3 Reasons the Honda Accord Remains the Best-Selling Car for More Than Four Decades
For forty years and counting, the Honda Accord has been one of the most beloved vehicles the automaker offers. Over the years, Honda has improved the Accord’s fuel efficiency, lowered its emissions, and improved its safety. It’s no wonder this sedan’s popularity has stayed strong decade after decade. Here’s a closer look at three reasons the Honda Accord remains one of the best-selling vehicles in the Honda lineup.
1. The Accord Has Evolved From Humble Beginnings
Ever since the first Honda Accord rolled into dealers’ showrooms in 1976, it’s enjoyed tremendous adoration and success from both industry insiders and car buyers. The Accord’s debut was part of an expansion of the Honda lineup, and no one anticipated its meteoric rise.
As a three-door hatchback, the first generation Accord was smaller than the present-day version. Its wheelbase measured just under 94 inches, and it was 162.8 inches long. Compare those measurements to the 2016 Accord, which has a wheelbase measuring 109.3 inches and a length of 192.5 inches. It’s evident Honda has responded to evolving tastes and demands from consumers, many of whom prefer a roomier sedan. Thanks to the Accord getting meaningful updates through the years, it’s maintained its status as a bestseller.
2. It’s Easy for the Accord to Be Green
From its first generation to the ninth, the Honda Accord has always had above-average fuel efficiency. Third-party auto reviewer Edmunds describes the 2016 Accord’s fuel economy as “excellent.” For the 2016 Accord sedan, all models outfitted with continuously variable transmission have better gas mileage than the available manual transmission.
In addition to its fuel efficiency, the Honda Accord has emission control sensors to ensure the vehicle isn’t exceeding established limits. Indeed, the Accord has set the standard in its class for low emissions thanks to its superior technology for handling outputs. It was the first gasoline-powered ultra-low emissions vehicle (ULEV) when the Accord debuted in 1998. Fast forward two years and the 2000 Accord hit the market as the first super ultra-low emissions vehicle (SULEV) running on gasoline.
3. Safety Is a Top Priority With the Accord
Over the years, the Honda Accord has proven itself to be a reliable and safe vehicle. The 2016 model comes with standard safety mechanisms such as antilock disc brakes, air bags, and traction control technology. Also standard is a rearview camera, which gives drivers a clear view of objects and people that may be behind them.
With an available Sensing package, you can get an Accord that’s equipped with forward collision alerts and automatic braking to prevent the crash. The package also includes warnings that you’re about to leave your lane and intervention technology to keep you on the road and in your lane. On upper trims, you get the LaneWatch system. When you initiate the right turn signal, the interior touchscreen provides a wide view of the vehicle’s passenger side, giving you a clear picture of what, if anything, is in your blind spot.
On top of these features, the Accord has earned a reputation for having a comfortable, attractive interior that incorporates creature comforts and entertainment options such as Apple Car Play.
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