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Forward 2011 Accord Sedan Value Honda dependability is one of the many reasons why the 2011 Accord is an exceptional value. Learn more. Fuel Efficient Since 1976, the Accord has been known for its remarkable fuel efficiency. Learn more. Awards, Accolades & Ratings The 2011 Accord was named Best Resale Value in its class by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com[3]. New & Notable Happy Honda Days Get a great deal on your favorite Honda during Happy Honda Days. ALG honors Accord with the "2010 Best Residual Value Award for the Midsize Segment. $21,180[1] Suggested Starting Price MPG[2]: 23 CITY 34 HWY Current Offers Which Accord Sedan Fits? Pricing options by starting MSRP[1] $21,180 LX $22,980 LX Premium $23,730 SE $24,105 EX $27,080 EX V-6 $27,355 EX-L $29,430 EX-L V-6 En Español Customer Service/FAQs Owner Resources Mobile Site All Honda Sites Privacy Policy Terms of Use Site Map ©2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. All information contained herein applies to U.S. vehicles only. Honda Worldwide [1] MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $750.00 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary. [2] 23 mpg city/33 hwy/27 combined for 4-cylinder models with manual transmission. 23 mpg city/34 hwy/27 combined for 4-cylinder models with automatic transmission. 20 mpg city/30 hwy/24 combined for V-6 models. Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. [3] Vehicle's projected resale value is specific to the 2011 model year. For more information, visit Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. || Honda Accord From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search Honda Accord Manufacturer Honda Production 1976–present Predecessor Honda 1300 Class Japan and Europe: Compact car: (1975–1993) Mid-size car: (1993–present) North America: Compact car: (1976–1993) Mid-size car: (1994–2007) (sedan) (1994–present) (coupe) (2010–present) (Crosstour) Full-size car: (2008–present) (sedan) The Honda Accord (pronounced /əˈkɔrd/; Japanese: ホンダ・アコード) is a series of mid-size automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1976, and sold in a majority of automotive markets throughout the world. In 1982, the Accord — which had always been manufactured[1] in Sayama, Japan — became the first Japanese car to be produced in the United States when production commenced in Marysville, Ohio at Honda's Marysville Auto Plant. In addition, the Accord is, or has been, produced in Nelson in New Zealand, Swindon in England, Guangzhou in China and Ayutthaya in Thailand. The Accord has achieved considerable success, especially in the United States, where it was the best-selling Japanese car for fifteen years (1982–97), topping its class in sales in 1991 and 2001, with around ten million vehicles sold.[2] Numerous road tests, past and present, rate the Accord as one of the world's most reliable vehicles.[3] Since initiation, Honda has offered several different car body styles and versions of the Accord, and often vehicles marketed under the Accord nameplate concurrently in different regions differ quite substantially. It debuted in 1976 as a compact hatchback, though this style only lasted through 1981, as the line-up was expanded to include a sedan, coupé, and wagon. By the Accord's sixth generation in the 1990s, it evolved into an intermediate vehicle, with one basic platform but with different bodies and proportions to increase its competitiveness against its rivals in different international markets. For the current generation of the Accord released for the North American market in 2008, Honda has again chosen to move the model further up-scale and increase its size. This pushed the Accord sedan from the upper limit of what the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines as a mid-size car to just above the lower limit of a full-size car,[4] with the coupe still rated as a mid-size car. Contents 1 Concept 2 First generation (1976–1981) 3 Second generation (1982–1985) 3.1 Refresh (1984-1985) 4 Third generation (1986–1989) 4.1 Chassis code configurations 5 Fourth generation (1990–1993) 5.1 Return of the SE (1991) 5.2 Update (1992–1993) 5.3 10th Anniversary Edition and return of the SE (1993) 6 Fifth generation (1994–1997) 6.1 Japan, North America and Australasia (wagon and coupe only for Europe) 6.2 Europe 7 Sixth generation (1998–2002) 7.1 Japan 7.1.1 Performance Models 7.1.1.1 Accord Euro R (CL7, 2002-2007) 7.1.1.2 Accord/Torneo Euro R (CL1, 2000-2002) 7.1.1.3 Accord SiR-T (CF4, 1998-2001) 7.1.1.4 Accord SiR (CF4, 1998-2001) 7.1.1.5 Accord Wagon SiR (CH9 FWD 1999-2001, CL2 AWD 2000-2001) 7.2 North America and Australasia 7.3 Europe 7.3.1 Performance models 8 Seventh generation (2003–2007) 8.1 Japan and Europe 8.2 North America 9 Eighth generation (2008–present) 9.1 Japan, China and Europe 9.2 North America 10 Awards 11 See also 12 References 13 External links [edit] Concept Honda chose the name Accord, reflecting "Honda's desire for accord and harmony between people, society and the automobile."[5]  The initial design was changed to a fuel efficient, low emission vehicle since it was introduced during the fuel crises of the 1970s. In the United States and Japan, a version was produced using Honda's CVCC technology, meeting emission standards of the 1970s and early 1980s without a catalytic converter. [edit] First generation (1976–1981) First generation (SJ/SM) Production 1976–1981 Assembly Sayama, Japan Class Compact Body style(s) 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan Layout FF layout Engine(s) 1.6 L EL1 I4 1.8 L EK1 I4 Transmission(s) 2-speed automatic 3-speed automatic 5-speed manual Wheelbase 93.7 in (2380 mm) Length 162.0 in (4115 mm) Curb weight 2,000 lb (907 kg) 1979-1981 Honda Accord hatchback (North America) The first generation Honda Accord was launched on May 7, 1976 as a three-door hatchback with 68 hp (51 kW), a 93.7-inch (2,380.0 mm) wheelbase, and a weight of about 2,000 pounds. It was larger than the tiny Honda Civic at 162 inches (4,115 mm) long. The Accord sold well due to its moderate size and great fuel economy. It was the first Japanese small car with features like cloth seats, a tachometer, intermittent wipers, and an AM/FM radio as standard equipment. In 1978 an LX version of the coupe was added which came with air conditioning, a digital clock, and power steering. In 1979 a four-door sedan was added to the lineup, and power went to 72 hp (54 kW) when the 1,599 cc (97.6 cu in)[6] An EL1 engine was supplemented and in certain markets replaced by the 1,751 cc (106.9 cu in) an EK-1 unit. In 1980 the optional two-speed semi-automatic transmission of previous years became a three-speed gearbox (a 'proper' self-shifting four-speed automatic transmission was not used in the Accord until the 1984 model year). Slightly redesigned bumper trim, new grilles and taillamps and remote mirrors were added on the 4-door (chrome) and the LX (black plastic) models. The CVCC badges were deleted. In 1981 an SE model was added for the first time, with novio-leather seats and power windows. Base model hatchbacks, along with the 4-door, LX, and SE 4-door, all received the same smaller black plastic remote mirror. The instrument cluster was revised with mostly pictograms which replaced worded warning lights and gauge markings. Nivorno Beige (code #Y-39) replaced Oslo Beige (#YR-43). Dark brown was discontinued, as was the bronze metallic. The shifter was redesigned to have a stronger spring to prevent unintentional engagement of reverse, replacing the spring-loaded shift knob of the 1976 through 1980 model cars. The Accord competed with Japanese competitors such as the Toyota Corona, Nissan Stanza, Mazda Capella, and the Mitsubishi Galant. [edit] Second generation (1982–1985) Second generation (SY/SZ/AC/AD) Also called Honda Vigor (Japan) Production 1982–1985 Assembly Sayama, Saitama, Japan Marysville, Ohio, USA Nelson, New Zealand Class Compact Body style(s) 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan Layout FF layout Engine(s) 1.6 L EL1 I4 (CAN, NZ) 1.6 L EZ I4('84,'85 EU) 1.8 L EK1 I4 ('82,'83 US) 1.8 L ES2 I4 ('84,'85 US) 1.8 L ES3 I4 ('85 US) Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual JDM Second Generation, Second Series Four door sedan.  Second generation Japanese and European Accords had molded headlights instead of the glass headlights used in the U.S; the United States Department of Transportation required glass units. Second Generation, Second Series European 'Three door' Honda Accord coupé. Debuting on September 22, 1981 in Japan and Europe, and as a 1982 model in North America, this generation of the Accord being produced in Japan, became the first to also be built in the U.S., at Honda's plant in Marysville, Ohio. Since its first year in the American market, it also became the best-selling Japanese nameplate in the U.S., holding that position for about 15 years. In Japan, a sister model called the Honda Vigor was launched simultaneously with the new Accord. Modernizing both the interior and exterior, the second generation Accord was mechanically very similar to the original, using the same 75 hp (56 kW), 1,751 cc (1.751 L; 106.9 cu in) EK1 CVCC engine. Fuel economy increased by nearly 15%. Vastly improved quality control however, made this one of the most reliable cars on the U.S. market, a position it still holds today. This automobile included popular features of the time such as shag carpet, velour cabin trim and chrome accents. An optional extra on the 1981 Accord was an Electro Gyrocator, the world's first automatic in-car navigation system.[7] Models were available in Silver, Sky Blue, and Beige. The LX hatchback offered a digital clock and slightly higher fuel economy (due to its lighter weight). The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration imposed stringent lighting requirements on U.S. models which prevented Honda from including the aerodynamic molded headlight units which were used on Accords sold outside North America. The U.S. NHTSA required the use of sealed beam glass units to prevent fogging and allow for easy and readily available replacement of units damaged by rocks or other road hazards. U.S. Accords were also required to have a side marker light installed on the side of the rear fenders. European Accords included additional rear fog lights embedded into the rear bumper (mandatory there since 1980), as well as headlamp spray washers.