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It's been eighteen years since we last saw legend plate in Acura showrooms here in the US, but in Japan, it is still very much alive as the flagship sedan of Honda and now the automaker Japanese revealed last generation.
Set on sale throughout Japan on January 22 - 30 years since the nameplate was introduced - the new Honda Legend is essentially the same model that we already know in the States as the new Acura RLX only essentially, we mean exactly RLX is the only with Honda badge instead of the Acura manufacturer hasn t even changed the grid or the wheels.
Although RLX is offered Stateside in two forms, the new JDM Honda Legend will come in a form, which is equivalent to our hybrid sport, with handling motor Super-wheels and a hybrid powertrain pairing a 3 V6 5 liter seven -speed dual-clutch transmission with integrated electric motor for the privilege of owning the most luxurious car Honda fact, Japanese customers will have to pony 6,800,000 of which approximately adds up to 59950 us pay for RLX Sport hybrid.
We can t the only ones who want the RLX Acura Legend still called here in the States, do we.
014 November 10 Honda to begin sales of new model Legend functionality with 3 electric motors SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD.
TOKYO, Japan, November 10, 2014- Honda Motor Co Ltd announced today it will begin sales of the all-new flagship sedan Legend at dealers across Japan January 22, 2015, with the new hybrid system the revolutionary hybrid technology to deliver an unprecedented combination driving pleasure, a comfortable and refined ride and exceptional performance of the environment.
Legend has the fifth generation HYBRID SPORT SH-AWD 1 which comprises three electric motors With a gasoline engine, a single engine front and dual rear engines, the hybrid system automatically combines with front wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel wheel drive with EV drive Hybrid drive engine or drive to continuously respond to driver input and driving conditions and to ensure efficient optimal performance.
The dual rear drive motors provide power and deceleration of the rear wheels of technology in a report this revolutionary vectoring torque 2 provides a very stable handling in all types of driving and refined ride comfort that exceeds expectations class of legend at the same time, the legend's advanced hybrid system offers exceptional fuel economy of 16 L 8 km measured in JC08 mode 3.
The new Legend also offers the advanced driver assistance system Honda SENSING, 4 which can help drivers prevent or effectively respond to hazardous driving situations, making the driving experience safer and more enjoyable, among other functions Honda SENSING includes mitigating collisions CMBS braking system and the first 5 steering system of the world's collision pedestrians, which is designed to help prevent collisions with pedestrians 1 SPORT HYBRID drive wheels super handling 2 A system and control mechanism that controls the torque distribution to the left and right drive wheels 3 trials conducted by the Ministry of land, infrastructure, Transport and tourism 4 Honda Sensing is the name of the Honda brand for its pilot system 'advanced support Named for its advanced detection technologies, Honda sENSING supports the detection, decision in December ision and control skills of drivers, which contributes to greater comfort, safety and peace of mind 5 Honda Research in November 2014.
Monthly sales target for Japan series Legend 300 units suggested retail price maker.
Prices are for reference only and do not include insurance, taxes except consumption tax, registration or other fees According to the Law on the auto recycling Japan, the separate recycling fee will be charged fees recycling includes recycling depot to cover expenses required to recycle shredder dust, air bags and fluorocarbons, as well as information management costs and management burden of capital There are an additional 54000 50 000 before consumption tax for the white Orchid Pearl, super platinum metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, golden pewter metallics.
Positioned at the front of the vehicle is a newly developed V6 3 of 5 direct injection of the i-VTEC engine and an electric motor 7 DCT 6 speed with a high-performance integrated system positioned at the rear of the vehicle is the unit of Double Teaming TMU motor with a lithium-ion battery with high efficiency, the control unit coordinates the engine running and three engines These are the main components of the advanced hybrid system the new legend.
SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD three drive modes, wherein the control hybrid system automatically the motor and three motors for optimal performance in the EV drive, the two power of the rear electric motors of the vehicle in the hybrid system, the engine gasoline feeds the front wheels while the two engine power to the rear of the rear wheels in the motor drive, the gasoline engine provides power to the front wheels responding continuously to driver inputs and driving conditions, the hybrid system automatically selects the most economical driving mode energy and the optimal choice of front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or four wheel drive in the three driving modes, the hybrid system uses the four wheels to effectively regenerate electricity during deceleration, thus contributing to the fuel delivery exceptionnell economy E 16 8 km L.
completely independent operation of the gasoline engine torque, both engines at the rear of the unit TMU two engines offers maximum power of 27 kW each rear motor is controlled independently and can provide either a positive or torque torque negative statement his wheel Thanks to this advanced vectoring torque, the legend provides an ideal experience to trace the driver of the desired course for all levels of speed and handling of exceptional stability worthy of a flagship sedan.
