Prince - in the mud!

The Honda went crazy. Violated the laws of the automotive industry. Once and forgot the old dogmas. And so brazen, that created perhaps one of the best pickups in the world. I tell you, it does not happen! Passengers Honda Ridgeline quietly talking, lounging on the sofa back. Why do not they ask them to release more and more never to invite - as was the Ford Ranger? Why the front passenger keen to turn the handle separate climate and pour into your ears the sound of high-grade audio system? Where the hell is a pickup truck - the best, after a tractor, a friend of the American farmer - gray corrugated skin, contracted at the joints neat stitches? A "race" instrument cluster with silver well packed in a speedometer - what is it? History bolezniPomeshatelstvo Honda dated 2004, and in the medical record indicated the exhibition SEMA (Las Vegas, USA). It was there that was submitted to pre-production SUV Ridgeline, which had a roof posnosit American dudes. This is for next year with the National Road Safety USA (NHTSA) announced that the car has become the world's first four-door pickup truck, which received five "stars" for the safety and side and frontal crash tests. It's a little later, the same organization will call Honda Ridgeline most "neperevorachivaemym", and a year later the car is found to be an ideal pick-up according to residents of the 50 states and at the same time - the best car in the category TRUCK OF THE YEAR 2006. All this will happen, and then, four years ago, hondovtsy first encroached on the full-size SUV segment with an open cargo platform.

The new Odyssey

Honda Stream - a new word in class monocabs uttered on this occasion the Japanese manufacturer. Still not a minivan, not passenger car - Honda Stream balance somewhere on the verge of offering customers the best features of both classes. The emergence of a new minivan, which is quite unusual, even and non-traditional products, today can be attributed to the category of ordinary things: competition in the world automobile is so high that simply comply with all requirements of the canons of style and today means a life-long stagnation in the "middling". Virtually all models of recent years, especially popular and fastest-growing market sectors are, if not revolution, at least, a little "coup" in the world of traditional car values. All that previously seemed unshakeable and as it was mandatory for a particular class, now can easily be replaced by something else, or absent. You've seen Renault Ver Satis? Five years ago, buyers of models in business class and could not imagine that's too expensive and prestigious car might look like, and now it's a production car. Popular and fashionable, not coming down from the pages of automotive magazines and newspapers. Now you understand that, even if in such a sufficiently conservative and strict, the classes there is complete "lawlessness", then talk about some sort of tradition in other, less encumbered certain image "dead weight" classes just pointless, especially when it comes to these rather non-traditional models, both micro-and mini vans.

The new Odyssey

The emergence of a new minivan, which is quite unusual, even and non-traditional products, today can be attributed to the category of ordinary things: competition in the world automobile is so high that simply comply with all requirements of the canons of style and today means a life-long stagnation in the "middling". Virtually all models of recent years, especially popular and fastest-growing market sectors are, if not revolution, at least, a little "coup" in the world of traditional car values. All that previously seemed unshakeable and as it was mandatory for a particular class, now can easily be replaced by something else, or absent. You've seen Renault Ver Satis? Five years ago, buyers of models in business class and could not imagine that's too expensive and prestigious car might look like, and now it's a production car. Popular and fashionable, not coming down from the pages of automotive magazines and newspapers. Now you understand that, even if in such a sufficiently conservative and strict, the classes there is complete "lawlessness", then talk about some sort of tradition in other, less encumbered certain image "dead weight" classes just pointless, especially when it comes to these rather non-traditional models, both micro-and mini vans. Here, indeed, that no model or a superstar. From that moment on, as Renault did an incredibly fantastic career with his Scenic, each having a significant potential automaker hopes to market as no other representative of a new, hitherto unknown subclass.

To the sea!

To tell the truth - the crisis, not to the Bahamas! And we Sochi shoals immediately - there is "nothing more, but it is more expensive." More expensive than, say, on Spain's Costa del Sol. So one of us, riding along with his wife, Honda Pilot, headed toward the Sea of ??Azov. And second, in the company of four adults and one 10-year old offspring at Chrysler Grand Voyager flew to the Crimea. We decided that each of us in the first person tells about his impressions. I. Oleg Osipov: without a single shtrafaEsli to me someone said that made the journey of almost three thousand kilometers of Russian roads, not a penny Girls Dancing unfastened, I would probably not have believed it. Because our road rules, signs and markings, and - most importantly - themselves traffic cops are so constructed that it is impossible not to violate the traffic rules at all desire. However, this stubborn fact - not a single fine! Stopped, of course, once "tried to show," but - without prejudice to the family budget. How come he did not understand Pilot starts to rassvetaPoskolku path length of 1,050 km to Rostov-on-Don, where he planned to overnight, I'm well aware, we left around four in the morning to the evening to be in place. In my opinion - the best option, especially when you are driving there is no one to change: from Moscow to choose without the slightest difficulty, and persecute from the heart to the empty and dark road before dawn, slowing down only to the post of DPS.

Catch a rainbow

Imagine that you have harnessed the storm or tornado. The legendary sports cars are given the chance to experience the same feeling about. Replenishment of their ranks are rare, and even come close to him are always in the spotlight. Name of new developments - Honda S2000. Such in automotive history has ever had. Judge for yourself: 120 hp from each of two liters of air, without any turbine or blower, the motor. Impressive? And what about the maximum speed, which are limited to the mark 9000? And the time limits and power are achieved, respectively, on the mind boggles 7500 and 8300 rev / min.! That is about one-half longer than the others. And all this in sports, but all the same standard and available for many cars. It is noteworthy that the release was timed to the S2000 to the 50th anniversary of the company. A good way to mark the anniversary. CLICK ON ... The appearance of the machine coincides with the classical concepts of the so-called dream car - a machine dreams: an arrow-shaped, with a huge hood and powerful fender muscle profile, low ground clearance and huge rims. Inside attracts attention first and foremost a huge red button Start Engine, which runs the engine after turning the key in the ignition. A good designer find. It seems to be important, but what psychological effect! Instantly creates a very special mood. By the way, this decision (engine start button) and applied to the latest models of Mercedes, this part of the new system "run without a key" - keyless-go.

Diary of a Honda Pilot, or Christmas tale

Matches with any real people and machines are not random! Part One, gorodskaya31 December 2009, 14:00 mskOni all today some suspiciously lively - smile, danced, hung shiny tinsel and placed sparse artificial Christmas trees. Of course, they have the New Year. Look how loud talk, "Where will you celebrate? What do you mean? And then? Oh cool! "And we are waiting for another boring night ... How sad sick to stand on this floor polished to a shine and look at his reflection in the glass walls! Beautiful, brutalen, in his prime. I want it to chance, catch the wind, mud puddle, travel around the world! - Yes, look, here's a great option, "Pilotik" in 2009, a 3.5-liter, "automatic", the top-end equipment Executive ... Oh, potential owners ! December 31? It's probably just went to warm up or so, sit-touch. I've long since they did not believe it. While there is nothing like the guys, nice couple, smiling. Hey, young family, here I am! - Black? - Petulantly asked the girl. - I would like to clear ... But what a jeep can not be black! You're alone! - I like black, - boy said soothingly. Well done, lad, go away soon! I told you because like me? - Interesting design had such a brutal, harsh, rough, but attractive. - Yes - with his comments got our manager. - It's an American .- It looks like a real SUV, healthy, but this is rather a crossover? I read that he had no permanent four-wheel drive, and the clearance is too small at first glance ...

A modest innovator

After a 3-year hiatus, Honda Motor renews the former name of Insight: instead of an extravagant two-seat "coupe" market-derived 5-door "hatchback" size class C. And, as in Generation I, Insight 2009 is equipped with a "hybrid" gasoline-electric powertrain IMA (Integrated Motor Assist - built-in auxiliary motor). Without options - like toyotovskomu "Prius." Eyeing for a relatively inexpensive "hybrid" passenger car? Look at the experience from the first acquaintance with the new Insight carried avtoobozrevateli professional. Perhaps their opinion will enhance your interest in cars with a combined power plant. Or vice versa Form and funktsiyaPri first look at the Insight II generation comes to mind Prius, - even if you do not remember their common "hybrid" nature. A typical roof line and chopped "feed", it is not surprising - after all, function dictates form. Soviet Tu-144 and the Franco-British Concord strikingly resemble each other, but were created independently. That's Insight, which was sculpted design primarily for reasons of aerodynamics. Even in the 30th German engineer Wunibald Kamm found that for proper flow automotive air best body slightly sloping roofline, while the "tail" vigorously stump. The new Insight is just "Kamm" profile - even with the window in a vertical slice "poop." A front is clearly borrowed from the futuristic FCX Clarity fuel cell, hydrogen - to a sister.

The formula of the future

Just imagine: the car is eating less, and goes quickly, and that causes minimal damage to the environment. Not for nothing in America has already sold 37 models with hybrid power plants, and in Japan - and even more. Very soon, may well be to buy a car with a conventional internal combustion engine under the hood at all would be bad form. However, there are "buts" - the price. As it turned out in a recent survey, 40% of potential buyers do not consider buying a hybrid car for one reason - he is worth more than their classmates. Here as the "destroyer of stereotypes," and speaks of the second generation Honda Insight: Japanese company claims that this will be the most affordable hybrid in the world. However, at the time of the first official test drive in Valencia, the price list were not announced, in Europe the price will be announced on April 18 when the car will appear at dealers. In Russia, it will arrive within the next two years - when it is, is not defined yet. That is if the government, as in America, will pay more for economical and environmentally friendly cars ... But in any case to the new product should look. I did it with pleasure, and seems to understand - why can be an inexpensive Insight and demand. "Air gymnastics" design itself determines the Honda Insight strange-sounding phrase in Russian "aero athlete." There are, however, is quite understandable circus term "trapeze artist". In a sense, it is engaged in aerial gymnastics, engineers and designers, as designed by Insight - they achieve a minimum coefficient of aerodynamic drag.

