Honda Avancier: Which Version Should You Buy?
The Honda Avancier choice divides into two distinct groups. The Estate 5-door generation produced from September 1999 through June 2003 offers naturally aspirated 2.3 AT and 3.0 AT versions, each with FWD or AWD.
The Honda Avancier choice divides into two distinct groups. The Estate 5-door generation produced from September 1999 through June 2003 offers naturally aspirated 2.3 AT and 3.0 AT versions, each with FWD or AWD. The SUV 5-doors generation, available in the supplied data from January 2016 onward and restyled from March 2020, offers a 1.5 CVT with FWD and a more powerful 2.0 AT with either FWD or AWD. The best version depends on whether the priority is lower kerb weight, greater power, AWD, measured acceleration, or measured fuel consumption.
Honda Avancier generations: what changed?
The first generation ran from September 1999 through August 2001 as an Estate 5-door with four versions. Its 2.3 AT produces 150 hp and 206 Nm and comes with FWD or AWD, while its 3.0 AT produces 215 hp and 272 Nm and is also available with FWD or AWD.
The first-generation restyling ran from September 2001 through June 2003, retaining the Estate 5-door body and the same four-version structure. The engine outputs, transmissions, drive choices, fuel tank capacities and listed ground clearances remain the same as before the restyling. The recorded kerb weights changed: the 2.3 AT AWD fell from 1640 kg to 1620 kg, the 3.0 AT FWD fell from 1600 kg to 1580 kg, and the 3.0 AT AWD fell from 1710 kg to 1690 kg. The 2.3 AT FWD remained at 1500 kg.
The second generation ran from January 2016 through February 2020 as an SUV 5-doors with three versions. The 1.5 CVT combines 193 hp with FWD, while the two 2.0 AT versions produce 272 hp and offer a choice of FWD or AWD.
The second-generation restyling starts in March 2020 in the supplied data and continues without a recorded stop date. It remains an SUV 5-doors with three versions. The principal newly recorded comparison point is combined fuel consumption: 7.6 l/100 km for the 1.5 CVT, 8.3 l/100 km for the 2.0 AT FWD, and 8.7 l/100 km for the 2.0 AT AWD. The restyled 2.0 AT versions also list Direct injection (direct), whereas the earlier 2.0 AT entries list Distributed injection (multi-point).
Honda Avancier engine and specs comparison
| Generation and version | Power | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders and layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First generation 2.3 AT | 150 hp | 206 Nm | 2253 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 4, Inline | No | 4-speed Automatic | FWD |
| First generation 2.3 AT | 150 hp | 206 Nm | 2253 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 4, Inline | No | 4-speed Automatic | AWD |
| First generation 3.0 AT | 215 hp | 272 Nm | 2997 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 6, V-shaped | No | 5-speed Automatic | FWD |
| First generation 3.0 AT | 215 hp | 272 Nm | 2997 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 6, V-shaped | No | 5-speed Automatic | AWD |
| First-generation restyling 2.3 AT | 150 hp | 206 Nm | 2253 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 4, Inline | No | 4-speed Automatic | FWD |
| First-generation restyling 2.3 AT | 150 hp | 206 Nm | 2253 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 4, Inline | No | 4-speed Automatic | AWD |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | 215 hp | 272 Nm | 2997 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 6, V-shaped | No | 5-speed Automatic | FWD |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | 215 hp | 272 Nm | 2997 cm³ | Gasoline, 92 | 6, V-shaped | No | 5-speed Automatic | AWD |
| Second generation 1.5 CVT | 193 hp | 243 Nm | 1498 cm³ | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | Variable | FWD |
| Second generation 2.0 AT | 272 hp | 370 Nm | 1996 cm³ | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 9-speed Automatic | FWD |
| Second generation 2.0 AT | 272 hp | 370 Nm | 1996 cm³ | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 9-speed Automatic | AWD |
| Second-generation restyling 1.5 CVT | 193 hp | 243 Nm | 1498 cm³ | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | Variable | FWD |
| Second-generation restyling 2.0 AT | 272 hp | 370 Nm | 1996 cm³ | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 9-speed Automatic | FWD |
| Second-generation restyling 2.0 AT | 272 hp | 370 Nm | 1996 cm³ | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 9-speed Automatic | AWD |
The naturally aspirated 2.3 AT makes approximately 66.6 hp per litre, while the naturally aspirated 3.0 AT makes approximately 71.7 hp per litre. The turbocharged 1.5 CVT reaches approximately 128.8 hp per litre, and the turbocharged 2.0 AT reaches approximately 136.3 hp per litre. Within each body generation, the larger engine therefore provides both more total output and more power per litre.
Moving from the first-generation 2.3 AT to the 3.0 AT adds 65 hp and 66 Nm. Moving from the second-generation 1.5 CVT to the 2.0 AT adds 79 hp and 127 Nm. For a buyer comparing engine output alone, the 2.0 AT creates the largest gap over its smaller contemporary alternative.
