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Honda Accord VIII (facelift 2011) Wagon 2.0 i-VTEC (156 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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)
VIII (facelift 2011) Wagon Overview:
Honda Accord (VIII (facelift 2011) Wagon). With 192 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1565 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i-VTEC (156 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for urban driving, but the automatic transmission slightly dulls performance compared to the manual version.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the manual version, but still reasonable for an automatic petrol wagon.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent build quality and Honda's renowned reliability
- • Spacious and practical wagon body with versatile cargo space
- • Refined and comfortable ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Strong and highly efficient i-DTEC diesel engines
- • Engaging handling for its class, especially with manual transmissions
- • High safety ratings (5-star Euro NCAP)
Cons:
- • Petrol engines can be thirsty, particularly the 2.4 i-VTEC
- • Automatic transmissions can feel less engaging than manuals
- • Infotainment system might feel dated compared to newer rivals
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat limited due to the design
- • Boot space, while good, isn't class-leading in its segment
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VIII: 2008 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | VIII (facelift 2011) Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i-VTEC (156 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 156 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.1 Hp/l [24mm more] |
| Torque: | 192 Nm @ 4100-5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | R20A3 More details about the engine R20A3 |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 5.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7-5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3-7.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.1-11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.1-11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 99.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 122.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1565 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1183 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 406 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4750 mm [24mm more] |
| Width: | 1840 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1470 mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2705 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 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 | 5 |
| 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 |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16; 225/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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