Preview of the All New Honda Accord RS e:HEV 2024, Premium Sedan with the Most Complete Technology (Part 1)
The 11th generation Accord, the All New Honda Accord RS e:HEV 2024 was officially launched on Thursday (7/12/2023).
Launching globally in November 2022, Honda's newest premium sedan with hybrid technology has a futuristic and sporty design like a sports sedan.
As a competitor to the Toyota Camry, take a closer look at the changes that have occurred to the All New Honda Accord RS e:HEV through the following review.
The exterior of the Honda Accord RS e:HEV 2024 is sporty
Having wide body dimensions and a low roof like a sports sedan, on the front of the All New Accord RS there is a blue upright 'H' logo on the grill which indicates that this car carries hybrid technology.
Talking about the grill, the All New Accord is equipped with the Active Grill Shutter feature, where the grille grille will open automatically when the car is started, allowing air intake from the front to enter the engine room, while when the engine is off, the grille grille is visible. closed.
For the lighting system used, it is equipped with a Full LED Headlight with LED Sequential Turning Signal with a flat appearance. Thanks to the design of the lights, the 11th generation Accord looks fiercer.
Still on the front, for the glass there is a Rain Sensing with Integrated Washer feature which will move automatically when the sensor detects moisture on the windshield.
Moving to the side, the All New Accord RS has Door Handle Illumination which gives a prestigious impression in dark conditions, as well as a rearview mirror with Power Retractable Black Door Mirror with Auto Folding & LED Turning Signal.
For the wheel rims, this car has 18 inch rims with a two-tone five-spoke design which gives a sporty impression.
At the stern, the body design of this car looks very sporty like a Civic where Full LED Tail Lights are embedded and the use of sequential LED turn signals and reflectors.
Not to forget, on the outside there is an RS emblem as an identity where the Black RS Aero Kit is embedded on the side, front and back. To improve driving aerodynamics, there are also Shark Fin Antenna and Ducktail Trunk.
Interior of the All New Honda Accord RS e:HEV
Looking inside, the All New Honda Accord RS has a luxurious dashboard covered with soft touch material and a textured design in the middle.
In the center cluster, this car has a 12.3 inch floating head unit with 12 premium speakers made by BOSE.
The headunit itself supports built-in Google connectivity to access various entertainment, which can be connected wirelessly with a smartphone.
Not only that, the entertainment system also supports Multi View Camera Assist connectivity with a 360 degree camera which makes it easier for users to monitor conditions around the car.
To make it easier for drivers to get information about the vehicle, the All New Accord RS e:HEV is equipped with an 11.5 inch Head Up Display (HUD) screen which is integrated with the head unit and meter cluster.
Through the HUD screen, it can display driving information such as navigation, Honda SENSING indicators, audio source and vehicle speed.
With this feature, the driver will be more helped and more focused while driving, thereby increasing the safety and comfort aspects of driving.
The meter cluster used by this car has a size of 10.2 inches and displays various information including Speedometer, Fuel Meter, Full Screen Map, Sensing Indicator, Power Meter, Hybrid Battery Level and Engine Temperature & Status.
Having a luxurious design that is integrated with the entertainment system, makes the All New Accord RS feel very ergonomic.
Looking at the steering system, this car is equipped with premium leather-covered material which is comfortable to hold.
On the steering wheel you will find Steering Switch Audio & Honda SENSING which provides convenience to users every time they drive.
Behind the steering wheel of this car there is also a Deceleration Paddle Selector which functions as a deceleration pedal to maximize battery charging through vehicle deceleration or regenerative braking.
The greater the deceleration level, the more electrical power will be transferred to the battery. To support driving comfort, the driver's seat is equipped with Lumbar Support and Driver Power Memory Seat with Easy Entry/Exit.
This technology and feature makes the chair move automatically when the engine is turned off, and will move forward when the engine is turned on.