2009 Honda Accord

The 2009 Honda Accord should see no major changes following its 2008 redesign. Four-cylinder and V6-powered coupes and sedans are available. Available are a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder of 177 or 190 hp, and a 3.5-liter V6 with 268 hp. The V6 includes Honda's Variable Cylinder Management cylinder deactivation. Coupes and sedans are offered in EX and EX-L trim levels. Sedans are also offered in entry-level LX and LX-P versions. An entry-level LX-S coupe is also offered. The 4-cylinder engine is available on all models. EX and EX-L sedans are also available with the V6. A 5-speed automatic transmission is available across the board. V6 EX-L coupes are available with a 6-speed manual transmission, other models can be had with a 5-speed manual. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Leather seating is standard on EX-L models, but not available otherwise. A navigation system is also available. This report is based on evaluations of the 2008 Honda Accord.