F-MX (1995)

The first generation Stepwgn originally appeared at the Tokyo Motor Show as the F-MX in 1995.

Initial release (1996)

Japanese sales began on 8 May 1996. At that time, most Japanese minivans usually had the engine mounted under the cabin. The Stepwgn used a more conventional two-box layout, and was based on the Civic to reduce costs (starting from ¥1,548,000 and going up to ¥2,368,000).^[1] The passenger side was fitted with a sliding door for easier access. To improve profitability, further cost reduction measures were used, such as there being only one engine and transmission option—a two-litre inline-four and a 4-speed automatic transmission^[2]—and the vehicle's design reduced the use of steel panels and parts.

1997 update

Changes for 1997 included standardizing ABS and dual SRS airbags throughout the range, as well as the addition of a number of convenience features. Japanese models went on sale in August 1997 at Honda's Primo, Verno and Clio networks.^[3]

1999 update

The Stepwgn received a facelift in May 1999. The appearance of the headlights was altered and the rear license plate was moved down.

• Honda Stepwgn (facelift)
• Honda Stepwgn (facelift)

Initial release

The second-generation Stepwgn debuted in April 2001, largely based on the first generation. It used a design geared towards families with children. The Stepwgn retained the sliding door located on one side, and its seating allowed for four different seating arrangements: "play mode" (sitting opposite each other), "food mode", "sleep mode", and "cargo mode" (wherein the second row of seats is folded flat). A 2.0L Honda K20A i-VTEC engine provided the second-generation Stepwgn with 160 PS (117.7 kW; 157.8 hp), improving both driving performance and fuel economy. Some parts were stiffened in order to further enhance driving performance.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 35th Tokyo Motor Show.^[7]

2003 update

In June 2003, Honda significantly modified the design: both the front and rear fascias were altered to fit the look of other Honda vehicles, and the "Spada" series was introduced, available with slightly modified fender styling and a 2.4L K24A i-VTEC engine producing 162 PS (119.2 kW; 159.8 hp).

The vehicle was unveiled at the 37th Tokyo Motor Show in 2003.^[9][10]

For the first 6 months of 2004, sales of the Stepwgn in Japan reached 24,389 units.^[11]

• Honda Stepwgn (facelift)
• Honda Stepwgn Spada (facelift)
• Honda Stepwgn Spada (facelift)

Tokyo Auto Salon concepts (2006)

The Modulo Stepwgn Concept and Stepwgn Modulo Concept X Final Room are concept cars based on the Stepwgn, with around-vehicle sensors. These vehicles were unveiled at the 2006 Tokyo Auto Salon.^[16][17][18]

2006 update

For 2006, changes to the Stepwgn included:

• the addition of first- and second-row seat lift options to the G trim
• the inclusion of a power rear left sliding door as standard for the G, G S Package, and 24Z
• the inclusion of both power rear sliding doors as standard for the G L Package and G LS Package
• a new setting for the smart key system (with 2 keys)
• hydrophilic/heated side-view mirrors and hydrophobic front door glass

Japanese models went on sale in May 2006.^[19]

Modulo Stepwgn (2010)

The Modulo Stepwgn is a production vehicle based on the standard Stepwgn. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon.^[24]

2012 facelift

In 2012, there were minor changes to the Stepwgn, including a new front grille, front bumper, rear lights, and wheels. A parking camera was also included on all models.

• Honda Stepwgn Spada (facelift)
• Honda Stepwgn Spada (facelift)

2017 facelift

The Stepwgn was refreshed^[27] in September 2017. The Stepwgn Spada Hybrid has a 3-mode powertrain which can switch between EV, hybrid, or engine drive modes. It also has a Sport drive mode.^[28]

It is equipped with a Honda Sensing system, which assists the driver with parking by controlling steering.^[29]

• Honda Stepwgn e:HEV Spada G EX Honda Sensing (RP5; facelift)
• Honda Stepwgn e:HEV Spada G EX Honda Sensing (RP5; facelift)
• Honda Stepwgn Modulo X Honda Sensing (RP3; facelift)
• Honda Stepwgn Modulo X Honda Sensing (RP3; facelift)
• Interior