Honda has announced the 2018 Accord Hybrid will go
on sale in the United States on March 23rd. The redesigned model will be priced
from US$ 25,100 which is US$ 4,505 less than last year’s model. Despite the
significant price cut, the entry-level Accord Hybrid comes nicely equipped with
LED headlights and 17-inch alloy wheels.
The model also has a dual-zone automatic climate
control system, a rearview camera, a push-button ignition and a 7-inch TFT
display in the instrument cluster. Buyers will also find an extensive list of
driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise control, collision
mitigation braking, road departure mitigation, lane departure warning and
traffic sign recognition.
Moving up to the US$ 28,890 Accord Hybrid EX adds LED
fog lights, a power moonroof and a blind spot information system. The model
also has heated front seats, a 12-way power driver’s seat, an eight-speaker
audio system and a Display Audio system with an 8-inch display.
The Accord Hybrid EX-L starts at US$ 31,440 and it
comes equipped with leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and an
auto-dimming rearview mirror. Other niceties include a 4-way power passenger
seat, HomeLink and a 10-speaker premium audio system with a subwoofer. The
model can also be equipped with GPS navigation for an additional US$ 1,000.
Finally, the range-topping Accord Hybrid Touring
will be priced from US$ 34,710. It includes the aforementioned equipment as well
as ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and a wireless smartphone charger.
Other additions include a color head up display and NFC connectivity.
All of the models are equipped with a 2.0-liter
Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine, a continuously variable transmission, a
lithium-ion battery and two electric motors. This enables the hybrids to
produce 212 hp and return 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 47 mpg
combined.
