New Honda Accord

Honda Accord Saloon and Tourer: Advanced in every way. How advanced something is depends on how you view it; a key principle Honda's engineers considered when designing the Accord. At first glance, many will see a wider, lower car,while our engineers see improved aerodynamics and stability. This is because every aesthetic advance has a fundamental engineering objective. Take the sleek lines flowing from the headlights to the wheel arches; all part of an aerodynamic design that significantly reduces nose and tail lift to improve the Accord's overall balance. And we didn't stop at the exterior. Once behind the wheel you'll notice how quiet the cabin is, through a combination of improved aerodynamics working in tandem with high quality sound deadening materials throughout the body structure. it's exactly this balance between looks, performance and technology that makes the Accord a truly advanced driving experience.

The Value of Experience
Experience is a quality Honda engineers and designers bring to every project. We believe that our experience means we have the knowledge of what is needed rather than what is merely desired. This vision has resulted in Honda's philosophy for manufacturing cars that are always more than the sum of their parts. The Accord incorporates some of our latest engineering developments, from an improved chassis to the powerful engines and the automated safety features. But at Honda we have always believed that things work best in unison. individually these technologies are state-of-the-art, but the way they have been put together lets you feel what advanced driving really is.

Smooth? Sporty? How about both?
Combining a sporty performance with a smooth drive was a challenge to our engineers. The innovative solution was to move the fuel tank and engine closer to the car's centre of gravity to minimise body roll when cornering. The front double wishbone, multi-link suspension and greater body rigidity means it responds sharper and more accurately to the driver's demands. A damper system helps regulate the type of performance required, from dynamic and sporty to smooth and luxurious.
Vehicle Stability Assist (vSA) is a traction control system that calculates the exact amount of power, brake-force and tyre grip needed to prevent skidding and give you maximum control at all times. it works together with electronic Brake-force distribution (eBd) to ensure that your car always stays exactly where it should be. So no matter how the roads or braking conditions vary, it can compensate for weight transfer without you even lifting a finger. even when you're towing, you can rely on Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) to sense and reduce vehicle and trailer roll. All in all, the Accord's smooth and responsive drive provides you with a confidence to enjoy your journey.

An engine or a peice of technology?
Our latest generation of i-vTec engines are designed to deliver pure driving pleasure – from sheer exhilaration and performance to lower emissions and improved fuel economy. There are two i-vTec petrol engines to choose from. The 2.4 litre i-vTec engine delivers an advanced driving experience with effortless power delivery of 201PS and impressive fuel economy. you can also choose a 2.0 litre i-vTec engine that delivers an excellent balance between 156PS of power and exceptional fuel efficiency. Both are available with a 6 speed manual transmission which includes a shift indicator that informs you of the best moment to change gear in order to maximise fuel economy. The 5 speed automatic transmission provides stress-free motoring, with the option of a steering wheel mounted paddle shift function. By selecting the 'S' mode, a sportier drive is engaged and the paddle shift takes over to give you control of changing gear. The introduction of a kick-down feature on the 5 speed automatic transmission also offers the driver an additional burst of speed when required.

Economy and power without compramise
The i-dTec is the latest iteration of our ground-breaking diesel engine technology. its design mirrors our commitment to finding cleaner, purer and more advanced ways of powering our cars. This 2.2 litre all aluminium engine is cleaner, more refined and quieter than before, yet it still delivers a performance of 150PS and increased torque of 350nm for a sportier driving experience. in addition to offering a manual gearbox, the i-dTec is our first diesel engine available with automatic transmission. This combines the ease and relaxation you expect from driving an automatic with the impressive economy delivered by this new diesel engine.