Verbatim reading

The terms "estate" and "OLA" (Estate of high capacity) denote the same thing. But the "van" is translated as "wagon" or "van", "wagon" as we associate with a very definite body car. To say that the Honda Stream - "car", the language does not turn. So leave a formality: it is OLA. In a literal sense. It in itself - look at Europe, analogue to this car is almost senseless. Unless the Opel Zafira, one of Europe's compact minivans, seven-seat body obzavedshiysya. Not so in Japan, where many domestic models, which in size to the "real" yet nedotyagivaet minivan, but in the "compact" is no longer fit. Mitsubishi Dion, Nissan Prairie, Toyota Picnic (the latter, incidentally, comes to Europe) ... As Stream, they have three rows of seats, the overall width of 1695 mm (according to the Japanese classification), but a "minivan" proportions: these machines are higher. Honda is perceived almost as an ordinary sedan, especially considering the current trend to increase the height of car bodies. And in the background noticeably grown up "basic" hatchbacks (Civic) did not look some much especially high. Of the two proposed engine (1.7 liter, 131 hp, 155 Nm 2.0 liter, 153 hp, 186 lb-ft) two-liter interesting, and not because the powerful. It is at its debut in Europe a system i-VTEC, which not only changes the height of the valve lift, as does "just" VTEC, but also shifts the phase of the "intake" camshaft.

All sit down

I do not like overseas taxi. First of all, expensive, and secondly, in the front seat is always stuff: the passenger seat - behind. And I love to sit in front. Even in Germany, during the presentation of Maybach, when for two days, journalists could pose as bankers and oil kings, I strove to sit beside the driver. Although I know that laid back. In addition, as safer. My five year old son knows this too. But every time hopefully asks: Dad, we're going away? Because if not far, if or to the store for holiday makers to neighbors, then he will be allowed to sit in front. We can not, of course, to allow, but I allow. Sitting in front - it's great. You communion, you - a little shturman.Avtomobil was black, and therefore seemed to be great. And I am ashamed to think that the Honda FR-V - from the "full size" as the Volkswagen Sharan or Peugeot 807. But in reality - shorter than Volkswagen Touran, shorter than the Ford C-MAX! And why it seemed to the contrary? Probably an optical illusion - because of the distinct longitudinal "folds" along the sides. And Honda has seemed shirokoy.Honda FR-V - the car is not bright. He restrained and in hondovski accurate. But with cunning. I'm not a slanted headlights - they have become commonplace. The main thing - that may sit in the front three. Ideally - father, mother, and in the center - the child. It is true that immediately comes to mind touching dolphin Fiat Multipla - there, too, can sit in the front three.

The strange element

For driving or in bed, and all the better younger. It was with this idea, which could well be the advertising slogan, created by car Honda Element. The decision to "stir up a new funny theme" was born to a handful of twenty designers Honda in 1995. But only three years, hanging out exclusively for business purposes in extreme games in San Diego, they were able to pass the first ready-to-car drawings. On the beaches of California audacious creators came to such conclusions: those who are fresh in body and soul, for active lives need a car to serve as a cabana at the same time, a bed, pantry and a place for gatherings. "Old fart" among the company's management doubted the correctness of the choice of the consumer contingent doge "tents" outside of the car. At him, according to the authors, the youth, "lead" is mandatory. What happened then happened. Late last year, a strange hybrid pickup truck, bus and SUV sold in the U.S. began. After a while he was in Russia. PASSPORT DANNYES positioning machine came apparent puncture. Practice shows that now the main buyers Element - those over 35. Even for American boys and girls $ 16 000 for the cheapest option with a 4x2 and a complete set DX is a bit much. A four-wheel drive and slightly more expensive equipment EX (with air conditioning, cruise control, side airbags) would cost $ 21 thousand. Speaking of Russian youth, the price of the car for her $ 40 thousand - the foreign element at all. No hopes of slaughtering and design.

Friend of Youth

In the seventy years of American bought their last car - the big, expensive and luxurious. Something like a Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac DeVille. But what to choose, if you have not twenty? There does not razmahneshsya! Somewhere in Michigan or Rhode Island, the first generation machines in "Y" are Dodge Neon and Nissan Sentra, and in South Carolina or godforsaken Oklahoma - Chevrolet Colorado and Ford Ranger. But here in California and Florida, bathing in money, sun and ocean, poor and rural pickup compact car will not pass. Here in the eternal fashion healthy and active lifestyles, and extreme is firmly in the top 10 coolest words. Climate and nature provide ideal conditions for a variety of sports practices, and personal income can not skimp on razvlecheniya.Nebednye natives also chasing image and individualization. That is why in those states as developed show business, fitness business, cosmetic medicine and "customizing" (in nashenski, tuning). Demanding and capricious audience loves when her tastes, though volatile, indulge. Knowing this, hondovtsy looked closer, and even ask the price ... invented the automobile. The car is not easy, and the "general purpose". However, for narrow segments of the population. Layers of young, heedless, but the affluent. And called it modestly - Element. Say, one of the elements of your joyous and carefree zhizni.Predpolagaetsya that Element, ideal for the company from three to four adventurers who travel on the coast somewhere in Santa Monica, where a good wave.

Lose Weight Together

Cars behave like real models podium. Someone throws the weight of all possible ways to win in the speed of someone pumping a loin portion to give solidity. Some do garish make-up, others try on a new dynamic style. Honda Jazz prettier by the fact that the preferred diet of advanced fitness. The fact that the new version of Jazz, sooner or later develop into "small fry" B-segment, it was clear and the old model. The new salon has a spacious, almost like a Civic, and almost the entire area of ??the car roof stretched picture window. Passengers looking at the sky, can forget about that sit in the car. You may want to get out half a length on the wide hatch and a little povizzhat in the wind. This "heavenly bonus" even for our short summer has to compensate for the inconvenience rather low body kit, that car and tries to cut to the curb. A little grown size hint that the "kid" Jazz rounded up to the adult forms. This is a general trend for company cars - the car is growing along with the client, both physically and financially. As a rule, in the direction of the nearest "older" model. The interior of this progressive movement is not far behind: bright wheel of the Civic and appliances, recessed wells in silver - sports, where the same without him. Rather, the allusion to the sport - after all it's not a racing car. But little weight can quickly get away from traffic lights, and sequential transmission with manual shift paddles petals makes it possible to accelerate briskly.

Perfect balance

This summer has turned to a rich family car releases, and the appearance in our market next odnoob'emnik at first glance - the event is not signed. But when it comes to Honda FR-V, this is debatable. Of course, these cars have quite a few, but with all the richness of choice that "Japanese" can markedly affect the balance of power, at least among other things, he certainly will not get lost. Unusual stylish appearance typical of late-model «Honda», but the FR-V can be rightfully considered one of the best creations of designers. However, it is obvious that the car worked pretty not only artists - odnoob'emnik unusual not only outside but inside, and it concerns not just the interior but also the organization of internal space. But first things first. Design of the car, I must say, very impressive - dynamic, vivid, solid ... Modern forms, rapid profile, tightly-defined longitudinal ribs passing through the entire body - every detail as if radiates energy, sometimes it seems that you look not to the family kompaktven, but on a miniature sports crossover. This is especially noticeable in the rear of the car, on its geometry and the characteristic performance of something resembling the "back of» BMW X5. Nevertheless, the front FR-V is not as aggressive and more typical family car - a very sharp edge is in harmony with the smooth, soft lines, and wide-set headlights and "smiling" front bumper and did make the minivan in a friendly jovial. The interior, if I may say so, is maintained at about the same style - the unity of opposites.

Mind game

CD-vans today are popular and more and more manufacturers include them in their programs. Was no exception and Honda Motor, which released the next novelty. Practicality is increasingly penetrating into the minds of our fellow citizens. There are fewer people who buy things just because of the fact that she is beautiful and prestigious. People have learned to count money and invest them properly. The people want a smaller amount to get more. Phone has long ceased to be the only means of communication, the player must be with a voice recorder, a wardrobe in one motion must be converted into a luxurious bed, and even banal holder toilet paper in the toilet, many more and FM-radio. What to say about cars! Consumers are now choosy. If we meet and pay for car $ 30 000, then so be sure to bypass more than one salon in search of what would provide him comfort. Comfort. Someone means by this house slippers, luxurious sofa and plasma TV in the wall. Someone can not imagine it without a bath with hydromassage. For some, the comfort - it's peace of mind. But there are those who prefer the comfort of your car. This is not only soft seats, a full "minced" and luxury sound system, but also the ability to easily adjust your car's specific needs. It is to such machines is Honda FR-V.Ona unusual. And not only that the salon has a very unusual pattern of transformation (more on that later), but in general design. Determine exactly who produced a car that, were it not for its corporate nameplate, it would be difficult.

The first swallow

Could it be released? I can not believe: it was too long were the "birth" of hydrogen production car ... and if at the beginning of the millennium, each new "hydrogen" the concept drew attention, taking the band in magazines and Internet sites, today and in the interest of journalists and the public for such vehicles pouvyal. By now all the car manufacturers, including domestic and VAZ and GAZ, mark the launch of concepts - "hydrogenic", so that now even those show-stoppers not tyanut.Nikto believes that someday "hydrogen domobil" can be will be available in specially avtosalone.A gossips among analysts generally say bluntly, if fuel cell cars are needed, above all, by the automaker, which receive tax breaks under their development. ... But here's something creaked, and the wheel "of a new transport "Although not spun, but provernuli. Honda announced the launch of the first in the U.S., and then - and the sedan in Japan FCX ??Clarity, which will be the first production hydrogen avtomobilem.Dlya those who have forgotten that this is briefly recall. The central unit "vodorodomobilya" is a unit of fuel cells or electrochemical generator. It is a container with a variety of cells (fuel cells), which combine hydrogen (from a tank) and oxygen (from air), from which water is formed and an electric current, torque motor.Vpervye fuel cell vehicle was introduced in 1966 . by General Motors. He was named GM Electrovan - a kind of minibus, which almost the entire cargo compartment occupied by cylinders of oxygen and hydrogen, as well as electrochemical generator itself.

