Features

The Accord has been styled to attract more than just a passing glance. Its sharp lines and powerful stance excite the senses from any angle.

Artful

Look closely. The Accord's form is a study in modern design.

Outside In

Wide-opening doors invite you to step inside. And the one-touch power moonroof (EX and above) couldn't be any easier.

Anything But Ordinary

No stone has been left unturned. That's because the details make all the difference. Take a look at the Accord's brilliantly finished exhaust and chrome door handles (V-6). Exquisite attention to fit and finish set the Accord apart from the average sedan.

Performance

Powerful, yes, but every bit as environmentally responsible and fuel-efficient. And did we mention fun?

Decisions

The LX 4-door features a 2.4-liter i-VTEC® 4-cylinder with 177 hp. Plus, there's a 190-hp EX version. And a 271-hp, 3.5-liter V-6.

Legendary Performance

Accord models have always roared ahead of the curve. That's because they utilize i-VTEC® for abundant power and efficiency at all engine speeds. The V-6 features the latest generation of Honda's Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) technology, which activates the engine's cylinders as needed, providing both brisk acceleration and fuel efficiency.

Transmissions

Choose a quick-shifting 5-speed manual transmission. Or opt for the available 5-speed automatic that features our Grade Logic Control system, which helps put an end to gear-hunting when climbing uphill or driving back down.

Safety

The Accord Sedan earned a 5-Star safety rating in each combined category based on the latest government standards.

5-Star Safety

The Accord Sedan earned a 5-star safety rating in each of NHTSA's combined safety rating categories. And that is quite an achievement, especially since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has established new, more stringent NCAP tests.

Control

Every Accord is designed to keep you on course and away from danger. Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) helps sense oversteer or understeer in an emergency situation, and then adjusts brake pressure at each wheel and/or reduces engine power to help restore driver control and keep you on course. Standard 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS), with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), help you maintain control during hard braking. Properly inflated tires are crucial for safe operation, so the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)[3] alerts the driver when a tire's pressure reaches a significantly low level.

Protection

The Accord has been engineered to help protect you and your passengers when collisions just cannot be avoided. In-floor frame rails improve crashworthiness. And our Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure disperses frontal crash energy over a wide area, helping reduce the forces transferred to the passenger compartment.

Airbags and More

Every Accord also features standard front, front side and side curtain airbags to help reduce the likelihood of injuries in a collision. The front side airbags employ a large two-chamber design, and the front passenger's side airbag uses the Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) to prevent deployment if a child or small-statured passenger is out of position and in the airbag's path of deployment. And active front head restraints help reduce the likelihood of whiplash injuries in a sufficient rear impact.

Honda's Safety Philosophy

Honda is committed to providing safety for everyone?that means crash protection not only for our own drivers and passengers, but also for the occupants of other vehicles, and injury mitigation for pedestrians. We are dedicated to identifying and implementing advanced designs and features that help enhance the safety of vehicles on the road. Learn more.

Environment

For three decades, Honda has played a leading role in meeting environmental challenges.

Environmentally Conscious

The 2012 Accord Sedan is a fuel-efficient automotive wonder. 4-cylinder models with automatic transmission get an estimated 34 highway mpg, while V-6 models get an estimated 30 highway mpg. And as an added bonus, all Accord models run on regular unleaded gasoline.

ULEV and PZEV-Rated

Honda was the first manufacturer to offer Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle (ULEV)-rated emission technology on a production vehicle. Today, the 2012 Accord offers the even stricter Partial-Zero-Emission Vehicle (PZEV) technology.

Value

An Exceptional Price for an Exceptional Car

SE Sedan

The Accord has always been an exceptional value. And with the 2012 Accord SE, you get even more Honda for your money. Priced at $23,930, the luxurious Accord SE comes equipped with leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

"Best Resale Value"

Ever since the very first Accord was introduced in 1976, quality Honda engineering has made it one of the most reliable vehicles on the road. This high level of craftsmanship results in a high resale value, as well. In fact, the 2011 Accord was honored with the Best Resale Value Award in the Mid-Size Car category by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com.

We take great pride knowing that we've built an Accord that's an excellent value today, and will be for years to come.

Accord Heritage

1976 was huge. For one, we celebrated America's 200th birthday. And at Honda, '76 also marked the introduction of the Accord.

Even back then, we knew we had something special on our hands. And for more than three decades, the Accord has proven again and again just how special it really is. It's no mistake that Accord has made Car and Driver's 10Best list a record 25 times out of the past 29 years.

1976

With its smart size and excellent fuel economy, the first-generation Accord was a hot seller in the 1970s.

1982

The second-generation Accord was the first Honda automobile to be assembled in the U.S.A.

1986

1986 marked the introduction of a notably sleeker Accord, picking up styling cues from its sporty sibling, the Honda Prelude.

1990

Beginning in 1990, the Accord was classified as a mid-size sedan and featured a more powerful 2.2-liter engine.

1994

The fifth-generation Accord featured a more ergonomic interior, and boasted more standard safety features than ever, including dual front airbags.

1998

In 1998, the sixth-generation Accord Sedan became the largest Accord ever. For the first time, the Coupe was treated to its own sportier look, with exclusive front fascia, wheels and lights.

2003

In 2003, the Accord grew in size, power and refinement again. It continued to garner spots on Car and Driver's 10Best list. In 2005, the Accord Hybrid was introduced.

2008

With its stately presence, the 2008 Accord was the first to be classified as a full-size car?and yet this latest generation is still as nimble and fun to drive as ever. It offers more luxury, more features and better fuel economy. Plus, V-6 models feature new fuel-saving technologies like Variable Cylinder Management™.