Honda Malaysia has unveiled the facelifted 9th generation Honda Accord executive sedan, featuring updates inside and outside. Three variants remain on offer – 2.0VTi, 2.0VTi-L and 2.4VTi-L priced at RM 144,800, RM 153,800 and RM 172,800 respectively (on-the-road).
Aesthetically, the lights, front grille and bumpers have been redesigned. The 2.0-liter variants’ headlights are halogen with LED daytime running lights while the 2.4-liter gets full LED treatment and they’re all automatic. Front fog lights are also LED across the range as are the rear lights (with rear fog light).
The base 2.0VTi has leveled up with more equipment than before such as smart entry, push button start, hands-free phone control with voice recognition and cruise control. The mid-range 2.0VTi-L (which is currently Honda Malaysia’s best-selling Accord variant) also gets additional equipment like auto dimming rear view mirror, auto wipers, powered front passenger seat, multi-angle rear view camera and Honda LaneWatch (blind spot camera).
The range-topping 2.4VTi-L tops all that with auto-leveling headlights, active cornering lights, hydrophilic wing mirror, paddle shifters, powered rear sunshade and premium sound system with subwoofer.
Common features across the range are color i-MID (intelligent multi-info display), 7″ touchscreen display that is Apple CarPlay compatible and Android Auto ready (with MirrorLink and WiFi sharing), 6-speaker audio system, dual zone climate control, rear cooling vents, Active Noise Control & Active Sound Control, 6 airbags (front, side and curtain), ISOFIX, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), ABS, EBD, hill-start assist and emergency stop signal.
Other minor changes in the interior include a new wood grain print on the doors and dashboard and an improved instrument panel.
The 2.0-liter i-VTEC engine produces 155 PS and 190 Nm of torque while the 2.4-liter Earth Dreams engine produces 175 PS and 225 Nm. Both engines are paired to a 5-speed automatic transmission. Wheels for 2.0-liter and 2.4-liter variants are new two-toned alloys sized 17″ and 18″ respectively.
The new Accord gets 3 new colors – White Orchid Pearl, Obsidian Blue Pearl and Lunar Silver Metallic, besides the Modern Steel Metallic and Crystal Black Pearl. A 5-year unlimited mileage warranty covers the Accord.
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With optional Trunk Tray & Drawer
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