Soul wide open

Compact SUV Honda Element is unlikely to receive the Audience Award for appearance: it was too frivolous it. But we should not draw hasty conclusions: this car is not as simple as it sounds! Look at the handles: can not find anything unusual? At Honda Element is no B-pillar, so the rear doors open "backwards". Such a decision as yet not been used in the serial vnedorozhnike.U "swing" design a lot of pluses. This is easy to fit, and the possibility of loading "oversized". Bad is that to get to the back seat or leave it be, just after opening the front door. "The doors" closed "overlap": first one, then another. It seems that if you inadvertently close the front at first, and then to slap the back of the soul, it will end body repair and painting with editing the damaged parts. I wonder if Honda has provided some "idiot-proof"? Embarkation Baggage usual way - through the fifth door - making it difficult to separate some device: get close to the gap can only be on the side. But flip the bottom half can carry long measures that do not fit in the trunk, such as sports equipment. After all, this car is addressed primarily to young people, who prefer active holidays cruising the Internet or the banal "do nothing." Actually, it turned out, Element perfectly suited for the transport of luggage. You can, for example, the rear seats fold and keep them on the walls of the cabin, so it does not "absorbed" loading height and not get dirty upholstery.

Cargo spaceship

The new Honda Jazz has become more interesting and elegant in appearance, has got a futuristic gloss, even greater utility in terms of disposal space in the cabin, and in the cargo hold, got fancy new "chips". Is Honda Jazz somehow changed? At first glance, all the same, long familiar with the typical kompaktven for women's cars "face" and practicable, an elongated "bus" profile. Although ... a second look you notice that the car began to look like a little more space and more kategorichno.Fary acquired a sharper cut, a redesigned front bumper, grille sharpened wedge, rounded roof line narrowed rack, allowing to increase the glass area. Now Jazz is not like elongated hatchback, and a small spaceship! Behind the novelty of something similar to Ford Fiesta new generation - given the great design, "Ford" a hatchback, this comparison must be flattering for practical mikrovena. From the name plate for some reason removed the red dot over the letter J, although her model name on the trunk looked veselee.Avtomobil not just visually looks great, he really grew in size: the length of the Jazz has grown by 55 mm, width - 20 mm wheelbase has increased by 50 mm.V updated interior draws attention to itself first and foremost a new steering wheel. It's just a small three-spoke design art masterpiece! But the center console - to taste, color ... extremely subjective opinion of whispers that the old one was interesting, including a well plane.Tsentralny ergonomic devices with a recessed speedometer more profoundly than the other two sides with a tachometer and fuel level, lights, "repainted "in red, small screen on-board computer has moved into the center.

Without the noise and dust

Honda celebrated the International Day Chemist release of the new generation fuel cell vehicle. FCX Concept lost two electric motors, becoming the much cheaper and closer to mass production. Following the presentation at the Tokyo Salon of 2006, the next generation Honda FCX Concept, it became clear that the future is now. Dear to the heart, internal combustion engines and boxes can be taken to the scrap. In 2008, the U.S. and Japan, Honda plans to begin implementation (first leased, then the free market) production model fuel cell car. The latest version of FCX (Honda has allowed the press to test it in strictly designated areas) - it's actually ready for assembly-line production model. It differs from the mass only what is collected in the greenhouse under laboratory conditions. It is clear that changes especially in terms of design and ergonomics of the cabin, can not be avoided, but the units and components that make up the drive, not to touch budut.Po compared to its predecessor, FCX Concept has lost just two electric motors, each of whom worked on "my" rear wheel . In return, engineers have improved the engine cool, responsible for the front axle. He became more powerful at 15 kW (in the range 3500-10500 min-1, it now produces 95 kW), smaller and lighter. And made another layout advantages: the input shaft is located coaxially with the motor output shaft gear. Simply put, this band is now a coaxial unit. It is also possible to reduce the size of the drive. Through a cylindrical main transmission and the differential power is transmitted to the wheels in the traditional way - through the propeller shaft with SHRUS.

Pina Colada

During the presentation the C3 Picasso, speaking about the Russian market, marketers, "Citroen" lamented that the acquisition of the B-class, our first customer is guided not by merit of the model and its value. The news this fact to them, of course, was not, but about the future of the above model, the French expressed caution. If we consider the prospects for second generation Honda Jazz, from this point of view, they are even more bleak. The cost of new items - 615 000. And for that money today can buy, for example, is not the "empty» Ford Focus or, say, front-wheel modification KIA Sportage. In general, their superiority in the battle for market «Honda» and this time will prove in practice. Alas, the exterior will not help. The new Jazz, as usual, became longer and wider than its predecessor, though the wheelbase has grown by 50 mm. But the style is essentially remained the same. Yes, the car became a bit more modern, it now displays the features of the larger Honda FR-V, something inherited from the five-door Civic, but global changes in the shape of the model to discover this author and could not - still the same parody of a minivan. However, the Japanese prefer a different (very lengthy) statement about a niche between the segments, allowing them to combine style and practicality of the latter first. With the functionality in this car, I will say at once, no problems, but about the design is quite possible to argue, "front" here, of course, sounded, but the overall look of the machine, as they say, touches - too sickly sweet and familiar, like a classic Puerto Rican cocktail "Pina Colada." In principle, the same comparison can be applied in the description of the cabin, but this cocktail was more tart.

The Japanese diet

In March to replace the popular SUV Honda CR-V car will come next generation. Surprisingly, it is shorter and lower. The paradox is that the size of the cabin, on the contrary, increased. Booked! These radar cruise control system used to operate the new system CMBS, which is responsible for preventing and reducing the impact of the collision. Its operation is to analyze the speed and distance to an object placed in front of the car. The system is activated at speeds over 15 km / h, and the difference of velocities between CR-V and the object is 15 km / h or more. If the system sees the situation as critical, she begins to alert the driver in three stages. First: there is a beep and the lights on the dashboard icon Brake. Second, the car starts to slow down and belt tensioners two to three times their poddergivayut. Third, when the inevitable contact with the object: straps are tightened as tight and begins emergency braking. CMBS system is ideal for trails. System Availability for Russia remains voprosom.Test new Japanese Honda CR-V was held in Spain, where, unlike in Russia, freezing temperatures do not exist. So much the better, so special emphasis on design, technical parameters and control. Tests in the drifts spend a little pozzhe.Novy CR-V thin, becoming shorter at 105 and below 30 mm. Although the mean reduction in size is hard to notice. This visual illusion is largely due to the wide front bumper, which complements the massive grille. It stretches from one to the other lights.

I - The Legend

Watch a restyled 'eyes »Honda Legend - that dark evening, casually ask for a cigarette at the crowd heated samurai. Of course, there is a chance that you will not touch, but trembling at the knees to just knock down. You are not afraid? Of course - because the only aggression the E-Class, Honda aimed entirely against the German konkurentov.Otlichnaya equipment - united ranks around me and my passengers protect eight airbags, under the right foot responsive accelerator is ready to unleash all the 295-horsepower T, which with easily rotated through a reliable four-wheel drive system all wheel drive SH-AWD, and two built-in subwoofer is filled with lively rhythm of the business class cabin, soft leather steering wheel ... Although my taste I would choose different kind of sound system than the semi-budgetary Bose, with more clear sound at the top, like the high end of the Infiniti. Not that the 8 speaker sounded bad, but this richness in the beloved original execution Love me tender, love me sweet obviously lacking ... As a driver, I'd had the eye for comfort and Accord, but that's for passengers "Legends" it will not be enough they necessarily want to separate climate control for yourself. But at the same time - heated seats ... but relax. Flour choice set and auxiliary equipment shall not spoil the mood of the buyer Honda Legend. Because the Japanese manufacturer decided everything for him. One model - one complete set. Since it was a precursor in the same way ...

Civic for a generation Next

The world debut at last year's Frankfurt Motor Show was a memorable one. I remember, as the head of the largest automotive companies in single file dragged to stand Honda, like the sound of a magic flute. Like everyone else, they charmed, fascinated just incredibly brave and at the same time verified the design of a new, eighth generation Civic. True, it was a hatchback, and the Russian market, less than a year, first came to the sedan. This is a slightly different car - and externally, and in some other respects. But we are still on the hatchback will tell, but for now you should look into a sedan. In the style of "techno" At first it is worth noting that the Civic - the most significant model for the Japanese Honda. That is, it accounted for the lion's share of sales in most countries. But everywhere in recent years began to emerge not pleasing picture of the company: the average age of buyers is very close to the Civic fifty years. For every automaker is a bad term means. Youth refused to love Civic, in particular, because his appearance was "too ordinary". Therefore, designers and engineers decided on a revolutionary step, and as a result have created a very unique product in the style of high-tech. There is no doubt capable of attracting generation next. Moreover, this product is "fashioned" is not rude, it is not devoid of grace or in whole, or in detail. The new Civic has a 35 mm shorter and 35 mm lower, but as much as 65 mm wider. What went to him only benefit.

Of 1.049 million rubles

The long-awaited engine 2.4 i-VTEC 166 hp power Breathed into the Honda CR-V that drive, which lacked the 2-liter version of the car. Appearances in the model number CR-V 2,4-liter engine expected to have long, and the new powerplant does not disappoint. Special attention when setting the engine in the Honda was paid to a high torque and engine flexibility. Thus, in comparison with 2-liter engine the maximum torque increased by 28 Nm and 220 Nm achieved at 4,200 min-1. However, the main advantage of the new engine Honda CR-V is not even in the absolute values ??of torque, and the breadth of the range in which they are achieved. Through the use of the system changes the opening time (VTC) and the height of valve lift (VTEC) is at 2000 min-1 power plant goes up to 80% of the maximum moment! Enviable resilience engine coupled with a relatively low weight of its own car - 1595 pounds and a good five-speed automatic transmission CR-V provides excellent traction and dynamic performance. The new 2.4-liter engine enables Honda to accelerate to 100 km / h even quicker, "grand master" for the class of SUVs parquet 10 seconds. Yes, and on subjective feelings to control CR-V 2.4 has become much more pleasant: there was one drive, which lacked the 2-liter version. VozhdenieOstraya handling CR-V is now supported by more powerful engine and providing impeccable vehicle dynamics. SalonSovremenny salon is not only comfortable, but creates a feeling of security. TsenaVpolne justified.

