Click Here to Comment at The Motor Portal Blog!!     Dec 12, 2007 08:40 Honda Accord Wins Edmunds' Inside Line V6 Family Sedan Comparison Test SANTA MONICA, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Dec. 12, 2007 Inside Line, Edmunds.com's high-speed online car magazine, today announced that the 2008 Honda Accord won the latest comparison test of six-cylinder family sedans, which is described in full at Comparison Test: 2007-2008 V6 Family Sedans (http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/Comparos/articleId= 123842). 　 The Inside Line editorial team recently compared four fully loaded six-cylinder family sedans: 　 -- 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ (MSRP of $27,245 and Edmunds.com True Market Value(R) (TMV(R)) of $27,245), equipped with a six-cylinder, 252-horsepower engine and six-speed automatic transmission; 　 -- 2008 Honda Accord EX-L (MSRP of $30,895 and TMV(R) of $30,482), equipped with a six-cylinder, 268-horsepower engine and five-speed automatic transmission; 　 -- 2007 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE (MSRP of $32,560 and TMV(R) of $30,573), equipped with a six-cylinder, 270-horsepower engine and continuously variable transmission; 　 -- 2007 Toyota Camry XLE V6 (MSRP of $31,619 and TMV(R) of $28,439), equipped with a six-cylinder, 268-horsepower engine and six-speed automatic transmission 　 "You can't go wrong with any of these sedans as they each have something to offer," says Edmunds' Inside Line Engineering Editor Jason Kavanagh. "The chart-topping evaluation score, strong feature content and value for the money gave the new 2008 Honda Accord the edge." 　 The 2007 Nissan Altima came in second place and impressed the editors because of its sporty feel and numerous features. The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu earned third place for its elegant styling and low price. The 2007 Toyota Camry took fourth place and was applauded for being powerful and well-equipped. 　 Vehicle Rankings from Comparison Test: V6 Family Sedans 　 1. 2008 Honda Accord 　 2. 2007 Nissan Altima 　 3. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 　 4. 2007 Toyota Camry 　 To read the test and to get more information on the editors' evaluations and rankings, visit Comparison Test: V6 Family Sedans (http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/Comparos/articleId= 123842). 　 Lively discussions about this comparison are currently underway in the V6 Comparison Test (http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/.f175ae1) message board in Edmunds.com's CarSpace Forums (http://www.carspace.com/csGroups). 　 Long URLs in this release may need to be copied/pasted into your Internet browser's address field. Remove the extra space if one exists. 　 About Edmunds Inc. (http://www.edmunds.com/help/about/) 　 Edmunds Inc. publishes four Web sites that empower, engage and educate automotive consumers, enthusiasts and insiders. Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive consumer information, launched in 1995 as the first automotive information Web site. Its most popular feature, the Edmunds.com True Market Value(R), is relied upon by millions of people seeking current transaction prices for new and used vehicles. Edmunds.com was named "Best Car Research Site" by Forbes ASAP, has been selected by consumers as the "Most Useful Web Site" according to every J.D. Power and Associates New Autoshopper.com Study(SM), was ranked first in the Survey of Car-Shopping Web Sites by The Wall Street Journal and was rated "#1" in Keynote's study of third-party automotive Web sites. Inside Line launched in 2005 and is the most-read automotive enthusiast Web site. CarSpace launched in 2006 and is an automotive social networking Web site and home to the oldest and most established automotive community. AutoObserver.com launched in 2007 and provides insightful automotive industry commentary and analysis. Edmunds Inc. is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, and maintains a satellite office in suburban Detroit. Edmunds.com Corporate Communications Chintan Talati and Jeannine Fallon Media Hotline: 310-309-4900 pr@edmunds.com http://www.edmunds.com     All-New 2008 Honda Accord Emphasizes Technology, Safety and Performance Within an Expressive and Spacious Design Most Powerful Accord Ever Introduces