[citation needed] When Honda New Zealand won a government order for black-and-white traffic patrol cars, it included the European rear bumpers in the assembly kits and rewired fog lamps for additional rear red flashing warning lamps as part of the special police-pack equipment. Japanese Accords were unique from all other markets in that they included adjustable ride height control and side view mirrors installed on the mid-forward fenders. In 1983, Honda upgraded the automatic transmission to a four speed, a major improvement over the earlier, three speed 'Hondamatic' transmission. The manual five speed transmission remained unchanged. A new 120 mph (190 km/h) speedometer replaced the earlier 85 mph (137 km/h) unit. The Special Edition (SE) featured novio-leather seating, power windows, power sunroof and door locks. Gray was added as a color option. [edit] Refresh (1984-1985) By 1984, Accords sold in the eastern U.S. were produced at the new Marysville plant, with quality considered equal to those produced in Japan. In late 1983, for the 1984 model year, the Accord body was restyled with a slightly downward beveled nose; and, the slightly more powerful ES2 1,829 cc (1.829 L; 111.6 cu in) CVCC powerplant was used, yielding 86 bhp (64 kW). The redesign in late 1983 is often called the second series of the second generation. Honda integrated side marker lights into the side of the tail light units which satisfied the D.O.T.'s side marker requirements and ended the difference between cross market tail light configurations. European Accords however, now included signal lights on the forward fenders, just behind the wheel well. The U.S. Accord still lacked the molded head light units. The LX offered velour upholstery, auto-reverse cassette stereo, air conditioning, cruise control, power brakes, power steering, power windows & power door locks (sedan only), a digital clock, roof pillar antenna, along with thick black belt moldings, integrated bumpers and flush plastic mock-alloy style wheels covers that resembled the trend-setting Audi 5000. Supplies were tight, as in the Eastern states, the wait was months for a Graphite Gray sedan, a then-popular color. The LX hatchback was the only 1984 version of the Accord to include dual side view mirrors. The 1984 sedan was available in four exterior colors, Greek White and three metallic options: Columbus Gray, Regency Red (burgundy), and Stratos Blue (steel). The regular hatchback was available in Greek White, Dominican Red, and the metallic Stratos Blue. The '84 LX hatchback came in three metallic colors only: Graphite Gray, Regency Red, and Copper Brown. In 1985, the Special Edition returned as the SE-i, capitalizing on the final year of the second generation's production. A fuel-injected, 110 bhp (82 kW) non-CVCC ES3 engine was exclusive to this model. The moniker, SE-i, was adapted from the SE trim, but included the "-i" to signify the higher trim level's fuel-injected engine. This 12-valve, 1,829 cc (1.829 L; 111.6 cu in) engine was the first non-CVCC engine used in an Accord, and was the same basic engine design used by Honda until 1989. Like the previous SE trim in 1983, the SE-i featured novio-leather seating, power moonroof, bronze tinted glass, a premium sound system with cassette, and 13" alloy wheels. Available options differed from market to market. The 1.8 liter engine, updated four-speed automatic transmission, and 'EX' trim level options were first made available in New Zealand during the 1984 refresh alongside the 1.6 liter 'LX' model. Japan generally received more options earlier than the rest of the world. In 1981, the Accord offered an adjustable ride height air suspension in the Japanese market. From 1983 in Japan and 1984 in Europe, the second generation Accord was available with anti-lock brakes (called ALB) as an option. This braking system was the first time that an Accord used four wheel disc brakes. Fuel injection became available in 1984 in the Japan market with the earlier introduction of the ES3 engine in the SE-i. Models took a year to arrive in North American and European markets with less stringent emissions laws continuing, using carburetors throughout second generation production. The Restyled, Second Series (U.S. 84-85) Honda Accord LX sedan 1982-83 Honda Accord interior (US) 1982-83 Honda Accord Hatchback (US) 1984-85 Honda Accord hatchback (Australia) 1984-85 Honda Accord hatchback (Australia) [edit] Third generation (1986–1989) Third generation Also called Honda Vigor (Japan) Production 1986–1989 Assembly Marysville, Ohio, USA Sayama, Japan Nelson, New Zealand Class Compact Body style(s) 2-door coupe 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan 3-door station wagon (Aerodeck) Layout FF layout Engine(s) 1.6L A16A1 I4, 88 hp (66 kW) 1.8L A18A I4, 110 hp (82 kW) 1.8L B18A I4, 100 hp (75 kW) 2.0L A20A1/A20A2 I4, 98 hp (73 kW) 2.0L A20A3/A20A4 I4, 120 hp (89 kW) 2.0L B20A I4, 160 hp (119 kW) 2.0L B20A2 I4, 142 hp (106 kW) 2.0L B20A8 I4, 133 hp (99 kW) Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual Wheelbase 102.4 in (2601 mm) Length Hatchback: 174.8 in (4440 mm) Sedan & Coupe: 179.7 in (4564 mm) 1988 Coupe: 179.1 in (4549 mm) Width Hatchback & 1988 Coupe: 66.7 in (1694 mm) Sedan & 1989 Coupe: 67.4 in (1712 mm) Height Hatchback & 1986-88 Coupe: 52.6 in (1336 mm) Sedan: 53.4 in (1356 mm) 1989 Coupe: 52.7 in (1339 mm) The third generation Accord was introduced in Japan on June 4, 1985 and in Europe and North America in 1986. It had a very striking exterior design, bearing a resemblance to the second and third generation Honda Prelude. One notable feature was the flip-up headlights, due to the new premium level Honda Legend having a more conservative appearing fixed, aerodynamic flush halogen headlights. Sedan models sold on the European market featured fixed headlights and a different taillight cluster design. The third generation Accord became the first Honda to employ double-wishbones at both the front and rear ends—a layout that spread to the Legend, Civic and Prelude in 1988 and the Integra in 1990. While more expensive than competitors' MacPherson strut systems, this setup provided better stability and sharper handling for the vehicle. All had front sway bars and upper models had rear sway bars as well. Brakes were either small 4-wheel discs with twin-piston calipers (only available on the JDM Si model only), larger 4-wheel discs with single piston calipers, or a front disc/rear drum system. ABS was not available as an option on the 4-wheel disc brake models, though not in North America. Base model Accords rode on 13-inch steel wheels with hubcaps with more expensive models having the option of 14-inch alloy wheels. The Accord's available engines included the following: in Japan, the A18A, B18A, and B20A. For Europe, the A16A1, A20A2, A20A4, B20A2 and B20A8 were available; while in North America, there were two engines: the A20A1 and A20A3. The Accord's trim levels ranged from spartan to luxurious. In the Japanese home market, the Accord was available with a full power package, heated mirrors (optional), a digital instrument cluster (optional), sun roof (optional), cruise control, and climate control (which was also optional). Some North European export models also had heated front seats and head light washers. North American and Australian Accords were not available with most of these options, presumably (and in the U.S. in particular) because Honda was seen as a builder of economy cars, and not to cannibalize sales from the recently introduced Acura line. Throughout the different markets, the Accord was available in a range of different body styles, including a 4-door sedan, 4-door sedan with fixed head lights for the European market, a 3-door hatchback, and a 3-door "Aerodeck" which resembled the third generation Civic hatchback subcompact; but was not sold in U.S. or Canada. A 2-door coupe was added for the 1988 model year, built exclusively in Honda's Marysville, Ohio factory. The vehicles were exported back to Japanese market, where it was known as the US-Coupe CA6. [edit] Chassis code configurations Code CA1 CA2 CA3 CA4 CA5 CA6 Engine type/code 1.7L SOHC I4 (A18A) 1.8L CV DOCK I4 (B18A) 2.0L PGM-FI I4 (B20A) 1.6L SOCK I4 (A16A) 2.0L SOCK/PGM-FI/Carburated I4 (A20A), 2.2L PGM-FI I4 (B20A) 2.0L PGM-FI I4 (A20A) Region(s) Japan Japan Japan Southern Europe North America (A20A), Europe (A20A/B20A), Australia (A20A), Japan(A20A) imported to Japan coupe Honda Accord hatchback (US) Euro-spec Accord "Aerodeck" 1987 Honda Accord EX sedan (Australia) [edit] Fourth generation (1990–1993) Fourth generation (CB7) Production 1990–1993 Assembly Marysville, Ohio, USA Sayama, Japan Nelson, New Zealand Class Compact Body style(s) 2-door coupe 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon Layout FF layout Engine(s) 2.2 L F22A I4 Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual Wheelbase 107.1 in (2720 mm) Length 1990-91 Coupe & Sedan: 184.8 in (4694 mm) 1990 Wagon: 186.0 in (4724 mm) 1992-93 Coupe & Sedan: 185.2 in (4704 mm) 1992-93 Wagon: 186.8 in (4745 mm) Width 1990-91: 67.9 in (1725 mm) 1992-93 Coupe & Sedan: 67.1 in (1704 mm) 1992-93 Wagon: 67.5 in (1715 mm) Height 1990-91 Coupe: 53.9 in (1369 mm) 1990-91 Sedan: 54.7 in (1389 mm) 1991 Wagon: 55.1 in (1400 mm) 1992-93 Coupe: 52.2 in (1326 mm) 1992-93 Wagon: 53.2 in (1351 mm) 1992-93 Sedan: 52.8 in (1341 mm) Curb weight 2,728 lb (1,237 kg) Related Honda Ascot Honda Ascot Innova Honda Inspire Acura Vigor Rover 600 A larger Honda Accord based on the "CB" chassis was launched in Japan. This generation was the first not to feature a three-door model, and the first one to be exclusively sold by the Honda Clio dealer network in Japan. A sister car, called the Honda Ascot, differing only slightly from the JDM Accord sedan, was launched for sale in Honda Primo stores that also carried previous-generation Accords. On the other hand, the Honda Vigor, previously closely related to the Accord, became a rather different model, fitted with a longitudinally-mounted inline five-cylinder engine. This more conservative Accord now bore a stronger resemblance to its upscale sibling the second-generation Acura Legend. The Accord had matured into a larger car, now approaching the likes of the midsize Ford Taurus, gaining midsize status. 1990-1991 Honda Accord sedan (North America) This was one of the first U.S. production cars to feature optic reflectors with completely clear lenses on the headlamps replacing the more conventional lens diffused lighting. Unlike most manufacturers moving away from traditional sealed beam lighting, Honda chose to transition to a multi-reflector headlight style while maintaining the use of a glass lens instead of plastic. For this fourth generation Accord, Honda made significant engineering design improvements. All Accords sold in North America came with a completely new all aluminium 2.2 liter 16-valve electronic fuel injected engine standard, replacing the previous 2.0 liter 12-valve model from the past generation. Also noteworthy, all Accords equipped with automatic transmissions used an electronically controlled rear engine mount to reduce low frequency noise and vibration. The mount contained 2 fluid filled chambers separated by a computer controlled valve. At low engine speeds, fluid is routed through the valve damping vibration. Above 850 rpm, fluid is routed around the valve making the engine mount stiffer. 1993 Honda Accord sedan dashboard (Europe) In the U.S., the LX-i and SE-i designations were dropped, being replaced with the DX, LX, and EX trim levels. The Canadian Accord trim levels varied slightly from the U.S. models with LX, EX and EX-R roughly corresponding to the American DX, LX, and EX, respectively. Fourth generation Japanese-assembled EXi Accords sold in Australia offered the same 4-wheel steering technology as was available optionally on the U.S. Honda Prelude, but was not included on the New Zealand-assembled versions. U.S. Accord Coupes were available in the same DX, LX and EX trims as the U.S. Accord Sedan (LX, EX and EX-R in Canada). A 125 horsepower (93 kW) 4-cylinder engine was offered in the DX and LX models (F22A1), while the 1990 and 1991 EX received a 130 hp (97 kW) version (F22A4). Cruise control was dropped from the DX sedan, with air conditioning remaining a dealer-installed option. The LX kept the same features as the previous generation including air conditioning, power windows, door locks, and mirrors. The 90-91 EX added 5 horsepower due to a different exhaust manifold design, slightly larger exhaust piping and a twin outlet muffler. 