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The car

The Honda Accord Elegance is the mid variant car; it has basic upgraded features which provide high end drive satisfaction. The mid variant car has features like door trims, front and rear chrome grill and lots of goodies in the interior section. The Honda Accord Elegance comes with ABS which is a must for a high powered car. The 2.4 liter engine produces whooping 171 BHP of raw power, it is enough to melt your dreams and give you a shot of reality. ABS is an essential tool when it comes to safety and drive quality. With the use of ABS the car does not skid off route when driving in wet or dry conditions. Power steering is given which helps in giving directions; power steering is electronically controlled and has best results when driving on smooth surfaced roads. Changing lanes or cornering is lot easier when power steering is in use. The interior section of Honda Accord Elegance is draped in leather. Yes, real wood finish has been given to the dash board of the car. Central Locking feature is given which ensures the safety of the car. At times you might park the car in an unknown place, in such situations there are chances of theft. Central locking helps to keep the car secured and safe, even in an accident the doors of the car remain intact due to central locking.

The Honda Accord Elegance comes with a trunk spoiler which is a must for a powerful car. A rear end spoiler keeps the car on the ground when the speed increases. A low air drag flow is created when the rear end spoiler is in use. 171 BHP of uncontrolled power unleashed when you red line the car. 8 types setup is given for driver seat, now you can sit comfortably inside the Accord. Special accessory pocket is given which can be used to store all your valuables. Air conditioning setup can be done according to your requirements, a special mode is given where the onboard computer calculates the external temperature and ensures to keep the interior section cozy. Noise reduction carpet keeps the interior and your mind off the loud noise. This is one of the important aspects when you are buying a wonder car like Accord, vibrations are also reduced when this carpet is installed in the car. Now you can chill out in the official music zone as there is an external audio jack given in the rear seats too. You can plug in your IPod and have a blast when it comes to driving with favorite music. You can adjust the height of headlight which is given, this helps in increasing the vision of the driver. It is a must if you wish to use the vehicle at night time.

Looks of the car

The interior section is chiseled with leather to bring a huge smile on your face. Beige colored interiors are given which look classy and trendy. Driver and navigator seats are given extra support which helps in driving for long duration. Glove box with locking facility is given, now you can store all your valuables when traveling for long journeys. Power lumbar support is installed in all seats of the car.

Honda New Accord 2.4 M/T Interior

• Air Conditioner - Yes
• Heater - Yes
• Adjustable Steering Column - Yes
• Tachometer - Yes
• Electronic Multi-Trip meter - Yes
• Leather Seats - Yes
• Fabric Upholstery - No
• Leather Steering Wheel - Yes
• Glove Compartment - Yes
• Digital Clock - Yes
• Outside Temperature Display - Yes
• Cigarette Lighter - Yes
• Digital Odometer - Yes

Exterior of Accord is designed to perfection in the Elegance variant. Chrome filled grills increase the looks of the car. Rear end section is tipped with a spoiler which keeps the car down when traveling in three digit speeds. ABS option ensures to increase the safety of passengers traveling. Body colored bumpers add up to the looks of the car, they absorb the after shocks which are created when the car collides with an obstacle.

Honda New Accord 2.4 M/T Exterior

• Adjustable Headlights - Yes
• Fog Lights - Front - Yes
• Fog Lights - Rear - Yes
• Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror - Yes
• Manually Adjustable Ext. Rear View Mirror - No
• Electric Folding Rear View Mirror - Yes
• Rain Sensing Wiper - Yes
• Rear Window Wiper - No
• Rear Window Washer - No
• Rear Window Defogger - Yes
• Wheel Covers - No
• Alloy Wheels - Yes
• Power Antenna - No
• Tinted Glass - Yes
• Rear Spoiler - No

Performance of the car

Automatic transmission is present in the Elegance model which is smooth and preferred after a hectic day at work. Red line the car and it will deliver more than 200kmph speed. Fuel economy is something that is not taken care by the Accord. In city the car delivers an average of 7kmpl and 9km to the liter on the highway.

Value of the car

The car comes with a 2 year warranty which can be used if faced with technical problems. The car is reliable when it comes to stamina and performance. Maintenance issues are present but taken good care by Honda Management.

Verdict

Go for it if you have the need to travel in luxury. The front console is quite good and provides a relaxed feeling when traveling. Everything is tuned to perfection in the Accord. Drive quality is extremely important when you are investing so much money. The Accord ensures to deliver the drive quality over stretched tarmac and unlocked dreams of life.

Technical specifications of the car

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Engine

• Engine Type - In-Line Engine
• Engine Description - 2.4L 178bhp i-VTEC
• Engine Displacement(cc) - 2354
• No. of Cylinders - 4
• Maximum Power - 180 @ 6,500 (PS@rpm)
• Maximum Torque - 22.6 @ 6,500 (kgm@rpm)
• Valves per Cylinder - 4
• Valve Configuration - DOHC
• Fuel Supply System - PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection)
• Turbo Charger - No
• Super Charger - No

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Transmission

• Transmission Type - Automatic
• Gear box - 5 Speed
• Drive Type - 4WD
• Synchronizers - Reverse only

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Suspension System

• Front Suspension - Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Spring and Stabilizer
• Rear Suspension - Multi-Link with Coil Spring and Stabilizer

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Steering

• Steering Type - Power
• Steering Column - Tilt & Telescopic
• Steering Gear Type - Hydraulic Assisted Rack & Pinion
• Turning Radius (wheel base) - 5.6 m

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Brake System

• Front Brake Type - Ventilated Disc
• Rear Brake Type - Disc

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Fuel

• Mileage-City (kmpl) - 7.8
• Mileage-Highway (kmpl) - 10.2
• Fuel Type - Petrol
• Fuel Tank Capacity (liters) - 70
• Emission Norm Compliance - Euro IV

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Tires

• Tire Size - 215/60 R16
• Tire Type - Tubeless Radial
• Alloy Wheel Size - 16 inches

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Other Specifications

• Seating Capacity - 5
• No of Doors - 4

General Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Car Details

• Country of Assembly - India
• Country of Manufacture - Japan
• Introduction Date - 13-May-08
• Warranty Time - 2 years
• Warranty Distance - 80,000 kms

Honda New Accord 2.4 Elegance A/T Exterior Dimension

• Length - 4,950 mm
• Width - 1,845 mm
• Height - 1,475 mm
• Ground Clearance - 155 mm
• Wheel Base - 2,800 mm
• Front Tread - 1,585 mm
• Rear Tread - 1,585 mm
• Kerb Weight - 1,525 kg