Sawasdee-kap. We’re reporting from the 2019 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) and kicking off our live coverage from Impact Muang Thong Thani is the new 2019 Honda Accord, which was officially launched in Thailand last week. From what we can see so far, this is the biggest car at BIMS 2019 in terms of mass market relevance.
First revealed in July 2017 in the US, the tenth-generation Accord for our region ditches the 2.0L and 2.4L naturally aspirated engines from the previous generation for a 1.5 litre turbo engine and a 2.0 litre hybrid version. There’s no base NA variant, so the Accord starts at a higher price than the Camry and Teana in Thailand.
Similarly, the old car’s five-speed torque converter auto is no more – the range is now CVT-only. By the way, push button gear selection is only for the 10-speed automatic transmission, like in the nine-speed auto CR-V; the CVT that ASEAN gets come with a regular lever.
The 1.5 litre VTEC Turbo engine, as used in the Civic and CR-V, puts out 190 PS and 243 Nm of torque from 1,500 to 5,500 rpm in this application. This is essentially the “CR-V tune” of the engine, which is stronger than the 173 PS/220 Nm in the Civic.
The new Accord Hybrid with the Sport Hybrid i-MMD (Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive) system combines a 2.0 litre naturally aspirated i-VTEC engine with two electric motors. The Atkinson cycle ICE makes 145 hp/175 Nm, while the pair of e-motors make 184 hp/315 Nm. Total system output is 215 hp, delivered by a CVT auto. The more compact lithium-ion battery pack slots under the rear floor, as opposed to in the previous car’s boot.
The new 2019 Accord won’t be mistaken for the old one, as it boasts a fresh new look with a sweeping roofline. At 4,920 mm long and 1,860 mm wide, the new sedan is 10 mm shorter and 10 mm wider than before. That roofline sits 15 mm lower than before, while the 2,830 mm wheelbase is a significant 55 mm longer. The centre of gravity is 10 mm lower than before.
The Accord Turbo EL, which is the new entry level variant, comes with 225/50 R17 rubber, whereas the Hybrid rolls on 18-inch wheels with 235/45 tyres.
As Honda’s flagship sedan in these parts, the Accord Hybrid will come with the full Honda Sensing suite of safety features, including Collision Mitigation Braking System, Lane Departure Warning, Road Departure Mitigation and Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow.
As for equipment highlights, the new Accord is available with goodies such as a head-up display (HUD), seven-inch TFT multi-info display and wireless charging. Three variants are available in Thailand – the Turbo EL for 1.5 million baht (RM192,844), the Hybrid for 1.65 million baht (RM212,129) and the Hybrid Tech for another 150k baht (RM19,282) extra.
The Hybrid Tech comes with all the bells and whistles, including a sunroof, exterior door lighting, a rear spoiler, red or black leather seats (depending on the chosen exterior colour), HUD, four-point front parking sensors, rear parking assist with four sensors, 360-degree parking camera, cross traffic monitor and Honda Smart Parking Assist System with auto parallel and perpendicular parking.
We also see “boss buttons” on the front passenger seat – a really useful feature introduced in the segment by the Toyota Camry – and manual rear window shades on the top Hybrid. There’s also a Modulo kit for the Accord, which we’ll check out later.
Here in Thailand, the Accord Hybrid us up against the Toyota Camry Hybrid, which has a 2.5L engine and is priced from 1.639 to 1.799 million baht (RM210,659 to RM231,223). The new Accord is sure to reach Malaysia, but it won’t be so soon, as the new D-segment sedan will require local assembly. For now, what do you think of the new Accord’s fresh looks and powertrain options?
GALLERY: 2019 Honda Accord 1.5L Turbo
GALLERY: 2019 Honda Accord Hybrid
GALLERY: 2019 Honda Accord Modulo
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seems like car price in Thailand comparable with Malaysia price tag. why ah? i thought they are lower in term of price.
car price and petrol price higher in Thailand. Deswai MY pipu export our cheaper petrol to Thailand
john’s dupe spotted. “deswai”
jk
Hopefully Accord Hybrid and Camry Hybrid come to Malaysia. Let us see if greedy GLC UMW and DRB will bring the cars in.
By right, Camry Hyrbid come in, should not have tax at all as our Government is still giving tax exemption on CKD Hybrids.
So, if Australia is selling their Camry Hybrid for AUD27k (RM90k), I wonder, how much the Camry Hybrid will be sold in Malaysia since got no tax.
Underpowered with 1.5 Turbo..
Honda BOLEH
Partly due to Ringgit depreciated over the years, from RM1=Baht10 to RM1=Baht7.8
For the same price, I rather get a Proton X70.
Don’t expect the LED DRLs to last long. Most likely first thing owners will claim under warranty.
200k for Honda. What have the world comes to.
Very first time in Honda history. Paid same road tax both for Accord 1.5T & City 1.5 capacity
Bangkok Motor show always show the latest cars. Unlike our KLIMS where they just sell engine oil, bank credit cards and wiper blades.
I wish our KLIMS learn from Bangkok how to run an International Motor show
I find this new accord to be quite ugly, the side profile doesnt look like a well balanced car
Exactly. King Camry wud retain his crown again.
(Like) Honda Accord 1.5 VTEC Turbo.
(Dislike) Toyota Camry 2.5V
Like – Honda Accord 2.0T in 2017
Dislike – Launching 2 yr old Honda Accord 1.5T in 2019
Proton Accordana looked better proportioned,
interior looks dated
Even City has fully touchscreen aircon controls. This newer and much more expensive car still uses aircon dials. Lol.
Touchscreen aircond is actually much hated feature in carmag surveys.
Accord has morphed into Civicdana.
Accord won the duel again this generation model vs. Camry
Browsing through the pictures, for a moment there I though the Accord comes with the red flashing light at the front like KITT in Knight Rider. the it turns out to be reflection on the chrome piece :P
ACCORDing To Honda, this is the cheapest Accord ever. Pls buy before run out of stocks. Good luck Honda!
What the heck happened to the Accord? Nvm the front but the rear…its attrocious!
Is good to see Thailand in fast launching… Not like Boleh Land… New Civic also not yet launching…
My eyes hurt looking at this Accord
simply awful
The designer ate too much crab craw?
Looks stunning both interior and exterior. Price is good for the specs and top notch quality. Expect to be priced between RM165 to 190k when comes Msia.
I hope there won’t be anymore issues like fast fading headlamps, engine vibration during idling, poor engine performance etc.
Like Proton Perdana
Dislike Honda Accord
Fresh looks. So so interior. Horrible engine bay…
for that same price tag, I could buy a better looking car, with better performance and marque
boss buttons is stupidly useful
This Accord 2019 is the best! I like it.
this car will definitely outsell the new camry. the new engines are the one people will dive in for.
I find this car to be ugly and outdated. Looks like Honda is out of creativity and innovation.
Over-priced under-powered car for Malaysia. ( lawnmower engine ) What is wrong with a 2,0-liter engine?