Honda Accord
Honda Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 004 759 611 ABN 66 004 759 611
95 Sharps Road, Tullamarine, Victoria, 3043. Freecall 1800 804 954. honda.com.au/cars
The specifications and major features listed herein are accurate as at the date of printing (March 2010/10 YM). However, Honda Australia Pty. Ltd. reserves the right to change or modify specifications and
major features at any time without prior notice. Due to ordering, shipping and freight factors, some colour and model availabilities may vary from time to time. Check with your Honda Dealer for current
information on availability. Automatic transmission available at an extra cost. Only Genuine Honda Accessories are made to fit Honda vehicles. For a Genuine Honda Accessory brochure contact
your Honda Dealer or Honda Australia on 1800 804 954. The fuel consumption figures quoted in this brochure are based on ADR81/02 test results. You may experience different results depending
on driving conditions and the condition of the vehicle. Honda warranties apply where due care is exercised by the owner and the vehicle is maintained in accordance with the vehicle’s owners manual.
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HON8428
V6 Luxury model shown on cover.
THE DREAM
TO CREATE THE MOST
TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED
FULL-SIZE PASSENGER CAR.
V6 Luxury model shown.
The Accord is the
breakthrough car for today.
The Honda Accord is the most impressive Accord
ever built - with maximum power, maximum space
and maximum fuel efficiency. In fact, it’s among
the largest and most powerful cars in its class.
It’s also amongst the most fuel efficient.
It’s a car that’s a cut above the others. A car that combines
technology and luxury in a superbly designed form.
A car that’s bigger - and better.
The Accord is available with two engines - the powerful,
yet economical 2.4 litre, four cylinder, i-VTEC engine,
and the 3.5 litre V6 with the revolutionary Variable
Cylinder Management (VCM) technology. It achieves
extraordinarily low emissions and high fuel efficiency
by using six, four and even three cylinders as
circumstances require.
Each engine is powerful and efficient. Each, in fact,
is among the most powerful in its class.
But the Accord isn’t simply a triumph of Honda’s
engineering and technology. It’s also an expressive
and spacious design, combining performance,
comfort, style and, above all, safety. Its powerful
presence eloquently expresses the thought that has
gone into its engineering. The Accord sits confidently
on the road - a muscular, sporty statement - the aggressive
nose hinting at the power that lurks beneath. Inside is an
interior that provides space and comfort for five adults.
Available in a VTi, VTi Luxury and V6 Luxury, Honda
brings together space, comfort, power, fuel efficiency
and sheer driveability in the Accord. But it’s the amazing
technology that makes this a car to enjoy - with power,
performance and superb handling. The Accord is
innovative and luxurious. It is a driver’s car.
Some day, perhaps, all cars will be built this way.
Until then, there is only the Accord.
The luxurious, large car with
revolutionary Variable Cylinder
Management technology.
V6 Luxury model shown.
The Accord 3.5 litre V6. The measure of success.
This is a V6 which isn’t always
a 6 cylinder. Sometimes it’s a
4 cylinder, or even a 3.
The Accord’s 3.5 litre, i-VTEC V6 engine produces 202kW of
power, which means this isn’t just the most powerful Accord
ever, it’s also among the most powerful cars in its class.
However this is a car that breaks through class barriers - it will
match or out-perform “performance” vehicles from classes
outside the segment (and outside the price range).
But these days power alone is not the point. The art is
to generate as many kilowatts as possible, with the least
fuel consumption. This is the genius of Variable Cylinder
Management (VCM) technology.
This is a V6 which isn’t always a V6. Sometimes it’s a 4, or even a 3.
The Accord 3.5 litre V6 works like you do. Sometimes you’re
going full tilt. You need all six cylinders to get up to speed in
the morning. Or you’re accelerating, heading uphill, racing
to meet a deadline. Once you’ve got going, you can at times
maintain your momentum with just four cylinders.
And when you’re taking it easy, you only need three.
That’s exactly how the Accord’s V6 Variable Cylinder
Management engine works. Whenever high power output
is required (during start-up, acceleration or when climbing hills)
V6 Luxury model shown.
all six cylinders work smoothly and powerfully. During moderate
speed cruising and at low engine loads, the system operates
just one bank of three cylinders. In some conditions, for higher
speed cruising and not-so-steep hills, the engine operates on
four cylinders - it’s powerful, silent and incredibly efficient.
