2011 Honda Accord

Now in its eighth generation, the Honda Accord continues as one of the best selling midsize sedans in the U.S. For 2011, new styling and an increase in fuel economy, along with the addition of the leather-equipped SE model are the highlights. Sedan and coupe models feature some differences in the refreshed design, with the coupe receiving a different grille, new front bumper shape and new wheel design for V-6 models. A new front grille, front bumper, rear deck lid and wheel design are the treatment for the sedan’s refreshed look. See more of the 2011 Honda Accord at Honda Richmond.

For 2011, there is a 190-horsepower, 2.4-liter, i-VTEC, four-cylinder engine in the EX and EX-L Sedans and the LX-S, EX and EX-L Coupes. In the Accord LX, LX-P and SE sedans, the 2.4-liter, i-VTEC, four-cylinder produces 177 horsepower. An available 3.5-liter, i-VTEC, V-6 engine produces 271 horsepower and has Variable Cylinder Management, which can deactivate up to half the cylinders while cruising to improve gas mileage. For the Accord EX-L Coupe with the six-speed manual gearbox the 3.5-liter, VTEC engine drops the cylinder management and gets a performance tuned valve train, intake and exhaust to broaden the torque curve. Learn more about the 2011 Honda Accord at Richmond Honda.

Four-cylinder Accords come with a five-speed manual gearbox standard and a five-speed automatic is available. Sedans with the V-6 come with a five-speed automatic, while the coupe gets an exclusive six-speed manual transmission. The sedan comes with either 16-inch steel wheels or 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels depending on model. The four-cylinder coupe rides on 17-inch alloys, while 18-inch allows are standard on the V-6. Every model comes with four-wheel disc brakes, double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension. Honda Richmond has more information about the 2011 Honda Accord.

Accord buyers have a choice of audio systems, all with MP3/Windows Media Audio playback and an auxiliary input jack. A single disc, six speaker, 160-watt system is standard. Also included is Radio Data System, which shows information broadcast by participating FM stations and often includes call letters, station type, song and artist. A six-disc, in-dash changer replaces the single-disc player on some models. The premium system sports a six-disc changer, 270 watts and seven speakers including an eight-inch subwoofer. Get more details on the 2011 Honda Accord at Richmond Honda.

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