Honda Accord details firm ahead of May launch

HONDA has announced further specification details for its new Accord sedan range, which is due to launch in Australia next month (May).

 

While pricing is not yet advised, the information to hand suggests the eleventh generation, hybrid-only Accord will receive an increase in list price over the current hybrid model, which is presently available from $61,900 drive-away (the petrol is available from $57,900 d/a).

 

Powering the 2024 Honda Accord range will be the Japanese brand’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder e:HEV petrol/electric hybrid engine and continuously variable transmission combination. The model rides on all-multi-link suspension.

 

The fourth-generation, two-motor unit is understood to produce 152kW of power and 335Nm of torque, down 6kW but up 20Nm from the current offering. Honda has yet to announce fuel economy or CO2 emissions for its newest Accord.

 

Four driver selectable modes – Normal, Economy, Sport and Individual – and three powertrain settings – Auto, EV and Charge – are available as standard, while regenerative braking can be controlled through six settings via the steering wheel paddles.

 

Honda says the all-new Accord is longer and sleeker than previous models with premium proportions and a broad stance. The four-door sedan features a low horizontal beltline and a “long, powerful front-end” design that is backed by “more confident and refined dynamics”. An active grille sits front and centre, while all external lighting is LED.

 

Paint colours include Crystal Black, Lunar Silver, Meteoroid Grey, and Platinum White. All are complemented by 18-inch alloy wheels.

 

Moving inside, the interior décor features high quality materials and advanced features, including a 12.3-inch infotainment array and 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster. Wireless phone connectivity is joined by a 12-speaker Bose premium sound system, the system also featuring over-the-air updates, connected services technology, and digital key compatibility.

 

Honda Sensing safety technology brings an extensive array of driver assistance systems to the latest generation Accord, with adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go functionality, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, driver attention monitoring, lane keeping, traffic sign recognition, and a 360-degree surround-view camera included.

 

“The Honda Accord has a rich history in the Australian market as a sophisticated, luxurious flagship model which has been a customer favourite since its arrival in 1977,” said Honda Australia director Carolyn McMahon.

 

“This new model offers the premium feel that Accord is renowned for, coupled with additional technological advancements, including the arrival of Google built-in and the next generation of Honda Connect.”

 

Honda Accord sales – like those of most medium-sized passenger cars in Australia – have been slow through the first three months of 2023. The imported model has tallied just 18 year-to-date unit sales, well behind the segment leading Toyota Camry with 4434 unit sales.

 

The Medium passenger car under $60K is otherwise populated by the BYD Seal (1573 YTD until sales), Mazda 6 (432), Skoda Octavia (319), Hyundai Sonata (134), and Volkswagen Passat (47).

 

Visit GoAuto again soon for our local launch review of the 2024 Honda Accord.