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My Take: Hmmm, I don't know as im a bit indifferent on it. I like the bold new front compare to the sissy current look, but than again, this bold front doesnt say 'accord'... more like 'dodge'. Also looks like a Tiburon to me too from the side profile and the headlights. Rear looks like the new altima coupe and previous gen dodge stratus. Nice concept, has potential.
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While Honda's corporate message continually stresses safety and fuel economy, today's introduction of the Accord Coupe Concept emphasized style, attitude and sizzle. Honda product boss John Mendel didn't need a speech writer to emphasize the Accord's significance to the company.
"The Accord is the single most important product for Honda," Mendel said, noting that almost 10 million Accords have been sold in the U.S., and it was the first Japanese nameplate to be built domestically. "It's the cornerstone of the Honda lineup. For Honda, the Accord represents the flagship and our single best selling model."
While Honda's corporate message continually stresses safety and fuel economy, today's introduction of the Accord Coupe Concept emphasized style, attitude and sizzle. Honda product boss John Mendel didn't need a speech writer to emphasize the Accord's significance to the company.
"The Accord is the single most important product for Honda," Mendel said, noting that almost 10 million Accords have been sold in the U.S., and it was the first Japanese nameplate to be built domestically. "It's the cornerstone of the Honda lineup. For Honda, the Accord represents the flagship and our single best selling model."
Click here for HI-RES pictures of the Honda Accord Coupe Concept
My Take: Hmmm, I don't know as im a bit indifferent on it. I like the bold new front compare to the sissy current look, but than again, this bold front doesnt say 'accord'... more like 'dodge'. Also looks like a Tiburon to me too from the side profile and the headlights. Rear looks like the new altima coupe and previous gen dodge stratus. Nice concept, has potential.
Evolving Member
The rear end looks improved. I hadn't really liked the Accord much since they stopped making the one with triangular taillights. It looks kind of like a tougher Acura with a little less elegance.
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I agree. I am kind of disappointed. I hope Honda comes out with an AWD turbo car. Perhaps based on a similar platform as their Acura turbo AWD SUV X-over.Originally Posted by eve-slow
Looks like the Ridgeline grill. Its not sporty enough for me.
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I like the front end, but the rear I am not totally feeling. I wonder what the engine specs will be?
Newbie
Looks pretty aggresive, but it's still an accord. If they tame it a little for production it may look decent.
... 2008 sedan version.
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We've seen the coupe a few weeks ago. And here is the sedan version.
This illustration (I think) shows us the larger US Accord.
Not the more modern looking and slightly smaller Euro Accord that will end up here as the next Acura TSX.
No other news yet. I guess the 3.0 Liter V6 will grow to 3.2 or even 3.5 Liter. But I hear they might keep the same 2.3 Liter engine as a base model. Adding just a little more power to it.
On sale in the fall.
Hmmm... still kind of up in the air about it. Gotta see it in person.We've seen the coupe a few weeks ago. And here is the sedan version.
This illustration (I think) shows us the larger US Accord.
Not the more modern looking and slightly smaller Euro Accord that will end up here as the next Acura TSX.
No other news yet. I guess the 3.0 Liter V6 will grow to 3.2 or even 3.5 Liter. But I hear they might keep the same 2.3 Liter engine as a base model. Adding just a little more power to it.
On sale in the fall.
Evolving Member
Those headlights just look a bit oversized to me. Rumors are that Honda's coming with a new AWD Turbo TSX. It'll likely be badass.