2013 Honda Accord Sedan

2013 Honda Accord Sedan

Summary

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Completely re-designed for 2013, the Honda Accord sedan is a FWD mid-size car with seating for five. The base Accord is powered by the same 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 185 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque. For increased performance Honda offers a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 278 hp and 252 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options are comprised of a 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, and automatic CVT transmission. Fuel mileage falls within an EPA estimated range of 20 mpg city to 34 mpg highway, depending on engine selection. Available features include 18-inch wheels, steering wheel mounted controls, premium audio, dual zone automatic climate control, power moonroof, hands-free phone capabilities, rearview camera, USB audio interface, navigation system, and voice recognition. Safety is comprised of front airbags, front-side airbags, side curtain airbags, vehicle stability assist (VSA), anti-lock brakes (ABS), tire pressure monitoring (TPMS), and electronic brake distribution (EBD). The Accord Sedan is backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2013 Honda Accord Sedan

The Accord is a mid-sized car, competing against some of the best-selling vehicles in America. Prime targets for the Accord include the Camry and the Altima. The Accord is a solid value and the chassis is capable and sophisticated enough to be optioned up into a fairly luxurious vehicle, This versatility allows it to be either a spacious alternative to many economy cars or a less expensive alternative to many luxury cars. There is even a stylish coupe available with performance that matches many sports cars.

What's new for 2013?

The Accord enters its ninth generation in 2013. Completely redesigned, the new Accord is actually slightly smaller than last year's car on the outside. However, interior dimensions have grown in several key areas, such as rear seat leg room. Most available engines make more power over last year. Styling has also been redesigned, and the 2013 Accord looks more grown up and sophisticated.

Model Strengths

• Fuel efficiency
• interior space
• long history of reliability
• large number of configurations available.

Model Review

The 2013 Accord is available as a sedan or a coupe and features two different engine choices. The basic engine is a 2.4L 4-cylinder making 185 hp, or 189 hp in 'Sport' tune. The optional engine is a 3.5L V6 that makes 278 hp. Transmission options include a continuously variable transmission (CVT), only available on the 4-cylinder and a traditional manual transmission, which is available on 4-cylinder sedans as well as on 4 and 6-cylinder coupes.

2013 Honda Accord Sedan

2013 Honda Accord Sedan

Safety Ratings What do the Safety Ratings mean? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) performs independent crash testing of new vehicles and then assigns them a score based on their performance. The overall crash test rating is based on how a vehicle performs in the following tests: Driver Crash Grade: Measures the chance of a serious injury to a crash test dummy that is placed in a driver's seat and driven into a fixed barrier at 35 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less chance of injury. Passenger Crash Grade: Similar to the driver crash grade, only now the focus is on the passenger. Rollover Resistance: Simulates an emergency lane change to measure the likelihood of a vehicle rolling over. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less risk of rollover. Side Impact Crash Test - Front: Focuses on the front side of a vehicle. It simulates crashes that can occur in intersections by striking a 3,015-pound weight against the side of a vehicle at 38.5 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 5 percent or less chance of injury. Side Impact Crash Test - Rear: Similar to the front side impact test only now the focus is on the rear passenger.
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Safety Features & Equipment

2013 Honda Accord Sedan

4dr I4 CVT EX-L w/Navi PZEV

2013 Honda Accord Sedan

4dr I4 CVT EX-L w/Navi PZEV