Honda Announces All-New Accord Hybrid Pricing

The all-new 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid, the world's first V-6-powered gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle and Honda's third hybrid, will carry a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $29,990 when it goes in sale at Honda dealerships nationwide on December 10. The Accord Hybrid, outfitted with an available voice-activated Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System, is priced at $31,990. Powered by an advanced V-6 hybrid powertrain and equipped with a long list of standard comfort and convenience features, the Accord Hybrid claims to be the most powerful, luxurious, and refined hybrid vehicle to date. The Accord Hybrid with a five-speed automatic transmission has earned EPA city/highway fuel economy ratings of 29/37 mpg, on par with a compact class Civic four-cylinder sedan.

"The Accord Hybrid marks a new chapter in the evolution of hybrid technology," says Dick Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "It requires no sacrifice in power, performance or comfort and delivers on the expectations of the customer for advanced technology and improved fuel efficiency. "

The all-new Accord Hybrid employs 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 provide the world's best V-6 fuel efficiency along with highly responsive and powerful V-6 performance.

The Accord Hybrid generates 255 peak horsepower (versus 240hp for the Accord V-6 Sedan) with a broad, flat torque curve for exceptional power and driving performance. In addition to offering impressive performance, the Accord Hybrid's EPA fuel economy rating is a 38 percent better than the current Accord V-6 in city driving and 23 percent better in highway driving.

The new Accord Hybrid comes equipped with a high level of premium features and equipment, including a leather-trimmed interior, dual zone automatic climate control (with industry first hybrid air conditioning system), eight-way power driver's seat, XM Satellite Radio, and in-dash six-disc CD changer. An exclusive rear deck lid spoiler and specially designed alloy wheels add to the Accord Hybrid's enhanced aerodynamic performance. In keeping with Honda's industry-leading "Safety for Everyone" initiative, all Accord Hybrids come equipped with a comprehensive list of advanced safety features, including driver and front passenger side airbags, side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS), and Traction Control System (TCS).