Honda Accord Euro Has A Wealth Of Improvements

The Honda Accord Euro lineup consists of two models with essentially the same mechanical package: 2.4-litre, four cylinder engine with a choice of six-speed manual or five-speed automatic gearbox. Alloy wheels and 16inch wheels and tyres are standard on both models.

Standard features include electric windows and mirrors, remote central locking, dual zone climate control and cruise controlThe Accord Euro is a wealth of improvements. We’re talking a more advanced engine and driveline, electronic enhancements and safety features under the skin, and chassis and suspension changes to improve what Honda calls “driver exhilaration”.The driver’s seat adjusts for height, tilt and reach; manually on the base model, electrically on the top spec. Coupled with the tilt and reach adjust on the steering wheel, the Accord easily accommodates most size drivers.

The centre console reflects some design elements from the exterior of the car, and all controls and dials are well laid out, falling easily to hand..The Euro’s responsive 140kW engine, sporty chassis and grippy tyres are a plus in emergency manoeuvres, as are the strong brakes. Both models come with 4 wheel disc brakes, kitted with anti-lock and electronic brakeforce distribution, traction control and vehicle stability assist.

Passive safety includes twin airbags, side airbags and seat belt pretensioners for front seat occupants. Side curtain airbags are fitted standard to the more expensive Luxury model but they’re not available on the basic motor. Side impact protection and crumple zones are built into the body structure; as they are for just about every other vehicle in this price range.

Honda’s much acclaimed I-VTEC variable valve timing is back on both intake and exhaust sides of the combustion process, liberating a class leading 140kW of power and 223Nm of torque. The trade off for this impressive punch is that you’ll always need to fill up at the more expensive Premium Unleaded petrol pump.

Honda has mated a five-speed automatic transmission with tiptronic gear select to make the most of the power increase. Standard is a very smooth shifting six-speed manual gearbox, and frankly, we found nothing wrong with either. Search used Ford Cars Sligo.ie to find the car of your dreams.

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