In fact it operates so smoothly you won’t even notice it’s
happening. You may notice the discreet economy light on
the dash which indicates that the car is operating in the range
of best fuel economy for the current driving conditions.
It’s a system that combines two characteristics that don’t
typically coexist in conventional engines: maximum
performance and maximum fuel economy. But words like
“performance” and “technology” are cold and dry. The real
qualities of the Accord only become apparent when you’re on
the road. For this is a country of open roads and the Accord is
made for them. The endless, unbroken lines that cross from
east to west, north to south. The quiet backroads, through
rolling farmland. The tight twists and turns of a winding
mountain road. The double strip of the freeway at night. It’s
here that you fully experience the magic of the Accord. Pass
here and go on. You’re on the road to heaven. And if, from time
to time, you have to be stuck in commuter traffic there’s no
better place to be than in an Accord.
Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)
6 cylinder. The V6 VCM engine will
only use all six cylinders when
it needs the power, like during
start-up, acceleration
or when climbing hills.
6
4 cylinder. Usage drops
from six to four at high
cruising speeds or
on mild inclines.
4
3 cylinder. At cruising speeds
and with low engine loads the
VCM engine will run on just
one bank of three cylinders.
CYLINDER
VCM
CYLINDER
VCM
3
CYLINDER
VCM
The 2.4 litre engine
in the Accord is very
close to perfection.
Like its big brother, the four cylinder, 2.4 litre Accord
is also among the most powerful in its class.
Its DOHC i-VTEC valvetrain system produces 133kW
of power and 222Nm of torque. This comes, in part,
from a high compression ratio and related engine tuning.
And at 8.8L/100km*, the engine’s impressive performance
is matched by equally impressive fuel consumption and
low CO2 emissions.
These qualities are a result of us constantly challenging
ourselves. Our aim is always to find that perfect balance
between power and fuel efficiency.
The Accord 2.4 litre, four cylinder.
The Power of four.
The 2.4 litre engine in the Accord is getting very close
to perfection.
VTi model shown.
* Fuel consumption figure based on ADR81/02 combined test results for Accord
The Accord is most
emphatically a driver’s car.
VTi Luxury model shown.
Plush leather†
interior. Stylish,
modern, luxurious and
now more spacious.
†
V6 Luxury model shown.
Leather interior includes some PVC vinyl material
1
2
VTi Luxury model shown.
VTi Luxury model shown.
The art of space.
The philosophy behind the Accord’s interior was very
simple: maximum space and maximum comfort.
Achieving this was more than a simple design exercise.
3
4
V6 Luxury model shown.
V6 Luxury model shown.
The Accord is larger, to accommodate a more comfortable
interior. The additional space makes seating as comfortable
for rear passengers as it is for those in the front. Five adults
can enjoy the drive comfortably, no matter how long
the journey.
But it’s not just about size. It’s about the thought that has
gone into the layout of the interior. The internal geometry
of the Accord is so ingeniously conceived that it does, in fact,
feel even roomier than it is. Nor is it simply spacious.
The elegant yet modern interior also indulges and pampers.
The front seats are broader and more comfortable, with
supportive side bolsters to help keep the driver and front
passenger securely in position during cornering. The rear seat
has substantially more legroom, more than enough for three
adults, with a clean flowing style that mirrors the rest of the
interior. The fold-down rear seatback increases cargo-carrying
versatility and includes a pass-through. Both are lockable.
Of course it’s not just the space that’s important. It’s what
happens within that space. The Accord is most emphatically
a driver’s car and this is an interior that has been designed
for drivers.
The driving position is dynamic and intuitive.
The information display is logical and easy to read.
Operation-related instruments are located high, close
to the driver’s eye-line, while other instruments are located
5
V6 Luxury model shown.
lower down. At night, the controls are further distinguished
by colour between climate controls and audio controls.
Standard features include dual zone climate control, six
stack CD player with six speakers, power steering, cruise
control, paddle shift gears, power windows and mirrors,
security alarm system and keyless entry.
V6 Luxury features include satellite navigation, sunroof,
leather† interior, driver’s seat memory, heated seats,
rain sensor wipers and a reversing camera.
1 Audio system/sound system. Comes equipped with
a six stack CD player, six speakers (plus a subwoofer in
the V6 Luxury model) and an auxiliary input jack.
2 Paddle shift gears. There to make the Accord
experience just that little bit more exciting if
ever you choose it.