Show of force

A year ago at the Moscow International Motor Show, Honda introduced the 2008, the company updated its flagship sedan modified Honda Legend. As expected, radical changes have taken place, but even those few doraboki who underwent Legend, certainly went a representative on the sedan polzu.S mean black sedan solid and serious. On this - and to an important meeting and show off to the ladies. Not lose! During the renovation the exterior was more predatory front optics, modified bumpers, chrome grille modified, as well as other rear lamps. Due to this simple plastic "Legend" freshened considerably, becoming a modern interior and solidnee.V worked on more precise letter designation system controls heating, ventilation and air conditioning. In addition, the developers a little more space for rear passengers. The updated Honda Legend is now possible not only the heating front, and rear seats. In addition, the front passenger seat, as well as the driver, now has the ability to powered 8-direction, resulting in the front passenger easily naydut.Materialy finish, except for too much "plastic" insert "under the tree," not bad, but subjective, interior "Honda" is clearly not up to the German premium models that you want - or not, you have to compete. However, the convenience of the "Legend" does not hold. Excellent profiled rear sofa all kind hinted that it would not hurt to hire a personal driver and pass the time on the road with comfort in galerke.Nakonets, the control unit with climate control button appeared responsible for the direction of air currents.

Sivka-Burka, or Happy New Year

...Fans RHD "Japanese women" inquired about the four-wheel drive, but when he heard a negative response, advised to wait until tomorrow in the mountains, when melted or come snow-clearing equipment. However, spending the night in the mountains was not in our plans and we went up ... New Year's Eve we met, as befits a car journalists - at the wheel. Our sled was the sedan Honda Civic, and the route was 1500 km - from Moscow to Sochi. Personally, I - vizualist. When choosing a car, first of all guided by considerations of appearance. It is undoubtedly important, as the machine is controlled by what she has power, ergonomics. But all this is recognized then. A first assessment of the car in front of my eyes gets a look. He smiles and pulls, you want to pull the door handle? The answer to this question for me is one of the most important ... I will not prevaricate, but having received the keys to the 'Civic', the big attraction to him I have not experienced. Hatch can still draw their space forms and a desire to finally know where he ass, but where before. Sedan is quite simple-minded: the long and flat. Whether it is green, he would have every chance of becoming the official car of the crocodile Genes. But the road we were distant, and because I still opened the door and plunged into the interior space "Sivko." There is much more interesting. Pungent neon light is combined with the front panel in hi-tech style. Devices are divided into two parts: the tachometer and warning lights - at the usual place, and a digital speedometer and additional signs attributed to the windshield and are located above the wheel.

Family friend

Hondovsky "adapter» (crossover) III generation produced from 2007 to the new model year completed a course of rejuvenation. CR-V uses the well-deserved recognition throughout the wide world, and modernization of a successful model - a delicate matter. The main thing is, do no harm. And as far as good CR-V model in 2010? Take a look. Corporate klassVneshne CR-V has changed a little - well, "cosmetic plastic." Is that the "predatory" design front svetoblokov, updated grille falshradiatora - yes another bumper design, as before, "a sports business executive" looks solid and attractive. In full accordance with the appointment of a vehicle: a universal vehicle for a family of moderate size (and wealth). img2} Introduction to the interior leaves a good impression. Observers say the voice of excellent design and quality finishing materials, however, the salon hondovskogo "crossover" before and did not look poor. Corporate Class. Objection, perhaps, only one thing: a really intricately arranged for the driver. Thus, the only multi-functional "steering wheel" is not less than 17 buttons, there is appropriate support any interface - like the MMI from Audi. Not povredit.CR-V is claimed to be 5-seater car, he actually takes on board five adults. Although the long-range mileage, of course, the best to assemble four of them - without any tightness. As before, back in the 2nd row (separately) folding. Not only do the rear seats move back and forth - and the two sections independently of one another.

From 653 000 rub.

Honda Civic new generation made a lot of noise, especially five-door version of its futuristic design. For the sedan, motorists are safer. But in vain! Many design Honda Civic may not be pleased. But the fact that it is noticeable and unusual, foolish to deny. This is especially true 5-door version. Sedan hatchback on the background looks a lot calmer. But the body shape did not change the character of the car, and it is very important. In the motion will please drivers Civic varying skills. This versatility gives a 5-speed automatic, running in three modes. The first - the usual "drive". Motor noise does not bother, because the transfer switch in the range of 3000-4000 min-1. If the sharp pressure on the pedal, the tachometer needle can reach 6000 min-1. If the selector is in position to transfer the CP S («sport"), then abruptly, without the slightest delay in response to a button changes the accelerator pedal. In this engine, "gets out" up to 7000 min-1. The nice thing is that traction is not interrupted throughout the rev range, right up to redline. After this machine will move to the next level, and in manual mode, this will only happen when you press the shift paddles, blades. The steering has good feedback. Steering wheel in the middle position "short", which is convenient. Particular praise should be balanced suspension, which is quick and easy, and not soft at the same time. What you can find fault in the Honda Civic, so it's the brakes.

Pursuit

Compact hondovsky odnoob'emnik equipped with "hybrid" gasoline-electric powertrain, and since late last year on "home" the Japanese market, a model Fit Hybrid (Europe Jazz Hybrid). And the joke is that the passenger car Fit / Jazz II from the outset conceived as a "hybrid." True, Honda Motor took good three years after the launch of a series of II generation, to finally realize the original intent of the "metal." And it turned out that before the Fit / Jazz Hybrid in the light went out, "hybrid» Insight II and CR-Z. Better late than never. The new model is in demand in Japan - and Europe is about to start selling. And though in our country "hybrid» Jazz can hardly count on as a widespread, it is interesting to see what happened there. In style EcoModel II generation has established itself as a great "family" passenger car - cute, practical and comfortable. A "hybrid" looks almost the same as standard odnoob'emnik all the same 5 - Local CD "van." Is that the design falshradiatora slightly different, bumpers - and slightly refined design front svetoblokov. And some nuances - so that a close look yet recognize the special version Fit / Jazz. Plus the fact that the eye not noticeable: tray, covering the body from below. Winning with aerodynamic point of view. img2} «hybrid» odnoob'emnik proposed, among other things, a special paint Lime Green - Green "metallic." In harmony with environmentally "friendly" nature of the Fit / Jazz Hybrid . ...

On the record!

Honda in Russia in good standing, but, paradoxically, the top model of the company - Legend - is sold, to put it mildly, not very. Will it re-styling? The reasons for low demand somewhat. Key - a relatively high price, only the configuration and appearance of the category of "neither American nor Japanese". One looked sluggish the car, despite the fact that within the hidden advanced from a technical point of view of filling. Dealt with it, basically, all-wheel drive. I recall that developed under the guidance of legendary genius hondovskogo transmission Yasugi Sibahaty SH-AWD ahead of time. It is now such transmissions began to create all and sundry, but a few years ago there were competitors from Honda only Mitsubishi Nissan yes. That four-wheel drive does not have to touch it. And why? Super Handling All-Wheel Drive is still very good at its job. On dry pavement holds up to the last car on the path, quickly transferring torque between the wheels. Steering a large business-class sedan in the world can be described as almost neutral, that commands respect. During the operation of the system can be monitored by looking at a special monitor that is built into tidy. The bars show where and how much "weighed" newton-meters at the moment the system. Therefore, driving on asphalt paths is at the wheel of Honda fun. And here is to roll out on icy or snowy surface, as the SH-AWD stalwart quietly throw at you a different car. Something like a business version of the Lancer Evo X - comfortable, large and quiet, but at the same time superbly managing to slip.

Euro Asia

Chevrolet Cruze has come to turn everything in the golf school? Try to understand that today his arguments against trying to resist the new Hyundai I30, universal favorite Mazda3 in the second of his generation, held a light restyling of the Honda Civic and, of course, "he» Golf VI. Honda CivicCivic-sedan no one would call handsome, but if you want to sport driving experience, while maintaining practicality, you need a Civic. Nowhere else will you be able to sit low as a sports car rather than in a modern high. Civic body holding chairs in the corners thanks to the tenacious stranglehold fabric upholstery. Profile is excellent, and even without additional adjustment of lumbar support driver's spine is in good condition: even 4-5 hours behind the wheel without a break - not a problem. The steering wheel itself rests in his hands, and it is - among the most comfortable handlebars that came across all the time. However, to the buttons on the spokes is not the case, I would not order them at all, because they are unsuccessful. Visibility not so good: dark corner of the window and mirror, look forward and prevent vlevo.Dvigatel excitedly enters into operation, it is necessary to touch the gas pedal, his return is great, and the response momentalen. Our company will quickly so the driver does not respond no one else. Automatic transmission works perfectly: you feel and precise control of the process at the time of pick-up or, say, when the climbs on the curb. On the go "machine" promptly and smoothly changes its level and is highly adaptable, quick runs in manual mode, but the addition of another transfer and a more detailed range of gear ratios would have been by the way: the steps are great, and the city often turns out that the higher is no longer pulls and reduced motor causes much to get out.

Torture is cold

Once upon a careful motorists, protecting their iron horses and hid them in the winter in the garage. Now times have changed. drivers operate vehicles year-round, and the "snowdrops" have become exotic. Therefore, we begin a series of winter tests, which will be held on Dmitrovsky range. The pioneers were the hot hatchback Mazda3 MPS, Skoda Octavia RS and the Honda Civic Type-R. Honda Civic Type-RNasha winter is completely different to that to which are used in other countries. In the middle belt of cold stretched at six months. To find out how cars behave in the cold season, we begin a series of winter tests Dmitrovsky range. Mazda3 MPSMazda3 MPS secretive racer. Understand that this "treshka" stronger than usual, you can just quickly removed from its silhouette. Visually almost nothing MPS does not discriminate and does not produce, though he can be proud of. The greatest pride - it turbirovanie engine of 2.3 liters and 260 hp Skoda Octavia RSSkoda Octavia RS like a diligent student and son, who had absorbed all the best. In this case, fellow concern - Volkswagen and Audi. And one must admit is quite good. The result was a good family sport sedan, comfortable and fast for all of the driver. Pleasure to be able to get it every passazhir.Prezhde you start the tests, is to tell about the method of their conduct. As the summer are the main two figures - double perestavka and slalom. The rate of passage of these figures comparable with the summer performance with the only difference that changed the distance between the chips.