15 inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels, sunroof, upgraded upholstery, rear stabilizer bar and a high-power 4-speaker stereo cassette were standard on all EX models. Some models though rare were special ordered with an anti-lock braking system (at that time abbreviated as ALB, now all automakers refer to it as ABS). A redesigned manual transmission with a hydraulic clutch was standard equipment in all trims while an all-new electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission was optional for all models. Some new dealer-installed accessories were now offered including a single-disc in-dash CD player or trunk mounted 6-disc CD changer, stereo equalizer, fog lights, security system, rear wing spoiler, trunk lip spoiler, luggage rack, full and half nose mask, center armrest, window visors, sunroof visor, car cover, and a cockpit cover. Because of tightening auto safety regulations from the NHTSA, all 1990 and 1991 Accords sold in the United States came equipped with motorized shoulder belts for front passengers to comply with passive restraint mandates. These semi-automatic restraints were a two component system; a motorized shoulder belt along with a non-integrated and manually operated seatbelt. The shoulder belts automatically raced around each window frame encircling both the driver and front seat passenger whenever the front door closed. The process reversed to release them when opened. The lap belts however, still required manual fastening. The 1991 Accord became the second most frequently stolen early model car in the U.S., behind the 1995 Honda Civic.[8] Honda Accord wagon (US) In 1991 Honda unveiled the Accord Wagon, manufactured at the Marysville, Ohio plant. The Ohio plant exported right-hand drive wagons and coupes to Europe and Japan. European and Japanese vehicles had options not available within the U.S. including automatic climate control systems, power seats and several other minor features. The Accord Wagons were available only in LX and EX trim in North America or just 2.2i in Japan. They had larger front brakes to compensate for the added weight and unlike other U.S. Accords, included a driver's side airbag as standard equipment. Other than a retractable tonneau cover in the rear cargo area and keyless entry on EX models, the wagons were equipped the same as their coupe and sedan counterparts. [edit] Return of the SE (1991) Honda reintroduced the SE (previously SE-i) model for 1991. It returned to the lineup without the traditional Bose high powered audio system but with an AM/FM Stereo Cassette 4x20watt EX audio system; leather-trimmed steering wheel, leather seats and door panels, a fuel injected 140 hp (104 kW) engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, and ABS as standard equipment. For the first time, a manual transmission was not offered in the SE. Two colors were available: Solaris Silver Metallic with Graphite Black interior and Brittany Blue Metallic with Ivory interior. Unlike previous editions, the 1991 SE was not equipped with uniquely styled alloy wheels but instead carried the less distinctive EX model wheels. [edit] Update (1992–1993) 1992–1993 Honda Accord sedan (U.S.) 1991–1993 Honda Accord EXi sedan (Australia) Accords received a minor facelift for the 1992 model year. The SE trim was dropped again but left behind its 140 hp (104 kW) F22A6 engine for use in the EX model. This engine added 15 hp over the DX-LX trims and 10 hp over the 90-91 EX trim due to a further revised exhaust system. The system used the same EX-SE twin outlet muffler, a revised air intake tract, a revised camshaft and a revised intake manifold using IAB butterfly valves which open at 4600 rpm to increase air intake breathing at high rpm. It was similar in design to the 92-96 Prelude Si and VTEC models. For the 1992 and 1993 model years, the awkward motorized shoulder belt system were replaced with a standard driver-side airbag and conventional shoulder/seatbelt arrangement for all but the center rear passenger. Anti-Lock 4-wheel disc brakes became standard on the EX. The front and rear facias received a more rounded and updated look. Coupe and sedan models received a new grille, new headlights, clear parking lights, slightly thinner body side molding, updated wheel designs and for the first time, the EX coupe used wheels different from the EX sedan. The sedans received restyled shortened taillights with inverted amber turn signal and backup light positions. The coupe and wagon taillights though still resembled those from the 1990-1991 Accord. The coupe used the new revised inverted positioning of the signal and backup lights but the wagon taillights however remained the same as the 90-91 models. EX trim levels included a radio anti-theft function to deter stereo theft. A front driver's seat armrest was now standard on LX and EX models. Some dealer-installed accessories were dropped including the luggage rack, trunk-lip spoiler and cockpit cover. A gold finish kit was added. [edit] 10th Anniversary Edition and return of the SE (1993) In 1993, Honda introduced the 10th Anniversary Edition sedan to commemorate the 10th year of U.S. Accord production. The 10th Anniversary Edition was based on the Accord LX sedan but came equipped with several features not available in the LX trim. The upgrades included ABS, 4 wheel disc brakes, 15" EX coupe six spoke alloy wheels, body colored side moldings, chin spoiler, and standard automatic transmission. Three colors were offered for the 10th Anniversary Edition: Frost White, Granada Black Pearl, and Arcadia Green Pearl. The 10th Anniversary models also included the same premium seat fabric found in EX models. The Frost White and Arcadia Green cars were paired with the same interior color as their LX/EX counterparts, Blue and Ivory, respectively. The Granada Black cars were paired with Gray interior, while the Granada Black EX had Ivory interior. The SE returned for 1993 as both a sedan and for the first time since the 1989 SE-i, as a coupe. The SE sedan featured dual front airbags; the first Accord to do so. An 8-button, 4-speaker Honda-Bose audio system, automatic transmission, leather trim, body colored bumper and body side moldings were standard. The SE coupe included a factory rear wing spoiler which differed slightly in design from the already available dealer installed accessory rear wing spoiler. In Canada, the SE came with heated front seats and heated side view mirrors. Both the sedan and coupe received distinctive 15" alloy wheels as well. All SE sedans in 1991 and 1993 were manufactured in Japan, while all SE coupes were produced in the U.S.. The 1993 sedan was available in two colors: Cashmere Silver Metallic and Geneva Green Pearl, both with Ivory interior. The coupe was offered with two colors as well: Cashmere Silver Metallic and Atlantis Blue Pearl, both again with Ivory interior. Sadly, 1993 would be the swan song for the SE as an exclusive, high content, limited edition Accord model. Later generations would use a "Special Edition" designation rather than the previously used "SE" designation. These models were a combination of an Accord LX with several EX features similar to the 1993 10th Anniversary Edition LX. At the end of the model life of the CB Accord, a "pilarred hardtop" model called the Honda Ascot Innova was launched in Japan, based on the CB Accord chassis, but with a different, much more modern-styled body, taking cues from the 1992 Honda Prelude. [edit] Fifth generation (1994–1997) [edit] Japan, North America and Australasia (wagon and coupe only for Europe) Fifth generation Japan and North America (CD) Also called Isuzu Aska Production 1994–1997 Assembly Marysville, Ohio, USA Sayama, Japan Jalisco, Mexico Nelson, New Zealand Class Mid-size Body style(s) 2-door coupe 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon Layout FF layout Engine(s) 2.2 L F22B1 I4 145 hp (108 kW) 2.2 L F22B2 I4 130 hp (97 kW)   2.2 L F22Z2 I4 150 hp (112 kW)   2.7 L C27A V6 170 hp (127 kW) 2.2 L H22A I4 190 hp (CD6 SiR,CD8 SiR,&CF2 SiR) Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual Wheelbase 106.9 in (2715 mm) Length 1994–95 Wagon: 187.8 in (4770 mm) 1994–95 Sedan & Coupe: 184.0 in (4674 mm) 1996–97 Coupe & Sedan: 185.6 in (4714 mm) 1996–97 Wagon & V6 Sedan: 188.4 in (4785 mm) Width 70.1 in (1781 mm) Height 1994–95 Wagon: 55.9 in (1420 mm) Coupe: 54.7 in (1389 mm) Sedan: 55.1 in (1400 mm) 1996–97 V6 Sedan: 55.3 in (1405 mm) 1996–97 LX Wagon: 56.0 in (1422 mm) 1996–97 Wagon: 57.4 in (1458 mm) Curb weight 2,855 lb (1,295 kg) Related Acura CL Acura TL Acura Vigor Honda Inspire Honda Ascot In 1994, the Honda Accord was moved to yet a larger "CD" chassis, primarily to better suit the requirements of the North American market. It grew in width but oddly shrunk in length, leaving it classified as a mid-size car in North America. It thus became too wide to fit within the favorable tax bracket in Japan, where its role was to be partially taken over by the smaller second-generation Honda Ascot and Honda Rafaga. The engines offered also exceeded the maximum limit of 2000 cc to remain in the favorable tax bracket as well. 1993–1995 Accord VTi sedan (Australia) 1995–1997 Honda Accord VTi sedan (Australia) 1995–1997 Honda Accord EXi sedan (Australia) 1994 Honda Accord LX Interior (US)   DX, LX and EX remained the American trim lines while Canada retained the LX, EX and EX-R. The 5-speed manual transmission remained mostly unchanged, while the 4-speed automatic noted for its hard shifts, now included Honda's "Grade-Logic" shift program. All Accord models received a more ergonomic interior with standard safety features such as dual airbags and reinforced side-impact beams. Exclusive to the EX was the F22B1 Sohc VTEC version of previous generations 2.2-liter 4-cylinder (making 145 hp (108 kW) up from 140 hp (104 kW) the previous generation EX), antilock brakes (now an option for the LX), 4-wheel disc brakes, 15" alloy wheels, and a rear stabilizer bar. Leather was an option in the EX trim with leather equipped models now being referred to as EX-L. DX and LX models came equipped similarly to the previous generation and were fitted with a revised version of the previous generation's 2.2 liter non-VTEC 4-cylinder engine. This F22B2 engine was rated at130 hp (97 kW) up from 125 in (3,175 mm) the previous generation. The Accord was again named Motor Trend Import Car of the Year for 1994. The Accord coupe as in the previous generation looked almost exactly like the sedan, and was the last generation of the Accord to offer a wagon variant in North America until the introduction of the Accord Crosstour in 2009. Honda of Japan produced three high performance models of the Accord (sedans, coupes, and 96-97 wagons) for the Japanese market (JDM) referred to as the Si-R model. The Honda Accord SiR models were not hard to tell apart from the Accord EX model, coming equipped with the H22A Dohc Vtec Engine instead of F22B1 Sohc Vtec engine. H22A Dohc Vtec engine specs were 190 bhp (142 kW; 193 PS) at 6800 rpm; peak torque 152 lb·ft (206 N·m) at 5500 rpm with a Compression ratio of 10.6:1. 