2008 Honda Accord On the Way

omarrana submitted on 11/13/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:58 AM
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2008 Honda Accord On the Way

While Honda is working on its new Accord other cars in its class like the Toyota Camry are booming in sales. Toyota’s new Camry has been accepted by sports sedan lovers and the hybrid version is being applauded by enviromentally concious drives. That being said and competition from the new Nissan Altima (with a coupe version on the way) the new Honda Accord has a lot to live up to. So far there have been some photo renderings of the 2008 Honda Accord but the official production design is due in 2007. The car will have a larger wheel base with some design elements of the new Civic. Other then that the car is expected to be close to these photo renderings you see here. There will also be a new coupe launched as well.

There are also rumors of a new Honda Accord hybrid due out by 2009. Check out some images of the concept for now. Read Article

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JUGNU - 11/13/2006 11:38:11 AMView My AgentSpace

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I believe this is what going to be the next Accord,as according to most rumours New Honda Accord will be very close to the Honda Sports 4 concept.

BTW,The whole thing is just incredible.Stunning.Great looking car.I just can't stop myself looking at it.

JUGNU

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99gs400 - 11/13/2006 11:46:03 AM

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DAMN good looking car WOWWWWWWW

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Rupert - 11/13/2006 12:04:42 PMView My AgentSpace

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this looks like the current euro honda accord, same lights grill, everything.
alothough of course it doesn't have 24 inch wheels like this one.

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Auto_Fan - 11/13/2006 2:29:44 PM

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Do u really think this is 24 inch wheels? I can't imagine that they will fit in such car size.

Lem1972 - 11/13/2006 12:12:26 PM

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This has got to be the best Accord ever designed. Call me cynical, but I just have this feeling that Honda is going to water this thing down. I hope I'm wrong.

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Aldairion - 11/22/2006 11:24:31 AM

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Honda didn't water down the MDX too much from the concept...so I think you'll be smiling soon, hah. The exhaust pipes, the interior and maybe the tail-lights may change and become more conventional, but seeing the new MDX vs. its concept...I'm thinking a lot will carry over.

As for those 24 inch wheels...I think they're just concept flash items.

99gs400 - 11/13/2006 12:21:49 PM

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Is it me or does it look kinda like an IS Lexus in a way ?

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austintyson - 11/19/2006 10:12:14 AM

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yeah in the way all cars look like the Lexus.. sorry but any sedan is a 3 box design and if you look close enough you will see anything you want.

EL34 - 11/13/2006 12:33:00 PM

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I knew it, Honda it copying the Audi A4.

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lexusis350 - 11/14/2006 4:36:40 PM

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Well, they knew they'd make a better profit, you know, with their outstanding history, and not to mention cheaper price than an Audi.

jeffy210 - 11/13/2006 12:37:53 PM

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You know, I don't like it for one reason: it looks too stout. The size is deceiving and the ratios make it looks like it is more Civic sized. Though it could be the wheels (24" ?!) The lines are nice, I just think they should elongate them a bit more.

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Sauceboy01 - 11/13/2006 1:04:47 PM

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Unfortunately, i doubt the new accord will look anything like in the artist rendering. I predict it to be more bland and more conservative in design to suit all the dull heads in this country.

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sold2early - 11/13/2006 1:04:58 PM

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Another nail in Detroit's coffin. I love it!

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sold2early - 11/13/2006 1:09:46 PM

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I doubt too that it will look that sweet; how could the TSX version possibly top that?

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99gs400 - 11/13/2006 1:27:44 PM

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RIP Detroit

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MercBasher - 11/14/2006 8:32:35 PM

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What a crock - this is a Pontiac G6 in drag - how does that kill off Detroit - give Pontiac some credit

austintyson - 11/19/2006 10:15:36 AM

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yeah and all the unemployeed will come to your house to for dinner... Just think Big three fall so does the USA.. how many employeed not only by the big three but by the suppliers?????

1995e34 - 11/13/2006 1:36:19 PM

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a breath of fresh air next to a camry. just needs rwd and i'm sold.

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Rupert - 11/13/2006 1:50:14 PMView My AgentSpace

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guys, look at the europe accord.
http://autoimage.autoweb.cz/honda/Honda%20Accord%20Sedan%202.4S%20European%20Version%202003%20-%20001.jpg
similar, no?

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austintyson - 11/19/2006 10:17:05 AM

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A Acura TSX in Europe is a Honda Accord for those who don't knkow

Auto_Fan - 11/13/2006 2:25:36 PM

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Not a huge depart from the current one, but dimensions look bigger, which is good.

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austintyson - 11/19/2006 10:20:42 AM

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Hope your wrong.. Or that it looks better than this drawing.. I like Accords for the most part and this drawing makes me think the Camry looks better. And I think the Camry is a boring design.

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Murcielago_LP640 - 11/13/2006 1:57:12 PM

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If Honda build it like that, then it's a superb evolution of the current Euro Accord.

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Agent63 - 11/13/2006 2:36:56 PMView My AgentSpace

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That looks more like a TSX instead of an accord. However for a TSX that looks hot and definately good to go. It would be nice if the Accord could be restyled to something like that. It makes more sense as a new TSX but not an Accord. The resemblance would be too close that consumers will have a hard time choosing whether to get the "Acura" badged car or the cheaper "Honda". If the performance is still relatively the same then the Honda would have the edge in sales simply because of the price. Why pay more for the same thing but with the badge of the luxury division.

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synx - 11/13/2006 2:49:37 PM

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looks like new ford mondeo. looks great except for the headlights and it also looks to round. not sharp enough..

