If things were to get out hand, the Accord EX-L V6 is equipped with Honda's Vehicle Stability Assist program (VSA), augmented with traction control; VSA is technology which can help maintain control of a vehicle by applying wheel-specific braking and engine modulation. Regrettably, some collisions are beyond human and electronic intervention. In such a case, the Accord's standard equipment airbags - which include frontal and front side airbags - will assist in preserving life and diminishing injuries.

A practical yet polished four-door sedan.

I can quite candidly admit to enjoying the six-speed Accord far more than I expected. Why? Well, its level of operational refinement, which I've already heavily lauded on about, is really something to experience. When the engine finds its sweet spot north of 4,000 rpm, it takes on a muted growl that would sound perfectly in place in any premium marque. Otherwise the engine operates with near anonymity. Sometimes I wondered whether it was even there at all although my speedometer assured me it was. Those in the market for a practical yet polished four-door sedan capable of unleashing itself when the time is right must sample the Accord EX-L V6, six-speed. It rocks in a genteel sort of way.

Impressive:

• Remarkably refined drivetrain
• Six gears to happiness
• Honda practicality and build quality

Less Impressive:

• Conservative styling
• Creeping up on $40K fully loaded

For more details concerning this vehicle, please refer to the technical specifications and to the standard features list.

If you wish to test-drive or receive a price quotation for this vehicle, you only have to perform a retailer / dealer search in your region.


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