190 hp (142 kW) The H22A DOHC VTEC engine was similar to the H22A1 engine found in the North America market used in the Prelude DOHC VTEC of the same era. The Japan-built Accord SiR Sedans (94-97) came available with a 5-speed manual transmission as standard equipment or an optional four-speed automatic transmission. The Honda of America-built (HAM) Accord SiR Coupes and then the 96-97 Accord SiR Wagons had the four-speed automatic transmission as standard equipment (5-speed manual transmission were not available for these two models). It came with cloth sport seats styled similar to the Prelude and had some power options found on the Accord EX. The Accord SiR Coupes (94-97) and the Accord SiR Wagons (96-97) were exclusively available for the Japanese market (JDM). Honda Accord SiR chassis codes for the sedan were the CD6, the coupe-CD8 and the 96-97 wagon-CF2. The Accord SiR Coupes and the Accord SiR wagons (96-97) which were exclusively built in the U.S. at Honda's Marysville Ohio plant (HAM) but were marketed for export only for this particular model, was not offered in North America. The Accord SiR Coupes and then the Accord SiR Wagons were built with the Japan-spec H22A Dohc Vtec powertrains which were shipped from Japan and were installed into the HAM-built Accord SiR models. The 1994-1997 "CD" Accord chassis was designed for the H22A Dohc Vtec powertrain to be installed; because the firewall was curved at the top to allow more space for the tilting backwards of the H22A Dohc Vtec engine near the middle of the firewall. The H22A Dohc Vtec engine was the most powerful inline four cylinder engine Honda built for the Prelude and the Accord before the 1995 U.S.-spec V6 sedan. Features for the 94-95 Accord SiR models (sedans and coupes) included the following items: Cruise Control, Automatic Climate control (Similar to the 1st Generation Acura CL), Bose Stereo System, 7400 Redline Tachometer, Optional Electronic traction control and optional Limited Slip Differential for Automatic Transmission, Optional SRS and Airbags, Factory installed Driving lights, Sound Insulation liner under front hood, Black housing front headlights, no side molding was available on the Accord SiR sedan, optional sunroof and power retractable outside mirrors. Features for the 96-97 Accord SiR Models (sedans, coupes and wagons) included the same as above while adding; optional Cruise Control, Rear window wiper on the Sedan, and a Colored Side Molding for the sedan as well. In 1995, the Accord debuted a V6 engine, the 2.7L C27 borrowed from the first generation Acura Legend, in the U.S. market. The V6 was offered in both the LX and EX versions of the sedan, LX models being referred to as LX-V6 and EX models as EX-V6. EX-V6 models came equipped similarly to the EX-L with leather seats being the only option in the EX-V6. Addition of the taller C27 engine required substantial alterations to the CD platform, with V6 models sporting a redesigned engine layout, taller front fenders, and a different hood than I4 models; however, these differences are difficult to spot without both models parked side-by-side. Both versions of the V6 received a dual-outlet exhaust, a 4-speed automatic transmission, 15" machined aluminum alloy wheels on the EX-V6 and 15" steel wheels with full covers on the LX-V6, and a slightly updated front grille. The Accord saw very little other changes in 1995 with the exception of a few different exterior and interior color combinations. In 1996, the Accord underwent the usual mid-generation facelift. More rounded bumpers, a slightly modified front fascia with new signal lights and rear taillights gave the Accord a softer look. All Hondas now complied with the Federal Government's requirement of OBD II engine diagnostics though all three engine choices remained the same. In order to increase the Accord's competitiveness against its rivals in different international markets, Honda CEO Nobuhiko Kawamoto decided on one basic platform for the sixth-generation Accord, but with different bodies and proportions for local markets. In the U.S. the 1996 model lineup included the 25th Anniversary Edition, a model positioned between the DX and LX. In 1997, Honda released the "Special Edition" version of the Accord (not to be confused with the SE). It was offered in three colors: Heather Mist Metallic, San Marino Red and Dark Currant Pearl. The Special Edition received a factory installed security system with keyless entry, single-disc CD player, body colored side molding, distinctive alloy wheels and a sunroof. It was offered in an automatic transmission only and was fitted with the same engine as the LX. In New Zealand, the 5th generation Accord was assembled at Honda's manufacturing site in Nelson and was released in March, 1994. It was available in LXi, EXi and EXi-S trim levels. A facelift was released in December 1995, which coincided with the release of VTEC engines in the upper-spec models. Trim levels were LXi, VTi, and VTi-S. These were the first NZ-market Accords to have airbags – two in the VTi-S, one in the VTi. U.S. built coupe and wagon models of this generation were shipped to Europe with both left and right hand drive but there was no V6 option. 1994–1995 Accord wagon (US) 1994–1995 Honda Accord coupe (US) 1996–1997 Honda Accord coupe (US) [edit] Europe Fifth generation Europe (CE) Also called Honda Ascot Innova Production 1993–1998 Assembly Swindon, England Class Mid-size Body style(s) 4-door sedan Layout FF layout Related Rover 600 1995 European Accord Sedan The launch of the fifth generation also marked the first time Honda marketed a Europe-only Accord model, made in its Swindon factory in the United Kingdom. The European Accord sedan was not related directly to the CD Accords, but rather to the previous CB Accord, as it was a slightly reworked version of the above mentioned Honda Ascot Innova. The Swindon-built Accord sedan was accompanied in European markets by the coupe and Aerodeck estate models imported from the U.S.. Concurrently, the British Rover Group, Honda's partner at that time, launched a model called the Rover 600, which was developed together with the European Accord sedan and which under the skin, are closely resembled. This section requires expansion. [edit] Sixth generation (1998–2002) For the sixth generation, Honda split the Accord into three separate models, designed for the Japanese, North American, and European markets. However, the wagon was discontinued in North America while the coupe was discontinued in Japan. [edit] Japan Sixth generation Japan Production 1997–2002 Assembly Sayama, Japan Guangzhou, China Class Mid-size Body style(s) 4-door sedan 5-door wagon Layout FF layout Related Honda Torneo The Japanese models became narrower than the previous generation, returning to the favorable "size 5" tax bracket, except for Euro R and wagon, which were classified as size 3. A nearly identical sister car, the Honda Torneo, superseded the Honda Ascot and the Honda Rafaga in Japan. While the wagon was discontinued in North America, Honda developed an Aerodeck version of the JDM model for sale mainly in Japan. This section requires expansion. [edit] Performance Models [edit] Accord Euro R (CL7, 2002-2007) The Honda Accord Euro R (CL7) was launched in October 2002. The Accord Euro-R was powered by the K20A 2.0L DOHC i-VTEC engine with 220 horsepower and 21.0 kg-m of torque through a lightweight 6-speed manual transmission. [edit] Accord/Torneo Euro R (CL1, 2000-2002) Honda Accord Euro R (CL1) The Euro R included an H22A engine rated at 220 bhp (160 kW), 5-speed manual transmission, Recaro seats, leather wrapped MOMO steering wheel, helical-torsen LSD sports suspension, sports exhaust (including 4-2-1 stainless headers) and an aluminum-alloy gear shift knob. It was also fitted with a unique factory body kit that included flares and was available in some colors not available to other accords (such as Milano Red). The Accord and the Torneo are the same car, aside from minor cosmetic differences in the exterior. [edit] Accord SiR-T (CF4, 1998-2001) The SiR-T model included a 2.0L F20B engine rated 200 PS (150 kW; 200 hp) at 7200rpm (180 PS (130 kW; 180 hp) automatic) and 144.5 lb·ft (196 N·m) at 6600rpm, 11.0.1 compression, 85 mm X 88 mm (Bore and Stroke) 7800 rpm redline. The H-series DOHC VTEC engines were limited to 7800 RPMs. The F20B had a unique blue valve cover and like all the larger displacement Honda engines, the F20B was mounted with a tilt towards the driver. F20B engines could rev at higher rpms than H22As because it had a shorter stroke. The F20B had an 85mmX88mm (bore and stroke) when compared to an H22A which had a 87mmX90.7mm (bore and stroke). The F20B is also qualified as a low emissions engine. [edit] Accord SiR (CF4, 1998-2001) The Accord SiR was based on the SiR-T, but used the S-Matic automatic transmission. The engine was rated at 180 PS (130 kW; 180 hp) but with better midrange characteristics. Moving the gear-stick over to the right allows manual selection of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th gear using up and down shift actions just like the sequential gearboxes used on the JGTC NSX. When a particular gear is selected, the gear stays in position at all rpm. When pushed against the rev-limiter, the engine would bounce against it just like a manual. However, the gear ratios for each gear were the same as the normal mode. The transmission still worked like a normal automatic transmission in all other operating modes. [edit] Accord Wagon SiR (CH9 FWD 1999-2001, CL2 AWD 2000-2001) The SiR wagon model included the only 2.3 LITER H23A DOHC VTEC H-series engine in the Honda line-up. The H23A engine was rated at 200 hp / 190 hp (AWD) at 6,800 rpm and torque of 162.8 lb·ft (220.7 N·m) at 5300 rpm, 10.6:1 compression, 87 mm (3.4 in) X 95 mm (3.7 in) (Bore and Stroke), and a 7300 rpm redline like other H-series VTEC engines from factory. The H23A also came with a blue valve cover and was the largest displacement for the H-series Honda engines. The H23A was mounted with a tilt towards the driver. The H23A had a longer stroke than the H22A. Specifications for the H23A were; 87 mm (3.4 in) X 95 mm (3.7 in) (Bore and Stroke)and H22A has 87 mm (3.4 in) X 90.7 mm (3.6 in) (Bore and Stroke). The H23A had better acceleration because the peak torque occured sooner at lower rpms when compared to the H22A. [edit] North America and Australasia Sixth generation North America (CG) Also called Guangzhou-Honda HG 7230 Isuzu Aska Production 1998–2002 Class Mid-size Body style(s) 4-door sedan (US body, chassis no. CG1/CG5/CG6) 2-door coupe (US body, chassis no. CG2/CG3/CG4) Layout FF layout Engine(s) 2.0L F20B5 I4  147 hp (110 kW) 2.3L F23A1 I4  150 hp (112 kW) 2.3L F23A4 I4  148 hp (110 kW) 2.3L F23A5 I4  135 hp (101 kW)   3.0L J30A1 V6 200 hp (150 kW) Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual Wheelbase Sedan: 106.9 in (2715 mm) Coupe: 105.1 in (2670 mm) Length 1998-2000 Sedan: 188.8 in (4796 mm) 2001-02 Sedan: 189.4 in (4811 mm) 1998-2002 Coupe: 186.8 in (4745 mm) Width 70.3 in (1786 mm) Curb weight 2,990 lb (1,356 kg) Related Acura CL Acura MDX Acura TL Honda Inspire Honda Odyssey The American Accord was only available in sedan and coupe form, becoming the largest Accord to date, sharing a platform with the JDM Honda Inspire/Acura TL. While previous generations of the Coupe were considered two-door versions of the sedan, the 1998 Coupe was the first to be given an exclusive front fascia, rear tail lights, wheels, and many other body panels, and was now marketed as a somewhat separate model, the "Accord Coupe", to set it away from the more family-oriented sedan version. It also allowed the Coupe, which was exported to other markets, to fit in more easily with the local Accord versions.