standard power windows and a cooler that uses the rear air conditioner, and a power liftgate could be ordered optionally.

The " Spada " series with a 2.4 -liter gasoline engine DOHC i -VTEC (160 hp) came in addition to the program. As of June 2004, a CD / mini-disc radio was standard, and xenon headlights were offered as optional equipment.

Third generation (2005-2009)

StepWGN 3

The 3rd generation of Honda StepWGN was a comprehensive review of previous models. Mechanical changes were a 4 -speed automatic transmission, while the 2.4L model received a CVT transmission. Unlike the previous generations, there was now sliding doors on both sides in order to remain competitive with competitors such as the Nissan Serena and Toyota Estima. Thanks to the new low-floor chassis, the interior size remained unchanged, although the body had become shorter. Has also been improved the handling of the vehicle. While the 2.0 liter 153HP K20A "engine now made ​​5 less horsepower, the 2.4-liter K24A engine continued to deliver 160 hp. Honda now installed large triangular window in the front to reduce their blind spots. Available operations in StepWGN were a rare bright wood grain " parquet " and a panoramic roof.

From February 2007, a center armrest was standard on all models in the second row and as of November 2007, the front fascia and front bumper were redesigned. In 2008, there were small changes in StepWGN with a new front grille, new front bumper, new tail lights and rims. In addition, a back-up system was included in all models.

Fourth generation (since 2009)

StepWGN 4

The fourth generation Honda StepWGN is a complete overhaul of the third model again and was presented on 9 October 2009. The model grew in size, height and length at the same width. Available are seven trim levels: G, GL Package, L, Li, Spada S, Spada Z and Spada Zi as the motor is only the 2.0 - liter petrol engine available. The StepWGN is available with either front - or all-wheel drive.