Kugelblitz

To what still good Honda Civic! And let the cute, he first of his "brutal" appearance, the fact remains that car damn attractive. A modification to the Honda Civic Type R - even more so. After all, this as close to the sports car version of the hatchback supposed to look more aggressive! Aerodynamic body kit, spoiler on the rear doors, disc brakes on all wheels and low profile tires on the drive R18 - it works on image racing Honda Civic Type R. What to expect from the car class "mad stool" to provide a snap. Still, coming to this kind of pulepodobnogo hatchback, you feel sort of adrenaline anticipation, barely noticeable tingling in the neck and crawl a cooling skin. So, behind the wheel. Hmmm ... Driver Civic Type R, aggravated by obesity, anatomical buckets may seem narrowish. Turning the ignition key only gives life to the arrow on the dashboard. During engine start button responds «START» to the left of the steering column. In addition to her racing ego of the owner intended to support and pedals made of perforated metal, aluminum and ball-speed manual knob manual, and the speedometer, the red zone which starts from 8000 rpm. Everything here says that about 970 000 rubles a blood otmusoleny for the car was not in vain ... Okay, it's time and place of start. From the first minute drive Honda Civic Type R became clear that the car, as the saying goes, "rides", and makes it a very dignified manner! So far as yours truly enemy turning city streets into a race track ...

Updating

In March 2009, the "counters" the official dealers of Honda sedan appeared updated Civic. Civic gained popularity in Russia immediately after its appearance in our country - back in 2006. Conservative Russian car market has accepted this futuristic model with a bang! Emotional and vivid design "Civic" liked a lot. As a result, only a few months after the sale, the dealer refused to take orders - is over quota. Only a year later the situation has leveled off, and crazy turns decreased to polugoda.Chem same as liking the Honda Civic Russian motorists? In the first place - it's stylish and emotional design. Rapid silhouette, cat squint front optics and a stocky appearance favorably distinguished Honda from its competitors. Restyled Civic gets a new, more expressive front optics, the original fog lights, a new aggressive front bumper and grille and new tail lamps with the more prominent contours of the stop lamps. Here, it seems all the outward differences. Not much, you say? However, against the background of his predecessor, the updated version significantly freshened. As for the interior, the "cosmic" design front with two-story apparatus remained unchanged. It is no wonder, since a considerable percentage of owners of Honda Civic was chosen for its interior design, which to this day is the epitome of the future. Of the changes should be made only new, higher quality materials seat trim, as well as an optimized form sideniy.Udobnoe steering wheel of a small diameter, having adjustable in two planes, beyond praise.

Civic times, Civic two

The world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Civic 2005 was an unforgettable spectacle. I remember, as head of the concern in single file dragged to stand Honda, like the sound of a magic flute. Like everyone, they charmed, fascinated unusually bold and stylistically aligned design of a new, eighth generation model. It was a real breakthrough, which proved (and proves) the market. In Russia (and not only in Russia), all on a hatchback stretches to six months. English factory Honda, which produces the model does not manage to cope with orders. To understand the phenomenon of the model, but at the same time to determine how easy and profitable these vehicles in everyday use, the editorial board for the month has caught just two Civic - 5-door hatchback and a "hot» Type R. Remedy stareniyaImenno Civic № 8 has become the medicine, which allowed almost instantly rejuvenate your buying audience. Indeed, by the time of the "space version" of the model the average age of purchasers of its very close to fifty. Not rosy, as we all know, the picture for any manufacturer. Therefore, designers and engineers decided on a revolutionary step and created something special in hi-tech style for the generation next. Of course, I'm exaggerating, the car is not devoid of grace and is able to captivate people of all ages. However, the effect of rejuvenation - is obvious. "Fighting" front end with a "chandelier" head lighting, triangular embrasures protivotumanok and exhaust pipes, round body - Civic rushes forward into the future.

Gorgeous tenth

Our car market is booming as a result, more and more sports car officially delivered to Russia. And added to a subclass of sports hatchbacks before represented in Russia by nine models, the output of the famous Welcome to Civic Type R! I must say that today the "hot" sector-class golf shows a large spread of power. Some machines are satisfied with 200 hp (Golf GTi, Octavia RS), others - 220-225 hp (Focus ST, Volvo C30), third number more like 240 (Opel Astra OPC), fourth - 250 (Audi A3 Sportback 3,2, VW Golf R32). At the top of the settled Mazda3 MPS (260 hp) and the BMW 130i (265 hp). In Civic Type R - 201 power. Is it enough? As part of the market debut of Type R, Russians saw, finally, the three-door version of the machine. In Europe, such as bodywork offering moderately sporty Type S, but we have three doors - a sign of the most powerful version. Well, the car looks great in that body. I like and five-door version, but it must be admitted that in the guise of "Occupied" version of the sport more. Especially when it is bright red and with a stylish body kit concise. Beautiful! Disks are also good, although relatively simple-minded design. Heavenly body design developers a little Honda Civic has landed. Front, "a crystal chandelier," is more prosaic: long slanting headlights no longer unites transparent bridge between them - a black grille. But the Honda logo on it is red. Behind - a spectacular new spoiler (thanks to him for something that does not worsen an already unimportant visibility) and the inscription «Type R» on the trunk lid.

Desires and possibilities

Remember the famous toast of "the Caucasian captive": that our desires coincide with our opportunities? "Civic," the two previous generations could buy with no problems, but chooses to stay a little bit. The current model, by contrast, want to buy many, but this is not so easy. Buy "Civic" on the same day is almost impossible - now the machine is given to those who had prepaid a year ago. And just recently, after the start of production models in Turkey, the sellers are accepting applications to be delivered 5-6 months, which is still very long. While it is difficult to say how much money is different from the Turkish Japanese - dealers have just started getting these machines. But the discovery of additional capacities certainly will reduce queue. But while the "Civic" have to wait six months and must be defined in advance on what is written. "Honda" issue with sedan and hatchback, and it's not just different versions of one model. Cars are so different in design, layout and technology that are more independent models, organized under the title. Today let's talk about the sedan, which accounts for approximately 80% of sales. Too avant-garde even for a "Honda" hatchback is unlikely to change this proportion. How much? Here and the prices of cars from the April production. Because of the current (from 507 000 rub.) "Civic" is practically impossible to buy because of the queues in six months or more. Unless you are lucky to "refusal" machine.

Eighth space

As a child I loved to leaf through magazines like "Science and Life" and "Techniques of Youth". That is flipping - most of the articles seemed inaccessible nonsense, but there are often flashed pictures of cars of the future - and imagination of students of junior researchers. These cars have a breathtaking view: chopped or drop-like shapes, doors, fenders, hoods transparent, huge wheels and a very small wheels ... From the magazine pages they looked very confident, seemed to pass quite a bit of time, and this unearthly technique filled the streets, park under a residential houses. But the years went by - five, ten, twenty years, and continued to ride on the road all the same saloon, hatchback, wagon. Something in their appearance has changed, but still he remained terribly far from the hold of me images that were created without regard to market conditions and competitors. Meanwhile, we missed an extraordinary bright design for emotional automobiles. Of course, the appearance of super cars and concept - great. But how many of these decisions you've seen in a golf school? First woke up Honda. Japanese designers, overcoming the gravitational field of stylistic banalities, have revealed the eighth generation Civic world. Have you seen the "European" five-door Civic only in photographs? You have seen nothing! And I have considered everything in detail - a small, almost Monovolume silhouette, two horizontal chandelier lighting (front, where the false radiator grille usually - battery mirror reflectors), "secret" back doors, around sharp corners and triangles ...

Large major landmarks ACCORD

In fact, in theory and practice of music great dominantakkorda majeure does not exist. You can take a big major chord, or dominantseptakkord. But in practice, the world car itself appeared. This Accord. The new Honda Accord. In many languages ??the word "chord" (from Italian. Accordo) means "agreement", "harmony", "commensurate with the ratio of parts of the whole." A music theory chord gives the following definition: "a combination of three or more tones sounding simultaneously, and are perceived as a whole, that is, as something more than the sum of individual tones." Agree that a car with a name bearing such a binding sense, simply can not and must not deceive the highest expectations. We must assume that just because they had not cheated and have always been in demand, Accord and lived right up to the eighth generation. And this is life-long 30-plus years! The first came after the Accord Civic in 1976 - first as a hatchback and a year later and became kind of a sedan. Even in the earliest incarnation, equipped with a 1.6 liter engine capacity of only 80 hp, it was a very serious front-drive car. And in 1980 the company sold one million Accord. Since then, his popularity and sales have grown steadily, including in our country, especially in recent years. True, any popularity has a downside, and in the case of the Honda Accord in Russia it is evident that he was one of the most frequently stolen cars, if not the most stolen ...

Viennese Waltz

The new European Accord is different from an American counterpart, as the Viennese waltz to the usual slow dance. Like motion and the same, except that the Viennese waltz on the order of magnitude faster and faster. He seemed especially emphasizes the sporting character of the features in "European". For the first test drive Honda Accord Eighth generation of elected neighborhood of the Austrian capital. Meet us in front of the eighth generation Honda Accord. The days when car design was created under the influence of fashion alone, remained in the depths of the twentieth century. Nowadays, the main driving force was the policy of design ideas manufacturers, which, in turn, control the old world as the laws of evolution. In today's car business is a real struggle for survival. And the rules of this struggle with the Mesozoic era have not changed. The new, eighth generation Honda Accord - the brightest proof. Introduced at the Geneva Motor Show European Accord is different from his debut last year, the U.S., as a tyrannosaur from the usual turtle. This is understandable in the Americas in Accord, in fact, only one opponent - Toyota Camry. And it is to deal with it created plump and bloated self-importance of "American." In Europe - are quite different laws. Here, where the Accord more enemies, and his teeth are much sharper. Tolstoy's bloated "American" in the Old World would not even be eaten by choking. Therefore, for the European market Honda once again built an entirely different Accord - sporty, smart, with a predatory look in his narrow headlights and grille tiger grin.