[9] 1998-2000 Accord sedan (US) 1997–2001 Honda Accord V6 sedan (Australia) For the 1998 model year, the sedan was offered in DX, LX, EX, and EX-V6 trims while the Accord Coupe was offered only in LX, EX, and EX-V6 trims. The DX model was fitted with a 2.3L I4 engine rated at 135 bhp (101 kW) (from the past generation Accord), while the LX and EX included a 2.3L I4 VTEC engine rated at 150 bhp (110 kW). All 4-cylinder models came with a 5-speed manual transmission standard, and with a 4-speed automatic as optional equipment. The DX remained the value-oriented trim with no audio system, manual windows, manual locks, no cruise control, rear drum brakes, and 14" steel wheels. The DX Value-Package added a radio-cassette player, air conditioning, and cruise control; this was known as the Accord DX in Canada where it was the base model of the lineup. The LX trim added power windows, power locks, door courtesy lights and 15" steel wheels; an SE (special edition) package available since 2000 added ABS and 15 inch alloy wheels. The EX trim added a power sunroof, a single-disc radio/CD player, alloy wheels, keyless entry, rear disc brakes, ABS and upgraded cloth. Leather seating was a factory installed option for the EX. All V6 sedan and coupe models received a new 3.0L V6 SOHC VTEC engine rated at 200 bhp (150 kW) and 195 lb·ft (264 N·m) (from the Acura 3.0 CL). The EX-V6 received standard leather trim, ABS, automatic transmission, and fully automatic climate control. Some dealer-installed options included: Gold finish kit, gold finish exhaust tip(s), gold finish wheel center caps, 6-disc in-dash CD changer, tape deck, fog lights, wing spoiler, alarm system, sunroof visor, car cover and accessory chrome wheels. 2001-2002 Accord EX coupe (US) In 2001, both the American-market Accord sedan and coupe underwent a minor facelift. A new front fascia, rear bumper, side skirt alteration, new taillights and wheel designs freshened the Accord's look. The interior saw few changes with the exception of some fabric and audio configuration changes. The LX and LX-V6 now included a standard CD player, and the EX 4-cylinder now included a 6-disc in-dash CD changer with cassette player while the EX-6 offered that stereo plus automatic climate control. All V6 models also included a traction control system that could be disabled by a switch, the first Accord to have such a system included. The Special Edition returned to the coupe and sedan models for its final model year, 2002. It included all the features of the LX, but added exclusive alloy wheels, ABS, keyless entry and a single CD/cassette radio. Honda made the decision to continue this generation of Accord an extra year. Previously, the Accord ran four years on a single body-style and facelift before being redesigned. The typical Accord generation cycle was a 2:4 trend, with a newly released model running for years 1 and 2 unaltered, then getting a facelift for years 3 and 4 before a major redesign. This generation would run a total of 5 years in a 3:5 trend, with the facelift occurring in year four. Accord sales remained steady despite the additional year. Despite the Accord's reputation for reliability, the V6 models were plagued by transmission failures and were even included class action lawsuits against the company (4 cylinder models were also affected, but not to the same extent). This caused the Honda to extend the warranties for the 2000 through 2001 models to 7 years or 109,000 miles (175,000 km). 1998, 1999 and 2002 cars were considered on a case-by-case basis. Yet no formal recall occurred. In Canada, recall letters were sent out to owners who fell within a certain VIN range; this warranty was later re-extended for some owners to 7 years in length. Beginning in 1998, Honda Accord keys were equipped with immobilizer microchips. In 1999, the Accord was given foldable mirrors. In 2002, the Special Edition was added and the DX Value-Package was re-introduced. The 1998 Accord was also assembled in New Zealand at the very end of overall CKD car production due to the abolotion of import tariffs on built cars which made local assembly uneconomic. 1,200 examples of the car (the mid-sized U.S. sedan version) were built before the Honda New Zealand factory was closed; the very first Honda owned factory operation to be closed down) and the equipment (which included a paint shop acquired from Nissan when that automaker closed its Australian manufacturing unit in 1994) was shipped to other Honda assembly units, mainly in Asia. Small numbers of Accords were imported (right hand drive) from the U.S. before sourcing switched to Thailand once Accord assembly began there. The Thai factory continues to supply New Zealand with the latest generation Accord and now also ships that line and other Honda models to Australia and elsewhere in South East Asia. [edit] Europe Sixth generation Europe Production 1998–2003 Assembly Swindon, England Class Mid-size Body style(s) 4-door sedan 5-door hatchback Layout FF layout 1998 European Accord Sedan The European Honda Accord, also made in Swindon, became very different from its cousins in terms of styling, and was also shorter than the JDM and American-market Accords. It was available as a sedan and a 5-door hatchback (liftback), with the U.S.-imported Coupe completing the range. The standard trim (and quality of interior) of the Honda Accord was above the standard of similar cars (Ford Mondeo, Peugeot 406, Vauxhall Vectra etc.) in its class. The basic S came with ABS, alarm, engine immobilizer, and air-conditioning as standard equipment, with the SE adding the options of metallic paint, cruise control, climate control and later, satellite navigation. The 1998-1999 ES came equipped with all those features (except satellite navigation still optional) and with a full walnut and leather trimmed interior with heated front seats. This was replaced by the SE Executive model in late 1999. The EU version had a minor facelift in 2001 including a revised grill, alloy wheels, bumpers and both rear and front lights. In 2001 the trim range was expanded with a Type-V; coming fully loaded with leather trim as standard equipment, satellite navigation and a tiptronic automatic transmission as optional. The Sport model which was as the SE, came with adjusted styling, spoiler, and a color coded side skirt (as opposed to black plastic). 2001 European Accord Sport Sedan [edit] Performance models The Accord Type-R (CH1) model was sold in European markets. The 2,156 cc (2.156 L; 131.6 cu in) I4 H22A7 VTEC engine was rated 220 PS (160 kW; 220 hp) at 7200rpm and 221 N·m (163 lb·ft) at 6700 rpm.[10] Recaro seats, LSD (Limited Slip Differential) and stiffer suspension came standard. Other engines in this model included a 1.8L F18B VTEC engine rated at 136 hp and a 2L F20B6 VTEC engine rated at 145 hp. The Type-V model (2001-) included the F23Z5 VTEC engine. The Type-R, Type-V, and Sport can be recognized by a badge on the front grill and boot lid. The top of the range SE Executive only became identified as such in 2000 with a badge 'SE EXECUTIVE' on the boot lid. Walnut trim interior was also dropped for the SE Executive during the facelift, and a more intuitive Climate Control system was added. [edit] Seventh generation (2003–2007) The seventh generation of the Accord was launched in 2002 (2003 model year in North America), and consists of two separate models; one for the Japanese and European markets, and the other for North America. However, both were in fact sold in many other markets, fueled by the popular [Cog (advertisement)] for the Accord. [edit] Japan and Europe Main article: Honda Accord (Japan and Europe seventh generation) Seventh generation Japan and Europe The European and Japanese Accords were integrated on the previous Japanese Accord's chassis, but with a new body.[citation needed] No longer made in Swindon, those Accords were made in Japan, and came in both saloon and estate form. This model was sold in certain markets such as the UK and Australia/New Zealand as the "Accord Euro" and in North America as the Acura TSX. [edit] North America Main article: Honda Accord (North America seventh generation) 2003-2004 Honda Accord (US) The North American Accord grew in size yet again, becoming a vastly different car than its Japanese and European counterpart. This generation was available in both coupe and sedan forms, while a hybrid model was introduced in 2005. In 2006, it was significantly updated. This generation Accord was the first to use wheels with five lug nuts instead of the traditional four on 4-cylinder models. In 2003, Honda began to offer a more aggressive Accord Coupe, equipped with the 240 HP J30A4 2997cc V6 mated to a 6-speed manual transmission borrowed from the Acura CL Type S. This coupe came with 17" wheels, strut tower bar, perforated leather seating, carbon fiber dash pieces, and an upgraded 180 watt stereo system. Because of the ability to maintain activation of the VTEC system all the way through hard acceleration, the Accord EX V6 6-speed ran from 0-60 MPH in just under 6 seconds, over a second faster than the automatic version. In 2006, Honda offered this engine and transmission combination in the sedan, which only lasted through 2007. This model was also sold in Japan as the Honda Inspire from 2005 to 2008. In China the model got the name Guangzhou-Honda Accord and was sold from 2003 up to December 2009. [edit] Eighth generation (2008–present) [edit] Japan, China and Europe Main article: Honda Accord (Japan and Europe eighth generation) 2008 Honda Accord (China, Japan and Europe) The updated Honda Accord for the Japanese and European markets went on sale in mid-2008. It is also sold as the Accord Euro in the Australia and New Zealand markets, and as the Acura TSX in North America. It is available as both a sedan and a station wagon. In the People's Republic of China, a version of the sedan is sold as the Spirior. Production started in August 2009 in Wuhan, China. [edit] North America Main article: Honda Accord (North America eighth generation) 2008-2010 Honda Accord (US) The North American version of the Accord remains a larger and different styled car than its Japanese, Chinese and European counterpart. This shape is sold as the Honda Inspire in Japan. Larger than the previous model, the sedan is now classified as a full-size car by EPA standards. A coupe version is available, as well as a Crosstour fastback model. In Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Taiwan, India, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia, this car, assembled in Thailand, is sold as the Honda Accord in left or right hand drive forms. In China, Guangqi Honda also makes this vehicle with 2.0L, 2.4L and 3.5L engines. Guangqi began making the Accord Crosstour in 2010. [edit] Awards The 2006 Honda Accord was ConsumerSearch's "Best Family Car" in Family Sedans in June 2006.[11] Motor Trend's "Import Car of the Year" for 1994.[12] Car and Driver's recipient of the 10 Best in recognition for 24 of the last 28 years.[13][14] Winner of Intellichoice's "Best Overall Value of the Year" in the midsize class (2003, 2006).[15][16] Voted "Car of the Year Japan" in 1985, 1993 and 2002.[17] Wheels Magazine's "Car of the Year" for 1977 and 2008.