| Honda Accord Ninth generation (CR1-CR3, CR6-CR7, CT1-CT2) | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Production | August 2012–2017 (North America) 2013–2019 (Asia) |
| Model years | 2013–2017 |
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| Designer | Riku Wada (2010) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size car (D) |
| Body style | 4-doorsedan 2-doorcoupe (North America & Middle East only) |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Related | Acura TLX Honda Spirior |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 LR20Z2I4 2.0L LFA1 i-VTEC I4 PGM-Fi DOHC i-VTEC + 2 Electric Motors (Accord Hybrid) 2.4 LK24W1 I4 3.0 LJ30A5V6 (China only) 3.5 LJ35Y1 V6 or 3.5 LJ35Y2 V6 (6MT coupe) |
| Electric motor | 2xAC Synchronous Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor (Accord Hybrid) |
| Transmission | CVT (I4) 6-speedmanual (I4, V6 Coupe) 5-speedautomatic (I4) 6-speed automatic (V6) |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Series hybrid with paralleling clutch (Accord Hybrid)[3] |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | Sedan: 2,776 mm (109.3 in) Coupe: 2,725 mm (107.3 in) |
| Length | Sedan: 4,862 mm (191.4 in) Coupe: 4,806 mm (189.2 in) |
| Width | Sedan: 1,849 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | Sedan: 1,466 mm (57.7 in) Coupe: 1,435 mm (56.5 in) |
| Curb weight | 3,193 lb (1,448 kg) sedan[4] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Honda Accord (North America eighth generation) Honda Accord (Japan and Europe eighth generation) Honda Inspire (North America & Japan) |
| Successor | Honda Accord (tenth generation) Honda Prelude (sixth generation) |
Theninth generation Accord is amid-size car introduced byHonda in 2012 which received a refreshed front fascia, grille, headlights, tail lights and alloy wheel designs for the 2016 model year. With the discontinuation of the smaller European and Japanese market Accord in 2015, the larger North American Accord became the only version in production, with the Hybrid version taking over as the flagship of Honda's automotive product in many markets that once received the smaller Accord.
For the ninth generation Accord, Honda appointed Shoji Matsui, who served as an engineer on the Accord platform from 1985 to 1996 as lead project manager. It is the first Honda vehicle to be completely developed under the administration of Honda CEOTakanobu Ito.[5]
Honda revealed the Accord Coupe Concept at theJanuary 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. In August 2012, the company released initial details pertaining to the 2013 Accord sedan, and production versions of both the sedan and coupe were fully unveiled in early September 2012.[6]
The model year 2013 Accord was released on 5 September 2012,[7] with the sedan hitting dealers' lots on 19 September 2012 in the United States and the coupe following on 15 October 2012. Corresponding release dates in Canada for the sedan and coupe models are 24 September 2012 and 1 November 2012, respectively. In February 2013, the Accord was scheduled to enter the Russian market.[8] In June 2013, the Accord hybrid and plug-in hybrid were introduced to the Japanese market, with the discontinuation of theHonda Inspire, serving as Honda's large sedan and one level below theHonda Legend.
All Accords come with standard an 8-inch 480x320 pixel WQVGAresolutionLCD screen, single anglebackup camera, Honda's i-MID system which includesBluetooth hands free calling with SMS texting and streaming audio,USB connector, dual zone automatic climate control and alloy wheels. The available navigation system adds a 6-inchtouchscreen and the 8-inch screen uses a higher 800x480 pixel resolution WVGA display. A tri-angle (normal, wide and top view) backup camera and wide angle passengerblind spot side view camera are also available. New safety features include an optionalforward collision warning system,lane departure warning system andblind spot monitor. EX and higher trims offerSmart Key,LEDdaytime running lamps, headlamps, and tail lamps; and anadaptive cruise control system.
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In Australia, the ninth generation Accord went on sale in June 2013. It is available with either a 2.4 L 129 kW (173 hp) four-cylinder or 3.5 L 206 kW (276 hp) V6 engine. Unlike the North American market Accord, a CVT transmission is not offered. Instead, the four-cylinder uses a five-speed automatic, while the V6 receives a new six-speed automatic.
