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The Honda Accord Euro

Local testing: Auckland to Taupo to Auckland

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CHASSIS............................................................................................... 43

Suspension

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Lowered centre of gravity and higher roll centre

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Greater ride comfort

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Deflector plate technology

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Enhanced braking

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EPS on all models

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Vehicle Stability Assist

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Motion Adaptive EPS

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Towing weights

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APPENDIX I – COLOURS AND TRIM ........................................................... 49

Exterior colours

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Interior colours

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APPENDIX II – ACCESSORIES.................................................................... 51

Sports exterior accessories

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Sedan Exclusive

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Tourer Exclusive

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APPENDIX III – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................. 52

Summary of Contents for Accord Euro

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Page 5: ...3 Advanced Compatibility Engineering ACE Body Structure 14 Premium interior with carefully selected materials and outstanding fit and finish 14 Comprehensive equipment availability 15 Load Capacity 15 SAFETY SYSTEMS 17 Safety 17 Advanced Compatibility Engineering ACE Body Structure 17 Pedestrian Safety design features 18 Safety belt features 19 Active front seat head restraints 19 Airbags new enha...

Page 6: ...to tilting passenger door mirror 30 Parking sensors 30 Auto lights wipers 30 Key fob 31 Luggage space 31 ENGINE 33 2 4 litre i VTEC petrol engine 33 i VTEC 34 Cylinder Head and Valvetrain 34 Crankshaft Pistons Engine Block and Oil Pan 34 Emissions Control Euro V compliant 35 Exhaust System 35 Engine technical data 35 TRANSMISSIONS 37 6 speed manual 37 5 speed automatic with paddle shifters 37 Gear...

Page 7: ...e comfort 44 Deflector plate technology 44 Enhanced braking 45 EPS on all models 45 Vehicle Stability Assist 45 Motion Adaptive EPS 46 Towing weights 47 APPENDIX I COLOURS AND TRIM 49 Exterior colours 49 Interior colours 49 APPENDIX II ACCESSORIES 51 Sports exterior accessories 51 Sedan Exclusive 51 Tourer Exclusive 51 APPENDIX III TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 52 ...

Page 8: ...Tourer L Auto RSport Range all Accord Euro models are available as an RSport sub model comes with front and rear Sport bumpers and side skirts Colour Range Premium White Alabaster Silver Celestial Blue Basque Red Graphite Lustre Crystal Black Page 8 Design The 2011 Accord Euro has fresh new styling to the front bumper grille headlights rear lights and detailing on the boot lid It also includes new...

Page 9: ...peed or towing a trailer with a high centre of gravity Always obey the recommended speed limits for towing a trailer Page 25 USB Input Jack The 2011 Accord Euro comes with a USB input jack for portable music player and iPod or MP3 WMA memory stick with full folder artist playlist song control plus additional 3 5mm AUX input This can be found in the centre armrest compartment Page 25 Bluetooth The ...

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Page 12: ...Euro a distinctive strong stance with a solid planted feel The distinctive nose and more flowing lines deliver a tauter more athletic shape The evolution from the previous generation Accord Euro is even more pronounced in the case of the Tourer a model previously unavailable in New Zealand where the emphasis is placed on dynamic expression of advanced technology while still retaining a strong degr...

Page 13: ...eather upholstery power heated front seats with two personal memory settings for the driver variable intermittent rain sensing windscreen wipers and Xenon headlights with auto height adjustment Front fog lamps an electric glass two way sunroof with one touch operation auto dimming rear view mirror and reverse parking sensors complete the luxury package Euro N Sedan and Tourer Enhancing the luxury ...

Page 14: ...t hand wheels as necessary and modulating the engine torque output as required Motion Adaptive EPS The new Accord Euro also features an innovative system in which the capabilities of both VSA and the car s Electric Power Steering are brought to bear Called Motion Adaptive EPS it detects instability in slippery conditions both during cornering and under braking and automatically initiates steering ...

