2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Sedan

Honda claims that the 2017 Accord Hybrid is the most powerful and fuel efficient mid-size hybrid sedan in whole car market as it is totally redesigned and looks sportier, stylish and timeless. The new Accord has better fuel efficiency, improved engine performance, enhanced cargo space, upgraded infotainment system and hi-end safety features with some minor interior design changes.

The Accord Hybrid has a price tag of $29,065 for the base model, it does have two extra variants to choose. The Accord has made quite a reputation in the past few years and is currently competing against Toyota Camry hybrid LE, Ford Fusion Hybrid S and Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid to be the best in the mid-size hybrid car market.

The 2017 Honda Accord comes standard with several hi-end features for its base model. The Hybrid EX-L and Hybrid Touring are two extra variants that Honda offers for the Accord Hybrid. The EX-L is featured with more convenient and luxury features such as Power Moon-roof, Leather Trim interiors, 360-watt speakers and many more for an additional $32,905.

The Touring variant is the high-end variant in the accord hybrid lineup and it features some advanced features like auto on/off LED headlights, heated rear seats, satellite Navigation, voice recognition and many more, it has a price tag of $35,955.

Trim	Hybrid sedan	Touring	EX-L
MSRP	$29,065	$35,955	$32,905
Key Features	2.0-liter, DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine with electric motor 212 total-system horsepower 23 LEV3-SULEV30 CARB emissions rating24 Remote engine start 17-inch alloy wheels Forward Collision Warning (FCW) 5 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 6 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) 3 Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) 4 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)7 Honda LaneWatch1 Smart Entry with push button start Driver's seat with 10-way power adjustment, including power lumbar support	Body-colored parking sensors (front/rear) LED headlights with auto-on/off Body-colored side sills Heated outboard rear seats Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System21 with voice recognition, turn-by-turn directions, Honda HD Digital Traffic and Song B	One-touch power moonroof with tilt feature Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob Driver's seat with two-position memory Front passenger's seat with 4-way power adjustment Leather-trimmed seats Heated front seats Apple CarPlay9 Android Auto10 SiriusXM Radio19 HD Radio20 360-watt premium audio system with 7 speakers, including subwoofer Compass

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The Honda Accord Hybrid is pretty efficient sedan in itself, it comes standard with all those features you expect from a family sedan. The variants it offers has some additional features but it doesn't really affects its power or performance or safety so go for it if you feel like, otherwise the base model is good enough to fulfill a family sedan requirements.

The 2017 Accord hybrid features an enhanced 2.0L 4 Cylinder engine paired with a CVT automatic transmission and forward-wheel drivetrain. The 212 bhp hybrid engine produces 129 lb.-ft. of torque which is plenty for a family sedan but still needs improvement considering the power it packs and its competitors as well.

The Accord hybrid features the most powerful engine in the whole class but suffers in torque production which really affects its overall performance. The Toyota Camry features is second most powerful hybrid in the class and has some nice torque production.

Models	Honda Accord Hybrid	Toyota Camry Hybrid LE	Ford Fusion Hybrid S	Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
MSRP	$29,605	$26,790	$25,675	$27,875
Engine	2.0L I-4	2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine	2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine	1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine
Transmission	CVT	CVT	Automatic	Automatic
Horsepower (combined)	212 hp	200 hp	188 hp	124 hp
Torque	129lb.-ft.	156 lb-ft.	129 lb-ft.	129 lb-ft.

Acceleration

The Honda Accord Hybrid races from 0-60 mph in 6.9 sec and hit a quarter mile margin in 15.5 sec @88.8 mph, it might not be as good as the Fusion hybrid but it is quite a development for the accord hybrid lineup. The Hybrid system switches automatically between engine and motors and has 3 operating modes, 0-30 mph on only electric, only engine at higher speeds.

The Accord Hybrid being the most powerful is not the best in the class but it sure puts quite a show. The Ford Fusion with only 188 hp powerhouse leads the segment followed by Toyota Camry putting Chevrolet Malibu at last which was pretty much expected.

