Review: 2024 Honda Accord e:HEV RS Hybrid
When I sat in the seat of the 2024 Honda Accord e:HEV RS for the first time, I immediately felt a sense of familiarity, like reuniting with an old friend. You see, my dad had a fourth-generation Accord when I was a kid, so a lot of my childhood memories are formed in cars like this: spacious and comfortable sedans. It's no secret that this humble sedan no longer has the appeal it once did. Today, most people want to drive a premium crossover or SUV that lacks character and has a design as boring as a concrete backyard. The world needs more sedans, and spending a week in the Accord e:HEV RS reminded me of that. quick overview What exactly is it? The Accord is now in its 11th generation and has just arrived in Australia. It may not be the most practical vehicle in Honda's lineup, nor is it the best value for money, but it brings a…
European Honda HR-V e:HEV gets revised styling and improved
The European-spec hybrid SUV gets a minor update three years after the third-generation model was introduced. September 2, 2024 05:51 The Honda HR-V has been redesigned to be similar to the Japanese version of the Vezel. Changes include a redesigned grille and improved NVH inside the cabin. A 129-horsepower self-charging hybrid powertrain is the only option. Honda has launched the facelifted HR-V e:HEV in the UK, which has been updated in line with its Vezel sister model launched in Japan earlier this year. The European HR-V is still only available with the front-wheel drive e:HEV self-charging hybrid powertrain. Visually, not much has changed since the third-generation model debuted in 2021. The highlight is a redesigned grille that gives the HR-V a slightly more purposeful stance. The front bumper features a revised lower air intake, while the lighting units feature deeper inner structures and new LED graphics. Honda has also enriched the color palette with three new hues - Sage Green,…