Honda Accord V6 - 271 BHP!! EDIT : Now Launched

Shan2nu · 22nd February 2009, 13:25

Thats great news!!!

I recently saw the new Accord 2.4 in person and boy does it look good.

That chassis coupled with a 271bhp V6 engine with i-vtec and VCM is to die for. I just hope they launch a M/T variant also.

FE should be as good as or even better than the 2.4 in cruise mode (since 3 cylinders equate to only 1.75 ltrs).

Shan2nu

d_himan · 22nd February 2009, 13:33

Some details from Autocar India

1. 3.5 V6 Vtec >250 Bhp
2. 5 Speed Automatic
3. 17" rims
4. ~1.5 lakhs more than the 2.4!

Link:
:: AUTOCAR INDIA - CAR AND BIKE MAGAZINE ::

Shan2nu · 22nd February 2009, 13:41

If they actually launch it at 1.5L more, why even have the 2.4 ltr version? LOL

The V6 beats the 2.4 in every aspect.

Shan2nu

asr245 · 22nd February 2009, 15:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shan2nu

If they actually launch it at 1.5L more, why even have the 2.4 ltr version? LOL

The V6 beats the 2.4 in every aspect.

Shan2nu

Difference will probably ard 3-4L. What a beast it will be!

GTO · 22nd February 2009, 16:16

WOOHOO! The best-buy luxury sedan in India only gets better. 250+ horses will give the Accord performance to match the best (currently available) cars from Europe. And while at that, the V6 will offer refinement that's in another league as well. Great decision Honda! I think the actual price difference will work out to about 2.5 lakhs on the road (after taxes & insurance). Now:

1. Please give the option of a manual. I know there is a small chance, but still....

2. A stiffer suspension : The I-4 will please cruisers, but not the enthusiast with its comfort oriented suspension. 250+ BHP deserves better handling.

3. Superior trim level : Sunroof? Bigger wheels? Traction control?

Can't wait to high-revv this beast. Come to think of it, the Accord V6 will be the most powerful car this side of 45 lakh rupees (only the BMW 530i & the Audi 3.2 FSI have more horses). Best part is, it will be the most reliable as well! Talk about having your cake and eating it too.

vineethvazhayil · 22nd February 2009, 17:52

wish i had the moolah to afford this!

d3adlythegame · 22nd February 2009, 17:56

Only if this was a Coupe :P, I wish right ?

Gotta satisfy ourselves with what we are getting :(.

Sahil · 22nd February 2009, 21:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

WOOHOO! The best-buy luxury sedan in India only gets better. 250+ horses will give the Accord performance to match the best (currently available) cars from Europe. And while at that, the V6 will offer refinement that's in another league as well. Great decision Honda! I think the actual price difference will work out to about 2.5 lakhs on the road (after taxes & insurance). Now:

1. Please give the option of a manual. I know there is a small chance, but still....

2. A stiffer suspension : The I-4 will please cruisers, but not the enthusiast with its comfort oriented suspension. 250+ BHP deserves better handling.

3. Superior trim level : Sunroof? Bigger wheels? Traction control?

Can't wait to high-revv this beast. Come to think of it, the Accord V6 will be the most powerful car this side of 45 lakh rupees (only the BMW 530i & the Audi 3.2 FSI have more horses). Best part is, it will be the most reliable as well! Talk about having your cake and eating it too.

Did i see a black C220CDi up for sale already

Great decision by Honda. I just hope they price it right, stiffen the suspension & give it nice footwear.

I hope the new technology of shutting of a few cylinders would provide FE figures that are at least at par with the 2.4L engine.

Caramelo · 22nd February 2009, 21:40

250 hp at 20lacs its not bad at all wohoo!! lolz

how about a 400 hp V8

m-hawk · 22nd February 2009, 21:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Caramelo

how about a 400 hp V8

Lets hope Honda get s this right then expect for more !! Pricing will definitely play a huge role here !!

Parm · 22nd February 2009, 22:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by d3adlythegame

Only if this was a Coupe :P, I wish right ?