Models	Honda Accord Hybrid	Toyota Camry Hybrid LE	Ford Fusion Hybrid S	Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
0-60 MPH	6.9 sec	5.7 sec	5.3	7.4
Quarter mile	15.5 sec @ 88.8 mph	14.7 sec	16.1	15.8
Engine	2.0 Liters	2.5L	2.0L	1.8L
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	3.6	4.5	4.2	3.8

Handling and Steering

The Honda Accord Hybrid features an Electric power steering and tilt-telescopic steering wheel. It has four wheel independent suspension with front and rear stabilizing bar. All these specs promises easier handling, smooth steering and hassle free journey. It also comes standard with adaptive cruise control, traction control and stability control to stay safe and easy going.

As for the handling, Accord Hybrid handles pretty good for a family sedan, stays stable at high speed and cuts corners smoothly. But in case you are expecting that it goes wild with a push of a button or provides insane acceleration or runs like a horse on a race track you might reconsider your choice.

Braking

The Accord Hybrid features smaller wheels for better fuel efficiency and so it features smaller 11.5/11.1 inch ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes with 4-wheel anti-lock braking system. It takes about 123 ft. to get from 60-0 mph. Well, for a 3483 lbs. vehicle it not bad but not too good as well. Features like emergency braking assist and stability control are also included for safety.

The Ford Fusion and Toyota Camry both takes the lead in this segment whereas the Chevrolet Malibu is again at the last position.

Model	Honda Accord Hybrid	Toyota Camry Hybrid LE	Ford Fusion Hybrid S	Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Brake Front (in.)	11.5	11.7	11.8	NA
Brake Rear (in.)	11.1	11.1	11.2	NA
Curb Weight (lbs.)	3483	3485	3668	3366
60-0 MPH (ft.)	123	122	122	127

The Accord Hybrid offers the best fuel economy that any med-size sedan or any hybrid sedan can offers. Its fuel efficiency is what gives makes it one affordable, reliable and efficient family sedan. The Honda Accord has an average mileage of 49/47 mpg in city/highway and a combined mileage of 48 mpg. Its 3-operating modes to handle both engine and motors increases it efficiency.

The 2017 model has smaller 1.3 kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack mounted in the trunk which also increases its trunk volume. After the Accord the Chevrolet Malibu hybrid offers some sick fuel efficiency as well.

Model	Honda Accord Hybrid	Toyota Camry Hybrid LE	Ford Fusion Hybrid S	Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
MPG (city)	49	42	41	43
MPG (highway)	47	38	42	49
MPG (combined)	48	40	43	46

The Accord Hybrid is 4-door 5 seater sedan and it has ridiculously roomy interiors. Honda kept the front seats a little lower which makes it comfortable for long rides while the rear seats have a lot of leg and head room. It does have a foldable center arm rest but the rear seats are fixed. As for the interior designing and luxury it has high quality interior seats, leather wrapped steering wheel.

It comes standard with 8-way power driver seat with lumbar support and 4-way passenger seats. The steering wheel features media, Bluetooth and Cruise controls, it has a massive gauge cluster, and driver's side door has mounted lock, window mirror controls for easy access. Overall it has a very stunning, futuristic looking interior.

Model	Honda Accord Hybrid	Toyota Camry Hybrid LE	Ford Fusion Hybrid S	Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	39.0/58.9/42.2	38.8/58.0/41.6	39.2/57.8/44.3	39.1/58.5/42.0
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	37.2/55.1/33.7	38.1/56.6/38.9	37.8/59.6/38.3	37.5/57.1/38.1

Interior Features

• Keyless Ignition
• Power Bucket Front Seats
• Climate Control
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Electric Power Steering
• Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
• Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
• Universal Remote Transmitter
• Power Windows
• Heated Mirrors
• Hand-Free Entry
• Rear-view Camera
• Parking Sensors

Infotainment System

The Accord hybrid features a 7-inch infotainment display screen, Bluetooth connectivity, on-board stereo system , USB charging and some other features that comes standard with it. The Accord hybrid has a big list of optional features like Apple carPlay, Android Auto, HD radio, navigation, wireless charging, Wi-Fi hotspot, touch-screen display, HUD and many more.

Honda has upgraded their infotainment system then the previous model but it still lacks in some aspects. The menu layout is changed, navigation system is improved, and touch screen feels a lot more alive.

