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Acura Legend KA3

1986 – 1990 — Japan

The Acura Legend, a mid-size luxury car produced by Honda from Japan, was marketed in the U.S. and Canada under the Acura division from 1985 to 1995. It served as Acura's first flagship sedan before being rebranded as the Acura 3.5RL in 1996, the North American counterpart to the KA9 series Honda Legend. During the 1980s, Japan faced restrictions on mainstream car sales due to voluntary export restraints imposed by the government in collaboration with U.S. trade representatives. However, this led to an opportunity for Japanese manufacturers to export higher-priced models, paving the way for luxury cars like the Legend to enter the market and compete with established European and American luxury brands. The success of the Legend and Honda's Acura division in challenging traditional luxury car manufacturers influenced Toyota and Nissan to introduce their luxury brands, Lexus and Infiniti, respectively, to also venture into the upscale car market. These developments marked a significant shift in the automotive industry, demonstrating the capabilities of Japanese automakers to compete at the high end of the market. Key Points: - The Acura Legend, produced by Honda, was sold in the U.S. and Canada between 1985 and 1995 as a mid-size luxury car. - It served as Acura's flagship sedan before being rebranded as the Acura 3.5RL in 1996. - The Legend was part of Honda's strategy to export higher