In China, the ninth generation Accord went on sale in September 2013, as a 2014 model.[9] It is available with a choice of 2.0L or 2.4L 4-cylinder engines, or a new 3.0L V6 engine exclusive to the Chinese market. The V6 produces 192 kW (257 hp) and 297 Nm torque. Transmission choices include a CVT for both 4-cylinder engines or 6-speed automatic for the V6; a manual transmission is not offered. The Chinese market Accord features a unique front grill and bumper, incorporating more chrome and smaller, circular front fog lights. The rear features a different bumper with trapezoidal, rather than circular, exhausts.
In Indonesia, the ninth generation Accord was launched on 25 April 2013 and comes available in two trims; the 2.4 VTi and 2.4 VTi-L. All variants are mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission.[10] The facelifted Accord was launched on 7 April 2016 at the24th Indonesia International Motor Show and is only available in 2.4 VTi-L.[11]
In Malaysia, the ninth generation Accord was launched in September 2013 and comes available in three trims; the 2.0 VTi, 2.0 VTi-L and 2.4 VTi-L. The 2.0 variants use an improved R20Z1 engine while the 2.4 variant uses the all-newEarth Dreams 2.4L engine. All variants are mated to a 5-speed torque converter gear box.[12] The facelifted Accord was launched in September 2015 in the same three trims but with added features and equipment to each trim. It also comes with three new colors; White Orchid Pearl, Obsidian Blue Pearl and Lunar Silver Metallic.[13] In November 2017, the 2.4 VTi-L variant gained Honda's Sensing safety features.[14]
In the Philippines, the ninth generation Accord was launched in 2014 available in two trims: the 2.4 S and 3.5 SV. The 2.4 S variant is available only with five-speed automatic transmission while the 3.5 SV is available with six-speed automatic transmission. The 3.5 SV features a 3.5L SOHC V6 engine, dual exhaust, sunroof and different designed wheels. All models received daytime running lights, reverse camera with dynamic guidelines, active cornering lights, rain sensing wipers, touch screen display panel, ECO assist button and LED Head/Tail lamps. The Philippine-spec model is imported from Thailand.
In the United States the ninth generation Honda Accord comes in LX, Sport, EX, EX-L, & Touring trims. The LX, EX, & EX-L comes equipped with a 2.4L Inline 4 with 185hp and 181 ft lbs of torque mated to Hondas first use of a CVT in the Accord, while the Accord Sport gets a small power boost to 189hp and 182 ft lbs of torque also with the new CVT. The other engine option is a 3.5L V6 which is standard on the TOURING and optional on the EX-L. The V6 makes 278hp and 252 ft lbs of torque with a new 6 Speed Automatic.
The Accord Hybrid was introduced in June 2013 for the Japanese market. In the United States, it was introduced in October 2013 for the 2014 model year. It featured a 2.0 L I4 Atkinson cycle engine paired with a hybrid system that serves the function of a traditional transmission, called the Electric Continuously Variable Transmission (E-CVT) by Honda. The hybrid system was a dual motor system combined with a 1.3kWh lithium-ion battery pack. A main benefit of the Accord over the standard gasoline model was its high fuel economy, reaching 50 MPG city, 45 MPG highway, and 47 MPG combined. The Accord Hybrid produced 196 total horsepower and had a 0-60 time tested byCar and Driver as 7.2 seconds.[15] In order to save weight, the Accord Hybrid had an all-aluminum frontsubframe and rear bumper beam to replace the steel-and-aluminum subframe used on the standard Accord sedan.
