Other main changes included mildly altered exterior styling, and availability of new specification models.

This can be done to complement the smoothed out bodywork of a modified car, or to disguise a lower specification model.

Japanese specification models are fitted with an engine start button.

Unlike the Australian models the sedans used the independent rear suspension system of the Japanese specification models.

An adjustable self-levelling rear suspension is included on higher specification models.

Lower specification models with fully folding and removable seats had more ultimate capacity.

Higher specification models used the 2.0-liter M engine or the 2.3-liter 2M engine.

Abuse case is a specification model for security requirements used in the software development industry.

Other additions included a sliding rear seat and the option of keyless ignition on higher specification models.

A higher specification model marketed towards a younger crowd is called the Honda Zest, sharing all mechanicals with the Life.