Next-Generation Fuel Saving Technology Set to go on sale in mid-September, the all-new 2008 Honda Accord moves the world of mainstream transportation in a refined, dynamic and sophisticated direction with an expanded range of innovative technologies designed for more power, greater efficiency and enhanced safety across the entire lineup of sedans and coupes. Completely redesigned for 2008 with increased dimensions for a more spacious interior, the sedan styling theme expresses a powerful presence with sharp and strong character lines. The coupe is further individualized with an aggressive stance and unique proportions that create a muscular, sporty demeanor. "The all-new Honda Accord has become more advanced and refined with a new level of engineering sophistication," said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "As the Honda brand's flagship automobile, the Accord is designed to exceed expectations with premium technology, a more spacious interior and increased power, while retaining the fun-to-drive character and innovative feel that has always distinguished the Accord." An available 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 engine produces 268-horsepower - the most ever for any Accord - while introducing a new generation of fuel-saving Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) technology and achieving a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV1) rating. The VCM system operates in six-cylinder mode for power and 4- and 3-cylinder modes for efficiency, resulting in an EPA city/highway fuel economy rating of 19/292 miles per gallon (Accord Sedan V-6). Also new for Accord, an Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure enhances frontal collision compatibility with vehicles of different sizes and bumper heights. Additional safety equipment standard to all Accord models includes Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), also known as Electronic Stability Control; side-curtain airbags; dual-chamber front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), active front seat head restraints, anti-lock brakes and more.     The Accord is available in sedan and coupe body styles with 2.4-liter 4-cylinder and 3.5-liter V-6 engine choices. Available transmissions include a 5-speed manual (standard with all 4-cylinder engines), a 5-speed automatic (standard on sedan V-6 models, available with all 4-cylinder engines and V-6-powered Accord Coupes,) and a 6-speed manual transmission (exclusive to the Accord Coupe EX-L V-6 6MT). Sedan trim levels range from the well-equipped Accord Sedan LX and plus-featured LX-P (177-horsepower 4-cylinder engine), to the nicely-equipped Accord Sedan EX (190-horsepower 4-cylinder engine or 268-horsepower V-6 engine), to the premium and upscale Accord Sedan EX-L (190-horsepower 4-cylinder engine or 268-horsepower V-6 engine). Coupe trim levels range from the well-equipped Accord Coupe LX-S (190 horsepower 4-cylinder engine), to the nicely-equipped Accord Coupe EX (190-horsepower 4-cylinder engine) to the premium and upscale Accord Coupe EX-L (190-horsepower 4-cylinder engine or 268-horsepower V-6 engine). Interior Premium quality with a simple, modern and spacious design describes the philosophy behind the Accord's interior. The larger Accord Sedan total interior volume of 120.0 cubic feet (+3.3 cubic feet compared to 2007) moves the EPA classification from the midsize sedan class to the large sedan class. The additional space is intended to provide "equal" seating comfort for front and rear passengers. Rear legroom of 37.2 inches (+0.4 inches) approaches the impressive second row legroom of the Honda Pilot SUV (37.4 inches). The wider interior (+1.5 inches) allows the front seats to be positioned farther apart to allow for a wide center console more commonly associated with the finest luxury vehicles. The Accord interior is designed for a dynamic, intuitive and upscale presence, starting with an easy-to-read information display on every vehicle. A zone styling approach separates operation-related instruments (top) and information-related instruments (lower). At night, the controls are further separated by color to distinguish between climate controls (aqua green) and audio controls (white). Classically-styled gauges for the speedometer and tachometer are perfectly round (instead of being truncated