3 Variable Cylinder Management (VCM).
To improve fuel efficiency of the V6 engine, the
VCM system can switch between six, four and
three cylinders depending on required output.
4 Plush leather
interior. Stylish, modern,
luxurious and now more spacious (Luxury
models only).
†
5 Driving position. The dynamic and logical
information display makes for an improved
driving position.
Leather interior includes some PVC vinyl material
†
Safety. The Accord that’s
designed by you, for you.
VTi Luxury model shown.
For many years at Honda we’ve made an active
commitment to make the world a safer place.
This is certainly the case in the Accord. Its sophisticated
safety technology has been designed not only to avoid
collisions but also to minimise any injury if an accident
becomes unavoidable.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control and
an electronic, four wheel disc, Anti-lock Brake System
are both standard.
Honda G Force Control (G-Con) technology allows us
to create a body with crash safety characteristics that are
among the best in the world. G-Con works on the principle
that in the event of a collision, the car absorbs the impact
in order to protect the occupants. The car’s body-shell
creates a G-Con cage that cocoons the occupants inside.
Collapsible body sections absorb the impact of a collision to
the highest standard and prevent it from reaching the cabin.
In the event of a frontal collision the Advanced
Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure absorbs
the impact and keeps the passenger compartment secure.
A network of load-bearing front frame structures absorbs
crash energy far more effectively than conventional designs.
Dual stage, dual threshold, driver and front passenger
airbags, driver and front passenger dual-chamber side
airbags and full length curtain airbags in all models
provide maximum protection. A passenger-side Occupant
Position Detection System (OPDS) protects passengers,
particularly children, who may be too close when the side
airbag deploys.
Front seatbelts have automatic tensioning and load
limiters, and passenger-side seatbelt reminders are easily
viewed on the dashboard display. Each front seat is fitted
with an innovative active head restraint to help reduce
the severity of neck injuries in the event of a rear impact.
V6 Luxury model
shown.
VTi model
shown.
You’re not just
buying a car.
You’re also buying
a support network.
As an Accord owner, you’ll have access to personalised
online services through our exclusive HondaONE website.
This secure site offers an up-to-date service history,
vehicle records, maintenance tips and personalised
service reminders.
The people at every Honda Dealership who look after every
Accord are also constantly updating their knowledge, to
build on the factory training they all receive.
No one else can service and tune an Accord as well.
They also stock a comprehensive inventory of Genuine
Honda Parts and Accessories.
Our commitment to you as a new Honda owner not only
includes outstanding after-sales service but also means
that you’re entitled to receive Honda. The Magazine
over a five year period so that you are up-to-date with
all of the latest news from Honda.
Regular maintenance of your new Accord is, of course,
recommended to make sure you enjoy it for many years,
and its value is maintained. Our faith in the Accord’s
durability, quality and reliability is reflected in the three
year/100,000km warranty we offer with every Honda,
including a six year rust perforation warranty≈. Together,
we can ensure you are as happy with your Accord in the
years to come as you are on the day you drive it out of
the showroom.
Honda warranties apply where due care is exercised by the owner and the vehicle is
maintained in accordance with the vehicle’s owners manual. Please refer to Honda’s
warranty documentation for exclusions and conditions.
≈
Dreams do come true.
What if there was a car
that only emitted water?
What if we had our own solar
cell production company?
Obviously the world would be a better place and the
good news is, such a car already exists: The FCX Clarity.
It works by converting hydrogen into electricity, which
leaves you with only one emission, H2O. And in 2008,
this totally new fuel-cell vehicle went into production.
In recent times Honda has branched out into mass
solar cell production. Honda’s unique C.I.G.S solar cell
produces the highest level of conversion efficiency in the
thin film category and only requires half the energy to
manufacture, so it’s environmentally friendly throughout
its entire life. Why does a vehicle company produce solar
cells? Purely so we know that we are doing everything
possible to help prevent global warming.
What if a plane had its
engines mounted on top
of the wing?
Well, it would be original and it would be called
the HondaJet. Secondly, the engines would have
to be in a special position on the wing we call
‘The Sweet Spot’. That would then result in less drag
at high speeds, 30% better fuel economy and because
there is no need for structural engine mounts on
the fuselage, 30% more cabin space.
What if we tested our new
technologies in the most
extreme conditions possible?