Infotainment Features

• 7-inch display
• AM/FM Stereo
• USB Connection
• Speed Sensitive Volume Control
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• 6 Speakers
• 160 Watt Stereo Output

Cargo volume

The Honda Accord Hybrid features 13.7 cubic foot of cargo space which is 1 cubic foot more than previous model due to its slimmer smaller battery pack. Unfortunately, the cargo space cannot be increased as it features fixed rear seats which is a bit disappointing but it still has best in class trunk volume.

Model	Honda Accord Hybrid	Toyota Camry Hybrid LE	Ford Fusion Hybrid S	Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Cargo Volume with rear seats up (ft.3)	13.7	13.1	12.0	11.6

The Honda Accord is totally redesigned as it looks sportier, muscular and aerodynamic. The daytime LED lights and the LED fog lights with chrome finished grille makes it more handsome looking car. In terms of dimension it is same as its previous model, just some detailing and a little curvier.

The Accord hybrid is 194.1 inch long and 72.8 inch wide with a body height of 57.5 inch that turns out to be a sleek low profile car with a spacious interior. It has a 5.8 inch ground clearance not too low not too high. The 109.3 inch wheelbase provides stability to the car.

Model	Honda Accord Hybrid	Toyota Camry Hybrid LE	Ford Fusion Hybrid S	Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Curb weight (lbs.)	3483	3485	3668	3366
Length(in)	194.1	190.9	191.8	193.8
Width(in)	72.8	71.7	72.9	73.0
Height(in)	57.5	57.9	58.0	57.6
Ground clearance (in)	5.8	6.1	NA	NA
Wheelbase (in)	109.3	109.3	112.2	111.4
Track width (in) F/R	62.4 in/62.7 in	62.8/62.4	62.3/62.0	62.6/62.5

Exterior Features

• LED Headlamps
• LED Tail Lights
• 17x7.5 inch Alloy Wheels
• 225/50R17 Tires
• Body Color Door Handles

The Accord Hybrid is loaded with several safety features and comes standard with some hi-end safety features. The Accord hybrid has an overall five-star rating in side crash test and four-star rating in frontal crash test, but the IIHS has not yet rated Accord's safety features. Daytime running LED, Engine mobilizer, Dual front side mounted airbags, anti-lock braking system are some basic features.

Features like Traction control, stability control, remote anti-theft alarm, pre/post collision safety system, rear view camera, lane departure warning, emergency brake assist are some hi-end features that comes standard with the Accord Hybrid.

• Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control5
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
• Brake Assist
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines6
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)7
• LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)8 (Honda Sensing Feature)
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)9 (Honda Sensing Feature)
• Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)10 (Honda Sensing Feature)
• Road Departure Mitigation System (RDS)11 (Honda Sensing Feature)

Toyota Camry Hybrid

The Toyota Camry Hybrid is a $26,790 sedan featuring a 200hp engine with a CVT transmission. It is cheaper, less powerful vehicle than the Accord, but outruns it in terms of acceleration. The Toyota is pretty much the same in terms of dimension and has almost the same cargo volume. The only point Honda overpowers it is in terms of fuel efficiency and interior spacing.

In this competition Toyota has made it mark and goes neck to neck with the Honda Camry Hybrid and the Ford fusion and the little high and lows makes it hard to choose the dominator.

Ford Fusion Hybrid S

The Ford Fusion Hybrid S is one of the oldest rival of Honda Accord Hybrid. The Accord is powerful, more fuel efficient but the Fusion offers better performance. In terms of exterior and interior dimension Honda and Ford are pretty much the same. The ford Fusion has a price tag of $25,675 and features 188 hp engine paired with automatic transmission.

In between the Accord and Fusion there is a common difference of features and luxury both car offers as Fusion is more of a performance type whereas Accord is more of a luxury type sedan.

The 2017 Honda Accord Fusion lives up to the company's claims. It fulfills all the requirements needed to be a family sedan. The Accord is one of those vehicles that are ideal for daily use, long drives, professional use as well as family trips. Its fuel efficiency, reliability, low cost of ownership and comfy spacious interiors gives it a huge advantage.

It has some flaws, the interior lacks quality, the infotainment system need a little perfection, engine should be a bit more responsive. As for the competition, the Honda Accord has a lot of aspects where it outshine its competitors. The versatility , reliability and functionality of this car is what makes it superior than others.