Overview

2008 Accord Coupe

The new 2008 Honda Accord embodies the company's philosophy through its sophisticated fuel-saving technology, Variable Cylinder Management, (VSA®), lower emissions and the use of innovative safety technology such as Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure for enhanced occupant protection. Innovation is further conveyed through an emphasis on expressive styling, fun-to-drive performance, innovative packaging and a larger interior.

Key 2008 Accord Advancements Include:

• Safety – First Accord to receive Honda's revolutionary ACE™ body structure.
• Engineering – New features include a lower floor, a dynamic engine mounting system, a lower centre of gravity and Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) steering.
• Quality – Focus on increased durability, quality and reliability.
• Power – The most ever for a Honda V-6 and an Accord four-cylinder.
• Excellent fuel efficiency – The most ever for a conventional Honda V-6.
•  Emissions performance – Lower emissions from higher-performance engines.

 Additional firsts for the 2008 Accord Include:

• First 100% use of four-wheel disc brakes across the entire model range.
• First use of Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) on all models.
• Largest fuel tank (70 litres).
• First full use of steering-wheel audio controls across the entire model range.
• First Accord to offer a power lumbar support, auto-dimming inside mirror, compass, multi-line display CD/MP3 player, auxiliary-input jack and subwoofer.

Specific 2008 Accord Coupe Benchmarks Include:

• Dynamic new body styling.
• First use of Active Noise Control (ANC) in a non-hybrid Accord.
• 18-inch wheels and tires – the largest ever offered on a Honda passenger car.