| ENGINEERING | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| Engine Type | In-Line 4-Cylinder | In-Line 4-Cylinder | V-6 | V-6 |
| Engine Block / Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy |
| Displacement (cc / liter) | 2354 / 2.4 | 2354 / 2.4 | 3471 / 3.5 | 3471 / 3.5 |
| Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net, Rev 8/04) | 190 @ 7000 | 190 @ 7000 | 268 @ 6200 | 268 @ 6200 |
| Torque (lb-ft. @ rpm) | 162 @ 4400 | 162 @ 4400 | 248 @ 5000 | 248 @ 5000 |
| Redline | 7100 | 7100 | 6800 | 6800 |
| Bore and Stroke (mm) | 87 x 99 | 87 x 99 | 89 x 93 | 89 x 93 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 : 1 | 10.5 : 1 | 10.5 : 1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Valve Train | 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® | 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® |
| High-Performance Intake Manifold | X | |||
| Multi-Point Fuel Injection | X | X | X | X |
| Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System | X | X | X | X |
| Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) | X | |||
| Active Control Engine Mounts | X | |||
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | X | X | X | |
| CARB Emissions Rating | ULEV-2***/PZEV** | ULEV-2***/PZEV** | ULEV-2***/PZEV** | ULEV-2***/PZEV** |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | X | X | X | X |
| 100K+/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-ups* | X | X | X | X |
| *May vary with driving conditions. Does not apply to fluid and filter changes. Exact mileage is determined by actual driving conditions. Please see your owner's manual for more details. | ||||
| ** AT models are PZEV-rated in California and certain northeastern states. *** MT models are ULEV-2-rated in all 50 states. | ||||
| TRANSMISSION | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| 5-Speed Manual Transmission | ||||
| Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.267, 2nd: 1.778, 3rd: 1.154, 4th: 0.870, 5th: 0.647, Reverse: 3.583 Final Drive Ratio: 4.389 |
X | X | ||
| Close-Ratio 6-Speed Manual Transmission | ||||
| Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.933, 2nd: 2.478, 3rd: 1.700, 4th: 1.250, 5th: 0.976, 6th: 0.771, Reverse: 4.008, Final Drive Ratio: 3.550 | X | |||
| 5-Speed Automatic Transmission (available) | ||||
| Gear Ratios: 1st: 2.652, 2nd: 1.614, 3rd: 1.082, 4th: 0.773, 5th: 0.566, Reverse: 2.000 Final Drive Ratio: 4.438 |
X | X | ||
| 5-Speed Automatic Transmission | ||||
| Gear Ratios: 1st: 2.697, 2nd: 1.606, 3rd: 1.071, 4th: 0.766, 5th: 0.612, Reverse: 1.889 Final Drive Ratio: 4.312 |
X | |||
| BODY/SUSPENSION/CHASSIS | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| Unit-Body Construction | X | X | X | X |
| Double Wishbone Front Suspension | X | X | X | X |
| Multi-link Rear Suspension | X | X | X | X |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm., front/rear) | 26.5x5.3/15 (solid) | 26.5x5.3/15 (solid) | 26.5x5.3/15 (solid) | 27.2x5.0/15(solid) |
| Front Shock Tower Bar | X | X | X | X |
| Variable Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering | X | X | X | X |
| Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | 2.44 | 2.44 | 2.44 | 2.44 |
| Steering Ratio | 13.08 | 13.08 | 13.08 | 13.08 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) | 37.1 | 37.1 | 37.8 | 37.8 |
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.) |
11.1 / 11.1 | 11.8 / 11.1 | 11.8 / 11.1 | 11.8 / 11.1 |
| Wheels (inches) | 17x7.5 Alloy | 17x7.5 Alloy | 18x8 Alloy | 18x8 Alloy |
| All-Season Tires | P225/50 R17 93V | P225/50 R17 93V | P235/45 R18 94V | P235/45 R18 94V |
| EXTERIOR MEASUREMENTS | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 107.9 | 107.9 | 107.9 | 107.9 |
| Length (in.) | 190.9 | 190.9 | 190.9 | 190.9 |
| Height (in.) | 56.4 | 56.4 | 56.4 | 56.4 |
| Width (in.) | 72.8 | 72.8 | 72.8 | 72.8 |