[18] 2008 Drive's "Car of the Year".[19] [edit] See also Honda Accord Hybrid [edit] References ^ "ODI - Office of Defects Investigation". 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(October 2009) Honda Element Manufacturer Honda Production 2003-2010 Chassis Y1, H1 Assembly East Liberty, Ohio, USA Class Compact crossover SUV, economy car Body style(s) 5-door SUV Layout Front engine, front-wheel drive / four-wheel drive Engine(s) 2.4 L I4: K24A4 2003-2006, K24A8 2007+ Transmission(s) 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic Wheelbase 101.4 in (2575 mm) Length 2003-08: 169.3 in (4,300 mm) 2003-08: 170.2 in (4,323 mm) (EX-P) 2003-08: 170.3 in (4,326 mm) (EX) 2003-08: 170.8 in (4,338 mm) (SC) 2009-: 169.9 in (4,315 mm) 2009- SC: 170.4 in (4,328 mm) Width 2003-08: 71.5 in (1,816 mm) 2009-: 170.2 in (4,323 mm) Height 70.4 in (1,788 mm) 69.5 in (1,765 mm) (SC) Related Honda Civic Honda CR-V Acura RSX Honda Element logo The Honda Element is a compact crossover SUV based on a modified CR-V platform, manufactured in East Liberty, Ohio and marketed in the United States and Canada from December 2002 to December 2010.[1] Contents 1 Overview 2 2003 3 2004 4 2005 5 2006 6 2007 6.1 2007 SC 6.2 Advertising 6.2.1 Gil the Crab 6.2.2 Element and Friends - version 2.0 7 2008 8 2009 8.1 Dog Friendly concept 9 Cancellation 10 Payload and towing capacity 11 Sales 12 Appearances in Popular Media 13 Awards 14 References 15 External links [edit] Overview The Element followed a concept vehicle called Model X, which was first shown at the 2001 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It was developed by a core group of young R&D engineers in 1998. The Model X was designed to be the ideal vehicle for their activities, combining some features of a pickup truck and a sport utility vehicle. They wanted a vehicle that they could use for road trips and hauling outdoor sports equipment and conducted informal on-site focus groups at colleges, beaches, campsites and in the mountains.[2] The 4-seat Element is optimized to carry large loads. The floor is made of textured urethane that is easy to clean; the fabric is tough and stain-resistant; the individual rear seats recline, fold up, and are removable. The rear clamshell tailgate arrangement is large and the vehicle is tall, allowing large loads. The rear side doors open outwards from the front but are not referred to as suicide doors, as they cannot be opened if the conventional front doors are not. The design forgoes B-pillars to create unobstructed access for side loading. In return, the chassis features reinforced joints, strengthened lower side sills, larger cross members, enlarged rocker panels, and five bulkheads per side. Powering the Element is Honda's 2.4 Litre K Engine, an i-VTEC four-cylinder engine producing 166 hp (124 kW) at 5500 rpm and 160 ft·lbf (217 N·m) of torque at 4500 rpm. The Element is available with front-wheel drive or Honda's optional "Real Time" four-wheel drive system — a hydraulically-actuated system that operates only when front wheel slippage occurs. Four wheel drive was discontinued in Japan with the 2006 model. Honda Element Price History Year DX/LX/EX MSRP SC MSRP 2003 US$16,100–$20,850 N/A 2004 US$16,100–$20,300 N/A 2005 US$17,450–$20,925 N/A 2006 US$17,750–$21,525 N/A 2007 US$18,900–$22,310 US$22,695–$23,495 2008 US$18,980–$23,190 US$22,775–$23,575 [edit] 2003 Colors available: Sunset Orange Pearl, Shoreline Mist Metallic, Satin Silver Metallic, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Galapagos Green Metallic, and Eternal Blue Pearl The 2003 Element was launched with two trim levels — DX and EX. Four-wheel drive models come with a large rear sunroof. Windshields: A service bulletin was released regarding the windshield flange surface being uneven.[3] This bulletin along with the warranty obligated Honda of America to replace the windshield at no cost to the owner. The class action Daniels, et al. v. American Honda Motor Co. reached final settlement November 16, 2006. It provides for warranty replacement of windshields in 2003 and 2004 model Honda Element for 6 years or 60,000 miles.[4] [edit] 2004 Colors available: Fiji Blue Pearl replaced Eternal Blue Pearl from the previous year. The LX model was introduced with more standard features. Improvements were made to the front seats as well as the inclusion of an armrest for the passenger's side captain's chair. The class action law case Daniels, et al. v. American Honda Motor Co. reached final settlement November 16, 2006. It provides for warranty replacement of windshields in 2003 and 2004 model Honda Element for 6 years or 60,000 miles.[4] [edit] 2005 Colors available: Same as 2004, plus Cargo Khaki and Rally Red. Shoreline Mist Metallic was eliminated. The DX model was eliminated from the model lineup. Side airbags were an available option, and XM satellite radio and MP3 capabilities were added as standard features in the audio system for the EX model. The charcoal gray that was the standard plastic tone was darkened and a navy blue was offered with the Satin Silver Metallic. Wheel covers on the LX were changed to mimic the styled alloy wheels. Miles per Gallon: 19 in City, 23 highway, 20 combined[5] [edit] 2006 2006 Honda Element EX-P Colors available: only Rally Red and Nighthawk Black Pearl carry over with new colors Tango Red Pearl, Tangerine Metallic, Kiwi Metallic, Atomic Blue Metallic, and Alabaster Silver Metallic A fully painted version called the EX-P became available (an extra US$500 compared to non-painted counterpart). It comes standard with a 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. [edit] 2007 2007-2008 Honda Element EX Rally Red is retired and replaced with Galaxy Gray Metallic, the rest of the colors remain the same as the 2006 line-up. EX-P is retired and painted panels become standard on all EX models. Only the LX has the unfinished body trim. The 2007 Element received a mild refresh, which included 10 hp increase to 166 hp, along with a 5-speed automatic transmission, and an Integrated Seat Belt System on the front seats that allows rear seat occupants to exit the vehicle without the need for a front occupant to disconnect his or her seatbelt. Side airbags are also now standard, as well as electronic stability control. The plastic latticework grille was replaced by silver-colored slats, similar in style to the 2005-06 Honda CR-V and 2006-08 Honda Pilot. [edit] 2007 SC 2007-2008 Honda Element SC Available in Nighthawk Black Pearl, Root Beer Metallic, Galaxy Grey Metallic, Alabaster Silver Metallic. A new "urban cruiser" trim level called the SC is offered with a custom bumper and grille, lowered suspension and 18-inch alloy wheels. It will also feature upgrades to the original Element such as projector-beam halogen headlights, custom tribal print seat fabric, standard center console and carpet in the seating areas. Unlike the other trim packages, the SC has a rigid center console which cannot be removed and which rises above the bottom portion of the seats. Like the rigid seat-level consoles in most other SUVs, this crowds the seat belt receptacle into the seat space, making this trim level less comfortable for larger drivers than the LX and EX models. [edit] Advertising [edit] Gil the Crab After a summer break, Honda decided to bring back a portion of the "Element and Friends" ad campaign, but with a focus on the crab, who now has a name: Gil.[6] The most popular character from the ads with his "I Pinch!" catch phrase, Gil has a myspace page[7] that will chronicle Gil's trouble with the law. In order to tap into social networking sites, which began to play larger roles in ad campaigns in the mid-2000s, Gil was to maintain a blog, promote an online petition to save his job.[8] and endorse Gil paraphernalia through a website. ll this led up to the launch of the new commercial dubbed Element TV, which premiered September 28, 2006 and rolled out with the new Honda Element SC that went on sale that same day. Gil the Crab's popularity has spawned a game similar to punchbuggy or slugbug, wherein seeing a Honda Element on the road gives the first viewer an opportunity to pinch their less-observant companion, exclaiming "I pinch!" like Gil the Crab. [edit] Element and Friends - version 2.0 In the fall of 2006, the Element and Friends website was re-launched with the introduction of the new Element SC trim. The previous version had the driving game using the Element EX-P (now simply called the EX) in a desert, snow topped mountains, forests, and a beach. They now renamed that area "above ground". A new second option from the main page allows you to select the Element SC to go "underground" in an urbanesque environment featuring a drive-in, central park with a basketball court, a seedy mainstreet, and project housing. The six new SC friends include a rat, mole, hamster, pigeon, roach, and a dog. The drive-in serves as the venue to view the TV spots that feature only the rat, mole, pigeon, and hamster. The format remains the same with new mini-games, but both maps now include a tunnel to venture above or below the surface, through the mountain and building respectively. Changes to the above ground include the removal of the previous TV spots from the website and a link on the beach to Gil's Myspace page. RPA,[9] the company which created the Element and friends website, won the "Best in Show"[10] from MIXX Awards for the microsite. They revealed that visitors average 15 minutes on the site. [edit] 2008 In mid-June 2007 Honda started selling the 2008 Element. The only change from the 2007 Element was the addition of the color Royal Blue Pearl for the SC trim. This color, however, is not listed on at least one roster of SC colors, which includes only the somber palette of Nighthawk Black Pearl, Galaxy Gray Metallic, Root Beer Metallic, and Alabaster Silver Metallic.[11] The color roster for the 2008 LX model was Tangerine Metallic, Kiwi Metallic (a bright grass-green), Atomic Blue Metallic, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Alabaster Silver Metallic (a very light silver), and Tango Red Pearl (a dark red).[12] The EX model includes all six of the LX colors, with the addition of a medium gray, Galaxy Gray Metallic.[13] [edit] 2009 2009-present Honda Element 2009 Honda Element SC New color combinations for the dashboard became available.[14] For the exterior, Tangerine Metallic was replaced with Citrus Fire Metallic for the LX and EX trim packages. For the first time, neither Kiwi Green Metallic nor any shade of green was offered for any trim package. The color roster for 2009[15] included: Crystal Black Pearl Polished Metal Metallic (dark gray / pewter) Alabaster Silver Metallic Citrus Fire Metallic (orange; not available for SC trim package[16]) Omni Blue Pearl (pale aqua pearlescent) Royal Blue Pearl Tango Red Pearl (for LX and EX trim packages only) Midnight Red Pearl (a dark "black cherry" for SC trim package only[16]) For 2009, the Honda Element got a navigation option and some cosmetic changes to the exterior. The front end is similar to that of the second generation Honda Pilot and Honda Ridgeline. The hood and front grill have been redesigned, and the front fenders are now all-metal rather than painted composite material.[14] A significant style change was the squaring of the wheel arches for 2009 models.