2005 Used Honda Accord Hybrid Buying Guide
All-new this year is Honda’s third hybrid vehicle, the Accord Hybrid. It proves to the world that you can still offer power, performance, luxury and class and save fuel at the same time. Are the makers of the Hummer listening???
The all-new Accord Hybrid is the world's first V6-powered hybrid vehicle. It will be available in dealerships nationwide on December 3, 2004. Get ready though, the lineups could be huge.
The Accord Hybrid utilizes the third-generation of Honda's advanced Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) full hybrid system in combination with new Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) cylinder deactivation technology to deliver the world's best V6 fuel efficiency. It has fuel ratings like a 4-cylinder along with highly responsive V6 performance.
Under the Hood
The Hybrid sedan loses nothing in the way of power. In fact, it even gains some juice. The 3.0-liter V6 engine under its hood is capable of 255 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 232 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm. It is teamed to a 5-speed automatic transmission.
The Accord Hybrid basically conserves energy by using only what is necessary. When cruising at steady speeds, the VCM system deactivates the V6 engine's rear bank of cylinders, closing both the intake and exhaust valves for reduced fuel consumption.
Under light acceleration from a cruising state, the IMA motor can provide power assistance to the engine in three-cylinder mode. When coming to a stop, the IMA system shuts off the vehicle's engine at speeds below 10 mph to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.
But you still have the juice: compared to the Civic Hybrid, IMA motor torque output is improved by 26 percent during startup and is more than doubled during driving to 100 lb-ft from 46 lb-ft. Also, battery output density increases by 45 percent while battery assist power increases by 20 percent. Regenerative braking efficiency is up 11 percent.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
The Accord Hybrid’s instrument panel keeps you abreast of everything going on. It shows key operating indicators of the IMA system, including the state of the IMA battery charge, the level of IMA motor assist or charge and a light to indicate Idle Stop mode.
Standard features include curtain side airbags, antilock brakes, a leather interior, dual zone automatic hybrid climate control, an 8-way power driver's seat, XM Satellite radio and a 6-disc CD changer.
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