| Track (in., front/rear) | 62.6 / 62.6 | 62.2 / 62.2 | 62.2 / 62.3 | 62.2 / 62.3 |
| Curb Weight (lbs., MT/AT) | 3221 / 3283 | 3278 / 3338 (EX) 3307 / 3366 (EX-L) 3322 / 3382 (EX-L Navi) |
NA / 3569 NA / 3585 (Navi) |
3446 / NA 3459 / NA (Navi) |
| Weight Distribution, front/rear (%) | 60/40 | 60/40 | 62/38 | 62/38 |
| INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| Headroom (in., front/rear) | 39.1 / 35.9 | 37.4 / 35.9 | 37.4 / 35.9 | 37.4 / 35.9 |
| Legroom (in., front/rear) | 42.5 / 33.0 | 42.5 / 33.0 | 42.5 / 33.0 | 42.5 / 33.0 |
| Shoulder Room (in., front/rear) | 58.4 / 55.2 | 58.4 / 55.2 | 58.4 / 55.2 | 58.4 / 55.2 |
| Hiproom (in., front/rear) | 56.4 / 46.3 | 56.4 / 46.3 | 56.4 / 46.3 | 56.4 / 46.3 |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 11.9 | 11.9 | 11.9 | 11.9 |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 95.2 | 92.7 | 92.7 | 92.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES*/CAPACITIES | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| 5-Speed Manual (City/Highway) | 22/31 | 22/31 | ||
| 6-Speed Manual (City/Highway) | 17/25 | |||
| 5-Speed Automatic (City/Highway) | 21/30 | 21/30 | 19/28 | |
| Crankcase (qt.) | 5.6 | 5.6 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Coolant System (qt., MT/AT) | 8.6 / 8.5 | 8.6 / 8.5 | NA / 9.1 | NA / 9.1 |
| Fuel (gal.) | 18.5 | 18.5 | 18.5 | 18.5 |
| Required Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| *Based on 2008 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. | ||||
| SAFETY | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions | X | X | X | X |
| Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System | X | X | X | X |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder | X | X | X | X |
| Dual-Stage, Dual-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) | X | X | X | X |
| Dual-Chamber Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) | X | X | X | X |
| Side Curtain Airbags | X | X | X | X |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Active Head Restraints | X | X | X | X |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACETM) Body Structure | X | X | X | X |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | X | X | X | X |
| Brake Assist | X | X | X | X |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | X | X | X | X |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | X | X | X | X |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | X | X | X | X |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | X | X | X | X |
| Side-Impact Door Beams | X | X | X | X |
| Outboard Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) | X | X | X | X |
| Child-Seat Tether Anchor (Rear-Center) | X | X | X | X |
| Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System | X | X | X | X |
| Emergency Trunk Opener | X | X | X | X |
| EXTERIOR FEATURES | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature | X | X | X | |
| Integrated Rear Window Antenna | X | X | X | X |
| Security System | X | X | X | X |
| Remote Entry System with Power Window Control | X | X | X | X |
| Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers | X | X | X | X |
| Projector-Beam Halogen Headlights with Auto-off | X | with Auto-On/Off (EX-L Only) | with Auto-On/Off | with Auto-On/Off |
| Hood Struts | X | X | ||
| Body-Colored Rear Decklid Spoiler | X | X | ||
| Fog Lights | X | X | ||
| Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors | X | Heated | Heated | Heated |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | X | X | Chrome | Chrome |
| Body-Colored Impact-Absorbing Bumpers | X | X | X | X |
| Chrome Exhaust Finisher | X | X | Dual Exhaust | Dual Exhaust |
| Chrome Window Trim | X | X | X | X |
| *Exterior note: Rocker panels are body-colored on all models. | ||||
