QUESTIONS ON THE TIP OF YOUR TONGUE

 What’s the general direction for the new Accord?

The new Accord will provide a strong challenge to the traditional premium manufacturers in the D-sector with sporty styling, greater refinement and excellent driving dynamics. All engines in the line up are designed to meet Euro 5 legislation, and its sector-leading package of safety systems rivals most E-sector cars.

 The new Accord will play an important role in continuing to strengthen Honda’s market position, particularly in the corporate sector.

What are the Accord’s main competitors?

Audi A4 (TDI 140 or 170 S Line), BMW 3 Series (320d SE or 318d M Sport) and Lexus IS mid-grade models (220d or 220d SE).

The Accord’s key grade is the ES GT, which offers excellent value for money versus its competitors with sports suspension, half-leather upholstery, an aero kit and 17-inch wheels.

How much will the Accord cost?

The entry level ES, saloon costs £19,260 on-the-road (petrol) and £21,060 on-the-road (diesel). The ES GT, which we expect to be the core derivative, is priced at £20,110 OTR (petrol) and £21,910 OTR (diesel). The Advanced Navigation Pack including DVD Sat Nav, Bluetooth hands-free telephone, rear parking camera and 6CD changer with premium audio, is available as an option.

The EX grade starts at £22,260 on-the-road and is fitted with the Advanced Navigation Pack as standard, while the ADAS safety technology package is available as an option.

Tourer

The entry level Tourer ES is priced at £20,560 OTR (petrol) and £22,360 OTR (diesel). The ES GT grade starts from £21,410 (petrol) and £23,210 (diesel) and includes the Advanced Navigation Pack, like the saloon.

The EX grade includes the Advanced Navigation Pack and starts from £24,560 OTR (petrol) and £25,360 (diesel) and the ADAS safety technology is available as an option.