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Engineering
  GX
Engine Type In-Line 4-Cylinder
Engine Block/Cylinder Head Aluminum-Alloy
Displacement (cc) 1799
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) 113 @ 6300
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) 109 @ 4300
Bore and Stroke (mm) 81 x 87.3
Compression Ratio 12.5:1
Valve Train 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC®
Multi-Point Natural-Gas Fuel Injection Standard
Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System Standard
Front-Wheel Drive Standard
CARB Emissions Rating AT-PZEV[1] 
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer Standard
Battery 12V-36Ah/5Hr
Alternator 12V-90Ah
Transmission
  GX
Compact 5-Speed Automatic Transmission Standard
Gear Ratios: 1st: 2.666, 2nd: 1.534, 3rd: 1.022, 4th: 0.721, 5th: 0.525, Reverse: 1.957, Final Drive: 4.440  
Body/Suspension/Chassis
  GX
Unit-Body Construction Standard
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension Standard
Multi-Link Rear Suspension Standard
Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering Standard
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock 2.7
Steering Ratio 13.7
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) 34.8
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes (in., front/rear) 11.1 / 8.7
Wheels 15" with Full Covers
All-Season Tires P195 / 65 R15 89H
Compact Spare Tire Standard
Interior Measurements
  GX
Headroom (in., front/rear) 39.4 / 37.4
Legroom (in., front/rear) 42.2 / 34.6
Shoulder Room (in., front/rear) 53.7 / 52.4
Hiproom (in., front/rear) 51.9 / 51.0
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 6.0
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 90.9
Seating Capacity 5
Exterior Measurements
  GX
Wheelbase (in.) 106.3
Length (in.) 177.3
Height (in.) 56.5
Width (in.) 69.0
Track (in., front/rear) 59.0 / 60.2
Curb Weight (lbs) 2910
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear) 59 / 41
EPA Mileage Estimates[2] / Fuel
  GX
5-Speed Automatic Transmission (City/Highway/Combined) 24 / 36 / 28
Crankcase (qt.) 4.7
Coolant System (qt.) 7.0
Fuel (gal.) 8.03 GGE @ 3600psi
Required Fuel CNG
Safety
  GX
3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions Standard
Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System Standard
Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder Standard
Adjustable Front Seat Belt Anchors Standard
Dual-Stage, Dual-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) Standard
Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Standard
Side Curtain Airbags Standard
Driver's and Front Passenger's Active Head Restraints Standard
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure Standard
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Standard
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)[3]  Standard
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Standard
Side-Impact Door Beams Standard
Outboard Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) Standard
Child-Proof Rear Door Locks Standard
Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System Standard
Emergency Trunk Release Standard
Exterior Features
  GX
Integrated Rear-Window Antenna Standard
Security System with Remote Entry Standard
Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors Standard
2-Speed/Intermittent Windshield Wipers Standard
Impact-Absorbing Body-Colored Bumpers Standard
Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights Standard
Tinted Glass Standard
Body-Colored Door Handles Standard
Comfort & Convenience
  GX
Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System Standard
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's Window Standard
Power Door Locks with Auto-Lock Feature Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls Cruise
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column Standard
Beverage Holders Front
Center Console with Sliding Armrest and Storage Compartment Standard
Front Door-Pocket Storage Bins Standard
Satin-Finish Door-Handle Pulls Standard
Coin Tray Standard
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release Standard
Remote Trunk Release with Lock Standard
Headlights-On Reminder Standard
Driver's and Front Passenger's Vanity Mirrors Standard
Map Lights Standard
Rear-Seat Heater Ducts Standard
Floor Mats Standard
Driver's Footrest Standard
12-Volt Power Outlet Front
Rear Window Defroster with Timer Standard
Cargo Area Light Standard
Seating
  GX
Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment Standard
Reclining Front Seatbacks Standard
Adjustable Head Restraints Standard
Audio System
  GX
160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 2 Speakers Standard
MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) Playback Capability[4]  Standard
MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack Standard
CD Text Display Capability Standard
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC) Standard
Instrumentation
  GX
Two-Tier Instrument Panel Standard
Blue Backlit Gauges Standard
Tachometer Standard
Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2) Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator[3]  Standard
Maintenance Minder System Standard
Exterior Temperature Indicator Standard
Fuel and Coolant Temperature Indicators Standard
Door/Trunk-Open Indicators Standard
Low-Fuel and Low-Oil Pressure Indicators Standard
Passenger-Side Side Airbag-Off Indicator Standard
Front Passenger Airbag-Off Indicator Standard
 
[1]  AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle), as certified by California Air Resources Board (CARB) in California and states that have adopted California Zero-Emission Vehicle regulations.
[2]  Based on 2009 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
[3]  For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge. Do not rely solely on the monitor system. See your local Honda dealer for details.
[4]  Windows Media® is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.