Gotta satisfy ourselves with what we are getting :(.

come on dude, you cant wish for everything!

look on the brighter side...atleast 3.5 v6 is being launched atleast!

vinaydas · 22nd February 2009, 23:21

not really interested though
But really looking forward for the gem of an engine ICTDI diesel thats what will sell like hot cakes not the v6..
the only sale this version will see is from enthusiasts no one else.They will soon sell it as it starts slowly draining cash from their pockets for fuel.
then as the current v6 it will keep on circulating in the 2nd hand market for relatively low prices and few takers.

vineethvazhayil · 23rd February 2009, 09:46

Honda doesn't seem too keen on diesel in India anyway. And yes, the V6 is for enthusiasts, and I am eager to know how the cylinder shut off at low speeds is going to improve the fuel efficiency. If it is going to be equivalent of the straight 4 on the 2.4 vtec, then the extra 1.5/2 lakhs on the V6 is every bit worth it.

mxx · 23rd February 2009, 11:26

does the AT come with paddle shifts?

ImmortalZ · 23rd February 2009, 11:28

Yes, it does come with paddle shifts.

22nd February 2009, 13:25	#16
Shan2nu Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Hubli - Karnata Posts: 5,533 Thanked: 125 Times View My Garage	Thats great news!!! I recently saw the new Accord 2.4 in person and boy does it look good. That chassis coupled with a 271bhp V6 engine with i-vtec and VCM is to die for. I just hope they launch a M/T variant also. FE should be as good as or even better than the 2.4 in cruise mode (since 3 cylinders equate to only 1.75 ltrs). Shan2nu
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22nd February 2009, 13:33	#17
d_himan BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bombay Posts: 862 Thanked: 947 Times	Some details from Autocar India 1. 3.5 V6 Vtec >250 Bhp 2. 5 Speed Automatic 3. 17" rims 4. ~1.5 lakhs more than the 2.4! Link: :: AUTOCAR INDIA - CAR AND BIKE MAGAZINE ::
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22nd February 2009, 13:41	#18
Shan2nu Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Hubli - Karnata Posts: 5,533 Thanked: 125 Times View My Garage	If they actually launch it at 1.5L more, why even have the 2.4 ltr version? LOL The V6 beats the 2.4 in every aspect. Shan2nu
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22nd February 2009, 16:16	#20
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,515 Thanked: 300,704 Times View My Garage	WOOHOO! The best-buy luxury sedan in India only gets better. 250+ horses will give the Accord performance to match the best (currently available) cars from Europe. And while at that, the V6 will offer refinement that's in another league as well. Great decision Honda! I think the actual price difference will work out to about 2.5 lakhs on the road (after taxes & insurance). Now: 1. Please give the option of a manual. I know there is a small chance, but still.... 2. A stiffer suspension : The I-4 will please cruisers, but not the enthusiast with its comfort oriented suspension. 250+ BHP deserves better handling. 3. Superior trim level : Sunroof? Bigger wheels? Traction control? Can't wait to high-revv this beast. Come to think of it, the Accord V6 will be the most powerful car this side of 45 lakh rupees (only the BMW 530i & the Audi 3.2 FSI have more horses). Best part is, it will be the most reliable as well! Talk about having your cake and eating it too.
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22nd February 2009, 17:52	#21
vineethvazhayil Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 1,513 Thanked: 456 Times View My Garage	wish i had the moolah to afford this!
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22nd February 2009, 17:56	#22
d3adlythegame BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: new delhi Posts: 90 Thanked: Once	Only if this was a Coupe :P, I wish right ? Gotta satisfy ourselves with what we are getting :(.
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22nd February 2009, 21:40	#24
Caramelo BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: ahmedabad Posts: 769 Thanked: 16 Times	250 hp at 20lacs its not bad at all wohoo!! lolz how about a 400 hp V8
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22nd February 2009, 23:21	#27
vinaydas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 1,399 Thanked: 148 Times	not really interested though But really looking forward for the gem of an engine ICTDI diesel thats what will sell like hot cakes not the v6.. the only sale this version will see is from enthusiasts no one else.They will soon sell it as it starts slowly draining cash from their pockets for fuel. then as the current v6 it will keep on circulating in the 2nd hand market for relatively low prices and few takers.
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23rd February 2009, 09:46	#28
vineethvazhayil Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 1,513 Thanked: 456 Times View My Garage	Honda doesn't seem too keen on diesel in India anyway. And yes, the V6 is for enthusiasts, and I am eager to know how the cylinder shut off at low speeds is going to improve the fuel efficiency. If it is going to be equivalent of the straight 4 on the 2.4 vtec, then the extra 1.5/2 lakhs on the V6 is every bit worth it.
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23rd February 2009, 11:26	#29
mxx BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 761 Thanked: 267 Times	does the AT come with paddle shifts?
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23rd February 2009, 11:28	#30
ImmortalZ Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 2,179 Thanked: 488 Times View My Garage	Yes, it does come with paddle shifts.
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