| COMFORT & CONVENIENCE | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| Air Conditioning with Air Filtration System | X | X | ||
| Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System | EX-L Only | X | X | |
| Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition | Available (EX-L Only) | Available | Available | |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | EX-L Navigation Models | Navigation Models | Navigation Models | |
| Interface Dial w/ Scrolling and Multi-line Display | Volume Control Only | X | X | X |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows | Driver's Window Only | X | X | X |
| Illuminated Power Window Switches | X | X | X | |
| Power Door Locks | X | X | X | X |
| Cruise Control | X | X | X | X |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | EX-L Only | X | X | |
| Aluminum Shift Knob with Perforated Leather | X | |||
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls | X | X | X | X |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | X | X | X | X |
| HomeLink® Remote System* | X | X | ||
| Premium Interior Accents | X | X | X | |
| Center Console with Sliding Armrest and Storage Compartments | X | X | X | X |
| Front Multi-Media Storage Area | X | X | X | X |
| Beverage Holders, Front and Rear | X | X | X | X |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | X | X | X | X |
| Blue Ambient Console Lighting | X | X | X | |
| Map Lights | X | X | X | X |
| Sunglasses Holder | X | X | X | X |
| Coin Box | X | X | X | X |
| 12-Volt Power Outlets (2) | X | X | X | X |
| Lockable Glove Compartment with Light | X | X | X | X |
| Driver- and Passenger- Side Seatback Pockets | Passenger Only | X | X | X |
| Remote Fuel Filler Door Release | X | X | X | X |
| Remote Trunk Release with Lock | X | X | X | X |
| Electronic Remote Trunk Release | X | X | X | X |
| Rear Window Defroster | X | X | X | X |
| Cargo Area Light | X | X | X | X |
| Floor Mats | X | X | X | X |
| Side Door Pockets | X | X | X | X |
| * HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince Corp. a wholly-owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls. | ||||
| SEATING | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| Leather-Trimmed Seats and Door Panel Inserts | EX-L Only | X | Perforated | |
| Heated Front Seats | EX-L Only | X | X | |
| Driver's Seat with 8-Way Power Adjustment | EX-L Only | X | X | |
| Driver's Seat with Power Lumbar Support | EX-L Only | X | X | |
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | X | EX Only | ||
| Passenger-Side Walk-in Feature | X | X | X | X |
| Fold-Down Rear Seatback | X | X | X | X |
| AUDIO SYSTEMS | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| 160-Watt AM/FM/6-Disc In-Dash Audio System with 6 Speakers | X | |||
| 270-Watt AM/FM/6-Disc Premium Audio System with 7 Speakers including Subwoofer | X | X | X | |
| Radio Data System (RDS) | X | X | X | X |
| MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) Playback Capability | X | X | X | X |
| MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack | X | X | X | X |
| XM® Satellite Radio | EX-L Only | X | X | |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC) | X | X | X | X |
| INSTRUMENTATION | LX-S | EX / EX-L | EX-L V-6 | EX-L V-6 6-Speed |
| Backlit Gauges | X | X | X | X |
| Tachometer | X | X | X | X |
| Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2) | X | X | X | X |
| Maintenance Minder™ System | X | X | X | X |
| Compass | EX-L Non-Navi Only | Non-Navi Only | Non-Navi Only | |
| Door-/Trunk- Open Indicator | X | X | X | X |
| Fuel and Coolant Temperature Indicators | X | X | X | X |
| Low-Oil Pressure and Brake Fluid Indicators | X | X | X | X |
| Exterior Temperature Indicator | EX-L Only | X | X | |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) Indicator | X | X | X | X |
| Passenger Side-Airbag Shut-Off Indicator | X | X | X | X |