Since the late 1980s, the Honda Accord has been one of the best-selling cars in North America. Nine generations later, the Accord is still going strong, and the 2014 production model retains the body shape that car buyers first saw in 2012. Part of that popularity stems from being able to offer a range of different models to appeal to different drivers. As more and more consumers become motivated to adopt greener driving habits, car manufacturers have to respond. For 2014, the Honda Accord offers a hybrid option that caters for these environmentally friendly drivers. Read on for an overview of the new 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid from our team at DCH Academy Honda.
The manufacturer only released news of the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid in June 2013, and some details are as yet unknown. The model will go on sale in October 2013, with pricing announced closer to the release.
The Honda Accord hybrid will share the same two-motor hybrid power train as its plug-in hybrid counterpart. This means that it will offer different driving options. In EV Drive mode, the lithium-ion battery will allow the car to operate at low to medium cruising speeds without using any gasoline at all. Engine Drive mode sends the power directly to the front wheels. Hybrid drive combines the124-kilowatt electric motor with the 2-liter 4-cylinder engine for a true hybrid drive. Honda estimates that the 2014 Accord hybrid will be able to offer 49 miles per gallon* in the city. It’s easy to see why this option will appeal to drivers concerned about the rise in gas prices.
Of course, the benefit of a hybrid model of this nature is that it can also offer the features and specifications of the rest of the range, and the 2014 Accord is an attractive proposition. The interior is well-appointed, and the hybrid model is set to have some bespoke hybrid styling touches. The hybrid model will, of course, share the same body styling and construction as the rest of the range, which will include the full range of Accord safety options. This includes Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) and new SmartVent™ front-side airbags. Driving a hybrid car clearly doesn’t mean that drivers must compromise in other ways.
The Accord Hybrid also combines technology with practicality. Available features on the new model will include an 8-inch color display, seven-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, and a multi-angle rear view camera.
The good news is that unlike the plug-in hybrid, which went on sale in January 2013, the Accord Hybrid will be available across the United States. Dealers will be able to sell the model from October 2013, and the car looks set to see huge demand.
*Preliminary mileage ratings determined by Honda. Final EPA mileage ratings not available at time of printing. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
