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Monday, October 25, 2010Honda has given mid-life facelift to the Accord Sedan and the all New Honda Accord is going to be a legend in its class. It is destined to make a difference in the sedan class.
Whats New in 2011 Honda Accord
- New front and rear bumpers
- New front grille in chrome finish
- New interiors, all new dashboard and centre console with wooden finish
- Steering mounted cruise control system
- Outside rear view mirrors with turn indicators
- Improved dash integrated music system
- Jackknife key and sunroof (in all models)
- Equipped with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
Design and Interiors of 2011 New Honda Accord
The 2011 model of Honda Accord features all new front grille, all new interiors, new front and rear bumpers. The interiors of Honda Accord are all new with wooden finish centre console having dash integrated music system and automatic climate control system. The 2011 Accord is more spacious than the 2008 model and the length and width of the car has seen an increase of 80mm and 25mm respectively. Eight generations later, the 2008 Accord continues that upward path, but now it is a spacious four-door sedan whose size makes it technically a 'large car' according to the Environmental Protection Agency’s measurements.
Engine of 2011 New Honda Accord
New Honda Accord is powered by the same petrol engine which did duty under the hood of 2010 model of Honda Accord. The 2354cc i-VTEC engine generates maximum power of 180 bhp at 6500 rpm and maximum torque of 222 nm at 6500 rpm. The 2011 Accord V6 is powered by 6 cylinder 3471cc petrol engine which generates maximum power of 275 PS at 6200 rpm with maximum torque of 339 Nm at 5000 rpm. New 2011 Honda Accord is available in both manual and automatic transmission.
Interiors & Comfort Features of 2011 New Honda Accord
Though redesigned, Accord's interior will feel familiar to repeat buyers, and that's a good thing. Big dials and gauges are easy to read. Most major controls are logically placed and have a substantial, quality feel, though a few climate functions are just out of easy reach for the driver. The navigation screen is large, and generally easy to read. The seats are deeper and wider, and provide excellent support. The base model has no adjustable lumbar support. Honda improved rear-seat legroom by expanding the wheelbase to 110 inches. The trunk is big, but the rear-seat pass-through is fairly narrow. The rear seat can be folded by using release levers in the trunk. The new Accord's cabin treads ever-closer to the domain of Honda's luxury brand, Acura, with its use of high-quality materials, good fit and finish. Backseat passengers enjoy roomy accommodations with good legroom. Like the front ones, the leather rear seats have soft cushioning, and the backrest offers a generous amount of recline.
Ride & Handling of 2011 New Honda Accord
The new Accord's ride quality is an improvement over the outgoing model because it offers softer tuning that should appeal to more family-sedan buyers while still delivering the sporty driving feel the car is known for. The Accord's four-wheel independent suspension features a double-wishbone design in front and a new multilink setup in back. On the road, the Accord is taut without being punishing, and the sedan recovers quickly without any extra bobbing after hitting a bump or dip in the road.
Even though there's noticeable body roll on twisty roads, it's by no means excessive and is counteracted by a sense of stability when driving the car aggressively. All Accords feel refined and solid. Large bumps bring out some unexpected harshness in most models, but it's never bothersome. V6 coupes have larger wheels and tires. The result for coupes is a firmer ride and notably more impact feel. Accords remain on the sporty side of the midsize class, with light but direct steering and well-controlled lean in corners.
Safety Features & Entertainment Features of 2011 New Honda Accord
Safety levels too have been improved, says Honda. The Accord has six airbags, including side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags. Honda's Vehicle Stability Assist electronic stability system and active front head restraints are standard. The Accord also features Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering body technology that's designed to maximize crash-energy dissipation in a front collision with either taller or shorter vehicles. Additional standard features include air conditioning, cruise control, a CD stereo with an auxiliary input jack for connecting portable music players, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio buttons, and lighted vanity mirrors. Optional electronics include Bluetooth-based cell phone connectivity, XM Satellite Radio and a premium audio system that includes a subwoofer.
What to expect from 2011 New Honda Accord?
Honda Accord has waged an American revolution of its own since its inception in 1976. As the second-best-selling car in the U.S., Honda's Accord promises to be one of the most significant introductions of the 2008 model year. Honda's best-selling model gets an extensive redesign that includes all-new styling inside and out, a spacious rear seat for the sedan, more standard safety features and more-powerful engines, including an optional V6 with advanced fuel-saving technology.
Shades Available in 2011 New Honda Accord
New Honda Accord is available in four shades:
- Tafeta White
- Alabaster Silver
- Pearl Black
- Urban Titanium Metallic