In terms of exterior looks, the Accord Hybrid was distinguished from the Accord sedan with blue-accented headlights, grille trim, and taillights. They also featured 17-inchalloy wheels that were exclusive to the Hybrid (non-plug-in) models. Hybrid badges were placed on the front fenders and the rear trunk lid.[3] As a result of the placement of the hybrid battery in the trunk, the trunk storage area was reduced by approximately threecubic feet, going from 15.8 cubic feet on the gasoline sedan to 12.7 cubic feet on the Hybrid.[16]
Honda did not produce a 2016 model year Accord Hybrid, as they were in the process of moving production from Ohio to Japan. The hybrid model did return in 2017, though.[17]
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| Honda Accord Plug-in Hybrid (CR5) | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Production | 2013–2014 |
| Model years | 2014 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size car |
| Body style | 4-doorsedan |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L LFA1 i-VTECI4 PGM-Fi DOHC i-VTEC |
| Electric motor | 2xAC Synchronous Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor |
| Transmission | ElectronicContinuously Variable Transmission (E-CVT) |
| Battery | 6.7kWhlithium-ion battery[18] |
| Electric range | 13 mi (21 km) (EPA)[19] |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,776 mm (109.3 in) |
| Length | 4,910 mm (193.3 in) |
| Width | 1,849 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | 1,466 mm (57.7 in) |
| Curb weight | 3,799 lb (1,723 kg) |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Honda Clarity PHEV |
The production version of the 2014 AccordPlug-in hybrid was first shown at the2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.[19] The Accord PHEV pricing starts atUS$39,780 and sales began in the U.S. in January 2013, with availability limited to California and New York.[20] The Accord PHEV was introduced in Japan in June 2013 and it is available only for leasing, primarily to corporations and government agencies.[21] As of December 2013[update], the Accord PHEV ranks as the third best selling plug-in hybrid in the Japanese market.[22] A total of 1,039 units have been sold in the United States through 2015.[23][24]
Honda unveiled the platform for a mid-sizeplug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. The plug-in platform showcased Honda's next-generation two-motor hybrid system, which continuously moves through three different modes to maximize driving efficiency: all-electric, gasoline-electric and an engine direct-drive mode. The plug-in hybrid also usesregenerative braking to charge the battery. Inall-electric mode, the vehicle uses a 7kWhlithium-ion battery and a 120 kWelectric motor. Theall-electric mode achieves a range of approximately 10 to 15 mi (16 to 24 km) in city driving and a top speed of 62 mph (100 km/h). Fully recharging the battery will take 2 to 2.5 hours using a 120-volt outlet and 1 to 1.5 hours using a 240-volt outlet.[25][26] Honda announced at the2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit that first US application of both a 2.4-liter direct-injected engine and two-motor plug-in hybrid system to be implemented on the Accord ninth generation, the 2013 Accord Plug-in Hybrid.[27] Production of the Accord Plug-in Hybrid began on 21 December 2012, the same day California Air Resources Board approved the car to be sold in the state.[28][29]
In September 2012, Honda announced that the Accord Plug-in Hybrid sedan will be built inSayama, Japan that would be available in a single trim level based on the standard features of the Accord Touring. The Accord Plug-in Hybrid was scheduled for release in early 2013, and would serve as the basis for the conventional hybrid version of the Accord Sedan that would go on sale by mid-2013.[18][30] It features a 6.7kWhlithium-ion battery pack to power a 124 kW electric motor mated with the new Earth Dreams i-VTEC 2.0-liter 4-cylinder Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine producing 137 hp (102 kW) at 6200 rpm, and together the total system output is 196 hp (146 kW), which surpasses that of theToyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (134 hp),Chevrolet Volt (149 hp) andFord Fusion Energi (195 hp) plug-in hybrid.[18][31]
