Honda Airwave is a small-sized station wagon, the production of which lasted from 2005 to 2010. The car was not produced for long, but in 5 years it managed to become a popular choice among people who want to purchase a functional and practical foreign car for little money.
What's under the hood?
Universal "Honda Airway" was offered to potential buyers with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. But under the hood of all versions there was only one engine. And it was a 1.5-liter 110-horsepower injection unit. He could not boast of power, but he was notable for unpretentiousness. He calmly consumed both the 95th and 92nd gasoline. And aggregated CVT variator.
However, the dynamics of the car with such an engine was still there. It could accelerate to a maximum of 170 km / h. And since the Honda Airway was positioned as a city car, this speed was enough for its owners.
The appetite of the car is moderate. With the calm nature of the ride, a little more than 8 liters of 95th gasoline per 100 “city” kilometers are spent.
Equipment
Universal "Honda Airway" was produced in a modest configuration. However, it included all the essentials for basic comfort.
The list of equipment included xenon headlights, factory tinting, glazing with UV protection, a large sunroof, a rear spoiler, retractable seats with height adjustment, a remote key, power windows, driver and passenger airbags, as well as ISOFIX child safety seats. In addition to the above, the package included active head restraints, anti-lock braking and auxiliary systems, air conditioning, a cabin filter, and a radio.
Also available was a CD player, DVD-audio, a navigator, a built-in memory, a full-color LCD monitor, parking sensors, a rearview camera and an anti-theft system.
Chassis
As one could understand, the Honda Airwave station wagon has characteristics that are not particularly impressive. But the chassis, if you believe the reviews of the real owners, the car is excellent. This is confirmed even by motorists who can compare with other cars of the same class.
The suspension is not bad, joints and irregularities are gently smoothed, remaining invisible to the driver and passengers. This pleasantly surprised many. About the passage of defective road sections can be found only by the "crickets" of hard plastic.
More people notice worthy clearance. There are enough 16 centimeters for city driving, and parking in "pockets" and yards does not cause inconvenience. No need to worry about hitting the front of the curbs.
disadvantages
Motorists, leaving reviews about the Honda Airwagon station wagon, note not only the advantages of this car, but also the disadvantages. She also has them.
Many are upset by the quality of the plastic. Some do not even hesitate to compare it with the one that was used in the decoration of the Lada.
Side mirrors are very small, which affects visibility. Still too narrow standard tires. In order for the car to hold the road well, you need to change the wheels.
Also a negative point is poor thermal insulation. It is worth stopping the engine in the winter, as in the cabin the next moment it gets very cold. At high speeds, you can feel the wind blowing through the doors. In the summer, respectively, the air conditioner must work constantly to cool the interior. Soundproofing, of course, also leaves much to be desired.
As for the variator, there are different opinions. Its obvious advantage is profitability. But the fact that the machine does not start without tangible vibration and a subsequent jerk is a problem.
Other nuances
It is worth noting the attention of a few more points regarding such a car as the Honda Airwave, the photo of which is presented above.
Many owners say that the previously mentioned variator problem is eliminated by changing the gearbox fluid several times. In addition, it is not recommended to ride in the kick-down mode, since with it the box goes into emergency mode. And skid is also not worth it. The engine works great at high speeds. But when slipping the car immediately buries. Accordingly, the car is not suitable for residents of regions in which an abundance of snow for several months is the norm. And not only because of the slip. On slippery roads, the car behaves strangely. It is impossible to avoid drifts in any way. Only four-wheel drive, which is not available on all versions, can save. But he will not help out when starting off on an ice-covered rise. So this car will be a good option only for motorists living in the "dry" and warm regions.
Cost
A couple of words in the end I would like to say about the price. Low cost is one of the advantages by which this station wagon is still popular. A used version in good condition can be purchased for about 350-400 thousand rubles. The car looks good, is spacious and economical. So if you need a budget city car, Honda Airway can be a good option.