Akademizatsiya

Update popular models rarely accompanied by an abrupt change of course: the next version of the bestseller, as a rule, is a logical continuation of the previous one. But not in the case of the Honda Accord! The difference in the habits of the old and the new Accord was tested in a comparative test. Accord VII 864 000 rub.Odin of the most sporting and dynamic D-class sedans in five years earned him a huge number of admirers of Russia and outspoken fans. Stiffer suspension and an unusually sharp polugonochnoe steering, coupled with reasonable price have made this best-selling Accord in the Russian automotive market. Accord VIII 965 000 rubNatselen to compete with leaders in the premium segment: BMW 3-series, Mercedes-Benz C-class and Audi A4, which explains the changing nature of the car in the direction of greater comfort. The new Accord has become less adventurous and more solid, like a grown up together with their target audiences for five to ten years. *** Updates Honda Accord in Russia, and not only in Russia, waiting for a long time and with great interest. Even in 2007, when the U.S. made its debut new "American", the most impatient fans of the model on this side of the Atlantic have begun to figure out what will be the new Sino-European Accord. Everyone was saying that with "American" in "European" will have little in common. But few expected that the direct ancestor - is loved by Russians European Accord seventh generation of the new car is not so much in common.

Two approaches

Between a RAV-4 and CR-V are related approximately as a compact hatchback and spacious urban family universal.Ili even as a hatchback and a compact minivan who would in 1995 would suggest that presenting the public with something passenger SUV exterior and interior of a compact minivan, Honda opened a gold mine? At first, went so far that the CR-V, originally intended primarily for the U.S. and Japan, originated in Europe is the most natural "gray" sale! In accordance with the wishes of the Europeans had to quickly make modifications with a manual transmission (1997), and to meet demand - with time to locate production in the European plant in Swindon (UK). With good idea Honda had time to remove a considerable amount of cream - for many buyers CR-V was much more attractive than the majority of the then "SUV" is essentially an off-road vehicles with reduced clearance. Yet feast alone could not be long: pie was too large and appetizing, so that the neighbors refused to participate in the division. Many quickly start researching direct counterparts "in the image and likeness", Toyota do not become: its RAV-4, though inferior to CR-V in capacity and functionality, but it was close in meaning. And by design, as well as Honda, more like a car than the SUV. And as the successor, which appeared in 2000 and renovated in the past, has become even more serious contender - and to the old CR-V, for both the new 2002 model goda.My took the test five-door "poslerestaylingovy" RAV-4, equipped with all that You can imagine in such a vehicle, including upholstery leather seats, six airbags and Dynamic Stability Control system.

Family Council

Choosing a family car is fraught with scandal. My husband is asleep and sees himself at the wheel of a sports coupe. But my wife needs the car spacious to accommodate not only children but also beloved mother. And that necessarily a "machine"! In addition, it is important that the car was not worse than that of his wife's head. And most importantly - this is, of course, color. Fuel to the fire and pour the discussion may helluva lot of educated children! But even if the spouses reach an agreement, which class would be a family car and how much it should cost, saying that the crisis was over, yet. In this we have seen, having arranged a comparative test of three cars, each of which - perhaps like no other! - Right to claim the role of the family. This Peugeot 307 SW, Honda Stream and Mazda Premacy. All with two-liter motor, all with "guns" and all are based on the hatchback Golf class (Peugeot 307, Honda Civic and Mazda 323, respectively). What a beautiful, modern machines are! Peugeot 307 SW station wagon seemed to us even more interesting to the "original" - Peugeot 307 hatchback. For Honda, we have treated not as clear: some admired the rapid silhouette and eye-catching design of a back, while others considered that when viewed in profile, the same tail of it seems heavy. Small wonder: Honda Stream is longer than the Peugeot, at 15 inches, but Honda's wheelbase best by one centimeter! Around Mazda dispute was not: good, but not more togo.Otsenivaya ergonomics, we first drew attention to the salon Honda.

All this Jazz

Look at how similar Honda Jazz and Mitsubishi Colt! Proportions, sizes, designs ... Even keel on the hood, the distinctive feature of the latest models of Mitsubishi, and a Colt, and the Honda. But as the Honda Jazz / Fit appeared earlier (in 2002, when Solt was still a concept car CZ2), that of plagiarism could be reproached for Mitsubishi designers, but we will not. After all, Colt and Jazz alike, as mathematicians say, "by definition". Try to fit in a given volume as a spacious cabin - and you inevitably get something similar. If only you would not want to sacrifice functionality for the sake of style, as did the creators of frog Nissan Micra.A what is our choice - Colt, Jazz or Micra? Indeed, Honda Jazz and Mitsubishi Colt looks similar to each other, as if made on the same platform. Of course, it is not. But get used to it: over time, these "twins" will become more and more, and differ from each other, they will be only the logo, the details of decor and the "inner content» ... Honda is much more interesting inside than outside. Beautiful and solid front panel, "optitronnye" devices with hovering in the shadows with white numerals and red needles, climate control, full-time audio system, which resembles a real design hi-fi ... Yes, and use all the equipment here is very convenient. Swing keys have a pleasant traditional buttons: change the volume audio, temperature and air flow rate can be "blindly." Rudder has leather upholstery, perforated plastic but provides excellent grip palm with the rim.

The phenomenon of the Seventh Chord

Perfection! Although the name of the wild, but I caressing hearing it. This commitment to excellence, desire to polish every facet of his creation to a mirror shine. Noble desire, but it is very expensive and, in principle, unattainable. So among today's automakers perfectionists practically can not be found. After all, as happens now: the name of a thoroughbred, a spectacular design, interior leather. And take for the light switch and feel: a cheap, they had saved. And the brake pedal is "padded" and the suspension is not configured properly ... The new seventh-generation Accord - a bright exception. Yes, it is impossible to achieve perfection. But Honda has made in this direction is a decisive step. SOLID-looking big sedan door opened unusually easy, with almost no effort. It was so unexpected that I did not realize it, and slammed open again. Maybe with a lock that something is wrong? No, the door opens and closes as it should. But with incredibly little effort, almost no sound! Of course, on machines for the first test for certain travel door Customized specifically - from Japan to the Cote d'Azur was taken just 10 from the first pre-series sedans party. In general, the Japanese love to show off to reporters definition of door locks. Know that the theater starts with veshalki.Pravda, I do not remember how the door slammed in the previous sixth-generation Accord. As heard engines, remember well - the symphony, "tuned" intake with velvet vibrations on the "lower classes" and a triumphant crescendo at high speeds can not be forgotten.

Invasion

Japanese ambitions grow with each passing day. When six months ago, they showed reporters a new vehicle segment D - Honda Accord (see the AP number 24, 2002) - is plainly stated that intrudes into the Accord, "an elite club." He ruled the ball of the third series BMW, Mercedes C-Class, Audi A4, Saab 9-3, Volvo S60 Well, before the Mercedes, the hondovskie marketers, perhaps, a little heated. Let's look at the price. Top Chord version (namely, such a machine, we chose for our test) is worth 30 600 euros in Russia. For the money the new Mercedes C-Class will not buy, even the most "simple". So leave the Mercedes at rest. But the "three-ruble note» BMW troubled: first, BMW 320i Kaliningrad assembly with 170-horsepower engine is 36 000 euros. It's closer. Second, almost certainly in the driving quality finishing Accord hondovskie engineers as a "reference" of the machine considered above all the Bavarian "three-ruble note." So we take! And after the Scandinavian automotive industry defends let Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan. Again, 170 "horses" and, again, Sport Sedan - clear allusion to the fact that this - driver's car. And the price - "in": 32 800 evro.Konechno, the company could be expanded: the Audi A4, and Volvo S60, and the Jaguar X-type would not have been strangers. But the fact that comparative tests of these machines, and in various combinations, we have already conducted more than once. Now it is important to understand just how justified claims for a place in the beginner "Major League" and above all - among the cars with a sporty or, if you will, "drayverskogo" character.

For family reasons

To give 30 thousand dollars for a compact family car, can afford not to each family. But such families are more: in the first six months of this year Russia had sold more than five thousand kompaktven. In the second half of the year they sell more, because the market came up four completely new models - Opel Zafira second generation, Mercedes B-Class, Honda FR-V and Toyota Corolla Verso. We have added to these machines only Ford Focus C-MAX (it is one of the leaders of the Russian market) and conducted a comparative test. All vehicles - with two-liter engines, with the exception of Toyota, which is equipped with an engine capacity of 1.8 liters. What is kompaktven? Accurate description of the term no. In America, for example, "venami" call roomy vans - such as the Ford Transit. Later, there were vans - usually seven-seat monocab on units midsize cars. A kompaktven often projected onto the platforms cars are golf class. Kompaktven are five-, six-and semimestnymi.Pyatimestny Ford Focus C-MAX - one of the most typical representatives of the genre. Almost standard. Well tailored, tightly stitched. But the interior of the competition, "B-Max" boring - too right it is "right." But no ergonomic "burr." Classical monocabs for "high" landing - in complete harmony with the location of primary and secondary controls. Well sprofilirovanoe seat with four adjustments, gorgeous leather lining, shortened gear lever, the hand which rests on its own.

Translated from the Japanese

The new Toyota Corolla is already in Russia. Moreover, in two guises - and the hatchback and sedan. But the Russian dealers especially hoping for success sedan, which is assembled at a factory in Turkey. So the first "confrontation" with the competition just got four-door Corolla - to 108-horsepower 1.6 16V, with manual transmission and the average level of equipment. For comparison, we selected three classmates. Honda Civic 1.6 and Nissan Almera 1.5 - «Japanese", which, like the Corolla, also created with an eye on the European market. And the honor of the Old World will be upgraded to protect the sedan Ford Focus 1.6. Strategic doctrine by Toyota at the Golf class - focus on Europe. And to succeed in the Old World, the car must meet European standards for design, a perfect technical stuffing, comfortable interior and a pleasure to drive. It is this and conceived a new Corolla. That's what has been arranged careful selection of design projects of Japanese, European and American stylists and engineers have certainly carefully screw up, dismantled car design competition ...? Imagine an actress who wants to successfully pass the audition just for the three directors - one removes the English detective story, the second character is looking for a "soap opera" and a third holds the casting for the lead role in an action movie. Such is the Corolla: the desire to please each and every one has forced designers to create a homogenized, few lasting image. The memory remains but parts: large lights, raised "nose" hood, like a compass Drawn wheel arches ...