at the bottom). Steering wheel audio controls are standard on every Accord. Careful attention was paid to the symmetry of the exterior and interior of the vehicle - including sight lines related to the dashboard height and the visual presence of the hood to the driver. Redesigned front bucket seats are larger, and feature substantial lateral support to complement the Accord's sporting side. The fold-down lockable rear seatback increases cargo-carrying versatility; the sedan includes a lockable pass-through. Three impressive audio systems are available - all with MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) playback capability and an auxiliary input jack. The standard system features 160 watts, a single-disc CD player and six speakers. A Radio Data System (RDS) displays information broadcast by participating radio stations that often includes call letters, station type and programming information. The Accord Sedan EX and Coupe LX-S add a 6-disc in-dash changer. The premium audio system, which comes standard on Accord EX Coupe and Sedan EX-L models, has a six-disc CD changer, 270 watts total amplification and seven speakers including an 8-inch subwoofer. XM® Satellite Radio is standard equipment on all Accord EX-L models. The latest-generation of the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with voice activation (available on EX-L) uses an 8-inch screen and an interface dial for user input. Features include the Zagat Survey™ guide for restaurants, nightlife, hotels and attractions. Navigation-equipped models also include Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. Exterior Intended to convey a prestigious presence, the Accord Sedan embraces a traditional three-box shape that emphasizes both a dynamic and athletic feel with the sophistication of a timeless sedan form. Dimensionally, the Accord Sedan's overall length of 194.1 inches (4-cylinder models, V-6 models add 0.2 inches for front spoiler lip) is 3.0 inches longer than the 2007 model. The width of 72.7 inches is 1.1 inches wider, and the height of 58.1 inches is 0.9 inches taller. Even though the size is larger in every dimension, the vehicle's torsional rigidity has increased by 20 percent as a result of advanced body construction that uses 48 percent high-tensile steel - the most high-tensile steel by volume of any Accord to date. A significant benefit to the advanced body construction is that total vehicle weight increased only by approximately 5 percent despite the larger size, greater rigidity and added features. The Accord Coupe styling radically breaks from the sedan with a uniquely aggressive image. Its long hood, sleek roofline and muscular lines suggest power and a heightened agility compared to the sedan. Dimensionally, the Accord Coupe's overall length of 190.9 inches is 3.2 inches longer than 2007 model, its width of 72.8 inches is 1.2 inches wider, and its height of 56.4 inches is 0.6 (LX-S) to 0.7 (EX, EX-L) inches higher. Compared to the 2008 Accord Sedan, the Accord Coupe is 3.2 inches shorter in length, 1.7 inches shorter in height and 0.1-inch wider. Chassis A performance-inspired double-wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension are designed to provide world-class chassis dynamics. The Accord Sedan wheelbase of 110.2 inches is 2.3 inches longer than the 2007 model, while the 62.2-inch front/rear track is 1.1 and 1.0 inches wider, respectively. The Accord Coupe wheelbase of 107.9 inches is 2.8 inches longer than the 2007 model (track is identical to sedan). Ultimately, the suspension design with wider tire sizes, standard ABS and standard Vehicle Stability Assist is intended to enhance driver confidence and handling performance. The 2008 Accord Sedan also comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels with wheel covers, or16- or 17-inch aluminum wheels depending on model. (The Accord Coupe has 17-inch aluminum wheels standard, with 18-inch aluminum wheels available on the Coupe V-6). The 17-inch wheels are the first for a four-cylinder Accord and the Coupe's available 18-inch wheels are the largest ever for a Honda car. Powertrain All 2008 Accord engines deliver increased horsepower across the board, along with high fuel efficiency and low emissions. In total, these power plants represent the most powerful and advanced technologies of any Accord in