Honda will roll out in January the redesigned fifth-generation Legend, which will be powered by a hybrid system with a combination of three electric motors and a 3.5-litre V-6 engine.
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The Honda Legend would be powered by a hybrid system with a combination of three electric motors and a 3.5-litre V-6 gasoline. Yuya Shino / Reuters -
The Legend, known overseas as the Acura RLX, will debut in Japan on January 22 with a price tag of ¥6.8 million. Yuya Shino / Reuters -
The monthly sales target in Japan for the revamped model is set at 300 vehicles. Kimimasa Mayama / EPA -
Honda will also launch the Legend in China following its introduction in the US, Canada and Mexico last year. Kimimasa Mayama / EPA -
Honda's Legend flagship sedan during its unveiling in Tokyo. Kazuhiro Nogi / AFP -
Honda president and chief executive Takanobu Ito said that while the carmaker is sticking to the global sales target, it is not the top priority. Kazuhiro Nogi / AFP -
Honda president and chief executive Takanobu Ito said the increasing number of vehicle recalls to replace defective air bags made by Takata was 'a matter of concern' as the faulty parts have caused injuries and fatal accidents. Yuya Shino / Reuters -
The Legend, known overseas as the Acura RLX, will debut in Japan on January 22 with a price tag of ¥6.8 million. Yuya Shino / Reuters
Honda unveils hybrid sedan Legend — in pictures
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