Seven little cheap and cheerful

Cars, Class B available on our market extremely full and diverse. Compact cars are available for every taste - from stylish Colt Micra and Jazz to neutral and calm Getz and Aveo. Let's try to make sense of this kaleidoscope, comparing the seven "Baby", which occur most frequently. New items in the compact class have become popular very quickly. Owing to the relatively low price of any new-fangled product instantly appears on the city streets. Variegated colors and expressive forms in this field are "a bang". However, the cost of properly "packaged" representatives of a small class of great times surpasses the level of prices in the mid-size car class above. Customers and more shoppers, faced with the choice between all equipped with the options available, "insect" and more unassumingly, but more spacious car-class golf. The first thing you pay attention to the fair sex, - appearance. As elusive for our practical consciousness of the reasons some favorite flourish on the sidewall or texture insert seats are everything. A time like then - the best. That is - just buy it! Honda JazzBESSTUPENChATY CVT transmission capable as the most advantageous to transfer torque to the wheel rack - confident champion in size. There is no need to press the second-row passengers. Slightly disappoint aperture narrowed down. Curved rear glass remains clean longer compact car like all the participants of the test. In "Jazz" will not only be a girl!

Off-road fight at lightweight

If a full-sized off-road vehicle write regularly, then a mini-jeep - a few less. Meanwhile, in recent years the number of sales in this market sector is growing significantly. We have tried "to understand the topic," and brought in four different test, and at the same time, something similar vehicle. Cars lined up on the time of their birth, and at the same time (it happened!), From the bulk to the most compact: Kia Sportage Grand, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Honda HR-V, and finally, a novice Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin. Despite the fact that their dimensions are different, the parameters of weight, capacity and about the same base can be attributed to a single class of their small SUV (SUV-1). Three of them are equipped with a gasoline-powered 2-liter engines, and HR-V - proven "hondovskim" 1.6-liter engine. Moreover, all have roughly equal power. HR-V has a "passenger" carrying a 5-door body, while the rest of the test frame "tight" is welded to the body, which, according to the manufacturer, allows a three-fold increase in stiffness, significantly lower center of gravity and slightly lower weight vehicles. At each - a simple air conditioner, include buttons, wheels and alloy wheels. Transmission, however, different: the Kia and Suzuki - a 5-speed manual, semi-detached with razdatki on Pajero - machine in its original configuration Super Select 4WD-I, and a Honda V-belt CVT at all and interaxle viskomufty. Here we check to see who gets stuck in first huge snowdrifts outside Moscow last snow of winter!

Civil rebellion

So, the new Civic. It is known that the Japanese have their own, rather unusual, the idea of ??aesthetics and machinery, particularly automobiles, but in recent years they have held. Let us give them their due. Kept struggling, indulging in high European taste. Mazda 3 and 6, Honda Accord, Nissan Primera, Toyota Corolla looked fine on the roads of the Old World, but did not allow children to share the rising sun with the rest of his godzillamaniey. Now, apparently, become painful and ruptured. Get creation of true Japanese design! The machine, which showed in the spring at the Geneva Motor Show, all of a sudden was no concept car, but a completely serial karom. It is really odd proportions suggest camouflage: the engine compartment now comes out and turns in the head, the front door - in the shoulders and the bottom will decompose into a pair of hands and a pair of legs. The whole contraption will rise smartly in full growth and will result in one of those battle robots of Transformers, a cult which flourished for so many years in Japan. And the image of the car - just one of the options for "civilian" maskirovki.Kak whatsoever, but the Civic will have to be taken seriously - we live with him side by side next five years. The official world premiere of the car will take place in September in Frankfurt am Main, and on sale it will appear in early 2006. Honda Motor has positioned the eighth generation Civic as a "sporty, emotional, delivers the joy of driving" and warns that he intends to bring to the Golf-class new standards.

The family expected the addition of Accord

Honda is preparing to deliver a powerful blow to the sector of family cars. By the September motor show in Paris, the Japanese firm has produced passenger version of its super model Accord. The new car promises to be one of the leaders in its class thanks to the high level of equipment, a spacious bodywork and a wide range of engines. The design of the new station wagon, especially the rear, in common with the appearance of the S2000 sports car and the compact Jazz. Spacious interior provides ample opportunity for transformation. Switch transmission as a model of Civic, is located on the dashboard, which made the cabin floor as smooth as a minivan. Buyers will be offered three basic power unit: a 2-liter 120 hp, 2-liter i-VTEC 200 hp and 2.4-liter 160 hp In addition, the present and later charged Wagon Type R engine at 250 hp, which will allow the car to compete with the BMW 330i.

Honda introduced a new generation model Accord

Japanese company Honda has extended this week the official information on the all-new model generation Honda Accord. The first was presented the American version of the car, while the European modification is expected to be materially different from the overseas version and will appear later. And the sedan and coupe, make up the range Honda Accord, had been almost completely redesigned. The main challenge facing the developers was the need to create a car "upper middle class" that has excellent handling, high comfort and meets all current safety requirements. Therefore, in addition to technological innovations greatly refreshed exterior and new products - cars are more modern and dynamic. And the sedan's dimensions have not changed, but the wheelbase has grown by almost three inches, so the salon has become somewhat larger. In addition, due to a shorter rear overhang Accord sedan looks more "pull" and sports. Compartment was almost identical to the sedan design and the main differences in this case, are only in the different types of bodywork. For the new Honda Accord has two new motors. This 2.4-liter four-cylinder aluminum engine with two balancing shafts, the new version of technology is changing the time of opening and closing valve i-VTEC, with electronic control of valves and electronically controlled fuel injection. Power of the engine makes 160 horsepower. The second engine - a new three-liter V6 rated at 240 horsepower. Aggregated new engines will be a 5 - or 6-speed manual transmission or a new 5-step "automatic".

Honda Pilot will start June 3

Honda has announced that sales of the latest Honda Pilot SUV will begin June 3 this year. The car will be available in two trim levels - LX and EX, and both versions will be equipped with the same 240-horsepower V6, automatic five-speed gearbox and a proprietary all-wheel drive VTM-4. In addition, all SUVs Honda Pilot are also emerging in the 60/40 second-row seats, a fully retractable into the niches in the floor third-row seat and have the most spacious cabin of his classmates. Basic modification Honda Pilot LX is equipped with air conditioning, cruise control, stereo with CD player, electric side windows, mirrors, central locking and front and side airbags. This version will cost 26.900 U.S. dollars. In the modified EX to this set of equipment added as alloy wheels, automatic climate control, driver's seat with 8 adjustments, more powerful audio system control buttons on the steering wheel, special rails on the roof and the modified second row of seats is adapted to transport small children. The cost of this modification will be 29,270 dollars. In addition, the top version Honda Pilot will have leather interior trim, as well as DVD-players. It is also worth noting that the Honda Pilot has a high safety of passengers in the event of an accident, rather low fuel consumption, and 90% of all its parts are recyclable.

Honda has announced a new generation of navigation systems

The second-largest Japanese carmaker Honda Motor, on Thursday introduced a new navigation system for the local market, known as InterNavi Premium Club. This system, in addition to navigation functions with maps, updated with the DVD-ROM drive also allows you to receive information about traffic jams, and various news and lots of other information, and control the device by means of voice commands. The first such system in the autumn of this year's model Honda Accord will get a new generation. It is worth noting that the appearance of InterNavi Premium Club held the very next day after the premiere of a similar system of Toyota, has received the name of the G-Book. However, the main difference between these two systems is that, Toyota has developed its product on the basis of road access to the Internet, while the Honda offers the use of existing channels of mobile communication. That's why Honda InterNavi Premium Club will cost significantly less to owners, but the system from Toyota offers a much greater range of services. The assurances of representatives of the company Honda, the new navigation system already by 2004 will be set at 30 percent of all new cars, not counting the optional orders. Toyota has not disclosed his plans for a G-Book, but also intends to install its device as standard equipment on some models.

Announced prices for the next generation Honda Accord

Japanese company Honda has announced official prices for the European version of Honda Accord models of new generation, which premiered at the motor show in Paris in the early fall of this year. As mentioned, initially the new Honda Accord will be available with two petrol engines to choose from - it's a two-liter 155-horsepower engine and a 2.4-liter with 190 horsepower. At the same time the first engine can be equipped with both mechanical and automatic transmission, while the 2.4-liter unit is only available with the new "automatic" with the ability to change gears manually. The basic version of Accord 2,0 i Comfort in Europe will cost 27 990 euros. Standard equipment includes anti-lock brakes, brakeforce distribution system, airbags, audio system, power windows and central locking. Sport version gets an additional light-alloy wheels, leather clad steering wheel, interior trim and other advanced anti-theft system. This modification is for 29 120 euros. Honda Accord with a 2.4-liter engine is also available in two versions - a Type-S and the Executive. The first is equipped with a slightly altered appearance with a new aerodynamic body kit, cruise control and stability control and higher quality interior trim in sporty style. This version costs 33,840 euros. The more expensive Accord 2,4 i Executive has leather trim, expensive sound system and xenon headlights Alpine head light. Its cost is 35 860 euros. Later, closer to the middle of next year, range of new Honda Accord station wagon filled up, and the expected emergence of several new engines and the most "charged" version of the Honda Accord Type-R.

First photos of the European version of Honda Accord

Honda has extended the first official photos of the European version of the all-new model generation Honda Accord. As expected, many experts, the design of new versions for Europe is almost completely different from a car overseas, submitted about a month ago. The European Honda Accord was more rapid and even more aggressive design, mainly due to the design of the original front of the body with long, narrow headlights and large air intakes. In this case the back of new products like the American version, as well as the body silhouette. In addition to the exterior, the European version of Accord and get a slightly different interior design, as well as some technical changes, in particular, a tougher and sports suspension settings, and perhaps a little upgraded engines. Recall that a modification of the American Accord will be powered by a 160-hp or 240-horsepower engine technology with VTEC. More information about the new product will be closer to the opening of the Auto Show in Paris. For sale Honda Accord will be in early 2003. The main competitors of this new product will be Audi A4, BMW 3-Series and Mercedes C-Class

Honda has developed the roadster coupe based on the S2000

Japanese company Honda has already begun to test the latest sports coupe S2200, which is based on the famous roadster Honda S2000. According to the publication AutoExpress, the novelty will be outwardly very similar to a roadster, but will receive a stylish rigid roof and some other changes to the exterior. Under the hood of the new items will be located 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine producing 250 horsepower, enabling it to compete with the Mazda RX-8 and Nissan 350Z. Due to the modified engine, the new roadster coupe will be faster S2000, even though the increased weight - from zero to hundred kilometers per hour Honda S2200 will accelerate less than six seconds. Its top speed is expected to be about 230 kilometers per hour. Interior of the new coupe will be nearly the same interior roadster and store digital display and button engine start. The official premiere Honda S2200, expected to take place at an auto show in Tokyo later this year. The exact cost of new items not yet known, but presumably it will be about $ 40 000.