Page 15: ...cations to provide the desired level of stiffness and strength for critical areas without adding unnecessary weight The new Accord Euro also incorporates many of the pedestrian protection design features already familiar from recent Honda models including windscreen wiper pivots designed to break away on impact energy absorbing front wing mounts and bonnet hinges alongside an unobstructed area ben...

Page 16: ...ide adjustable by 89 mm Two cupholders are provided in the centre console while rear seat passengers have access to a further two contained in the centre armrest revealed when it is folded down Comprehensive equipment availability The Accord Euro s comprehensive specification includes power windows all round with auto up and down and an obstruction detection device auto lights and wipers on L and ...

Page 17: ...urer is able to transport a mountain bike without the need to remove the bike s wheels first To open up the Tourer s luggage area the one motion rear seats can be readily collapsed in a single action to create a virtually flat load space with flush clean sides Set within the rear half of the load area is an underfloor storage space which is a useful 250 mm deep and adds 53 litres to the Accord Tou...

Page 18: ...anced Compatibility Engineering ACE Body Structure is designed to deliver significantly enhanced occupant protection in a variety of real world crash conditions These may include a frontal collision between vehicles of differing heights weights and frame construction The ACE Body Structure has been developed after extensive research by engineers at the vehicle to vehicle crash testing facility at ...

Page 19: ...esign features The new Accord Euro incorporates many of the pedestrian protection design features already familiar from recent Honda models Research shows that features such as these dramatically improve a pedestrian s chance of survival if struck by a moving vehicle Items include windscreen wiper pivots designed to break away a new collapsible boxed frame structure beneath the base of the windscr...

Page 20: ...nst the seatback The pressure from the seatback is transmitted mechanically from the lumbar plate via links that push the head restraint upward and forward to comparatively equalize the forces acting on the head neck and spine at the same time as the collision Airbags new enhancements All models feature dual stage front airbags driver and front passenger side airbags and full length curtain airbag...

Page 21: ...can lead to a rebound in which there are strong lateral forces the curtain airbags are now deployed in such situations to protect occupants upper bodies The airbag modules are mounted in the roof and are activated by a central sensor and sensors in the side of the Accord Euro that determine the most appropriate timing and deployment rates in side or other impacts depending on severity ...

Page 22: ... cluster while beneath it the upper edge of the bumper runs back arrow like into the front wheelarches The deep front bumper features three openings in its lower edge a long central one flanked by smaller elements which house the front fog lamps where fitted Visually strong elements of the design are the pronounced wheelarches their surrounds squared off and muscular and emphasising the car s wide...

Page 23: ...anel area and in the junction between the door pillars and roof structure Rear suspension vertical rigidity is improved by 20 per cent while front suspension horizontal rigidity is increased 35 per cent Particular attention has been paid to the rear structures of Sedan and Tourer Thus on the Sedan a key component is formed by the C pillars the wheel housings and the floor cross member which form a...

Page 24: ...dy fairings controls airflow underneath the car and around the front and rear tires Windshield wipers and arms are positioned below the hood line Flush window and sunroof moldings reduce air turbulence Exterior mirror housings are aerodynamically shaped to further reduce turbulence Electric fuel filler flap release The fuel filler door locks and unlocks automatically along with the doors By elimin...

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Page 26: ...on of noise absorbing materials in combination with a highly rigid body a floating rear subframe and variable rate damping Material quality fit and finish have received exacting attention plastics have been chosen for their quality and feel and production techniques introduced to ensure the highest standards of finish This can be seen with the use of slush moulding for the fascia which eliminates ...

Page 27: ...e their new internal structure is designed to reduce any transmission of vibration Good visibility is ensured by a field of vision enhanced by the large windscreen and thinner stronger A pillars Black with silver trim the sporty three spoke steering wheel holds a complete suite of controls audio buttons on the left hand spoke cruise control on the right hand spoke and the trip computer buttons on ...