Honda expected the 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid to deliver anall-electric range of up to 15 mi (24 km) and a total driving range of more than 500 mi (800 km) based on the U.S. EPA tests as determined by Honda. The carmaker also expected thefuel economy for the Accord Plug-in Hybrid to exceed 100miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent (MPG-e) (2.4 L/100 km; 120 mpg-imp equivalent), and also expects it to receive an EnhancedAT-PZEV rating from theCalifornia Air Resources Board (CARB).[18]
The official EPA ratings for the plug-in hybrid are 13 mi (21 km) ofall-electric range with a combinedfuel economy rating of 115miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent (MPG-e), the highest in its class.[19][32] EPA ratings for operation inhybrid mode are 46 mpg‑US (5.1 L/100 km; 55 mpg‑imp) in combined city/highway cycle, 47 mpg‑US (5.0 L/100 km; 56 mpg‑imp) in city, and 46 mpg‑US (5.1 L/100 km; 55 mpg‑imp) in highway driving. The 2014 Accord PHEV emits only 20 milligrams of combined smog-forming emissions per mile and becomes the first car in the U.S. to meet the new LEV3/SULEV20 emissions standards, and will get single-occupant carpool access in California.[28][19]
The Accord Plug-in Hybrid was discontinued after the 2014model year, together with theCivic Hybrid and the natural gas-poweredHonda Civic GX. This decision was due in part to Honda's ability to advance fuel economy through conventional engine technology. In 2017, Honda launched theHonda Clarity plug-in hybrid andbattery electric vehicle, after the introduction of the next-generation Clarityfuel cell vehicle in 2016.[33]
The ninth generation Accord received a facelift for the 2016 model year. Changes to outer appearance include new front fascia, grille, head lights, rear lights, and new alloy wheel designs on all of the trims. The 2016 Accord was the first mass-market car to be equipped with AppleCarPlay[34] and the second car to also be compatible withAndroid Auto. The Hybrid Accord returned for the 2017 model year with revised running gear that has combined output of214 hp (160 kW), up from 196 hp (146 kW) of the 2014 & 2015 model years version. The Plug-in Hybrid Accord did not make a return, instead was replaced by the 2018Honda Clarity PHEV.
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The ninth-generation Accord offers the following powertrains: A newdirect injectedEarth Dreams 2.4-liter 16-valve DOHC four-cylinder engine rated at 185 hp (138 kW) to 181 lb⋅ft (245 N⋅m) of torque, upgraded to 189 hp (141 kW) to 182 lb⋅ft (247 N⋅m) in Sport trim, paired with either a six-speed manual orcontinuously variable transmission; an updated 3.5-liter 24-valve SOHC V6 mated either to a six-speedmanual orautomatic rated at 278 hp (207 kW) and 252 lb⋅ft (342 N⋅m); and ahybrid powertrain (named i-MMD) that integrates a 2.0-literAtkinson Cycle gasoline engine with an electric motor and lithium-ion battery pack in North America. The hybrid system acts as an electriccontinuously variable transmission while in gasoline-electric hybrid mode, and is rated at 196 hp (146 kW) and 226 lb⋅ft (306 N⋅m). Both conventional andplug-in hybrid configurations are offered, both released in the U.S. market in the second half of 2013.
Honda has focused on economy, ride quality, responsiveness, and ride comfort with a completely redesigned frontsuspension. A simplerMacPherson strut design, replaces the class leading and highly refineddouble wishbone front suspension, in use since the second generation Accord. The rear suspension retains the independentmulti-link suspension. The costlier design is now available only on the top-tierAcura RLX. The new front suspension helps shave weight and free up room in the engine compartment. In addition to the safety concerns of Honda'sAdvanced Compatibility Engineering, there is focus on body stiffness and dynamic handling response by improving structural rigidity around the front strut tower andlower control arm. All but the LX trim feature astrut bar. All trims receive upgraded shocks front and rear. The Touring trim now comes with more sophisticated double piston shocks called "Amplitude Reactive Dampers" that have been recently introduced on several Acura models.[35]