Honda Accord Japanese Car of the Year

The results of the Japanese Car of the Year competition 2002 2003. Previously, the main winner was selected from a number of Japanese cars and foreign cars vied for the title of a foreign car of the year, but this year the rules have changed. From now on, the best Japanese car can be a vehicle of foreign manufacture. But this is unlikely to ever happen: to please the Japanese challenge. This year only the top three Japanese cars. This is a Honda Accord, which scored 348 points, Nissan Z (321) and Mazda6 (217). European Mini received 182 points, and closes the top five Mercedes E-class, who collected 117 points. Curiously, the title of the Japanese Car of the Year for the third time in a row goes to Honda: In 2000, the winner was the Honda Civic, and in 2001, the Honda Jazz.

Honda has developed a system to prevent accidents

Representatives of the Japanese company, Honda announced the completion of works on creation of the world's first serial device to prevent collision of vehicles. According to NEWSru.com, the new system consists of a special radar that scans the area in a radius of 100 meters around the vehicle and a special computer, which determines the likelihood of collisions by analyzing the distance between vehicles, speed relative to each other, as well as expected trajectory. If the computer detects a risk of collision in the car heard a special sound, and the dashboard is displayed the corresponding warning message. If after this distance continues to decrease, the system automatically starts to slow down the car and pulls the seat belt, indicating thereby that the high risk of collision. In the case of inevitable accident, the system activates the emergency brake and shift the seat back to compensate for the possible erosion of the seat belt and moving the driver and passengers away from the front panel. As reported by Japanese media, the first new development of Honda engineers will be on the model Honda Inspire, which goes on sale in July. Initially, this system is expected to be available only in the domestic market of Japan. Recall that before such a system announced by Toyota, which has promised to release the first production car with such a system before the end of 2003.

Honda is preparing a rival BMW M3 and Audi S4 with a hybrid drive

Representatives of Honda's all the same to share some information about an unnamed aggressive modification of this model Honda Accord last generation, presented at the Geneva motor show this year. According to them, much the same kit will receive a future version of the charged Accord, which will appear after a while, and that will compete with such renowned models as the BMW M3, Audi S4 and Mercedes C-Class AMG. However, the main feature of future new products from Honda will be its power set. In the future new product specialists Japanese companies plan to apply the new hybrid system Integrated Motor Assist, first announced at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2001. This hybrid powertrain consists of a gasoline engine for propulsion of the front axle wheels, which, in the case of a charged Honda Accord, may be 200-strong two-liter engine VTEC, and an electric motor that runs on the wheels of the rear axle. Thus, the total capacity of future innovations can make about 350 horsepower, while fuel consumption will remain at the level of an ordinary two-liter engine. Meanwhile, the exact timing of the appearance of the fastest version of the Honda Accord yet kept secret. We only know that the same Integrated Motor Assist system in 2005 will appear in the sports car Honda NSX future generations.

Honda has announced an upgraded version of the roadster S2000

Honda has extended the official information regarding the updated version of the sports roadster Honda S2000. Moreover, the North American market this car will appear in the near future, while the release dates of new products to market in Europe has not yet been identified. From previous versions the new version is different, first of all, the increased engine capacity. Instead of 2,000 cubic centimeters of volume of new motor is 2157 cubic centimeters. The power of the engine remained the same 240 horsepower, but now it is reached at a low speed (7800 rpm). In addition, some grown up engine capacity will make it a little more flexible and comfortable for everyday driving. Aggregated the engine with updated six-speed manual gearbox. Externally updated Honda S2000 features a new front bumper with new air intakes, as well as new 17-inch wheels with 215/45 tires in the dimension of the front and 245/40 rear. Plus, the novelty has slightly upgraded headlights and rear bumper. Salon has also undergone a cosmetic roadster "update".

Honda has developed an unusual engine

Japanese company Honda has announced it has completed work on a new, three-liter engine rather unusual V6. The peculiarity of this engine is that, depending on the mode of movement of the motor can operate as a cylinder or a three-cylinder, cutting off half the cylinders to reduce fuel consumption. Working system, called Variable Cylinder Management, as follows: the active movement of the new engine use all six cylinders, providing a solid vehicle dynamics. In the case of a quiet movement, or in case of motion along the track at very high speeds, not the system cuts off fuel at three of the six cylinder, turning the engine in economy mode. At the same time significantly reduces fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. It may be noted that in a mixed mode of a new three-liter V6 consumes even less fuel than the 2.4-liter Honda Accord last generation. Particular attention is paid professionals Honda and reduce vibration and noise when the engine in three-cylinder mode. When the letter of the company, any significant increase in noise or vibration driver of the car with the new motor does not notice. Note also that this unusual engine would, perhaps, the world's first engine of this type, resulting in a production car - new items will debut this week in Japan on the car Honda Inspire.

The impressive Honda

Ivan Ananiev addition to the well-known from the previous model, four-cylinder 2.4-liter, Inspire to be installed a brand new three-liter V-shaped six, equipped with a valve lift control system and valve timing i-VTEC. The engine is also equipped with off half the cylinders Variable Cylinder Management System (VCMS) similar to that used in automobiles Mercedes. For small loads three cylinders out of six disabled, to achieve high efficiency: according to the manufacturer fuel consumption is about 8.6 liters per 100 km, which corresponds to the strictest standards of Japanese power, come into force only in 2010. From the technical features it is worth noting the intake manifold, variable-length catalytic converter with a low flow resistance and the lack of a traditional throttle drive the gas pedal has no mechanical connection to the throttle control electronics. Torque to the wheels passes the five-speed automatic S-matic, smoothing changes the moment when the system VCMS. Honda Intelligent Driver Support System (HiDS) new electronic assistant that helps the driver. HiDS includes a system that when using the built-in windshield miniature camera evaluates the straightness of the car in its lane and provides electrical power through a certain point on the steering wheel, helping the driver keep the vehicle within the lane. Intelligent cruise control system receives data from radar, installed behind the radiator grille, and can not only hold a given speed, but reduce it if the car in front moves slower vehicle.

NSX in the form

Polk police supercars come: this time tried the form of convertible Honda NSX. Blue car in the corresponding coloring for a few days be made available to British cops say, were very pleased with Bobby. Only here the purchase of such machinery British police department did not even contemplate, and the prospect to give a gift supercompartment do not like Japanese so while the car is just shoukarom.

Honda in Russia

Honda Motor Corporation of Japan announced the establishment of a subsidiary in Russia is now engaged in sale and maintenance of equipment will mark Honda Motor RUS LLC Honda. The scope of the newly formed structures are not only car company to promote our market motorcycles and power equipment, and exercise control over logistics, advertising and PR activities. This year hondovtsy plan to implement in Russia about 4800 cars by 34% compared to last year.

In St. Petersburg was the Russian premiere of Lexus IS, and Honda Civic

As part of being held in St. Petersburg Annual Exhibition "Auto + Automechanika" Russian premiere took two cars, a new generation of sedan Lexus IS, as well as next-generation model Honda Civic. Recall that the official European premiere of the new products were little more than a month ago at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Lexus IS in Russia the first time will be sold only with a six-cylinder engine of 2.5-liter, whose power is 208 horsepower. Together with him will work six-step "automatic" this combination allows the vehicle to accelerate to polutoratonnomu hundred kilometers per hour in 8.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 220 kilometers per hour. This engine is equipped with a system of Dual VVT-i improved system of variable valve timing, providing an optimal combination of high performance, low fuel consumption and low emissions. Order the IS 250 will be in November this year, while prices for new product will be in the range of 42 to 48 thousand dollars. New Honda Civic Russians will have to wait a little longer the official start of sales of this model is planned for spring 2006. Russia plans to supply both European hatchbacks, sedans and assembled in Japan, the latter will cost you even a little cheaper cars from Europe. It is also assumed that the first time we will be modified to deliver only equipped with a new 1.8-liter gasoline engine power of 140 horsepower. The estimated cost of Civic in Russia will be around 22-30 thousand dollars.

A double debut

Honda has simultaneously led to the Russian market just two new models: the city and six-seater hatchback Jazz kompaktven FR-V. Honda Jazz with adult kompaktven resembles, but is actually avtomobilchik 25 mm shorter, and at the same rate lower than Mitubishi Colt. Cabin is original: the gas tank is not located under the rear, and under the front seats. This allows you to hide under the line of the luggage compartment floor and back and cushion rear seats, and in the unfolded state to put him under some luggage. A choice of two engines: 1.2 l and 1.4 liters. Both consistent with the company's dual ignition system i-DSI and two spark plugs per cylinder. Hence, by the high-hondovski liter capacity (78 and 83 hp respectively) and excellent economy on average 5.5 and 5.7 l/100 km respectively. Jazz 1.4 apart from the usual five-speed mechanics can be equipped with an advanced continuously variable CVT-7. Figure 7 indicates that in addition to a smooth change of gear ratio the driver can select from seven (!) Fixed gears. Funny avtombilchik but expensive: Basic Jazz 1.2 (two airbags, ABS, power steering, air conditioning) costs $ 15 900. It's $ 1,000 more than an expensive Mitsubishi Colt 1.3. A richly equipped with Jazz 1.4 CVT is offered for $ 17,900 at the price of the base Mazda 3 sedan 1.6! Six kompaktven FR-V will be playing on the same field and with seven-seater, with five-seater cars. The car comes in a single long form with two-liter 150-horsepower i-VTEC family and six-speed manual transmission (automatic is not offered, even in Europe).