history, and are also projected to deliver excellent real-world fuel economy performance. All engines only require regular unleaded fuel. Powertrain highlights include: 2.4-liter, DOHC, i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine (Sedan LX, LX-P) 177 horsepower at 6500 rpm, 161 lb-ft. of torque at 4300 rpm 5-speed automatic transmission or 5-speed manual transmission Estimated EPA fuel economy of 21/31 mpg City/Highway2 (Sedan, Automatic) PZEV1 or ULEV-2 emissions Accord Sedan EX, EX-L; Coupe LX-S, EX, EX-L includes : High-flow exhaust system with variable-valve silencer 190 horsepower at 7000 rpm, 162 lb-ft. of torque at 4400 rpm 3.5-liter, SOHC, i-VTEC V-6 engine (Sedan EX V-6, EX-L V-6; Coupe EX-L V-6: 5AT) 268 horsepower at 6200 rpm, 248 lb-ft. of torque at 5000 rpm 5-speed automatic transmission V CM for improved fuel efficiency Estimated EPA mileage of 19/29 mpg City/Highway2 (Sedan) PZEV1 or ULEV-2 emissions 3.5-liter, SOHC, VTEC V-6 engine (Coupe EX-L V-6: 6MT) 268 horsepower at 6200 rpm, 248 lb-ft. of torque at 5000 rpm 6-speed manual transmission VTEC provides two intake cam profiles for increased low- and mid-range torque Estimated EPA mileage of 17/25 mpg City/Highway2 ULEV-2 emissions Safety Through a comprehensive and evolving approach to vehicle safety, Honda seeks to provide a high level of occupant and pedestrian protection in all of its cars and trucks, regardless of size or price, as well as increased compatibility with other vehicles as part of the Safety for Everyone initiative introduced in 2003. Consistent with the Safety for Everyone initiative, every 2008 Accord integrates sophisticated safety technology that includes the ACE body structure; side curtain airbags; driver's and front passenger's dual-chamber side airbags with a passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); and dual-stage, dual-threshold driver's and front passenger's airbags (SRS). Additionally, the Accord has active front seat head restraints that are designed to help reduce the severity of neck injury in the event of a rear collision. Standard active safety features include VSA, a four-wheel disc anti-lock brake system (ABS) with brake assist and electronic brake distribution (EBD), front seatbelts with an automatic tensioning system and load limiters, and a pedestrian safety design in the front of the vehicle. Passenger-side seatbelt reminders and daytime running lights are also standard equipment. History The Honda Accord was first Japanese-nameplate car assembled in the United States and calendar year 2007 represents the 25th anniversary of its manufacture here. The first Japanese-built Accord was introduced as a 1976 model, and by 1982 it was being manufactured both in Japan and in a brand-new automobile assembly plant in Marysville, Ohio. The success of the Accord set a path for Honda, and conclusively proved that assembling cars in America was a viable proposition. Seven more Accord generations followed, leading to the eighth-generation 2008 Accord. 1 PZEV models are automatic transmission only, as certified by California Air Resources Board (CARB), are available in California and some Northeastern states. 2 Based on 2008 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.       The Honda Accord   Update: 01/08/2007 - DETROIT -   The Honda Accord Coupe Concept reveals a totally new look for the next-generation Accord, along with key technologies for safety, fuel efficiency and performance, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Accord is Honda's best-selling model in North America and its debut at NAIAS marks the first time that an Accord concept vehicle has ever been shown at a major auto show. The styling of the Accord Coupe Concept conveys a powerful stance through its long hood, deeply sculpted lower body and fastback roofline. A six-sided grille and projector headlamps that recess deep into the front fenders contribute to an unmistakable and aggressive front fascia. Quad exhaust outlets integrated into the rear diffuser further convey performance and style beyond any Accord to date. "The Accord Coupe Concept demonstrates the styling direction for the upcoming, eighth-generation Accord," said John Mendel, senior vice president of American Honda. "As the industry's target for midsize segment excellence, the all-new Accord will set a new benchmark for safety, efficiency, performance, refinement and style."     