Honda Avancier performance and fuel economy
| Generation and version | Drive | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | Combined consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First generation 2.3 AT | FWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First generation 2.3 AT | AWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First generation 3.0 AT | FWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First generation 3.0 AT | AWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 2.3 AT | FWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 2.3 AT | AWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | FWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | AWD | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second generation 1.5 CVT | FWD | not measured | 198 km/h | not measured |
| Second generation 2.0 AT | FWD | 7.8 seconds | 208 km/h | not measured |
| Second generation 2.0 AT | AWD | 8.0 seconds | 208 km/h | not measured |
| Second-generation restyling 1.5 CVT | FWD | not measured | 198 km/h | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Second-generation restyling 2.0 AT | FWD | 7.8 seconds | 208 km/h | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Second-generation restyling 2.0 AT | AWD | 7.8 seconds | 208 km/h | 8.7 l/100 km |
Among the restyled SUV 5-doors versions, choosing the 2.0 AT FWD over the 1.5 CVT adds 79 hp and 127 Nm, raises top speed by 10 km/h, and increases measured combined consumption by 0.7 l/100 km. Choosing the 2.0 AT AWD rather than the 2.0 AT FWD preserves the same 272 hp, 370 Nm, 7.8-second acceleration figure and 208 km/h top speed, but adds 0.4 l/100 km to measured combined consumption.
For the pre-restyling second generation, the 2.0 AT FWD reaches 100 km/h 0.2 seconds sooner than the 2.0 AT AWD. Both share the same 208 km/h top speed. Acceleration for the 1.5 CVT is not measured, while combined consumption is not measured for all three pre-restyling versions.
Honda Avancier dimensions, weight and capacity
Exterior dimensions and wheel sizes are not measured for every Honda Avancier version in the supplied data. Gross weight is also not measured throughout the range.
| Generation and version | Drive | Kerb weight | Ground clearance | Fuel tank | Wheel sizes | Gross weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First generation 2.3 AT | FWD | 1500 kg | 155 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| First generation 2.3 AT | AWD | 1640 kg | 185 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| First generation 3.0 AT | FWD | 1600 kg | 155 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| First generation 3.0 AT | AWD | 1710 kg | 160 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 2.3 AT | FWD | 1500 kg | 155 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 2.3 AT | AWD | 1620 kg | 185 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | FWD | 1580 kg | 155 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | AWD | 1690 kg | 160 mm | 61 l | not measured | not measured |
| Second generation 1.5 CVT | FWD | 1708 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second generation 2.0 AT | FWD | 1750 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second generation 2.0 AT | AWD | 1866 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second-generation restyling 1.5 CVT | FWD | 1708 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second-generation restyling 2.0 AT | FWD | 1750 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second-generation restyling 2.0 AT | AWD | 1866 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
In the first generation, AWD adds 140 kg to the 2.3 AT and 110 kg to the 3.0 AT. After restyling, AWD adds 120 kg to the 2.3 AT and 110 kg to the 3.0 AT. The 2.3 AT AWD also provides 30 mm more ground clearance than the 2.3 AT FWD, while the 3.0 AT AWD provides 5 mm more than the 3.0 AT FWD.
In both second-generation phases, the 2.0 AT FWD is 42 kg heavier than the 1.5 CVT but has 79 hp more. The 2.0 AT AWD adds a further 116 kg over the 2.0 AT FWD without changing power or torque.
Weight per horsepower sharpens the comparison. The restyled first-generation 2.3 AT FWD carries 10.0 kg per hp, compared with approximately 7.3 kg per hp for the 3.0 AT FWD. In the second-generation range, the 1.5 CVT carries approximately 8.8 kg per hp, the 2.0 AT FWD approximately 6.4 kg per hp, and the 2.0 AT AWD approximately 6.9 kg per hp.
Which Honda Avancier version should you buy?
Choose the first-generation or restyled first-generation 2.3 AT FWD if the priorities are the lowest recorded kerb weight and the simpler specification available in the data. At 1500 kg, it is lighter than every other listed Avancier. It has 150 hp, 206 Nm, a 4-speed Automatic gearbox, 155 mm of ground clearance and a 61 l fuel tank. Its acceleration, top speed and consumption are not measured.
Choose the first-generation 2.3 AT AWD if ground clearance matters more than power. Its 185 mm figure is the highest recorded clearance in the supplied range. Compared with the corresponding FWD version, AWD adds no power or torque, but adds 140 kg before restyling or 120 kg after restyling.
Choose the first-generation 3.0 AT FWD when you want the strongest Estate 5-door configuration without AWD weight. Compared with the 2.3 AT FWD, it adds 65 hp and 66 Nm. In restyled form it weighs 1580 kg, only 80 kg more than the restyled 2.3 AT FWD, and its weight-per-power figure improves from 10.0 to approximately 7.3 kg per hp.
Choose the second-generation or restyled second-generation 1.5 CVT when measured economy is the deciding factor. In the restyled range it records 7.6 l/100 km, the lowest measured combined consumption here. It also has the lowest SUV 5-doors kerb weight at 1708 kg, while producing 193 hp and 243 Nm.
Choose the second-generation 2.0 AT FWD when performance and weight balance take priority. It combines 272 hp and 370 Nm with the lowest weight-per-power figure in the catalogue at approximately 6.4 kg per hp. In restyled form it records 7.8 seconds to 100 km/h, 208 km/h and 8.3 l/100 km.
Choose the second-generation 2.0 AT AWD only when AWD is itself required. Against the restyled 2.0 AT FWD, it brings the same 272 hp, 370 Nm, 7.8-second acceleration and 208 km/h top speed, while adding 116 kg and raising combined consumption from 8.3 to 8.7 l/100 km. Based strictly on the measured figures, the 2.0 AT FWD is the stronger all-round specification; the 2.0 AT AWD exchanges some weight and economy efficiency for AWD.