The 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid has been significantly upgraded for the 2017 model year. Improvements include updates and upgrades to the chassis, powertrain, electronics, interior and exterior. The 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid hits the market today with a base MSRP of $29,605.
New Accord Hybrids come standard with Honda Sensing, the company’s suite of driver assist technology, which includes:
- Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Other safety features include a multi-angle rear view camera, an expanded view on the driver’s mirror, and on Touring trim, new automatic high-beam headlights.
One of the most notable changes is the second-generation 2.0-liter i-VTEC Atkinson Cycle engine which now makes a combined output of 212 horsepower, up 16 horsepower over the 2015 Accord Hybrid. The 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid makes 232 lb-ft of torque from 0 to 2,000 rpm. The EPA fuel economy rating is 49 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 48 mpg combined.
The powertrain has three modes of operation:
- EV Drive – using its electric propulsion motor and lithium ion battery pack to drive the front wheels for short distances under light loads (with the engine turned off)
- Hybrid Drive – the electric propulsion motor drives the front wheels while the gasoline engine powers a second motor/generator to supplement electrical current drawn from the battery pack
- Engine Drive – using a lock-up clutch mechanism to connect the engine and propulsion motor, the front wheels are driven by both the motor and gasoline engine
The 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid is available at dealerships now.
Check out the 2016 Honda Accord Coupe video below:
