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    2021 Honda Accord Gets Refreshed Styling, Updated Hybrid Variant, New Sport Special Edition Trim, plus Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Integration

    Widely regarded by experts as the benchmark midsize sedan, Honda raises the Accord’s game for the 2021 model year with a refresh that includes updates to styling, technology, drivability and safety features. In addition, unique upgrades were made to performance and design for the ultra-efficient and refined Accord Hybrid. On-sale at Honda dealerships beginning Oct. 13, the 2021 Accord will carry a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $24,770 (not including destination and handling), while the 2021 Accord Hybrid will be available at a starting MSRP of $26,370.

    “The new Honda Accord Hybrid is really the Accord to buy, offering customers more of everything they like about Accord — more power, refinement and, of course, excellent fuel economy ratings,” said Dave Gardner, executive vice president of National Operations at American Honda.

    2021 ACCORD UPGRADES

    For the 2021 model year, all Accords boast a wider, restyled grille for an even more sophisticated look, along with improved integration of the Honda Sensing® system’s radar unit. Flanking the new grille on Sport and above trims (EX and above on Hybrid) are new LED high- and low-beam headlights with longer and wider down-the-road illumination. Also new are smaller openings for the fog lights. Additionally, LX, EX-L and Touring trims all receive new alloy wheel designs, while a new color is available for Sport, Sport Special Edition (SE) and Touring trims: Sonic Gray Pearl.

    Inside, further enhancements to the class-leading style and sophistication of Accord’s cabin include an 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen entertainment system now standard on all trims (previously, EX and above). Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration also are now standard (previously EX and above), and EX-L and Touring trims (EX and above on Hybrid models) get new wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration.

    The combination of wireless charging and wireless smartphone integration eliminates the extra step of physically connecting the phone, making Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ ready to go and freeing up an additional USB port for charging a separate phone. Front USB ports on all grades have been moved to the front of the center console for easier access, and Sport and higher trims (EX and higher trims for Accord Hybrid) now include dual 2.5-volt USB ports for rear seat passengers.

    All Accords also receive a new Rear Seat Reminder, while upper grades gain a new Low Speed Braking Control system.

    ACCORD HYBRID

    The 2021 Accord Hybrid benefits from updates to the innovative Honda two-motor hybrid system for a more direct and immediate throttle response with a more natural acceleration feeling as engine revs climb in concert with the driver’s throttle input. With a peak total system output of 212 horsepower and peak torque delivery of 232 lb.-ft. right off idle, Accord Hybrid has the most power and torque in its class, with a top fuel economy rating of 48 mpg2.

    Thanks to the unique configuration of the two-motor hybrid system, the Accord Hybrid also can spend more time operating solely on electric power than competing hybrid models, imbuing Accord with a smoother and more refined driving feel. Also, Accord’s sophisticated brake-by-wire technology offers more natural and consistent braking performance and pedal feel versus competing models, seamlessly blending mechanical and regenerative braking force.

    Honda’s two-motor hybrid system uses a propulsion motor and a generator/starter motor built with a patented Honda design made with magnets using no heavy rare-earth metals. This reduces magnet cost and weight, while also reducing reliance on rare-earth metals, helping avoid the often negative environmental impact of mining them.

    The hybrid powertrain control system manages the power delivery between each component and seamlessly switches between EV Drive, Hybrid Drive and Engine Drive for maximum efficiency with no input from the driver. Accord Hybrid drivers can further maximize fuel efficiency, or power, by selecting between Sport, EV and ECON modes using the three buttons behind the push-button gear selector.

    Already, Honda leads all full-line automakers in fleet-average fuel economy and low CO2 emissions according to the U.S. EPA, with 27 vehicles that received EPA combined fuel economy ratings of 30 mpg or higher.

    Visually, Accord Hybrid adds its own unique touches to the styling updates made to the entire 2021 Accord lineup, including a blue H-mark on the grille and Hybrid badges on the front fenders and trunk lid. This year, Accord Hybrid Touring grade features 19-inch wheels, giving it an upscale and sporty appearance.

    NEW SPORT SPECIAL EDITION

    The Accord Sport SE is new to the lineup for 2021, replacing Accord EX 1.5T and expands on the popular Sport trim with additional sought-after features. The new Sport SE adds leather seats, heated front seats, a four-way power passenger seat to complement the addition of 12-way power driver’s seat, heated mirrors, Smart Entry, and remote engine start to the popular Accord Sport 1.5T grade. This is in addition to the already generous equipment on the Sport 1.5T, which includes dual rear USB ports, leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, leather-wrapped shift knob, and an 8-speaker audio system. Visually, Accord Sport and Sport SE are distinguished from the other trims by a rear trunk lid spoiler, trim-specific 19-inch wheel design, LED fog lights, dark-chrome grille and chrome exhaust finishers.

