Honda Legend fourth generation
The Honda Legend fourth generation (2004–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 2 versions in the European Union.
Model codes: KB1, KB2 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960–4,990 mm RDW | 4,917–4,973 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm RDW | 1,847 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm RDW | 1,450–1,453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm RDW | 2,799 mm |
| Front track | 1,575 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,585 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,820–1,838 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,920–1,938 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,310 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,600 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 250 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 351–371 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/50R17, 245/45R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 80.7% (78.1–83.0) | 69.2% | 989 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 31.5% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 27.0% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 26.7% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 19.4% | 28.8% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 13.2% | 11.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.0% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 2 versions of the Honda Legend fourth generation
European Union 2 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.7 L | Petrol | 268 g/km | 191 |
| 2010 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 282 g/km | 30 |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.