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How advanced something is depends on how you view it; a key principle Honda’s engineers considered when designing the new Accord. At first glance, many will see a wider, lower car, while our engineers see improved aerodynamics and stability. This is because every aesthetic advance has a fundamental engineering objective.

Take the sleek lines flowing from the headlights to the wheel arches; all part of an aerodynamic design that significantly reduces nose and tail lift to improve the Accord’s overall balance. And we didn’t stop at the exterior. Once behind the wheel you’ll notice how quiet the cabin is, through a combination of improved aerodynamics working in tandem with high quality sound deadening materials throughout the body structure. It’s exactly this balance between looks, performance and technology that makes the new Accord a truly advanced driving experience.

Experience is a quality Honda engineers and designers bring to every project. We believe that our experience means we have the knowledge of what is needed rather than what is merely desired. This vision has resulted in Honda’s philosophy for manufacturing cars that are always more than the sum of their parts.

The Accord incorporates some of our latest engineering developments, from an improved chassis to the powerful new engines, the automated safety features to the refined suspension. But at Honda we have always believed that things work best in unison. Individually these technologies are state-of-the-art, but the way they have been put together lets you feel what advanced driving truly is.

Combining a sporty performance with a smooth drive was a challenge to our engineers. The innovative solution was to move the fuel tank and engine closer to the car’s centre of gravity to minimise body roll when cornering.

The all new front double wishbone, multi-link suspension and greater body rigidity means it responds sharper and more accurately to the driver’s demands. A new damper system helps regulate the type of performance required, from dynamic and sporty to smooth and luxurious. Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) is a traction control system that calculates the exact amount of power, brake-force and tyre grip needed to prevent skidding and give you maximum control at all times. It works together with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to ensure that your car always stays exactly where it should be. So no matter how the roads or braking conditions vary, it can compensate for weight transfer without you even lifting a finger.

Even when you’re towing, you can rely on Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) to sense and reduce vehicle and trailer roll. All in all, the Accord’s smooth and responsive drive provides you with a confidence to enjoy your journey.

At Honda, we’ve been developing artificial intelligence for many years, culminating in one of the world’s most advanced humanoid robots: ASIMO. Similar to ASIMO’s sensor and visual recognition systems, the most advanced sensing technologies can be found in the Accord’s Advanced Driver Assist System (ADAS), available on EX grades.

The new Accord applies this technology to minimise driver fatigue and improve safety on long journeys. Once driving, if the pre-set distance between you and the driver ahead reduces, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) automatically comes to your assistance. An audible and visual dashboard warning will alert you to any danger and your speed will be reduced to help avoid an impact.

Another measure to keep your driving experience safe and enjoyable is Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). By using a radar device in the front grille, ACC automatically slows down your Accord if it senses the car in front is decelerating and will increase speed up to its pre-set cruise control limit if the way is clear. You can also manually adjust the pre-set speed and distance with steering wheel mounted controls. The innovative Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) uses a camera mounted by the rear view mirror to sense line markings on the road. LKAS calculates the amount of steering torque required to help you keep the vehicle on track and is supported by an audible warning if you drift off course. As with all of Honda’s developments, they only operate with your interaction. We’ve put as many eyes as possible on the road to make your journey safer and more pleasurable.

The i-DTEC is the latest iteration of our ground-breaking diesel engine technology. Its design mirrors our commitment to finding cleaner, purer and more advanced ways of powering our cars. This 2.2 litre all aluminium engine is cleaner, more refined and quieter than before, yet it still delivers a performance of 150PS and increased torque of 350Nm for a sportier driving experience. The new multi-stage pilot injection system lets the engine continuously adapt to the driving conditions by releasing smaller injections of fuel after the main power boost. These added injections make the i-DTEC smoother than traditional diesel engines to deliver a truly rewarding drive. It’s another example of how Honda are commited to developing the latest practical technology to achieve much cleaner exhaust emissions.

In addition to offering a manual gearbox, the i-DTEC is our first diesel engine available with automatic transmission. This combines the ease and relaxation you expect from driving an automatic with the impressive torque output and excellent fuel economy delivered by this new diesel engine.

Years of development and testing has culminated in the latest generation of i-VTEC engines. Honda view engines more than being just the power-train of the car.

Our engines are a piece of refined technology designed to deliver everything you need for pure driving pleasure – from sheer exhilaration and performance to lower emissions and better fuel economy. There are two i-VTEC petrol engines to choose from. The newly developed 2.4 litre i-VTEC engine delivers an advanced driving experience with effortless power delivery and fuel economy.

Increasing the intake valve diameters and optimising the cam lift and valve timing has improved the all important intake and exhaust volume. With an output of 201PS, and a fuel consumption of up to 32.1mpg, it has the ability to balance economy and emissions with impressive performance. You can also choose a 2.0 litre i-VTEC engine that delivers an excellent balance between power and fuel economy with a fuel consumption of up to 39.2mpg.

Both come with a 6 speed manual transmission which includes a shift indicator that informs you of the best moment to change gear in order to maximise fuel economy. The 5 speed automatic transmission provides stress-free motoring, with the option of a steering wheel mounted paddle shift function. By selecting the “S” mode, a sportier drive is engaged and the paddle shift takes full priority. The introduction of a new kick-down feature on the 5 speed automatic transmission also offers the driver an additional burst of speed when required.

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