Page 28: ...ear seat passengers have access to a further two which are contained in the centre armrest revealed when it is folded down The Accord Euro is equipped with a dual zone automatic climate control system that lets the driver and front passenger set temperature modes to their individual liking Information from a solar sensor located on top of the instrument panel is used to adjust the temperature and ...

Page 29: ...6 CD changer unit located in the centre console a separate high power amp delivering 415 watts and no fewer than 10 speakers two tweeters and an 8cm centre speaker in the fascia four door speakers two rear speakers in the parcel shelf Sedan or in the rear cargo sides Tourer and a 20cm subwoofer in the rear shelf panel of the Sedan or in the rear side panel in the case of the Tourer Volume of the s...

Page 30: ...om the on screen display functioning much like a computer pointing device The Interface Dial allows you to choose menu options or spell out words an address business name or place for example Rear view camera With the Satellite Navigation driver s also have the additional benefit of a rear view camera which activates when reverse gear is engaged Located in the trim above the rear licence plate it ...

Page 31: ... model can have sensors fitted as an accessory Auto lights wipers L and N models are equipped with automatic headlamps With the switch set to auto a light sensor located on the windscreen detects low light conditions so that the headlamps are automatically lit as the car enters a tunnel a garage or any zone which is dark enough to trigger the sensor Similarly there is also a rain sensor that activ...

Page 32: ...es located just within the upper edge of the boot opening Despite its dynamic styling the Tourer s luggage capacity at 406 litres VDA with all seats in place is one of the best in the sport wagon category In practical terms that is sufficient to comfortably accomodate four golf bags or four large suitcases Larger loads can be carried with the rear seats folded and in this configuration the Tourer ...

Page 33: ...An additional storage area is concealed by a panel located in the left load bay side wall and there are smaller storage cubbies in the load bay floor The highly practical retractable tonneau cover features a large easy to grip handle and large guides on either side of the luggage area into which it can be quickly and easily slotted Available as an option is a vertical cargo net which can be positi...

Page 34: ... litre i VTEC petrol engine offering outstanding performance fuel economy that places it firmly at the forefront of its class and compliance with the requirements of Euro 5 emissions legislation The choice of transmission is either a 6 speed manual or a 5 speed automatic The 2 4 litre engine is more powerful delivering 148kW of power at 7 000 rpm and peak torque of 234Nm at 4 500 rpm up from 140kW...

Page 35: ...me degree of overlap At high engine speeds during motorway cruising for example there is much greater overlap which reduces pumping losses maximises exhaust gas recirculation and provides the best balance between fuel consumption and output Finally at idle and low engine speeds during light load conditions inlet valve opening is retarded for minimal overlap generating strong swirl and therefore st...

Page 36: ...ioned very close to the cylinders for swift light off after a cold engine start A secondary catalytic converter is positioned under the passenger compartment floor shortly downstream Exhaust System To help boost engine torque the Accord Euro has a new high flow low back pressure exhaust system that contributes to a 15 percent increase in exhaust flow over the previous Euro Large diameter pipe size...

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Page 38: ...ign has a broad engagement band for progressive engagement and smoother launches 5 speed automatic with paddle shifters The 5 speed automatic transmission features a wide spread of ratios to maximise off the line acceleration and provide relaxed and fuel efficient cruising Its operation is now simpler and more logical to fully exploit its capabilities So instead of two interlinked gates one for co...

Page 39: ...he lower gear The system will also automatically select first gear as the Accord Euro comes to a stop to prevent pulling away in a high gear A further enhancement of the latest automatic gearbox is a kick down click system Instead of a vague stab of the pedal to initiate the kick down mechanism the driver is given a clear indication of the point in the accelerator pedal s travel at which the gear ...

Page 40: ...ion in a lower gear for better climbing power or increased downhill engine braking Gear Logic Control also keeps the transmission in its current lower ratio when the throttle is quickly released and the brakes are applied such as when decelerating to enter a corner This function leaves the chassis undisturbed by excess shifting during spirited driving ensuring that abundant power is immediately av...