At Honda we have always believed that racing is
fundamental to our development. It’s the ultimate
testing ground and regardless of whether we win
or lose, the same question is always asked – how can
we improve performance? And you can be sure that
for every improvement made on the track, there is an
equal improvement made to every Honda vehicle that
hits the road.
What if our technology
was more... alive?
ASIMO, the World’s Most Advanced Humanoid Robot,
was born from a dream to create a robot that could
benefit people in everyday life. His name stands for
Advanced Step in Innovative MObility, a title he’s
definitely worthy of. Currently ASIMO’s capabilities
include: running at 6 km/h, walking on uneven surfaces,
turning smoothly, climbing stairs, pushing a cart,
receiving and delivering trays and he can even dance
a little boogie if the occasion calls for it. Our dream
is that one day, everyone will have an ASIMO
of their own to help around the home or office.
Accord Specifications.
Colours.
Crystal Black
Pearlescent
Description
VTi
POWERTRAIN
Engine
Inline 4 Cylinder
Inline 4 Cylinder
DOHC i-VTEC
DOHC i-VTEC
2.4 litre – 2354 cc
2.4 litre – 2354 cc
–
–
–
–
–
–
133kW @ 6500 rpm
133kW @ 6500 rpm
222Nm @ 4300 rpm
222Nm @ 4300 rpm
10.5
10.5
87 x 99.0
87 x 99.0
Euro 4
Euro 4
209
209
5-speed
5-speed
with Grade Logic Control
with Grade Logic Control
3
3
Unleaded (RON 91)
Unleaded (RON 91)
Honda Programmed
Honda Programmed
Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
V-Shape 6 Cylinder
SOHC i-VTEC
3.5 litre – 3471 cc
3
3
3
202kW @ 6200 rpm
339Nm @ 5000 rpm
10.5
89 x 93.0
Euro 4
239
5-speed
with Grade Logic Control
3
Unleaded (RON 91)
Honda Programmed
Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
8.8
12.5
6.7
3
10.0
14.8
7.3
3
Capacity
Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)
Active Noise Control (ANC)
Active Control Engine Mount (ACM)
Maximum power
Maximum torque
Compression ratio
Bore x stroke (mm)
Emission standard
CO2 emissions (g/km)
Automatic transmission
Steering wheel mounted paddle shift
Fuel type
Fuel supply system
Bold Beige
Metallic
Every way you look at it,
it looks great.
Polished Metal
Metallic
V6 Luxury model shown.
Alabaster Silver
Metallic
VTi Luxury model shown.
Brilliant White
Pearlescent
VTi Luxury
V6 Luxury
Fuel consumption
– combined (litres/100km)*
– urban (litres/100km)*
– extra urban (litres/100km)*
Drive by wire trottle (DBW)
8.8
12.5
6.7
3
CHASSIS
Body type
Monocoque
Monocoque
Monocoque
Front suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Rear suspension
Multi-link
Multi-link
Multi-link
Stabiliser bars
Front and rear
Front and rear
Front and rear
Steering system type
Hydraulic assist
Hydraulic assist
Hydraulic assist
rack and pinion
rack and pinion
rack and pinion
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Solid disc
Solid disc
Solid disc
EXTERIOR
Automatic headlights
–
3
3
Bumpers
Body coloured
Body coloured
Body coloured
Door handles
Chrome
Chrome
Chrome
Electric sunroof
–
3
3
Exhaust
Single
Single
Twin
3
3
Front fog lights
Front wipers
2-speed intermittent
Auto 2-speed intermittent
Auto 2-speed intermittent
with rain sensor
with rain sensor
Headlights
Halogen
Halogen
HID
Keyless Entry
3
3
3
– remote boot release
3
3
3
– remote window open
3
3
3
– remote sunroof open
–
3
3
Power door mirrors
Body coloured
Body coloured
Body coloured
with indicators
Rear window demister
3
3
3
INTERIOR
Accessory power outlet (12v)
3
3
3
Air conditioning
Dual zone climate control
Dual zone climate control
Dual zone climate control
Ashtray
Front and rear
Front and rear
Front and rear
Cigarette lighter
3
3
3
Comprehensive interior illumination
3
3
3
Cruise control
3
3
3
Accord Specifications.
