| Model year | 2013 |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Accord |
| Style | EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT) |
| Vehicle Type | FWD 4dr 5-passenger Sedan |
| Base MSRP | $25,405 |
| As-tested MSRP | $26,195 |
| Assembly location | Marysville, Ohio |
| Configuration | Transverse, front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | Naturally aspirated, direct-injected inline-4, gasoline |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 2,354/144 |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, four valves per cylinder, variable intake-valve timing and lift |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 11.1 |
| Redline, indicated (rpm) | 6,800 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 185 @ 6,400 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 181 @ 3,900 |
| Fuel type | Regular unleaded |
| Transmission type | Pulley-regulated continuously variable transmission with console shifter with sport/competition modes |
| Transmission ratios (x:1) | 4.123 - 0.631 |
| Final-drive ratio (x:1) | 3.238 |
| Differential(s) | Open |
| Suspension, front | Independent MacPherson struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Suspension, rear | Independent multilink, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Steering type | Electric-assist rack-and-pinion steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 13.23 |
| Tire type | All-season front and rear |
| Tire size, front | 215/55R17 |
| Tire size, rear | 215/55R17 |
| Wheel size | 17-by-7.5 inches front and rear |
| Wheel material | Aluminum |
| Brakes, front | 11.5-inch one-piece ventilated rotors with single-piston sliding calipers |
| Brakes, rear | 11.1-inch one-piece rotors with single-piston sliding calipers |
| Acceleration, 0-30 mph (sec.) | 3.4 |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 5.3 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 7.8 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 11.1 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 15.8 @ 91.2 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 7.5 |
| 0-30 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 3.5 |
| 0-45 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 5.4 |
| 0-60 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 7.9 |
| 0-75 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 11.2 |
| 1/4-mile, trac ON (sec. @ mph) | 15.8 @ 91.2 |
| 0-60, trac ON with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 7.5 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 32 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 128 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 65.2 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) ESC ON | 65.5 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.81 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) ESC ON | 0.83 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 40.2 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 70.2 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 62.0 |
| Engine speed @ 70 mph (rpm) | 2,000 |
| Acceleration comments | Best launch with no brake torque. Feels weak off the line, but quickly makes the most of the new engine's power. Still, there's typical CVT behavior at WOT. |
| Braking comments | Soft pedal. Lots of ABS noise and feedback. Some lateral wander. Not the best in its class in this test, but distance is OK. |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: Light steering effort is obvious here, but steering still offers enough feedback to prudently guide the car. Good visibility makes placing it easy. Won't rotate off throttle, but what midsize sedan will? Slalom: Certainly not a sports car, but quite good for the segment. Feels light and changes directions readily. Excellent ESC tuning allows for rapid transitions without punishing driver. |
| Test date | 8/28/2012 |
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | 84.3 |
| Relative humidity (%) | 23.7 |
| Barometric pressure (in. Hg) | 28.7 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 1.0, Tail/cross |
| Odometer (mi.) | 1,377 |
| Fuel used for test | 87-octane gasoline |
| As-tested tire pressures, f/r (psi) | 32/32 |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 27 city/36 highway/30 combined |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 26.3 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 17.2 |
| Stereo description | 160-watt, six speaker AM/FM/CD with WMA/MP3 audio system |
| iPod/digital media compatibility | Standard iPod via USB jack, standard aux jack |
| Rear seat video and entertainment | Not available |
| Bluetooth phone connectivity | Standard |
| Smart entry/Start | Standard ignition and doors |
| Parking aids | Standard back-up camera |
| Blind-spot detection | Standard right-side camera (LaneWatch) |
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,192 (LX trim) |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,320 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 61/39 |
| Length (in.) | 191.4 |
| Width (in.) | 72.8 |
| Height (in.) | 57.7 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 109.3 |
| Track, front (in.) | 62.8 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 62.7 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 42.5 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 38.5 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 39.1 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 37.5 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 58.6 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 56.5 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Trunk volume (cu-ft) | 15.8 |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/unlimited mileage |
| Roadside assistance | Available for purchase via Honda Care contract |
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