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The Honda Accord Hybrid was launched in 2005. EPA estimates are 25/34 mpg for city/highway driving. A real time mileage survey of more than [http://greenhybrid.com/compare/mileage/honda-accord.html 75 drivers] on [http://www.greenhybrid.com greenhybrid.com] confirms a blended average of 30 mpg. | The Honda Accord Hybrid was launched in 2005. EPA estimates are 25/34 mpg for city/highway driving. A real time mileage survey of more than [http://greenhybrid.com/compare/mileage/honda-accord.html 75 drivers] on [http://www.greenhybrid.com greenhybrid.com] confirms a blended average of 30 mpg. | ||
The Accord Hybrid competes with the [[Toyota Camry Hybrid]]. The New York Times compared the two in an April 2006 review entitled [http://www.nytimes.com/2006/04/02/automobiles/02AUTO.html?ex=1301630400&en=507424d10d09d240&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss "Hybrids for Ozzie and Harriet"]. The Camry has 147[[HP]] and the EPA estimates mpg of 38/40. | The Accord Hybrid competes with the [[Toyota Camry Hybrid]]. The New York Times compared the two in an April 2006 review entitled [http://www.nytimes.com/2006/04/02/automobiles/02AUTO.html?ex=1301630400&en=507424d10d09d240&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss "Hybrids for Ozzie and Harriet"]. The Camry has 147 [[HP]] and the EPA estimates mpg of 38/40. | ||
The Accord Hybrid engine is derived from the 2005 Honda Odyssey minivan and can shut off 3 of the 6 cylinders under certain conditions for better fuel economy (a technology that Honda calls [[Variable Cylinder Management]] (VCM). | The Accord Hybrid engine is derived from the 2005 Honda Odyssey minivan and can shut off 3 of the 6 cylinders under certain conditions for better fuel economy (a technology that Honda calls [[Variable Cylinder Management]] (VCM). | ||
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'''Standard Equipment''' | '''Standard Equipment''' | ||
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* [[Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)]]™ | * [[Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)]]™ | ||
* [[Variable Cylinder Management]] (VCM)™ | * [[Variable Cylinder Management]] (VCM)™ | ||
Revision as of 13:18, 4 July 2006
The Honda Accord Hybrid was launched in 2005. EPA estimates are 25/34 mpg for city/highway driving. A real time mileage survey of more than 75 drivers on greenhybrid.com confirms a blended average of 30 mpg.
The Accord Hybrid competes with the Toyota Camry Hybrid. The New York Times compared the two in an April 2006 review entitled "Hybrids for Ozzie and Harriet". The Camry has 147 HP and the EPA estimates mpg of 38/40.
The Accord Hybrid engine is derived from the 2005 Honda Odyssey minivan and can shut off 3 of the 6 cylinders under certain conditions for better fuel economy (a technology that Honda calls Variable Cylinder Management (VCM).
See WikiCars' comprehensive Honda Accord Review.
Recent Changes
The Honda Accord Hybrid retains unique exterior styling elements, even after the 2006 model year freshening. The decklid spoiler, whip antenna and aerodynamically styled alloy wheels remain. Gone are the Hybrid specific tailights. The Accord Hybrid also receives a dual exhaust with finishing tips.
Styles and Major Options
The Honda Accord Hybrid has one four-door body style and offers front wheel or all-wheel drive variants.
Standard Equipment
- Air Conditioning
- Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)™
- Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)™
- Anti-Lock Braking System ABS
- Daytime Running Lights DRL
- Power moonroof
- Perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel
- HomeLink® remote system
- Leather-trimmed interior
- Heated front seats
- 120-watt 6-speaker audio system with AM/FM/6-disc in-dash CD changer
- XM® Satellite Radio**
Optional Equipment
- Honda Satellite-Linked Hybrid Navigation System - $2,000
Pricing
2006 Base MSRP of $30,990 (excludes delivery charge of $550). The U.S. Federal Income Tax Credit is $1,300 for models purchased prior to December 31, 2010.
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Accord Hybrid |
Accord Hybrid w/Navigation |
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MSRP |
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$30,990 |
$32,990 |
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Invoice |
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$27,893.67 |
$29,690.94 |
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Gas Mileage
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FWD Automatic |
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Engine |
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3.0L V-6 w/IMA |
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MPG (City/Highway) |
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25/34 |
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Reliability
Safety
- 5 Star National Highway Traffic Safety Agency NHTSA crash test rating
Photos
Colors
Exterior
- Desert Mist Metallic
- Graphite Pearl
- Premium White Pearl
- Redondo Red Pearl
- Silver Frost Metallic
Interior
- Ivory
- Grey
Unique Attributes
Residual Values
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Trim |
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2005 Accord Hybrid |
2005 Accord Hybrid w/Nav |
2005 Accord EX-L |
2005 Accord EX-L w/Nav |
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MSRP |
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$30,140 |
$32,140 |
$26,850 |
$28,850 |
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Invoice |
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$27,114.83 |
$28,912.10 |
$24,158.32 |
$25,955.59 |
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Residual Value |
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N/A |
N/A |
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N/A |
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Engine |
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3.0L V6 w/IMA |
3.0L V6 w/IMA |
3.0L V6 |
3.0L V6 |
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† American Honda Finance Corporation Residual Values for 2005-MY Vehicles, effective Jan 1, 2005
Criticisms
Fuel economy gains? What fuel economy gains?
Design quirks and oddities
The Accord Hybrid wears an exclusive front chin spoiler, rear diffuser, and rear decklid lip spoiler. Hybrid gauges supplement the interior. The V-6 engine with Integrated Motor Assist (IMA), operates somewhat similarly to the system used in the Honda Insight. In the Accord Hybrid, however, cylinder deactivation is utilized in low power conditions.
Awards
- Edmunds.com "Top Ten Most Fuel-Efficient Cars" for 2005
- Car & Driver's "Ten Best Cars" Award
- Kiplinger's Best Fuel Economy 2006
- Best Mid-sized Car Award 2006 - Automotive Lease Guide