In combination, the new V6 May 3 direct injection i-VTEC engine and three electric motors provide maximum power of 281 kilowatts 382 hp and acceleration performance superior to that of a motor autonomous Honda V8 petrol own management VCM variable cylinder allows the engine to idle three cylinders on one side of V to save energy as needed, while the hybrid system also has a brake to efficient energy recovery and deceleration accordingly, the hybrid system provides equivalent fuel economy to that of a standalone line 4-cylinder gasoline engine.
Besides SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD with its flexible distribution of drive power to all four wheels, the new Legend has agility Assist AHA, which control braking to enhance vehicle handling is also includes vehicle stability assist VSA, which is designed to help the driver maintain control in challenging situations by applying braking inputs that the coordinated control of the required technologies help the new Legend ensure stability and exceptional handling performance in a wide range of driving conditions, urban intersections winding roads of suburban freeways at high speed.
Further supporting the new legend outstanding performance are the new double wishbone suspension at the front lower double articulation and the rear suspension of the two front and rear suspension according to new shocks responsive to the amplitude with a optimized spring rates and damping force, contributing to the brand new excellent handling stability s Legend and refined driving comfort the new Legend also has a greatly improved rigidity of the body, including joint stiffness Please Honda's proprietary technology for the connection of steel and aluminum, all the door skins are lightweight aluminum lightweight construction throughout the entire vehicle also helps the new exceptional handling stability Legend and the economy fuel 6 dual clutch transmission.
The exterior design of the new legend is fluid and dynamic body has a wide and low form and an elegant cabin that invites people to the livability inside the Jewel Eye LED headlights with their sparkling , lentils as precious stones add to the refined style, high quality beams are super low on the scale and brilliantly illuminate even the shoulder of the road.
Leverage the fact that the new Legend uses a provision of front wheel drive, highly efficient design uses space to offer exceptional interior comfort While the total length is about the same as the previous model, the interior is roomier than ever up rear legroom is so generous that occupants can even cross your legs in comfort in all, the new Legend offers a level of comfort that is among the best in its class.
In addition, the seats in the new Legend feature genuine leather high quality Also, soft pads on the dashboard, door trim, armrests and other areas that come into frequent contact with the occupants are false leather realistic, enveloping the occupants in all seats with a relaxing and soothing comfort.
In addition to having enough soundproofing materials and -absorbing, the new Legend minimizes noise and vibration at source to provide exceptional quietness level The engine itself is designed for minimal vibration, with a active control of engine inline anticipating engine vibration and effectively removes the fight against the road noise, the tires using an aluminum foil that effectively reduces unpleasant resonance which comes inside.
The interior design and the new legend details create the ultimate space to enjoy the ultimate car Honda chose as American audio Krell Industries development partner, the leading global manufacturer of high-end audio equipment integration Krell s technologies and expertise in the new legend of the design phase onwards led to an incredible audio realism the power amplifier offers exceptional dynamic range and offers exceptional clarity audio system has 14 speakers positioned optimally within the interior of the new Legend to deliver an incredible audio experience for all occupants.
The rear window and the rear side sunshade characteristics windows with enhanced features, and the total area protected by sunshades increased rear central armrest has a control panel with a large color screen, adding to the enjoyment and convenience of rear occupants.
The windshield has a high practical heads-up display that helps the driver to maintain a consistent line of sight in addition to displaying a digital speedometer, this screen can display routes turn navigation system and even allows monitoring of the legend's real-time torque vectoring.
With the slogan of the overall security of security for all, Honda is planning an accident-free society in which everyone can use the road safely with this, Honda has developed security technologies that cover all aspects of technology accidents active safety that may help prevent an accident, passive security technologies that can help mitigate damage in case of accidents and pre-crash safety technologies that combine both active and passive approaches.
Leveraging its technologies that detect the environment outside the vehicle, Honda developed the Honda SENSING system advanced driver assistance and included on the new Legend Designed to help drivers prevent or effectively react to dangerous driving situations, Honda SENSING includes the world's first pedestrian avoidance steering system, which is designed to help prevent collisions with pedestrians.
Honda SENSING system receives information from two sources having different characteristics of a millimeter-wave radar system located inside the grille and a monocular camera mounted inside the windshield provides better performance, the millimeter-wave radar can detect the position and speed of a broader range of targets, including pedestrians, who tend to be difficult to detect due to the low radar reflectivity monocular camera is able to see up 60 m ahead of the vehicle, which allows the system to determine the size and other characteristics of pedestrians or objects and further enhance the accuracy of the system as a whole.
In addition to these and other functions of the pilot-help that detect in the forward direction, Honda SENSING includes functions which detect in the back and lateral directions to make safety support to the next level Honda SENSING automatically detects and continuous the driver's intentions and the situation of the vehicle; uses visual cues, sound and touch to provide the driver with information and alert him or her of the risks; and provides the accelerator, brake and steering inputs necessary to make safer driving experience more enjoyable.
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