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Honda Accord upgraded


Honda Accord upgraded

Author: Isaac BoberDate: 18 July 2011

Honda has slipped a bit in the last little while, and it’s changes to the Accord Euro are an attempt to bring the car back to the attention of buyers.

The Accord Euro has been one of Honda Australia’s best sellers since 2003 with over 45,600 first-generation and more than 16,300 second-generation units sold.
Powered by a 147kW four-cylinder engine, which is mated to a either a six-speed manual or five-speed auto with grade logic control, the Accord Euro is often overlooked but is an excellent alternative to the traditional choices (Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Golf Wagon, etc).

An upgrade on this popular car has just been released, with enhanced exterior features that include a new three-bar grille replacing the previous two-bar version, re-sculptured front bumper, fog light surrounds and ventilation apertures. The rear lights have been recoloured a soft red and there is now a chrome strip on the boot-lid.

The interior has also been upgraded, with new satin-finish garnish on the door handles, console, steering wheel and other interior components. An anti-dust feature has been applied to the cloth trim of the entry model.

Upgrades for the Accord Euro range include steering wheel integrated Bluetooth, a new foldaway key design, USB connectivity and Trailer Stability Assist on all models.

The entry model gains auto headlights and rain-sensing wipers and the option of 18-inch alloy wheels. The Luxury Navi benefits from new bi-HID headlights with auto low/high beam and a cornering function, which operates at speeds up to 40km/h, a first for Honda.

Honda Australia Senior Director Mr Lindsay Smalley is delighted with the Euro upgrades. “The Accord Euro has been an excellent car for Honda in Australia. It is a very stylish car and with the base model starting at the Manufacturer’s List Price of $30,340 it represents outstanding value for an exceptional sedan.”

New Main Features Euro

  • USB connectivity 
  • Integrated Bluetooth 
  • Trailer Stability Assist 
  • Auto on/off headlights 
  • Rain sensing wipers 
  • New foldaway key design 
  • Optional 18-inch alloy wheels

Luxury

  • USB connectivity
  • Integrated Bluetooth
  • Trailer Stability Assist
  • New foldaway key design

Luxury Navi

  • USB connectivity
  • Integrated Bluetooth 
  • Trailer Stability Assist 
  • New foldaway key design 
  • Bi-HID headlights with auto high and low beam
  • Cornering light (operates at up to 40km/h)
 

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