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shiftless - 11/13/2006 4:09:27 PMView My AgentSpace

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I think it look more like the euro honda accord then that will make it the next TL or TSX. Just a thought

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senorgato - 11/13/2006 4:18:24 PM

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For those of you who don't know, the TSX is, technically, the European Honda Accord. So, these concepts we're seeing are likely going to end up being the European Honda Accord, and, consequently, the North American Acura TSX. Based on the design of the headlights which are similar to the new Acura MDX, this solidifies it even more that this will be an Acura in the States. I love it.

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golfer38 - 11/13/2006 4:51:16 PMView My AgentSpace

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You've hit the nail on the head. I sell for Acura, and that is definitely an artis's rendition of what the new TSX will look like. As you have stated, the TSX is almost identical to the Euro Accord, same length, wheelbase, etc. It will have sh-awd, and possibly the RDX turbo motor.

omarrana - 11/13/2006 4:52:54 PM

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guys follow the link for the other picture on the site... i think it may be the coupe version of the Accord

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EL34 - 11/13/2006 6:52:30 PM

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After waiting a while the 2008 Honda Accord still looks like an Audi A4.

Some things never change.

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sold2early - 11/13/2006 8:30:51 PM

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I'm very curious about the base price for the new TSX ...I'm guessing there will be a significant hike over the current model.

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huu76 - 11/13/2006 8:41:39 PM

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Surprise surprise, mimics the Civic. BMW should take note at how real independence runs.

It takes guts to build your image from the ground up rather than from the top down.

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2JZSoarer - 11/13/2006 9:17:57 PM

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This new Honda Accord looks better than all the Acura vehicles!!Not good for Acura!!!

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kart1 - 11/14/2006 2:18:54 AM

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This will not be the US Honda Accord. This most closely resembles the Euro Accord and TSX, as an Accord like this will not be good for Acura.

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skoobasam - 11/14/2006 9:42:01 AM

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this looks like the TL

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M53R - 11/14/2006 10:00:11 AMView My AgentSpace

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If it was like this, then bye bye camry!!!!!

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MercBasher - 11/14/2006 8:37:04 PM

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Look the Civic is unusual and stunning for a small car but it hasn't killed off the Corolla, in fact Corolla is seeing big increases in sales. So why should a futuristic Accord damage the Camry?

M53R - 11/16/2006 5:29:55 PMView My AgentSpace

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That is because toyota is over rated!!

cohen87 - 11/14/2006 12:07:46 PM

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this is going to be the next TSX. The pictures are of the sports 4 concept which is about 15 feet long or 180in. The sports 4 is a hint at the next Acura TSX/JDM accord not the U.S. accord. i have been waiting for this car all year...i cant wait to get one!!

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lexusis350 - 11/14/2006 4:47:43 PM

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Knowing Honda, the car will look slightly different. The rims, the windows, the door handles, etc. will look very different from this, but nonetheless, this car will be very attractive when it comes out. I really like it. And with the Camry and Altima now having smartkeys, this will probably too. And it hopefully will have ventilated seats.

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MercBasher - 11/14/2006 8:30:35 PM

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Fascinating design, sort of Pontiac G6 meets Honda Civic. Will it be too avant-guarde for the middle market?

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MercBasher - 11/14/2006 8:30:36 PM

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Fascinating design, sort of Pontiac G6 meets Honda Civic. Will it be too avant-guarde for the middle market?

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EL34 - 11/14/2006 10:31:35 PM

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Yeah, it's called the Audi A4.

Homer008 - 11/14/2006 8:36:31 PM

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G6 is a very nice looking car, unlike German boxes or loaf of bread designs..G6 actually look nice. That would be a compliment towards this Accord if it does actually look like this...probably not. Way too early in infancy but..If its Honda..Its a very good product, that's just given.

sheepdog

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cohen87 - 11/15/2006 11:32:37 AM

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there is a drawing going around that represents what our next generation accord is going to like, and it does share design cues with the new civic, its a very handsome sedan. heres a link if your intrested http://www.leftlanenews.com/wp-content/plugins/iimage-gallery.php?idpost=2876&idg=1&idi=1

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Bamani - 11/15/2006 7:39:15 PM

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CHECK IT OUT!!!http://www.automobilemag.com/future_cars/2008/0604_2008_honda_accord/

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Bamani - 11/15/2006 8:03:23 PM

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Strap Up Kids! HONDA is going take you on that ride.....Theirs no way HONDA will ever let Nissan and Toyota knock their ongoing legacy, Its Not Happening. Unlike Nissan and Toyota, HONDA Will Release The 4dr Sedan And The Coupe At The Same Time. I Love how Honda did minor touchups to the accord to let these other "clown" designers put their hearts into their new production. It’s a cycle...THINK ABOUT IT!

Real Honda Enthusiast 06

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cktoo - 11/17/2006 8:38:30 PM

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Old news, plus not even the 08 US Accord. As others have mentioned that is the replacement for the Acura TSX, as well as the European Honda Accord.

If the turbo 4 (RDX motor) and SH-AWD appear as planned and they keep the weight in check, this thing should be a blast to drive.

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austintyson - 11/19/2006 10:25:35 AM

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I think it will be watered down. Huge wheel arches will be gone and I expect a bit higher ride, smaller wheels like 17 to 18's.
But the front end say Acura and the side says Madza 6 to me.

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CalFed - 1/6/2007 12:43:15 PM

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Give me a flippin break. The Accord is Honda's mainstream , bread and butter family car. This IS NOT the 2008 Accord.

The real 2008 Accord will be much more pedestrian in styling

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