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Page 42: ... Sedan N Automatic 8 9 litres per 100km Accord Euro Tourer L Automatic 9 1 litres per 100km Accord Euro Tourer N Automatic 9 1 litres per 100km Local testing Auckland to Taupo to Auckland In New Zealand the concern and focus of customers on fuel economy has been appreciated by Honda since 2003 when a local return test route between Auckland to Taupo was established This test provides several benef...

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Page 44: ...ion ensure confidence inspiring high speed stability The high rigidity body provides an ideal suspension platform Suspension Double wishbone front suspension components include stamped steel upper A arms cast iron steering knuckles cast iron lower A arms coil over dampers and a larger thicker 26 5 mm diameter hollow versus the previous 25 4 mm hollow design front stabiliser bar A steel subframe cr...

Page 45: ...per Progressive Valve is engineered to provide ideal damping rates at both low and high speeds With a typical suspension unit damping forces rise with the speed of damper compression such as occurs when the vehicle encounters road irregularities at high speed This can cause significant ride harshness and noise that reduces passenger comfort and enjoyment However the new dampers are tuned to provid...

Page 46: ...rear they are 300mm solid discs with a drum for the handbrake Low expansion brake hoses are used The system includes Electronic Brakeforce Distribution EBD anti lock braking ABS and Emergency Brake Assist EBA the latter helping drivers apply full braking pressure in an accident avoidance situation EPS on all models An advanced speed sensitive Electric Power Steering system is now used across the A...

Page 47: ...s actual response and the driver s control inputs If the actual response is outside the predicted response range as when cornering forces exceed the tyres performance VSA automatically intervenes with corrective action In the case of oversteer which may lead to a spin VSA applies braking to the outside wheels to counter the yawing tendency On the other hand if understeer is detected VSA applies br...

Page 48: ...y and via the EPS a steering impulse in the required direction is initiated The input from the EPS is barely noticeable and represents just a small amount of steering wheel movement control of the steering remains with the driver at all times But this supporting steering torque is enough to prompt the driver to act intuitively and to choose the optimum steering movement steering into the skid when...

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Page 50: ...available There is no extra charge for Metallic or Pearlesant paint finishes Obsidian Granite Deep Lava Cobalt Blue Premium White Bluestone Stratus Silver Interior colours The Accord Euro S features a black In L and N models black leather with velour interior perforated centre sections is standard ...

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Page 52: ...oilers ducktail or wing only for Sedan In addition to the body accessories there is a range of 18 alloy wheel designs that include 235 45 R18 tyres Sedan Exclusive The Sedan features exclusive luggage space accessories including a cargo net a side pocket and hooks that attach to the underside of the rear shelf to hang your shopping bags Tourer Exclusive The Tourer also benefits from a range of hig...

Page 53: ...passenger protection zone Side intrusion door beams and impact absorbing bumpers Front seats with 3 point ELR seatbelts front rear Pretensioners load limiters and height adjustable anchor points ISOFIX child seat attachment points 2 child seat tether points 3 ALR Automatic Locking Reel seatbelts and child proof rear door locks Engine immobiliser alarm and remote central locking on all doors with v...

Page 54: ...kirts sport grille your choice of wing or ducktail spoiler Front sport bumper side skirts and sport grille rear sports bumper Sedan or rear bumper skirt Tourer Rear spoiler wing or ducktail choice available AUDIO In dash stereo tuner with 6 disc CD changer MP3 WMA compatible with folder control and Speed sensitive Volume Control SVC 415 watt amplifier 10 speakers including center speaker and 8 sub...

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Page 57: ...reeFund which funds the planting of ten native trees for every new car sold with individual Honda agents funding an additional three trees Trees are planted locally within the customer s purchase region in association with Regional Councils assisting in the restoration of communities biodiversity This has proven extremely successful with over 75 000 native trees funded every year since 2004 Honda ...

Page 58: ...e Some vehicles may be shown with optional equipment and illustrated examples may differ slightly from New Zealand specification Paint and trim colours shown may differ from actual colours due to limitations of the printing process ...

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