    2021 Honda Accord Pricing & EPA Fuel Economy Ratings


    Model / Trim
    DrivetrainMSRP1MSRP1 Including $955 Destination ChargeEPA Mileage Rating (City/Hwy/Combined)2
    Accord LX1.5T/CVT$24,770$25,72530 / 38 / 33
    Accord Sport1.5T/CVT$27,230$28,18529 / 35 / 32
    Accord Sport SE1.5T/CVT$28,720$29,67529 / 35 / 32
    Accord EX-L1.5T/CVT$31,090$32,04530 / 38 / 33
    Accord Sport 2.0T2.0T/10AT$31,910$32,86522 / 32 / 26
    Accord Touring2.0T/10AT$36,700$37,65522 / 32 / 26
    Accord HybridHybrid$26,370$27,32548 / 48 / 48
    Accord Hybrid EXHybrid$30,320$31,27548 / 48 / 48
    Accord Hybrid EX-LHybrid$32,690$33,64548 / 48 / 48
    Accord Hybrid TouringHybrid$36,240$37,19544 / 41 / 43

    1 MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) excluding tax, license, registration, $955 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.
    2 Based on 2021 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (Hybrid only), and other factors.

    POWERTRAIN AND DRIVING DYNAMICS

    In addition to the updates made to Accord Hybrid’s two-motor system, the 2021 Accord’s two turbocharged engines receive updated engine management software for more linear and responsive throttle control. In addition, the 1.5-liter turbo has improved Idle Stop performance, with quicker engine start-up when the driver releases the brake.

    A 192-horspower 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo® engine is standard in Accord LX, Sport, Sport SE and EX-L grades, while Accord Sport 2.0T and Touring are available exclusively with a 252-horsepower, 2.0-liter VTEC Turbo®.

    The braking system has also been updated for smoother engagement, especially at low speeds such as in stop-and-go traffic and in parking situations.

    Powertrain Specs

    1.5THybrid2.0T
    Engine1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder2.0-liter, DOHC, i-VTEC® Atkinson-cycle inline-4 engine; AC Synchronous Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder
    TransmissionCVTNA10AT
    Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)192 @ 5,500212 @6,200 (total system; not SAE net)252 @ 6,500
    Torque @ rpm (lb.-ft., SAE net)192 @ 1,600-5,000232 @ 0-2,000 (not SAE net)273 @ 1,500-4,000
    Recommended fuelRegular UnleadedRegular UnleadedRegular Unleaded
    CARB emissions ratingLEV3-SULEV30LEV3-SULEV30LEV3-SULEV30
    Tune-up interval100,000 +/- miles tune-up interval100,000+/- miles engine tune-up interval100,000 +/- miles tune-up interval

    SAFETY AND DRIVER-ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

    For the 2021 model year, all Accords receive a new Rear Seat Reminder and a rear seatbelt reminder as standard equipment. The Rear Seat Reminder chimes when the car is turned off, with a notification on the digital meter reminding drivers to check the rear seating area when exiting the car for children, pets or other precious cargo. The rear seatbelt reminder uses a warning on the digital meter to let drivers know if rear seat passengers have not fastened their seatbelts.

    Accord Touring and Hybrid Touring trims now feature a new front and rear braking system called Low Speed Braking Control. Using sonar-based parking sensors, the new system can sense solid objects at low speeds, such as in parking situations, and warn the driver or apply the brakes to help avoid or mitigate a collision.

    Honda Sensing® receives updates to Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keeping Assist system (LKAS). For 2021, ACC now has smoother braking when following another vehicle, while LKAS offers more effective and natural lane centering. Additionally, the steering wheel and dash controls for ACC and LKAS now feature industry-standard icons.

    The 2021 Accord targets a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), including the highest available rating of GOOD in all collision tests and SUPERIOR for frontal cash prevention. Also, the updated standard LED headlights have been designed to achieve a GOOD rating in the rigorous IIHS headlight standard.

