2018 Honda Accord - A car for those who care about small details
The Honda Accord was redesigned for 2018, and its interior and exterior qualities were dramatically enhanced. I drive the EX-L model, which gives a full suite of safety features, a moonroof, leather seats, 18-inch alloy wheels, and Apple Carplay (I believe Android Auto as well, but I don't have an Android device). The exterior of the car does a great job at balancing the aggressive aesthetic cues common in newer sedans competing for a smaller share of the auto market, while retaining its conservative overall design language without appearing too boring. The rear headlamp shape is the only design feature I take issue with and wish they had done a better job. The interior is really where this car shines above the competition. The layout of the center console is very intuitive, simple, an...
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The Honda Accord was redesigned for 2018, and its interior and exterior qualities were dramatically enhanced. I drive the EX-L model, which gives a full suite of safety features, a moonroof, leather seats, 18-inch alloy wheels, and Apple Carplay (I believe Android Auto as well, but I don't have an Android device). The exterior of the car does a great job at balancing the aggressive aesthetic cues common in newer sedans competing for a smaller share of the auto market, while retaining its conservative overall design language without appearing too boring. The rear headlamp shape is the only design feature I take issue with and wish they had done a better job. The interior is really where this car shines above the competition. The layout of the center console is very intuitive, simple, and sleek. Although adorned with faux aluminum and wood, the console looks gorgeous. The climate control knobs also change color to blue if lowering the desired temperature, or red if raising it. The touchscreen console is a tablet like design that is very common, but I think it still looks professional. Leather padding and soft touch materials are in all of the sweet spots, and the leather seats are very soft. Two-way programmable, and 12-way adjusting power drivers seats are a very luxurious touch. The drivers gauges feature an analog speedometer, and a digital second screen which can house a tachometer, along with a myriad of other options, such as entertainment information or fuel economy. I would prefer the option of a digital speedometer, which I don't believe is available. The 1.5L turbocharged 4 cylinder engine providers enough power to keep you feeling comfortable with highway speeds, and the fuel economy numbers were mind blowing. Everyday commuting with 90/10 city/highway mileage split gives me 33.3mpg with eco mode engaged and conservative driving habits.
Took a trip through Arizona's freeways. It was absolutely amazing to be able to hit the adaptive cruise control and relax my feet while the car kept me at a proper distance from the car in front of me.
Took a trip through Arizona's freeways. It was absolutely amazing to be able to hit the adaptive cruise control and relax my feet while the car kept me at a proper distance from the car in front of me.
Comfortable seats, very fuel efficient, rich in features, great interior design language
Comfortable seats, very fuel efficient, rich in features, great interior design language
Rear headlamp design, step in height is low
Rear headlamp design, step in height is low
