By: ROBIINSON/BEINTEMA AUTOFILES

The completely redesigned 2008 Honda Accord makes its Canadian debut at dealerships nationwide with Manufacturer Suggested Retail Prices ranging from $25,090 for the Accord LX Sedan to $38,290 for the sporty Accord EX-L V6 Coupe featuring Honda’s satellite-linked navigation system with bi-lingual voice activation. The new Accord sedans and coupes feature a wide range of innovative technologies designed for greater efficiency, enhanced safety and improved performance.    

“Our new Accord adds popular features and enhancements while maintaining competitive pricing,” said Jim Miller, executive vice president of Honda Canada Inc.  “Accord has been a perennial segment leader during its 30-year history with Canadian buyers valuing its refined features, strong performance and overall design. The eighth-generation Accord provides Canadians a vehicle that is ‘green, safe, fun,’ with an emphasis on expressive styling, fun-to-drive performance and innovative packaging.”

The Accord is available in sedan and coupe body styles with two variations of a 2.4-litre 4-cylinder and two iterations of the 3.5-litre V6 engine.

Another innovative technology for Accord is Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) steering. This new steering system uses variable mechanical ratio steering, in addition to variable power assist, to provide precise on-center feel and greater responsiveness at increased steering angles. And, even though the Accord is larger in all dimensions, its torsional rigidity has increased by 20 per cent as a result of advanced body construction.

Sample prices:

Accord Sedan LX 177-hp 4-cylinder Manual - $25,090

Accord Sedan LX 177-hp 4-cylinder Auto - $26,290

Accord Sedan EX-L 268-hp V6 Auto w/Navi - $37,790

Accord Coupe EX 190-hp 4-cylinder Manual - $27,990

Accord Coupe EX-L 268-hp V6 Auto w/Navi - $38,290

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