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Here comes the dream sedan! A real dream car, Accord V6 was launched by Honda in March 2009, and has never looked back since then. Honda has already earned a good brand-name in the Indian car market and now they have raised the brand-name glory with the launching this 8th generation Accord. The car is quite feature rich and largely emphasized for security concerns. The price range, of course, is quite higher and not affordable for all buyers. Nevertheless its popularity is rising day by day.

Highlighting Features:

The car is a stylish looking sedan and does not miss any of the common features of a luxury car. The external body shape is brilliantly designed taking care of proportionate matching of every assembly. The sedan is powered by a 3471 cc, 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC engine delivering power output of 271 Bhp @ 6200 rpm, functions perfectly as per the expectations. Other engineering specifications are as follows.

• General statistics-
• Name and Model : Honda Accord V6
• Ex showroom price (Mumbai) : Rs 17,53,000 (may vary)
• Body type : Sedan
• Available colors :
  • Alabaster Silver Metallic,
  • Basque Red Pearl,
  • Bold Beige Metallic,
  • Crystal Black Pearl,
  • Mystic Green Metallic,
  • Polished Metal Metallic,
  • Royal Blue Pearl,
  • White Diamond Pearl,
  • Bali Blue Pearl,
  • Dark Cherry Pearl,
  • Tafetta White
• Engine type : Petrol
• Maximum power : 271 Bhp @ 6200 rpm
• Maximum torque : 339 Nm @ 5000 rpm
• Steering : Power
• Brakes : Ventilated Disc (Front), Disc (Rear)
• Gears : 5-speed automatic transmission
• Wheels : 17″ Alloy
• Fuel tank size : 64.8
• Fuel efficiency : 6.6 kmpl (City mileage), 7.7 kmpl (Highway mileage)
• Seating Capacity : 5
• Seat adjustment : Power Seats
• AC / Non-AC : Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System
• Music system : 160-Watt AM/FM/6-Disc In-Dash Audio System with 6 Speakers

Comments -

With the launch of Accord V6, Honda has added to the list of luxurious sedans, a nicely engineered automotive. The car can be described as a “Complete sedan”, with the feature list containing all the common as well as few newly added innovative features and systems.

The 3.6L V6 petrol engine is the power generator of the superb sedan, supported by Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) Technology. The VCM technology manages to run the engine with six, four or three cylinders, based upon the best fuel efficiency scheme as per the driving conditions. This kind of activation and deactivation of cylinders yields the maximum power output and the highest fuel consumption efficiency.

The driving experience is extremely pleasant and satisfying with power peak of 271 Bhp @ 6200 rpm and a peak torque of 339 Nm @ 5000 rpm. The cylinder deactivation technology has blessed the car to attain fairly admirable acceleration.

Honda Accord V6, running at highways (or in cities!) is absolutely eye-catching with its pleasant shape and glazing body color. The interior of the car is equally handsome in terms of the color schemes. Accord V6 is available with a great variety in the exterior colors and the interior leather linen. Other highlights in the exterior look are the 17” alloy wheels which simply multiplies the looks.

About 16 feet in length and 6 feet in breadth, the car suffices all space needs of a luxurious car. The seating capacity is 5 persons with no comfort compromise. The seats are powered for adjustments, provided with 3-Point Seat Belts, with Automatic Tensioning System.

No matter however long the routes may be, the 16 watt 6 speaker audio systems can make your journey absolutely jazzy. Driving the Accord V6 at highways accompanied by some rocky music would certainly be something that has to be experienced.

The security systems are all designed considering the extreme situations and are kept functioning at high standards. Systems such as Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) or Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) are the best representatives in this respect. In regards of security features Honda Accord V6 can be considered as one of the top sedans across the globe.

Pros :

• Full size sedan with a great stylish look
• Available in varied and antique exterior color range and interior fabric styles
• Highly spacious interior with brilliantly designed comfort features, Seating capacity- 5 persons
• Driver’s Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment including Power Lumbar Support
• Fold-Down Rear-Seat Center Armrest
• 160-Watt AM/FM/6-Disc In-Dash Audio System with 6 Speakers
• Large wheelbase with perfect length-width-height proportion (192-74-58 inches)
• Wide opening doors offering entrance ease
• Well suited for single person style ride as well as comfortable family outing
• Powerful 3.5L, 271 hp V-6 petrol engine
• Engine consisting of Variable Cylinder Management(VCM) technology offering both brisk acceleration and highly efficient fuel consumption
• Large fuel tank with excellent fuel consumption rate at highways
• Available both choices for transmission mode, 5-speed manual and 5-speed automatic
• 17” alloy wheels adding up to the exterior beauty
• Power seats, Power windows and Power steering
• Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering
• Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes
• ABS and EBD
• Immense security measures, 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions, with Automatic Tensioning System
• Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Reminder
• Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) capable of being inflated at different rates depending on crash severity, seat-belt usage and other factors
• Dual-Chamber Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) and Side-Impact Door Beams for side impact protection
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Maintenance Minder System
• Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) Indicator

Cons :

• Higher price range
• Sunroof and moonroof are absent
• Little confusing dashboard full of number of buttons (controls)

Bottom Line :

It is a perfectly crafted sedan, paying enough compensation for the (high) cost. Enormously stylish and well engineered both interior and exterior, the buyers can boast of owning a decent and powerful sedan. Equipped fully with all exceptionally good security measures the car is one of the safest sedans. Briefly, buying Honda Accord V6 is a brilliant deal.