A more powerful and lower-emissions V6 engine will provide higher fuel efficiency with the incorporation of Honda's next-generation Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) technology. Honda leads the industry with the highest Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) rating for any full line manufacturer* of 29.2 miles per gallon - well above the industry average of 25.3 miles per gallon. As part of Honda's "Safety for Everyone" initiative, all next-generation Accord models will include the company's Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure. Honda's ACE Body Structure incorporates a front-end frame structure that helps absorb and disperse crash energy over a large area in a frontal impact. ACE also makes the vehicle more crash compatible in frontal impacts with vehicles of differing ride heights. The current generations of the Odyssey (2005), Civic (2006) and CR-V (2007) all have the ACE Body Structure. Together, the ACE-equipped vehicles represent more than 50 percent of all 2007 Honda vehicles sold on a sales-weighted basis. With the addition of the next-generation Accord to the lineup of vehicles with ACE, more than 75 percent will be equipped with the technology on a sales-weighted basis after it goes on sale. Honda Accord History The Honda Accord, currently in its seventh generation in 30 years, remains Honda's best-selling vehicle worldwide and has consistently been one of the top five best-selling automobiles in the U.S. Known for its ride and handling, comfort and convenience features, safety, quality and refinement, the Accord delivers world-class style with sophistication and performance. The Accord was launched in 1976 with subsequent major re-designs debuting in 1982, 1986, 1990, 1994, 1998 and 2003. More than 9.5 million Accords have been sold in the U.S. since 1976. Car and Driver magazine named the 2007 Honda Accord as one of the winners of its prestigious and highly competitive annual "10Best Cars" award. The Accord has achieved "10Best" status 21 times in the 25 years that Car and Driver editors have been conducting the competition, more than any other vehicle in the award's history. Honda Accord Coupe Concept Specifications Type: Two-door Coupe Seating Capacity: 5-passenger Engine: i-VTEC V6 * Based on model year 2005 CAFE average fuel economy ratings and weighted sales for passenger-car and light truck fleets sold in the U.S. by major manufacturers. e-mail this page   Update: 08/26/2006 - Torrance, Calif.   The 2007 Accord Special Edition V6 Sedan debuts with popular features that include alloy wheels, steering wheel audio controls, 6-disc CD changer and more. In 2006, the Accord received new front and rear styling as well as a long list of enhancements including more power on 4- and 6-cylinder models, more comfort and convenience features, and an impressive list of standard safety features that includes side curtain airbags.     Accord Accord Special Edition V6 Sedan introduced: new trim level provides a high-value feature package including 17-inch alloy wheels, rear disc brakes, steering wheel audio controls, 6-disc CD changer and alarm system New colors: Moroccan Red Pearl (Sedan), Cool Blue Metallic (Sedan), Tango Red Pearl (Hybrid)   ,.   08/26/2006 - Torrance, Calif. - 2007 ACCORD SEDAN SPECIFICATIONS 2007 ACCORD SEDAN Value Package LX/LX Special Edition EX LX V-6/ SE V-6 EX V-6/ EX V-6 MT Hybrid ENGINE Type: Aluminum-Alloy In-Line 4 In-Line 4 In-Line 4 V-6 V-6 V-6 Displacement (cc) 2354 2354 2354 2997 2997 2997 Bore x Stroke (mm) 87 x 99 87 x 99 87 x 99 86 x 86 86 x 86 86 x 86 Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net, Rev 8/04) 166@5800 166@5800 166@5800 244@6250 244@6250 253@6000 Torque (lb.-ft.@rpm) 160@4000 160@4000 160@4000 211@5000 211@5000 232@5000 Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.7:1 9.7:1 10.0:1 10.0:1 10.5:1 Valve Train 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC 24-Valve SOHC VTEC 24-Valve SOHC VTEC 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC Fuel System: Multi-Point Fuel Injection X X X X X X Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer X X X X X X Drive-by-Wire Throttle System X X X X X X CARB Emissions Ratings LEV-2 LEV-2/PZEV* LEV-2/PZEV* LEV-2/ULEV-2** LEV-2/ ULEV-2** AT-PZEV EPA Emissions Rating Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 100-000-Miles-or-More Tune-Up Interval*** X X X X X X POWERTRAIN Type: Front-Wheel Drive X X X X X X Manual Transmission: 5-Speed X X X . . . Automatic Transmission: 5-Speed Available Available Available X X X Close-Ratio 6-Speed Manual Transmission . . . . 