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2008 Honda Accord
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[Edit] The 8th-generation Honda Accord sedan sets new standards of refinement and new benchmarks for its competitors. The new Accord measures five inches longer and one inch wider than the Toyota Camry. An inch or more space has been added to back-seat leg and knee room in the more spacious cabin. Richer cabin materials are also in abundance, with a choice of stain or wood accents, very much like an Acura interior.
The DOHC 2.4-liter four remains the base engine, rated at 177 or 190 hp. The high-output version comes with variable-valve timing hardware and revs to a 7,100-rpm redline, providing shades of that old Honda magic. The SOHC V6 grows from 3.0 to 3.5 liters, spinning out an impressive 268 hp. In the sedan, the V6 comes equipped with Honda's VCM (variable cylinder management) system, which allows it to run on 3, 4, or all 6 cylinders. Honda figures it adds a gallon per mile to the overall mpg numbers. Although the engines produce more power, the new Accords' gas mileage remains the same as or better than (depending on the reviewer) that of the '07s. The V6 gets 19 mpg city and 29 highway, with the fours rated at 21/31 mpg.
In the sedan only the four-cylinder engines get the five-speed manual, with a five-speed automatic optional. The high-output four and the V6 come with a noise-canceling system that works through the Accord's speaker system.
The front suspension has undergone changes, with a new variable-ratio, variable-effort steering system added. The high-output four and the V6 get front spring tower braces. Honda has lowered the car's center of gravity and raised its roll centers, which add up to much less body roll in the turns. Overall, reviewers praised the new Accord's firm but compliant ride, ranking it at a higher level of sophistication than its competitors.
Honda has made safety a priority for the whole line. The Accord comes standard with ABS brakes, traction control, brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution, stability control, dual-stage front airbags, front-row side-impact thorax bags, side-curtain airbags front and back, and active head restraints. Honda also redesigned the front end to reduce injures in case of collision with a pedestrian.
This all comes at a similar price point to last year's model. But Honda is not doing this only for consumers - it's aiming at Toyota's Camry and Nissan's Altima.
The DOHC 2.4-liter four remains the base engine, rated at 177 or 190 hp. The high-output version comes with variable-valve timing hardware and revs to a 7,100-rpm redline, providing shades of that old Honda magic. The SOHC V6 grows from 3.0 to 3.5 liters, spinning out an impressive 268 hp. In the sedan, the V6 comes equipped with Honda's VCM (variable cylinder management) system, which allows it to run on 3, 4, or all 6 cylinders. Honda figures it adds a gallon per mile to the overall mpg numbers. Although the engines produce more power, the new Accords' gas mileage remains the same as or better than (depending on the reviewer) that of the '07s. The V6 gets 19 mpg city and 29 highway, with the fours rated at 21/31 mpg.
In the sedan only the four-cylinder engines get the five-speed manual, with a five-speed automatic optional. The high-output four and the V6 come with a noise-canceling system that works through the Accord's speaker system.
The front suspension has undergone changes, with a new variable-ratio, variable-effort steering system added. The high-output four and the V6 get front spring tower braces. Honda has lowered the car's center of gravity and raised its roll centers, which add up to much less body roll in the turns. Overall, reviewers praised the new Accord's firm but compliant ride, ranking it at a higher level of sophistication than its competitors.
Honda has made safety a priority for the whole line. The Accord comes standard with ABS brakes, traction control, brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution, stability control, dual-stage front airbags, front-row side-impact thorax bags, side-curtain airbags front and back, and active head restraints. Honda also redesigned the front end to reduce injures in case of collision with a pedestrian.
This all comes at a similar price point to last year's model. But Honda is not doing this only for consumers - it's aiming at Toyota's Camry and Nissan's Altima.
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What are people paying for a basic 2008 honda accord LX Sedan?
2 posts.
Created by peterm100.
Last post on Nov 25, 2007 at 2:55:29 AM
when is the accord coupe with nav and manual trans. will be on the market ?
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Created by jyadid.
Last post on Oct 16, 2007 at 10:10:12 PM
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- Mike Hanley calls the 2008 Accord an improved version of a car already near the top of its segment, saying its ride and handling find a sweet spot combining smooth comfort with sporty feel... www.cars.com
- Road test rates the 2008 Accord sedan above average in fuel economy, ride quality, passenger room, controls, and overall value ... consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com
- Ron Kiino pits the '08 Accord against the '07 Camry and gives the Accord the win for its sporty looks, interior niceties, and comfortable, but still sporty ride... www.motortrend.com
- User Ratings & Reviews... autos.msn.com
- 2008 Honda Accord Review by autoMedia.com... www.automedia.com
2008 Honda Accord Specifications
| EX V6 | LX | EX-L V6 | EX | LX-P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original MSRP | $25,960 | $20,360 | $28,060 | $23,060 | $21,360 |
| Engine | 3.5L 268 hp V6 | 2.4L 177 hp I4 | 3.5L 268 hp V6 | 2.4L 190 hp I4 | 2.4L 177 hp I4 |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 268 @ 6200 | 177 @ 6500 | 268 @ 6200 | 190 @ 7000 | 177 @ 6500 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 248 @ 5000 | 161 @ 4300 | 248 @ 5000 | 162 @ 4400 | 161 @ 4300 |
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Std. | N/A | Std. | N/A | N/A |
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive | N/A | Std. | N/A | Std. | Std. |
| City MPG | 19 | 22 | 19 | 22 | 22 |
| Highway MPG | 29 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 31 |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| EX-L | |||||
| Original MSRP | $25,060 | ||||
| Engine | 2.4L 190 hp I4 | ||||
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 190 @ 7000 | ||||
| Torque (@rpm) | 162 @ 4400 | ||||
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | N/A | ||||
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive | Std. | ||||
| City MPG | 22 | ||||
| Highway MPG | 31 | ||||
| Seating | 5 | ||||
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A |
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