Honda Accord, the midsize sedan is now more powerful and luxurious than ever before. Being called the “Most Impressive Honda Yet,” the 2018 Honda Accord is ready to stun sedan enthusiasts all over the world with its updated design and amazing performance.
Although Honda has discontinued the coupe variant of Accord, they have now introduced the all-new Accord with a hybrid powertrain which will be available in early 2018. The 2018 Honda Accord has been given an interior that is clearly a class above its predecessors and competition.
Built on a new and more responsive platform, the 2018 Honda Accord offers excellent ride and sublime handling. The new platform has also allowed a larger trunk space to accommodate more luggage. Apart from the hybrid powertrain, the sedan will also come with two conventional engine options for added versatility.
Here is a review of the 2018 Honda Accord with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Honda Accord
Design of the 2018 Honda Accord is definitely more stylish and fashionable than before. Plenty of changes have been made to the exterior and interior of the vehicle so that it brings a fresher look to the sedan.
Exterior
Honda is calling the all-new Accord their most impressive vehicle yet because it has received extensive design updates as well as meaningful performance upgrades. The exterior of the vehicle has received plenty of changes to make it look sophisticated and elegant while retaining the signature Accord look.
The first thing that will grab the attention of onlookers is the brand new fastback design. The European-inspired design of the vehicle definitely looks luxurious and fits well with the overall exterior appeal of the vehicle.
The strong stance of the sedan is complemented by sharp character lines that run through the hood and sides of the vehicle. LED fog lights and LED headlights add to the already impressive look of the front fascia.
The distinctive wide grille at the front of the vehicle comes with Active Grille Shutters for a better performance and improved fuel efficiency. To further improve the aerodynamics of the sedan, engineers at Honda have added Air Curtains, which offer an efficient performance.
The overall appearance, especially the side profile of the vehicle is now more muscular and authoritative. Thanks to the new fastback design, the vehicle is now more efficient and turns heads when it is driven down the roads.
The rear of the vehicle also has a performance-inspired look. Designers at Honda have maintained consistency in the design and same character lines can be seen from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The LED taillights retain their signature look while integrated dual-outlets with Chrome Exhaust Finishers add a sporty appeal to the exterior.
The 2018 Honda Accord has 17-inch alloy wheels as a standard, however, there is also an option for 19-inch wheels. The exterior of the sedan is available in 10 exterior colors.
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— Honda (@Honda) November 13, 2017
Interior
Just like the exterior, the interior of the vehicle has received plenty of upgrades to make it more spacious and luxurious than ever before. The cabin maintains a quiet and calm atmosphere while the soft-touch and high-quality materials ensure that the occupants enjoy the ride at all times.
The cabin is ergonomically designed to bring a perfect combination of luxury, comfort and convenience. In the base model, the 2018 Accord offers a driver’s seat with manual height adjustment setting, however, in the higher trim levels, the driver will get to enjoy a 12-way power adjustable seat with 4-way power lumbar support and two-position memory feature.
Heated front seats are available as an option, while the rear seats are available with 60/40 flat folding feature as standard on all trim levels. The seats are upholstered with soft-touch material however, they are also available with leather upholstery. The rear of the vehicle offers impressive legroom and headroom for added comfort of the passengers.
For in-cabin convenience features, the designers and engineers at Honda have added Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System, 12-Volt Power Outlets, leather-wrapped steering wheel with driver controls, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a lot more.
There is also a full-color 7-inch Driver Interface screen that offers customizable digital display for the driver. The Active Noise Cancellation System helps in improving the cabin experience and makes the cabin quiet.
Some of the optional interior features include:
- 8-inch Touchscreen Display
- 10-speaker Premium Audio System
- Wireless Phone Charging
- Honda Connect
- Mobile Hotspot
The 2018 Honda Accord has a cargo capacity of 16.7 cubic feet.
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Performance of the 2018 Honda Accord
The 2018 Honda Accord offers advanced powertrain options for excellent ride quality and superior handling. The all-new Accord comes with brand new 1.5-litre, 2.0-litre turbocharged engine and the next generation two-motor hybrid system.
The 1.5-litre VTEC In-line 4-Cylinder Turbo engine is capable of producing 192 horsepower and best-in-class torque of 192 lb-ft. The engine comes with features such as Direct Fuel Injection and Eco Assist to improve the fuel efficiency of the vehicle.
The 2.0-litre VTEC In-line 4-Cylinder Turbo engine is capable of producing 252 horsepower and a torque of 273 lb-ft. The engine also comes with Direct Fuel Injection System for enhanced fuel efficiency, however, this engine also has different driving modes including Eco, Sport and Normal.
Both of these engines are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with the option of Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Sport Mode. There is also an option of the segment-first 10-speed automatic transmission with Paddle Shifters in Sport and EX-L models.
As for the hybrid powertrain, the 2018 Honda Accord is fitted with the most advanced and industry-first two-motor hybrid powertrain and an In-line 4-Cylinder engine paired with Electronic Continuously Variable Transmission (E-CVT) with Sport Mode. The engine can generate 142 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque, while the electric motor can generate 181 horsepower and 232 lb-ft of torque.
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— Honda (@Honda) November 20, 2017
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Safety Features
The 2018 Honda Accord comes with multiple active and passive safety features to enhance the driving experience and improve the occupant safety in a variety of driving conditions. Some of the highlighting safety features are:
- 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body Structure
- Anti-Lock Braking System
- Brake Assist
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Electronic Brake Distribution
- Hill Start Assist
- Honda Lane Watch
- Lane Keeping Assist System
- LATCH
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines
- Multiple Air Bags
- Road Departure Mitigation System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Traction Control System
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Vehicle Stability Assist
Price of the 2018 Honda Accord
The all-new Accord is expected to reach the UAE car markets soon, but Honda has yet to announce the price of the 2018 Honda Accord in the UAE. The 2018 Honda Accord has a starting price of $23,570 in the USA.
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