[14] The moonroof previously available on AWD Elements was eliminated. [edit] Dog Friendly concept See "external links" below for dog-friendly concept car photo gallery. In 2007, the Honda Element won the Dogcars.com's "Dog Car of the Year" award. Honda chose to follow up on that with a concept vehicle unveiled in 2009 New York Auto Show specifically designed for canine transportation.[14] It includes an "pet restraint system", an extendable cargo area load-in ramp, a 12V DC rear ventilation fan, second-row seat covers with a simple beige dog-outline pattern design to match the bed cover fabric, all-season rubber floor mats with a toy bone pattern, a fan, and "Dog Friendly" exterior pawprint emblems. A spill-resistant water bowl, also included, can be placed into a nook in the corner of the pet bed.[14] The second row pet restraint system is a small net crate suitable for cats or small dogs, which can be belted into place. It straps directly to the lower portion of the seat and the captive animal cannot see out the windows, unlike the pet "booster seats" sold by pet-supply vendors specifically designed to allow small dogs to see through the windows and sniff the incoming airflow. The pet bed is a thick cushion for the whole of the rear cargo area. The cargo area pet restraint system consists of netting on the sides and the top of the dog bed, as well as a zip-up fourth side to be secured after the dog is loaded. Unless the top of the restraint system can be opened, which is not clear from the press release and accompanying photos, it severely limits the ability of the dog to see out the side windows or rear window. However, the concept vehicle does not include an element much requested on sites dedicated to Element owners with dogs: roll-down rear windows, which would allow dogs to put their noses outside. The concept vehicle's windows remain the pop-out vent type. The package is dealer installed and retails for $1,000.[17] [edit] Cancellation In December 2010, Honda announced it planned to cease production of the Element by the end of model year 2011.[18] The company said that declining sales of the Element (just over 14,000 were sold) compared to other Honda SUVs was the impetus for the decision.[18] [edit] Payload and towing capacity The Honda Element has a towing capacity of 680 kg, or 1500 lbs. A tow-hitch must be added to make use of the towing features. The payload is a low 675 lbs, but many owners[who?] contend this weight as being more a function of Honda erring on the side of safety than an accurate reflection of the vehicle's capacity.[citation needed] [edit] Sales Honda expected first year sales of 50,000.[1] Sales in 2003 amounted to 67,478 units in the U.S., exceeding Honda's projection.[19] Dy December 2010, shortly before the model was scheduled to be discontinued, it had sold a total of more than 325,000 units.[18] [edit] Appearances in Popular Media The Element has appeared in a number of movies and video-games. It is seen in Michael Bay's 2005 film The Island during the city chase scene and also in several video-games: In 2003, Honda had the Element featured in EA Sports BIG's SSX 3. It featured in-game billboards with the Honda Element logo, as well as the signature car itself parked on the slope with its front and rear doors open to have the snow boarder dart through for extra points. In 2004, Element was featured for the first time in Polyphony Digital's Gran Turismo series in Gran Turismo 4 as a 2003 model. In 2006, Honda and EA teamed up again to have the Element featured in The Sims spin-off, The Urbz. In 2006, Honda and Bikemag.com cross-promoted each other in an online dirt bike game called Monster Park Motor Madness. The "Element and Friends" campaign also advertised the 2006 and 2007 models. [edit] Awards The 2007 Honda Element won the Dogcars.com "Dog Car of the Year" award.[20] The 2010 Honda Element won the "Small SUV" category as a "Top Safety Pick" in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Annual Awards.[21] [edit] References ^ a b Honda Motor (2002-03-27). "Honda Adds New "Element" To Lineup". Press release. http://world.honda.com/news/2002/c020327_2.html. Retrieved 2010-08-22.  ^ "Honda to build Model X Concept". Conceptcarz. 2002-01-03. http://www.conceptcarz.com/vehicle/z2859/Honda-Model-X-(Element).aspx. Retrieved 2010-08-22.  ^ "2003 Windshield Service Bulletin". Hondaelementscrack.com. http://www.hondaelementscrack.com/service%20bulletins/2003%20windshield%20service%20bulletin.pdf. Retrieved 2010-12-04.  ^ a b http://www.gilardi.com/pdf/hdel1exten.pdf ^ "Gas Mileage of 2005 Honda Element 4WD". Fueleconomy.gov. http://www.fueleconomy.gov/FEG/noframes/21542.shtml. Retrieved 2010-12-04.  ^ Honda Creates Web Buzz for Ad Character, Aug 28, 2006, Ad Week. ^ "Gil "The Crab" - 28 - Male - MALIBU, US". MySpace.com. http://www.myspace.com/crab. Retrieved 2010-12-04.  ^ Save the Crab ^ "RPA". RPA. http://www.rpa.com. Retrieved 2010-12-04.  ^ Press Release: RPA Celebrates Three MIXX Awards Wins and Two Creative Media Awards, September 29, 2006. ^ "Honda Element 2008 SC SUV Colors". Automotive.com. http://www.automotive.com/2008/101/honda/element/sc-sport-utility/2091/photos/colors.html. Retrieved 2010-12-04.  ^ "Honda Element 2008 LX SUV Colors". Automotive.com. http://www.automotive.com/2008/102/honda/element/lx-sport-utility/1075/photos/colors/tangerine-metallic.html. Retrieved 2010-12-04.  ^ "Honda Element 2008 EX SUV Colors". Automotive.com. http://www.automotive.com/2008/101/honda/element/ex-sport-utility/671/photos/colors.html. Retrieved 2010-12-04.  ^ a b c d e New York: Honda Ramps Up Attention for Dog-Friendly Element Concept, April 8, 2009. ^ Honda Element 2009 LX and EX Colors - Official Site, accessed May 17, 2009. ^ a b Honda Element 2009 SC Colors - Official Site, accessed May 17, 2009. ^ [1] Honda's dog-friendly Element is aimed at pets -- and their owners ^ a b c "Honda announces end of Element production". Autoblog. 3 December 2010. http://www.autoblog.com/2010/12/03/honda-announces-end-of-element-production/. Retrieved 4 December 2010.  ^ Nate Martinez (2009-12-14). "Honda to build Second-Generation Element". Motor Trend. http://wot.motortrend.com/6617400/auto-news/honda-to-build-second-generation-element-despite-weak-sales-good-or-bad-move/index.html. Retrieved 2010-08-22.  ^ "Honda Element Wins First-ever DogCar of the Year Award". PRWeb. 11 December 2010. http://www.prweb.com/releases/dogs_cars/SUVS_trucks/prweb575800.htm. Retrieved 4 December 2010.  ^ "TOP SAFETY PICKs 2010". Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. http://www.iihs.org/ratings/default.aspx. Retrieved 4 December 2010.  [edit] External links Cars portal Japan portal Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Honda Element Honda Element official webpage Photo Gallery: 2009 Honda Element Dog-Friendly Concept Vehicle "Honda eliminating boxy Element." CNN. 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it Photos See all American Honda Motor Company products CNET Editors' Rating 4.0 stars Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars) Excellent Average User Rating 4.0 stars out of 14 user reviews See all user reviews Where to buy Shop now Starting at: $21,300.00 from 1 store $21,300.00 Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price From Edmunds.com See price from 1 store Compare the 2010 Honda Insight EX to other coupe/hatchbacks Compare Selected select 2010 Toyota Prius Starting at $27,270.00 Editor's rating: 4.0 out of 5 select 2010 Honda Fit Sport Starting at $19,110.00 Editor's rating: 3.0 out of 5 select 2009 Honda Civic Si Starting at $21,905.00 Editor's rating: 4.0 out of 5 select 2010 Honda Civic EX-L Starting at $23,895.00 Editor's rating: 2.5 out of 5 CNET editors' review Expand full review Reviewed by: Antuan Goodwin Edited by: Wayne Cunningham Reviewed on: 02/11/2009 CNET editors' rating 4.0 stars Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars) Editors' rating explained CNET Editors' ChoiceFeb 09 The good: The 2010 Honda Insight EX with navigation features excellent fuel economy and a hybrid power train that offers good torque and throttle response. Honda's satellite navigation system features one of the best voice-command systems in the price range and comes equipped with Bluetooth hands-free and USB/iPod connectivity. The bad: The Insight's "me-too" styling too closely apes the Toyota Prius. Additionally, the Insight features less power and slightly lower fuel economy than the competition from Toyota. While better than most in this segment, Honda's DVD navigation system is beginning to show its age. The bottom line: While the 2010 Honda Insight EX with navigation may not be as mileage-friendly as the Prius, it represents a much better value and is more fun to drive. Review: Photo gallery:2010 Honda Insight EX It's difficult to describe the 2010 Honda Insight without mentioning another vehicle. The most obvious is the current heavyweight champion of the green car world, the Toyota Prius, from which the Insight has clearly lifted its silhouette. Both vehicles being dedicated hybrid models, it's easy to see why many assume the Insight is Honda's "Prius-killer." Unfortunately for Honda, the Prius' more sophisticated drivetrain beats the Insight, offering more power and a higher EPA-estimated fuel economy. However, all is not lost, as the Insight brings a secret weapon to the green car ... Expand full review Photo gallery:2010 Honda Insight EX It's difficult to describe the 2010 Honda Insight without mentioning another vehicle. The most obvious is the current heavyweight champion of the green car world, the Toyota Prius, from which the Insight has clearly lifted its silhouette. Both vehicles being dedicated hybrid models, it's easy to see why many assume the Insight is Honda's "Prius-killer." Unfortunately for Honda, the Prius' more sophisticated drivetrain beats the Insight, offering more power and a higher EPA-estimated fuel economy. However, all is not lost, as the Insight brings a secret weapon to the green car wars: value. With a much lower estimated price tag, the Insight may not kill the Prius, but it'll definitely appeal to hybrid buyers who want to keep a little more money for gas in their pockets. On the Road We wanted to test our Honda Insight in conditions in which your average commuter would find himself, so we drove it straight into one of San Francisco's afternoon traffic jams. We chose the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge route for the sheer volume of commuters who cram through it every weeknight as they leave the city and head home for the suburbs of the East Bay. Creeping along in the stop-and-go traffic, we were able to appreciate the transparency of the Insight's hybrid power train. Technically classified as a mild hybrid, the Insight's hybrid system never goes into a completely electric-power mode. Rather, the gasoline engine is always the primary motivator and is assisted to varying degrees by the electric motor. Firmly wedged into the traffic jam, the Insight feels remarkably like a conventional Honda Civic. The only difference is that the fuel economy meter was reading 40-plus mpg, instead of mid-30s, and there was no shifting of gears, due to the Insight's continuously variable transmission's (CVT) lack of fixed gears. Other than that, a blindfolded passenger would have a hard time knowing that the Insight was anything more than a standard vehicle. Once we'd gotten a good distance outside of the city limits, we hopped