Honda Legend: generations and engines
The Honda Legend was built from 1986 to 2014 in 7 generations, with 10 engine versions in our catalog (sedan, coupe). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

Production years1986–2014
Generations7
Engine versions10
Power150–295 hp
Body stylesSedan, Coupe
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Honda Legend generations
- 1986–1990
Honda Legend I (HS,KA)
Engines below - 1986–1990
Honda Legend I Coupe (KA3)
Engines below - 1991–1996
Honda Legend II (KA7)
Engines below - 1991–1996
Honda Legend II Coupe (KA8)
Engines below - 1996–2006
- 2004–2008
Honda Legend IV (KB1)
Engines below - 2008–2014
Honda Legend IV (KB1, facelift 2008)
Engines below
Specs
Honda Legend engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Honda Legend I (HS,KA)1986–1990 · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 i (HS) (150 hp) | 1986–1987 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | ||||
| 2.5 i (HS) (173 hp) | 1987–1988 | Gasoline | 173 hp (127 kW) | ||||
| 2.7 i 24V (KA4) (169 hp) | 1988–1990 | Gasoline | 169 hp (124 kW) |
Honda Legend I Coupe (KA3)1986–1990 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 i 24V (169 hp) | 1986–1990 | Gasoline | 169 hp (124 kW) |
Honda Legend II (KA7)1991–1996 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2i 24V (205 hp) | 1991–1996 | Gasoline | 205 hp (151 kW) | 216 lb-ft (293 Nm) | 8.1 s | 139 mph (223 km/h) |
Honda Legend II Coupe (KA8)1991–1996 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2i 24V (205 hp) | 1991–1996 | Gasoline | 205 hp (151 kW) | 216 lb-ft (293 Nm) | 7.3 s | 140 mph (226 km/h) |
Honda Legend IV (KB1)2004–2008 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 V6 DOHC VTEC (295 hp) | 2004–2008 | Gasoline | 295 hp (217 kW) | 259 lb-ft (351 Nm) | 7.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| 3.7 V6 DOHC VTEC (295 hp) | 2004–2008 | Gasoline | 295 hp (217 kW) | 274 lb-ft (371 Nm) | 7.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
Honda Legend IV (KB1, facelift 2008)2008–2014 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 VTEC V6 (295 hp) 4WD | 2008–2014 | Gasoline | 295 hp (217 kW) | 274 lb-ft (371 Nm) | 7.1 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
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- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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