The all-new 2022 Honda Legend Hybrid EX is coming, according to the latest news. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the manufacturer postponed its March release for the end of year. Honda recently stated that the Hybrid version would not differ too much from the standard one. Generally speaking, this sedan is trendy, and it shares many cues with its sibling Acura ILX. It looks compact, attractive, and it should feature a Level 3 autonomous system.
The hybrid variant will be powered by a 3.5-liter direct-injection V6 petrol engine paired with an electric motor and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It also uses a powerful lithium-ion battery, and it comes standard with an all-wheel-drive (SH-AWD).
2022 Honda Legend Hybrid EX Design
The exterior of the newest 2022 Honda Legend Hybrid EX will not significantly differ from the regular model. The manufacturer introduced the fifth Legend generation in 2014, and since then, the Legend gains some minor refresh. It’s recognized by a stylish, pentagonal grille that sports a thick horizontal chromed slat and attractive LED headlights.
The same design language is present on the newest Acura ILX model. However, the Honda Legend Hybrid EX side profile looks more beautiful, and the manufacturer added new dark-finish 17-inch alloy wheels and chrome around the molding. The back of this sedan is also attractive, and we like the new taillights graphics as well as exhaust system.
Interior and Safety Technology
Inside, the 2022 Honda Legend Hybrid EX will be available with many amenities. Like the regular variant, the Hybrid model offers the same stylish cabin. Interestingly, Honda Sensing Elite is present and is a more advanced version of Honda’s driver-assist technology. This system includes adaptive cruise with lane centering. Overall, as you can see, this model will gain more features than any previous generation. Generally speaking, the Honda Sensing is much better than the other driver-assist systems like Tesla’s Autopilot and Cadillac’s Super Cruise.
However, the highlight of this model is definitively the level three autonomous system. Along with this system, the manufacturer will also introduce the new Traffic Jam Pilot.
Hybrid Specification
The new 2022 Honda Legend Hybrid from the latest report will use a similar engine as we saw on the Odyssey minivan. The machine consists of a powerful 3.5-liter direct-injection V6 petrol engine paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. However, unlike the engine under the Odyssey, this one uses an electric motor and powerful battery capacity, providing much better efficiency.
The electric motor draws power from the lithium-ion battery, and the whole system should make at least 200+ horses. On top of that, the Honda Legend Hybrid comes standard with a Sport Hybrid all-wheel-drive (SH-AWD).
2022 Honda Legend Hybrid Release Date, Price
The most exciting news is that the 2022 Honda Legend Hybrid EX is coming. According to many reports, the forthcoming hybrid will go on sale in Japan later in the year.
Furthermore, Honda confirms that this model is limited to only 100 units. However, many details about the upcoming sedan are still unclear, but we should expect more details in the coming months.
Source: caranddriver.com