VI ’88: market debut in Japan and Europe; ’89: start of production at the British Honda factory in Swindon, 1.616V / 122 HP engine; ’92: minor stylistic changes; ’94: the end of production.
► Technical data
bodies: since: 4-door, dim. 4415/1690/1395 mm; poj. trunk 420 l; liftback: 5-door, length. 4265 mm; poj. trunk 360/820 l.
Motors: gasoline, four cylinders, 16-valve (carburetor or fuel injection): 1.5/90 KM, 1.6/ 105-111 KM, 1.6 DOHC / 122 KM.
Chassis: front axle drive or 4×4, 5-speed manual or 4-speed gearbox. automatic; independent suspension front and rear struts, rocker arm system.
► Faults
• problems with the interior ventilation system
• engine and gearbox oil leaks
• possible malfunctions of the suspension and chassis
• body and exhaust corrosion
• brake wear
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 856
front fender 760
complete clutch 1190
brake pads (front) 350
front door glass 360
timing drive 456
honda concerto 1.5, 1992 r.
► Summary
Quite a rare Honda model in our market. More luxuriously equipped and finished than the Civic, but not as good as the Accord. Comfortable interior: comfortable seats, large luggage compartment. Engines only ensure good performance at high revs, are relatively economical.
Comfortable interior. Costly service. Little choice of engines