Honda picked their new Silicon Valley facility as the location to unveil their new 2016 Honda Accord, a model which they say is the most high-tech Honda Accord ever.
Both the sedan and coupe will be facelifted, but the initial image set released by Honda only shows the sedan, which is good for us anyway since we only get the sedan in Malaysia. Details on the facelifted Accord Hybrid will come later.
Exterior-wise, the new 2016 Honda Accord gets a more sharply creased front bumper with outside edges that tuck into intake-like meshed areas that house new LED fog lights. The new jewelled headlamps are very Acura-esque.
There’s also a new aluminum hood features sharper character lines. In the rear, the Accord gets restyled LED taillights and a similarly aggressive rear bumper fascia redesign.
In terms of safety features, the Honda Sensing suite is now available on the Accord. This includes Collision Mitigation Braking System with Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Mitigation with Lane Departure Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control.
Honda Sensing is optional on all trim levels except the Touring trim where it is standard. Other safety features include a Multi-Angle Rearview Camera, an and auto high-beam headlamps.
There are big changes with the infotainment system – it now supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The US market press release says the Accord which is due for an August market launch will continue with the existing engine line-up there, which is a direct injected 2.4 litre paired to a CVT gearbox and a 3.5 litre V6 paired to a six-speed auto.
This means it could be the same for our market – the 2.0 or 2.4 litre engines paired to a five-speed auto should continue.
- 2016 Honda Accord
- 2016 Honda Accord
- 2016 Honda Accord
- 2016 Honda Accord with Android Auto™
- 2016 Honda Accord with Android Auto™
- 2016 Honda Accord with Apple CarPlay®
- 2016 Honda Accord with Apple CarPlay®
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments on the Honda Accord facelift highlight its subtle yet positive exterior and interior refinements, such as redesigned lights, a high-res MID, and minor interior updates. Many appreciate the improved design, with some noting a more sophisticated, even luxury-like appearance, resembling other premium brands like Mercedes-Benz. Enthusiasts express hope for new engines and transmission options, like the 2.0 EarthDreams DI and 6+ speed gearboxes. There's excitement about the advanced safety features, which are seen as a competitive edge over rivals like the Camry. Some comments mention that the updates make the Accord more appealing and better styled, though a few critics are disappointed with minimal changes. Overall, sentiments are positive, emphasizing the car's enhanced look, features, and competitiveness.