The Accord's body now uses 55.8% high strength steel, a total of 17.2% are either of 780, 980 or 1,500 MPayield strength types which were not used in the previous generation. The Accord's previous steel frontsubframe has been replaced with an aluminum and steel component that weighs 14 lb (6.4 kg) less and is manufactured usingfriction stir welding (hybrid models use an all-aluminumsubframe and hood). Overall the body weight sheds 55 lb (25 kg).[35][36]
In North America, the 2016 Accord now features front brake disc diameters from 11.1 in (LX only), 11.5 in, or 12.3 in (Sport / Touring), depending on model and trim, while the rear discs measure 11.1 inches in diameter.[35]
| Engine | Chassis code | Horsepower | Torque |
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| 2.0 LR20Z1 I4 petrol | CR1 (Sedan) | 153 hp (114 kW) at 6,500 rpm | 140 lb⋅ft (190 N⋅m) at 4,300 rpm |
| 2.4 LK24W1 I4 petrol | CR2 (Sedan) CT1 (Coupe) | 185 hp (138 kW) at 6,400 rpm | 181 lb⋅ft (245 N⋅m) at 3,900 rpm |
| 2.4 LK24W1 I4 petrol | CR2 (Sedan, Sport) | 189 hp (141 kW) at 6,400 rpm | 182 lb⋅ft (247 N⋅m) at 3,900 rpm |
| 3.0 LJ30A5 V6 petrol | CR4 (Sedan) | 244 hp (182 kW) at 6,250 rpm | 211 lb⋅ft (286 N⋅m) at 5,000 rpm |
| 3.5 LJ35Y1 – VCM V6 petrol | CR3 (Sedan) CT2 (Coupe, Automatic) | 278 hp (207 kW) at 6,200 rpm | 252 lb⋅ft (342 N⋅m) at 4,900 rpm |
| 3.5 LJ35Y2 V6 petrol | CT2 (Coupe, Manual) | 278 hp (207 kW) at 6,200 rpm | 252 lb⋅ft (342 N⋅m) at 5,300 rpm |
| 2.0 LLFA1 / LFA-MF8 I4 hybrid petrol | CR6 (Hybrid) CR5 (Plug-in Hybrid) | Hybrid (Pre-facelift) / Plug-in Hybrid 140 hp (100 kW) at 6,200 rpm (engine) 167 hp (125 kW) at 3,857-8,000 rpm (electric motor) 196 hp (146 kW) (combined) Hybrid (facelift) 143 hp (107 kW) at 6,200 rpm (engine) 181 hp (135 kW) at 5,000-6,000 rpm (electric motor) 212 hp (158 kW) (combined) | Hybrid (Pre-facelift) / Plug-in Hybrid 122 lb⋅ft (165 N⋅m) at 4,500 rpm (engine) 226 lb⋅ft (306 N⋅m) at 0-3,857 rpm (electric motor) Hybrid (facelift) 129 lb⋅ft (175 N⋅m) at 3,500 rpm (engine) 232 lb⋅ft (315 N⋅m) at 0-2,000 rpm (electric motor) |
| 2.0 LLFA-H4 I4 hybrid petrol | CR7 (Hybrid, JDM Facelift only) | 143 hp (107 kW) at 6,200 rpm (engine) 181 hp (135 kW) at 5,000-6,000 rpm (electric motor) 212 hp (158 kW) (combined) | 129 lb⋅ft (175 N⋅m) at 3,500 rpm (engine) 232 lb⋅ft (315 N⋅m) at 0-2,000 rpm (electric motor) |
Two additional trim levels are added in North American markets, Sport and Touring. The Accord Sport Sedan is slotted between the LX and EX models and features a 2.4-liter 16-valveDOHC inline-four engine rated at 189hp and 182 lb⋅ft (247 N⋅m) of torque, 18-inch wheels and wider tires, dual exhaust, a decklid spoiler, fog lights, leather-trimmed steering wheel and seats, exclusive carbon-fiber-style dash trim, and steering wheel mounted paddle shifters on models equipped with the continuously variable transmission. The V6 engine is no longer an option for non-leather trims. Starting from the 2016 model year, the Sport trim featured LED daytime running lights, upgraded LED fog lights, as well as the 19-inch alloy wheels, wider and lower profile (235/40 R19 96V) tires, and bigger front brake rotors found in the Accord Touring Sedan, the lineup's flagship. The Touring trim is available with either four-cylinder or V6 engines in Canada, whereas in the U.S. the V6 engine is standard on Touring models.
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| Moderate overlap frontal offset | Good[40] |
| Small overlap frontal offset | Good[40] |
| Side impact | Good[40] |
| Roof strength | Good[41] |
| Moderate overlap frontal offset | Good[43] |
| Small overlap frontal offset(2013–14) | Acceptable[43] |
| Small overlap frontal offset(2015-17) | Good[43] |
| Side impact | Good[43] |
| Roof strength | Good[41] |
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