2026 Dongfeng Honda Inspire Launches in China: Same Price, Refined 1.5T Powertrain
Dongfeng Honda officially launched the 2026 Inspire sedan in China on June 5, 2026, introducing three trim levels that maintain the same pricing as the outgoing 2025 model. The MSRP range sits at ¥182,800–¥213,800 (approximately $25,200–$29,500 USD), while June promotional pricing brings costs down significantly to ¥128,800–¥159,800 (approximately $17,750–$22,050 USD).
The entry-level 1.5T Elegance is listed at ¥182,800 (~$25,200), dropping to ¥128,800 (~$17,750) under the June promotion. The mid-range 1.5T Elite carries an MSRP of ¥192,800 (~$26,600), with a promo price of ¥138,800 (~$19,130). The top-spec 1.5T Premium is priced at ¥213,800 (~$29,500), reduced to ¥158,800 (~$21,900) during the promotional period.
Exchange rate: 1 CNY ≈ 0.138 USD (June 2026)
What’s New for 2026?
The most notable change is a rebrand of the trim nomenclature. Dongfeng Honda has dropped the “260TURBO” badge used on 2025 models in favor of a straightforward displacement label — 1.5T. For example, the former “2025 260TURBO Elegance” is now simply the “2026 1.5T Elegance.” This shift aligns the Inspire’s naming with broader industry trends toward transparent, spec-forward badging. Beyond the naming update, the exterior design, interior layout, and feature configurations carry over unchanged from the 2025 generation.
Powertrain: Proven 1.5T Turbocharged Engine
Under the hood, the 2026 Inspire retains the same 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 192 hp and 260 Nm of torque, paired with a CVT continuously variable transmission. This combination delivers a balance of responsive urban performance and highway efficiency that Honda has refined over multiple model years.
