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The Honda Avancier (Japanese: ホンダ・アヴァンシア, Hepburn: Honda Avuanshia) is a mid-size station wagon produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Honda. It is based on the sixth-generation Accord.
| Honda Avancier (TA1/2/3/4) | |
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 2001 Honda Avancier Nouvelle Vague (Japan) | |
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| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Production | 1999–2004 |
| Assembly | Japan: Sayama, Saitama |
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| Class | Mid-size car |
| Body style | 5-door station wagon |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,765 mm (108.9 in) |
| Length | 4,700–4,795 mm (185.0–188.8 in) |
| Width | 1,790–1,810 mm (70.5–71.3 in)) |
| Height | 1,500–1,545 mm (59.1–60.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,500–1,690 kg (3,310–3,730 lb) |
Overview
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Upon its introduction in 1999, the Avancier was available with a 2.3-litre F23A VTEC four-cylinder engine producing 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission or a 3.0-litre J30A VTEC V6 engine producing 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. It can be had with a front-wheel drive or the Honda's real-time four-wheel drive system. The V6-engined Avancier can be optioned with an "Intelligent Highway Cruise Control" (IHCC) that used a radar to determine and maintain a reliable distance with the car in front and capable to maintain a speed. Due to the large engine displacements, the Avancier was considered as a mid-size wagon in Japan instead of a compact wagon. The dimensions also contribute to such classification in Japan.
As for the interior, the front seats were designed with a walk-through layout, which allowed for easier access to the adjacent and rear seats. The B-pillar featured dedicated air vents and a ceiling-mounted box for the rear seats. The optional "G Package" included a rear seat center table with a stowable seat cushion, a rear seat slide function (with a slide range of 70 mm), adjustable seat backs, and rear privacy glass, enhancing the focus on rear seat comfort.[1]
The vehicle's design aimed to provide a spacious interior with a focus on luxury rather than functionality, representing an innovative approach at the time of its release. However, its overall appearance sometimes made it challenging to convey a clear sense of premium quality.
When the Accord underwent a full model change, the production of Avancier ceased by 2003.
References
edit- ^ "新しいカタチの上級車 新型車 ホンダ「アヴァンシア」を発売". Honda launches new luxury car model "Avancier". 13 September 1999.
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