6MT only . Gear Ratios: 1st (MT/AT/6MT) 3.267/2.652/NA 3.267/2.652/NA 3.267/2.652/NA NA/2.564/NA NA/2.564/3.933 NA/2.685/NA 2nd 1.769/1.517/NA 1.769/1.517/NA 1.769/1.517/NA NA/1.552/NA NA/1.552/2.478 NA/1.565/NA 3rd 1.147/1.037/NA 1.147/1.037/NA 1.147/1.037/NA NA/1.022/NA NA/1.022/1.700 NA/1.023/NA 4th 0.872/0.738/NA 0.872/0.738/NA 0.872/0.738/NA NA/0.727/NA NA/0.727/1.250 NA/0.729/NA 5th 0.659/0.566/NA 0.659/0.566/NA .659/0.566/NA 0NA/0.520/NA NA/0.520/0.976 NA/0.530/NA 6th NA/NA/NA NA/NA/NA NA/NA/NA NA/NA/NA NA/NA/0.771 NA/NA/NA Reverse 3.583/2.000/NA 3.583/2.000/NA 3.583/2.000/NA NA/1.846/NA NA/1.846/4.008 NA/1.888/NA Final Drive Ratio 4.389/4.438/NA 4.389/4.438/NA 4.389/4.438/NA NA/4.429/NA NA/4.429/3.286 NA/4.375/NA CHASSIS Body Type: Unit Body Construction X X X X X X Double Wishbone Front Suspension X X X X X X Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear) 25.4/NA 25.4/14.0 25.4/14.0 25.4/13.0 25.4/13.0 25.4/14.0 Variable Assist Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering X X X X X X Five-Link Double Wishbone Rear Suspension X X X X X X Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) 36.1 36.1 36.1 39.6 39.6 36.1 Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes X X . . . . Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes . SE only X X X X Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control . . . X X X Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) X X X X X X Disc Brake Diameter (in., front/rear) 11.1/NA 11.1/NA 11.1/10.2 11.1/10.2 11.1/10.2 . Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-To-Lock 2.94 2.94 2.94 2.75 2.75 3.17 Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) . SE only X X X X Wheels 15" w/Full Covers 15" w/Full Covers 16" Alloy (SE) 16" Alloy 17" Alloy 17" Alloy/ Exclusive 17" Alloy 16" Lighweight Alloy Tires:All-Season P195/65 R15 P205/65 R15/ P205/60 R16 (SE) P205/60 R16 P215/50 R17 P215/50 R17 P215/60 R16 Shock Absorbers (Hydraulic, Nitrogen Gas-Filled) X X X X X X EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS Wheelbase (in.) 107.9 107.9 107.9 107.9 107.9 107.9 Length (in.) 191.1 191.1 191.1 191.1 191.1 191.1 Height (in.) 57.2 57.2 57.2 57.3 57.3 57.2 Width (in.) 71.6 71.6 71.6 71.6 71.6 71.6 Track (in., front/rear) 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 Curb Weight (lbs., MT/AT) 3124/3188 3133/3197 3126/3192 (SE) 3161/3288 LX V-6: NA/3413 SE V-6: NA/3344   3371/3435 NA/3605 INTERIOR DIMENSIONS Headroom (in., front/rear) 40.4/38.5 40.4/38.5 38.3/36.8 LX V-6: 38.3/36.8 SE V-6: 40.4/38.5 38.3/36.8 38.3/36.8 Legroom (in., front/rear) 42.6/36.8 42.6/36.8 42.6/36.8 42.6/36.8 42.6/36.8 42.6/36.8 Shoulder Room (in., front/rear) 56.9/56.1 56.9/56.1 56.9/56.1 56.9/56.1 56.9/56.1 56.9/56.1 Hiproom (in., front/rear) 54.6/53.5 54.6/53.5 54.6/53.5 54.6/53.5 54.6/53.5 54.6/53.5 Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 14.0 14.0 14.0 14.0 14.0 11.2 Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 102.7 102.7 97.7 LX V-6: 97.7 SE V-6: 102.7 97.7 97.7 Seating Capacity 5 5 5 5 5 5 2007 ACCORD SEDAN Value Package LX/LX Special Edition EX LX V-6 / SE V-6 EX V-6/EX V-6 MT Accord Hybrid EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES****/FUEL CAPACITY 5-Speed Manual (City/Highway) 26/34 26/34 26/34 . . . 6-Speed Manual (City/Highway) . . . . 21/30 . 5-Speed Automatic (City/Highway) 24/34 24/34 24/34 20/29 20/29 28/35 Fuel (gal.) 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 Required Fuel Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded * AT models are PZEV-rated in California and certain northeastern states. Federal emissions rating for those models is Tier 2/Bin 2. ** Available in California and certain northeastern states. *** Does not apply to fluid and filter changes. Exact mileage is determined by actual driving conditions. Please see your owner's manual for more details. ****Based on 2007 EPA mileage estimates. Acutal mileage may vary.       08/26/2006 - Torrance, Calif. - 2007 ACCORD COUPE SPECIFICATIONS 2007 ACCORD COUPE LX EX LX V-6 EX V-6 EX V-6 MT ENGINE Type: Aluminum-Alloy In-Line 4 In-Line 4 V-6 V-6 V-6 Displacement (cc) 2354 2354 2997 2997 2997 Bore x Stroke (mm) 87.0 x 99.0 87.0 x 99.0 86.0 x 86.0 86.0 x 86.0 86.0 x 86.0 Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) 166@5800 166@5800 244@6250 244@6250 244@6250 Torque (lb.