Description
VTi
VTi Luxury
Digital clock
3
3
Door pockets
3
3
Driver’s footrest
3
3
Driver seat power lumbar support
–
3
Driver seat adjustment
Manual
8-way power
Front passenger seat adjustment
Manual
Manual
Glovebox
Illuminated with key
Illuminated with key
Head restraints
5
5
Heated front seats
–
3
Leather† wrapped gear shift knob
–
3
Lights-on warning
3
3
Low fuel warning
3
3
Outside temperature display
3
3
Power windows
3
3
Rear seat fold down lever in trunk
3
3
Rear ventilation
3
3
Satellite navigation
–
–
Seat back pocket
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Seat trim material
Cloth
Leather†
Seatbelt height adjuster
Steering column
Steering wheel
Sunglasses holder
Tachometer
Trip computer
Vanity mirror with illumination
Front
Tilt and telescopic adjustment
Urethane
3
3
–
Driver and front passenger
Front
Tilt and telescopic adjustment
Leather† wrapped
3
3
–
Driver and front passenger
V6 Luxury
3
3
3
3
8-way power (with
memory)
4-way power
Illuminated with key
5
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Driver and front passenger
Leather†
Front
Tilt and telescopic adjustment
Leather† wrapped
3
3
3
Driver and front passenger
SAFETY
Active head restraints
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE)
3
3
3
Airbags i-SRS
– front
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Airbags SRS
– side with OPDS
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Airbags SRS
– curtain
Full length
Full length
Full length
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
3
3
3
Central locking
3
3
3
Child proof door locks
3
3
3
Child safety seat anchorages
3
3
3
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
3
3
3
Front seat belt pre-tensioners
Belt and buckle
Belt and buckle
Belt and buckle
Hazard warning lights
3
3
3
Immobiliser system
3
3
3
Progressive crumple zones
Front and rear
Front and rear
Front and rear
Reversing camera
–
–
3
Screw type fuel cap
3
3
3
Seatbelt reminder
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Driver and front passenger
Seatbelts – 3 point ELR
Front
Front
Front
Seatbelts – 3 point ELR/ALR
Rear
Rear
Rear
Security alarm system
3
3
3
Side impact protection
3
3
3
Transmission shift lock
3
3
3
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with
Traction Control System (TCS)
3
3
3
Windscreen
Laminated
Laminated
Laminated
Description
VTi
VTi Luxury
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHTS/CAPACITIES
Overall length (mm)
4945
4945
Overall width (mm)
1845
1845
Overall height (mm)
1475
1475
Wheelbase (mm)
2800
2800
– front
Track (mm)
1590
1580
– rear
1590
1580
Ground clearance - full load (mm)
120
120
– front
Head room (mm)
1051
1051
– rear
978
991
– front
Leg room (mm)
1079
1079
– rear
944
944
Shoulder room (mm) – front
1479
1479
– rear
1432
1432
– front
Hip room (mm)
1438
1438
– rear
1379
1379
Kerb weight (kg)
1515
1565
Fuel tank capacity (litres)
70
70
Turning radius at wheel centre (metres)
5.6
5.6
Maximum towing capacity (kg)
– trailer with brakes
1200
1200
– trailer without brakes
500
500
Boot capacity (litres)
450
450
Seating capacity
5
5
TYRES & WHEELS
Wheel size
16 x 6.5 J
17 x 7.5 J
Tyre size
215/60R16 95H
225/50R17 94V
Wheel type
Alloy
Alloy
Spare wheel type
Full size
Full size
V6 Luxury
4945
1845
1475
2800
1580
1580
120
1051
991
1079
944
1479
1432
1438
1379
1650
70
5.6
1200
500
450
5
17 x 7.5 J
225/50R17 94V
Alloy
Full size
AUDIO SYSTEM
AM/FM radio, 6 CD stacker with MP3
& WMA capability
Antenna
Auxiliary jack
Front speakers
Rear speakers
Front tweeters
Speed-sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Subwoofer
3
In-glass
3
2
2
2
3
3
–
3
In-glass
3
2
2
2
3
3
–
3
In-glass
3
2
2
2
3
3
x1
Colours guide
Exterior
Interior Interior Interior
Alabaster Silver Metallic
Bold Beige Metallic
Brilliant White Pearlescent
Crystal Black Pearlescent
Polished Metal Metallic
3 Standard feature
- Not available
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Ivory
Black
Optional
Leather interior includes some PVC vinyl material *The fuel consumption figures quoted are based on ADR81/02 test results
†
Black
Black
Black
Ivory
Black