    Accord Key Features


    Feature
    LXSportSport SEEX-LSport 2.0TTouring
    Performance
    VTEC Turbo® 1.5-liter, DOHC direct-injected inline-4 engine with 192 HP/192 lb.-ft. torque  
    VTEC Turbo® 2.0-liter, DOHC direct-injected inline-4 engine with 252 HP/273 lb.-ft. torque    
    Continuously Variable Transmission(with paddle shifters)(with paddle shifters)  
    10-Speed Automatic Transmission    (with paddle shifters)(with paddle shifters)
    Remote Engine Start
    Exterior
    LED high/low beam headlightsLow beam
    Auto on-off and auto high beam headlights
    17-inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels    
    225/50R17 All-Season Tires    
    19-inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels  
    235/40R19 All-Season Tires  
    LED Fog Lights 
    Rear Spoiler   
    Chrome Exhaust Finishers  
    Rain-Sensing Wipers     
    Heated Side Mirrors   
    Side Mirrors with Turn Signals    
    Reverse Auto-Tilt Mirrors     
    Interior
    Push Button Ignition
    Dual-Zone Climate Control
    Automatic Headlights
    Bluetooth® Hands Free Link®
    USB Audio Interface
    8-Inch Display Audio
    160-Watt Audio System with 4-Speakers     
    180-Watt Audio System with 8-Speakers   
    450-Watt Premium Audio System with 10-Speakers Including Subwoofer    
    HD Radio™ and SiriusXM® Satellite Radio  
    Wired Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Integration
    Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Integration   
    Wireless Phone Charger   
    TFT Color Meter
    Driver’s Seat with Manual Height Adjustment     
    12-Way Power Driver’s Seat 
    Memory Driver’s Seat    
    Cloth Seats     
    Combination Seat    
    Leather Seats   
    Heated Front Seats  
    Heated and Ventilated Front Seats     
    Heated Outboard Rear Seats     
    4-Way Power Passenger Front Seat   
    Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel     
    Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters  
    Rear USB Chargers (2.5v) 
    Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob 
    Sport Pedals   
    Smart Entry  
    Remote Engine Start  
    One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature   
    Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror with HomeLink®   
    HondaLink®     
    Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™     
    Head-Up Display     
    Safety and Driver-Assistive Technologies
    Honda Sensing®
    Multi-View Rear Camera
    8 Airbags, Including Driver and Passenger Front Knee Airbag
    Blind Spot Information System   
    Cross Traffic Monitor   
    Parking Sensors   
    Low Speed Braking Control     

    Accord Hybrid Key Features


    Feature
    LXEXEX-LTouring
    Performance
    2.0-liter, DOHC, i-VTEC® Atkinson-cycle inline-4 engine; AC Synchronous Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor; 212 total system horsepower, 232 lb.-ft. torque
    Remote Engine Start
    Exterior
    LED High/Low Beam HeadlightsLow beam
    Auto on-off and auto high beam headlights
    17-Inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels 
    225/50R17 All-Season Tires 
    19-Inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels   
    235/40R19 All-Season Tires   
    LED Fog Lights 
    Rain-Sensing Wipers   
    Heated Side Mirrors
    Side Mirrors with Turn Signals  
    Reverse Auto-Tilt Mirrors   
    Interior
    Push Button Ignition
    Dual-Zone Climate Control
    Automatic Headlights
    Bluetooth® Hands Free Link®
    USB Audio Interface
    8-Inch Display Audio
    160-Watt Audio System with 4-Speakers   
    180-Watt Audio System with 8-Speakers   
    450-Watt Premium Audio System with 10-Speakers Including Subwoofer  
    HD Radio™ and SiriusXM® Satellite Radio 
    Wired Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
    Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ 
    Wireless Phone Charger 
    TFT Color Meter
    Driver’s Seat with Manual Height Adjustment   
    12-Way Power Driver’s Seat 
    Memory Driver’s Seat  
    Cloth Seats  
    Leather Seats  
    Heated Front Seats 
    Heated and Ventilated Front Seats   
    Heated Outboard Rear Seats   
    4-Way Power Passenger Front Seat  
    Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters  
    Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters  
    Rear USB Chargers (2.5v) 
    Smart Entry
    Remote Engine Start
    One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature 
    Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror with HomeLink®  
    HondaLink®   
    Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™   
    Head-Up Display   
    Safety and Driver-Assistive Technologies
    Honda Sensing®
    Multi-View Rear Camera
    8 Airbags, Including Driver and Passenger Front Knee Airbag
    Blind Spot Information System 
    Cross Traffic Monitor 
    Parking Sensors  
    Low Speed Braking Control   

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    Faris Bouchaala
    Faris Bouchaala
    Journaliste Automobile - Rédacteur en Chef Adjoint
    Grand passionné d’automobile depuis mon enfance, mon objectif au quotidien était de trouver le moyen d'arracher le volant à mon père. Très peu de gens ont la possibilité de transformer leur passion en une carrière, et il se trouve que je suis l'un de ces quelques privilégiés. J’ai rejoint la presse spécialisée en 2010, après un parcours totalement loin du domaine, car au final c’est la passion qui l’emporte.

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