-ft.@rpm) 160@4000 160@4000 211@5000 211@5000 211@5000 Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.7:1 10.0:1 10.0:1 10.0:1 Valve Train 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC 24-Valve SOHC VTEC 24-Valve SOHC VTEC 24-Valve SOHC VTEC Fuel System: Multi-Point Fuel Injection X X X X X Direct Ignition System w/ Immobilizer X X X X X High-Performance Intake Manifold . . X X X CARB Emissions Ratings (CARB/EPA) * LEV-2/PZEV* LEV-2/PZEV* LEV-2/ULEV-2** LEV-2/ULEV-2** LEV-2/ULEV-2** EPA Emissions Ratings Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 Tier 2, Bin 5 100,000-Miles-or-More Tune-Up Interval *** 110,000 110,000 105,000 105,000 105,000 POWERTRAIN LX EX LX V-6 EX V-6 EX V-6 MT Type: Front-Wheel Drive X X X X X Manual Transmission: 5-Speed X X . . . Manual Transmission: Close-Ratio 6-Speed . . . . X Automatic Transmission: 5-Speed Available Available X X   Gear Ratios: 1st (MT/AT) 3.267/2.652 3.267/2.652 NA/2.563 NA/2.563 3.933/NA 2nd 1.769/1.517 1.769/1.517 NA/1.552 NA/1.552 2.487/NA 3rd 1.147/1.037 1.147/1.037 NA/1.022 NA/1.022 1.700/NA 4th 0.872/0.738 0.872/0.738 NA/0.727 NA/0.727 1.250/NA 5th 0.659/0.566 0.659/0.566 NA/0.520 NA/0.520 0.976/NA 6th NA NA NA NA 0.771/NA Reverse 3.583/2.000 3.583/2.000 NA/1.846 NA/1.846 4.008/NA Final Drive Ratio 4.389/4.438 4.389/4.438 NA/4.429 NA/4.429 3.286/NA CHASSIS Body Type: Unit Body X X X X X Double Wishbone Front Suspension X X X X X Five-Link Double Wishbone Rear Suspension X X X X X Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear) 25.4/14.0 25.4/14.0 25.4/14.0 25.4/14.0 25.4/14.0 Front Shock Tower Bar . . . . X Variable Assist Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering X X X X X Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) 35.4 35.4 38.9 38.9 38.9 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control . . X X X Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) X X X X X Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes X X X X X Disc Brake Diameter (in., front/rear) 11.1/Drum 11.1/10.2 11.1/10.2 11.1/10.2 11.8/10.2 Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) . X X X X Wheels 16" Alloy 16" Alloy 17" Alloy 17" Alloy Exclusive 17" Alloy Tires: All-Season P205/60 R16 P205/60 R16 P215/50 R17 P215/50 R17 P215/50 R17 EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS LX EX LX V-6 EX V-6 EX V-6 MT Wheelbase (in.) 105.1 105.1 105.1 105.1 105.1 Length (in.) 187.8 187.8 187.8 187.8 187.8 Height (in.) 55.7 55.7 55.8 55.8 55.8 Width (in.) 71.3 71.3 71.3 71.3 71.3 Track (in., front/rear) 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 61.1/61.2 Curb Weight (lbs., MT/AT) 3053/3122 3093/3153 NA/3353 NA/3360 3298/NA INTERIOR DIMENSIONS LX EX LX V-6 EX V-6 EX V-6 MT Headroom (in., front/rear) 39.8/36.1 37.5/36.1 37.5/36.1 37.5/36.1 37.5/36.1 Legroom (in., front/rear) 43.1/31.9 43.1/31.9 43.1/31.9 43.1/31.9 43.1/31.9 Shoulder Room (in., front/rear) 56.1/55.4 56.1/55.4 56.1/55.4 56.1/55.4 56.1/55.4 Hiproom (in., front/rear) 54.2/46.1 54.2/46.1 54.2/46.1 54.2/46.1 54.2/46.1 Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8 Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 91.1 88.0 88.0 88.0 88.0 Seating Capacity 5 5 5 5 5 EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES****/FUEL CAPACITY LX EX LX V-6 EX V-6 EX V-6 MT 5-Speed Manual (City/Highway) 26/34 26/34 . . . 5-Speed Automatic (City/Highway) 24/34 24/34 20/29 20/29 . 6-Speed Manual (City/Highway) . . . . 21/30 Fuel (gal.) 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 Required Fuel Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded * AT models are PZEV-rated in California and certain northeastern states.Federal emissions rating for those models is Tier 2/Bin 2. ** Available in California and certain northeastern states. *** Does not apply to fluid and filter changes. Exact mileage is determined by actual driving conditions. Please see your owner's manual for more details. **** Based on 2007 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary.