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5 Reasons to Buy the 2018 Honda Accord



The Honda Accord has been one of the best-sellingcars in the U.S. for nearly 30 years, and for good reason. The mid-size sedan is known for being affordable, reliable and fun to drive. It has won countless awards over the years and was most recently named the 2018North American Car of the Year and the OverallBest Buy for 2018 by Kelley Blue Book. With all this in mind, here are five reasons to consider buying the 2018 Honda Accord.

Fun and Functional Engines

The latest Accordcomes standard with a 192-horsepower 1.5-liter VTEC® turbo four-cylinder engine, offering plenty of power for smooth acceleration and passing. The available 252-horsepower 2.0-liter engine is great for those who want to turn their driving experience up a notch. Honda also offers a hybrid version with an Atkinson-cycle 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine and two electric motors.
No matter which drivetrain you choose, you can expect to get excellent fuel economy. The Accord gets an estimated 30/38 mpg city/highway, while the hybrid gets an impressive 47/47mpg city/highway.

Impressive Drive

The Accord’swheelbase has grown more than two inches from its 2017 iteration, improving stability and drivability. Honda also made some improvements to the handling, making for a fun drive especially in Sport mode.

You can opt for a manualtransmission if you enjoy shifting, but even the automatic models have the feel of a comfortable, sporty sedan.

Standard Safety Features

Advanced safety features come standard with every trim level of the 2018 Honda Accord. HondaSensing® is the automaker’s suite of technologies that work with you to keep you and your passengers safe. It includes:

  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – Maintains a set following distance behind vehicles. 
  • Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) Applies the brakes when a collision is determined to be unavoidable. 
  • Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) – Adjusts steering to keep you centered in a detected lane. Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) – Adjusts braking and steering if you cross detected lanes without signaling. 
  • Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) – A small camera is used to notify drivers of posted speed limits.

The EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels come with even more safety features, including the Blind Spot Information System and Cross Traffic Monitor.

Stylish Redesign

Hondaredesigned the new Accord with a more stylish look than the model it replaces. The new Accord has sloping side windows, a sleeker front and coupe-like roof.

The interior also got a major upgrade, with higher-quality materials and roomier cabin, making for a more comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.

Technological Upgrades

The 2018 Accord has the same infotainment system that debuted in the 2018 Odyssey minivan. The LX and hybrid models have a seven-inch color LCD touchscreen with a multi-angle rearview camera and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® audio. They also feature dual-zone automatic climate control and push-button start for ultimate driver convenience and comfort.

Higher trim levels include Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration, ventilated front seats, wireless phone chargers, mobile hotspot capability and rain-sensing windshield wipers, among other advanced features.

Find Your Dream Honda at Neil Huffman Honda

From the Accord’s new look and technology upgrades to cutting-edge safety features, there are many reasons to drive home in a 2018 Accord. If you are in the market for a new sedan, you should consider test driving the redesigned Accord at NeilHuffman Honda. We are proud to help Kentuckiana residents find the car of their dreams.

We do whatever it takes to make the car-buying experience enjoyable for you by offering dealer-specific benefits such as our two-year complimentary maintenance on every vehicle and our 110 percent Price Protection Guarantee. Check out our inventory online or call 888-447-1756 to schedule a test drive.
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