off of the highway, leaving the traffic jam behind for a twisty road, and found one more difference between the Insight and the Prius: the Insight is actually fun to drive. Sport mode? In a hybrid Dropping the shifter into Sport mode made the Insight's CVT more aggressive and allows use of the steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The Insight's 123 pound-feet of torque may not seem like a lot of power (and it's not), but the low-end grunt of the electric assist means that all of the twist is available as early as 1,000rpm. This relatively low power means that the Insight's engine never gets ahead of its suspension. While Honda's dedicated-hybrid model isn't as tossable and eager to please as, say, the Honda Fit, it certainly is a livelier ride than the Prius. The electric power steering is slightly overboosted and uncommunicative, but the handling is predictable. As we flogged the Insight around a back road, the gasoline and electric engines sang a tiny, two-tone engine growl combined with an electric motor whine. It's not a pretty sound and, thankfully, the Insight is whisper quiet at more sane operating speeds. As we tucked the Insight into its spot in the CNET garage, we couldn't help but note that the fuel gauge had barely moved, in spite of the exploitation of the Sport mode. Days later, upon filling the tank, we were glad to see that our overall fuel economy wasn't hurt too badly, landing squarely at the top of the EPA's estimated range. In the cabin The Insight's cabin is, at first glance, identical to that of the Honda Civic, only more cluttered. While the general layout is the same, the Insight's more bulbous dashboard feels less aesthetically cohesive than that of the Civic. The Insight's instrument cluster has the same futuristic, two-tiered design and bright, blue, backlit gauges. The speedometer has a neat hidden trick: normally blue, the speedometer's backlighting changes to a bright green as you drive more and more economically. By using color as an indicator instead of a separate gauge, we were able to keep our eyes on the road and monitor the "greenness" of our driving using our peripheral vision. Combining green driving and safe driving was a smart move on Honda's part. Other green gauges include a multi-information display (MID) positioned in the center of the tachometer, which displays current and cumulative fuel economy, along with myriad other parameters. To the left of the tachometer is the charge and assist gauge, which supplies information about whether the batteries are being charged or are discharging to assist the gasoline engine. Finally, to the right of the tach is the ever-important gas gauge. Hide Review Next page The Insight's instrumentation is positively sci-fi, with nice touches such as a speedometer that doubles as a "green driving meter." The steering wheel is the same triangle-in-a-hoop-design unit from Honda's parts bin, with illuminated buttons for audio control, cruise control, hands-free calling, and operation of the MID. Many of the Insight's cabin features that differ from those of the Civic seem like they were changed for the sake of being a quirky hybrid. For example, Honda has moved the climate controls into a rounded pod now set closer to the driver. At first this seems like an ergonomic plus; until you realize that in doing so, Honda has moved the touch screen an inch or so further from the driver. Our Insight EX with Navigation uses the same DVD-based Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System that is available on all Honda vehicles from the Fit on up. The system features a fantastic voice-command system that is among the easiest we've used. Also included with the navigation package is Bluetooth hands-free calling and a center console mounted USB connection with iPod support. Audio quality from the six-speaker audio system is lacking. While this "premium" system--found only at the EX trim level--adds a pair of tweeters over the four-speaker system found in the base model Insight, the lack of a subwoofer and high quality components is immediately audible. Fortunately, the system doesn't need to work too hard in the Insight's quiet cabin. Whether equipped with navigation or not, all Honda Insights feature an auxiliary input at the bottom of the center stack. Under the hood The Insight's 1.3-liter inline-four is augmented with Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid drivetrain, which couples an electric motor with the gasoline drivetrain for better economy. The system is virtually identical to that of the Honda Civic Hybrid, but in this incarnation outputs 98 horsepower and 123 pound-feet of torque (combined gasoline and electric output). Because of the electric assist, all 123 pound-feet of twist is available early in the power band (1,000rpm) and made short work of steep-hill starts. The Insight's 1.3-liter IMA engine is a much simpler affair than the Prius' power train, with only one mode of operation. Insight's hybrid system only operates in on one mode: gasoline engine on with electric assist. At no point when the Insight is moving does it operate under pure electric power. Compared to the Prius, which is more obvious with its hybrid synergy drive's various modes, the Insight's IMA system is all but invisible. Rather than feeling like a hybrid the Insight just feels like a vehicle with a larger displacement engine, but without the fuel economy penalty. Coupling the IMA drivetrain with the wheels is Honda's Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), a transmission that eschews fixed gears in favor of infinitely variable planetary gears that keep the engine speed in the sweet spot for maximum efficiency. Odd for a vehicle with a green image, our Insight EX's transmission was equipped with a sport mode with paddle shifters. Pulling the shift lever down to the "S" position caused the CVT to choose a slightly more aggressive chuck of the power band which, when combined with more aggressive activation of electric assist, created a more lively driving experience. Acceleration was by no means neck snapping, but the immediacy of electric torque can be appreciated. To the right of the instrument cluster is a large green Econ button which puts the Insight into Eco Assist mode. Honda says this mode modifies various vehicle systems to minimize the vehicle's overall energy use for increased fuel economy. In practice, we didn't notice any discernible difference between the vehicle's operations with Eco Assist on versus off. Unsure of why anyone would want to drive a hybrid uneconomically, we left the Eco Assist system on for the bulk of our testing. The Insight's drivetrain also features a Start-Stop system that shuts down the gasoline engine when the vehicle is stopped, for example while waiting at a traffic light. The system only works when the vehicle's engine has warmed to operating temperature and the shifter is in "D." The transition from stop to start is noticeable and, if you don't get the brake-to-gas-pedal timing just right, can be a bit jarring. We'd like to attribute this behavior to the fact that our Insight was a preproduction model, but considering that we had a similar experience in the Honda Civic hybrid, we're sure that it's just designed that way. Over the course of our testing, which included an equal mix of city and highway driving, we attempted to keep the Insight's speedometer glowing green with thrifty driving techniques, but we must admit to taking a few hasty trips in Sport mode. In spite of our lead-footed indiscretions, the Insight managed a respectable 43.2 combined mpg, landing at the top of EPA estimates of 40 city and 43 highway mpg. When we tested the Prius, we ended up with a combined 45 mpg. When you consider that the Insight, unlike the Prius, never goes into an all-electric mode and can be fun to drive, the 43 mpg mark is that much more impressive. We believe that, with more restrained driving, the Insight would match the Prius for miles per gallon. Trips to the pump in the Insight should be few and far between. In sum The Insight outputs less power than the slightly heavier Civic Hybrid. Oddly, the Insight is also slightly thirstier than the Civic Hybrid, which manages 40 city and 45 highway mpg. Looking at the performance and economy numbers, one would assume that the Civic Hybrid is the better direct Prius competitor in Honda's lineup. So where does the Insight fit in? The answer may lay in the expected MSRP. The base-model Insight Hybrid is expected to retail for around $20,000. The EX model adds alloy wheels, paddle shifters, traction control, cruise control, and upgrades the audio system to six speakers, and is expected to add about $1,500 for the upgrade. Checking the box for Honda's satellite-linked navigation system with voice command, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity should add about $1,200 more for a grand total of about $22,700. A similarly equipped Toyota Prius would retail for $26,574 and the Civic Hybrid with navigation comes to $25,650, making the 2010 Honda Insight EX with navigation a potential best value for a hybrid vehicle. Previous page User Reviews See All User Reviews Average user rating 4.0 stars out of 14 user reviews My Rating 0 stars you have not rated this yet Write Review Rating Breakdown 5 star 10/14 10 4 star 1/14 1 3 star 2/14 2 2 star 1/14 1 1 star 0/14 0 CNET Community This product is on 4 member lists. Add to my list Most helpful user review Showing number 1 of 14 reviews 4 of 5 users found this review helpful 4.5 stars "Honda handling; great packaging; fabulous gas mileage" on February 12, 2009 by insightman Pros: Low price, great handling and gas mileage, more cargo space than Prius, and great looks, carrying forward the great Honda designs of the 1984 CRX, 2000 Insight, and 2008 FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle. Cons: No satellite radio option and the US is denied the European Insight's heated seats, foglights, rear disc brakes, and 16-inch wheels. Summary: Tthe CNET review is incorrect: the Insight CAN run on electric-only power--but only after you're under way, not from rest. The low pricing of the new Honda Insight should make it a viable option for anyone who believes that the low-price gas bubble will pop as soon as the ... Expand full review Summary: Tthe CNET review is incorrect: the Insight CAN run on electric-only power--but only after you're under way, not from rest. The low pricing of the new Honda Insight should make it a viable option for anyone who believes that the low-price gas bubble will pop as soon as the economy recovers. I've owned two Insights and loved them. Fortunately, the true fuel economy of the new Insight is much greater than the EPA tests reveal. None of the testers of this car have been able to drive it hard enough to get their gas mileage DOWN to the EPA-test ratings of 40 city and 43 highway mpg. Some have achieved greater than 70 mpg. Unfortunately, due to the packaging requirements of the hybrid electronics and batteries, there was room for a gas tank holding only 10.6 gallons, so the new Insight will not be able to match the astounding 700+ mile range of the original Insight. It's a slick car with great handling and Honda quality. The Prius may get better gas mileage in stop-and-go city driving, but on the open highway, no car you can buy will exceed the Insight's fuel economy. 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