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Honda Accord IX Coupe (facelift 2015) 3.5 V6 (282 Hp) Automatic
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Honda Accord:
The Honda Accord , also known as the Honda Inspire in Japan and China for certain generations, is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1976, best known for its four-door sedan variant, which has been one of the best-selling cars in the United States since 1989. The Accord nameplate has been applied to a variety of vehicles worldwide, including coupes, station wagons, hatchbacks, and a Honda Crosstour crossover....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IX Coupe (facelift 2015) Overview:
Honda Accord (IX Coupe (facelift 2015)). With 342 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1598 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 V6 (282 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5L V6 delivers robust acceleration and smooth power delivery, making highway merging and overtaking effortless. The automatic transmission provides seamless shifts, enhancing the refined driving experience.
Fuel Economy
At 9.4 l/100 km combined, the V6 automatic offers acceptable fuel economy for its power output. It's a reasonable trade-off for the significant performance boost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Honda reliability and resale value
- • Choice of engaging manual transmissions (2.4L and 3.5L V6)
- • Powerful and smooth V6 engine option
- • Comfortable ride and refined interior for a coupe
- • Good fuel economy with the 2.4L CVT variant
Cons:
- • Rear seat access and space are limited, typical for a coupe
- • CVT can feel less engaging than traditional automatics for some drivers
- • Styling might be too conservative for some coupe buyers
- • Limited cargo space compared to the sedan counterpart
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IX: 2013 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | IX Coupe (facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (282 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 282 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.2 Hp/l [102mm less] |
| Torque: | 342 Nm @ 4900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35Y More details about the engine J35Y |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6800 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 176.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 214 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1598 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 379 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4813 mm [102mm less] |
| Width: | 1849 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1435 mm [31mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm [51mm less] |
| Front track: | 1585 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1593 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/45 R18 95V |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 ET55 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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