The 2023 Honda Accord debuts in November, however within the meantime Honda has launched a teaser of the redesigned mid-size sedan.
Honda was quick on particulars—together with the precise reveal date—in its temporary press launch, however confirmed a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Google built-in connectivity (a primary for the model), and “a extra responsive and fun-to-drive hybrid powertrain.”
2023 Honda Accord teaser
Teaser photos present styling that appearances influenced by the not too long ago redesigned Civic, notably within the taillights, with a little bit of the 2023 CR-V within the grille. Honda additionally gave a glimpse of that new touchscreen, which is way bigger than the current-generation Accord’s 8.0-inch display and extra in step with the choices of different automakers.
The 2023 Accord represents the mannequin’s eleventh era, changing a model that dates again to the 2018 mannequin 12 months. The Accord has remained a benchmark for mid-size sedans, though it is probably much less essential to Honda’s backside line now that crossovers are the auto business’s money cows.
2023 Honda Accord teaser
Powertrain particulars should wait till the 2023 Accord’s November reveal, however do not wager on a return of the guide transmission. Honda killed off after the 2020 mannequin 12 months.
One query is how a lot Honda plans to emphasise the brand new Accord Hybrid. The automaker beforehand mentioned it deliberate to extend the mannequin mixture of the 2023 CR-V to 50% hybrid gross sales as a part of an effort to make use of hybrids as a gateway to electrical vehicles, which can begin arriving in earnest with the 2024 Prologue SUV. Honda can also be planning a brand new Civic Hybrid as a substitute for the Perception, so hybrids will likely be an essential a part of the automaker’s plans going ahead.