Presenting Accord'08 Model!

Calling all Honda Accord fans! The 8th generation, 2008 model has finally being unveiled. Positioned as the most powerful Honda ever built, the model comes in several variant. Top of the range is the 3.5 iVTEC V6 model, a powerhouse - delivering an awesome 273 horsepower! Click on the photos for bigger picture.

The 8th generation Accord sedan model will also see its coupe sibling hit the road soon.

Due to its larger body, the sedan model has been upgraded by from the EPA mid-size category car to the EPA large size category.

Excerpt from Honda's press release:

Key Accord Sedan and Coupe Advancements Include:
• Safety - First Accord to receive Honda's revolutionary ACE™ body structure.
• Engineering - New features include a lower floor, a dynamic engine mounting system, a lower center of gravity and Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) steering.
• Quality - Raising the bar on Accord's legendary DQR.
• Top-of-class power - The most ever for a Honda V-6 and an Accord four-cylinder.
• Excellent fuel efficiency - The most ever for a conventional Honda V-6.
• Best emissions performance - First vehicle to offer four-cylinder and V-6 models that both meet PZEV standards.

Additional firsts for Accord Include:
• First 100% use of four-wheel disc brakes across the entire model range.
• First use of Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) on all models.
• Largest fuel tank (18.5 gallons).
• First 100% use of steering-wheel audio controls across the entire model range.
• First Accord to offer a power lumbar support, auto-dimming inside mirror, compass, multi-line display CD/MP3 player, auxiliary-input jack and subwoofer

More write up here. More pictures of the sedan model here, while the coupe model can be viewed here