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The door may have closed for the Honda Accord Hybrid – which Honda decided to discontinue in the U.S. after disappointing sales, but in the UK, a high spec sporty Accord model has just been unveiled alongside ‘Price Fighter’ SE.
In September, two new versions of the Accord will be launched to help Honda battle for honors in the competitive D-sector saloon market.
Sales of the Accord are reportedly on the increase in 2007, with fleet sales already up by 68 per cent. The car also continues to win industry awards for its refinement, handling and practicality. Customer feedback however, has urged Honda – maker of top of the line Honda clutch kit to launch two new grades of the model in the UK.
“The Accord always finishes near the top of owner surveys, which shows that its drivers love the car,” says Bernard Bradley, Head of Sales for Honda (UK). “But our dealers tell us new buyers – especially those from the corporate sector – want a version that combines the advanced technology offered by high-end models, with more of the sporting features from other Accords in the range.”
The result is the new Sport GT, an Accord that delivers sharp, nimble handling with performance car styling and high-grade equipment.
The new Accord Sport GT 2.2 i-CTDi features as standard:
Dark Chrome door handles and front grille
17-inch (Saloon) or 16-inch (Tourer) alloy wheels in Dark Graphite finish
Premium White Pearl paint option – exclusive to this model
Sports suspension
Rear boot spoiler, smoked headlights, and foglights
Carbon-effect inlay fitted within the dashboard and centre console
Red illuminated dials
Voice-activated Satellite Navigation system
Premium Audio system that includes a 6CD changer
Cruise control
Bluetooth Hands Free Telephone
Tourer fitted with rear section privacy glass
The Sport GT is on sale from 1 September, priced from: £20,767 (OTR).
‘Price Fighter’ SE
Powered by Honda’s much-lauded 2.2-litre i-CTDi engine, the new diesel-engined Accord SE has been developed as an entry-level diesel Accord, specifically to act as a ‘Price Fighter’.
“This new keenly-priced car continues the theme of Accord, which has always been to offer a high-spec saloon with the quality you’d expect from a Honda – but at an extremely competitive price, with low running costs. If you’re talking about value for money, the Accord SE beats most cars in the sector, even the new arrivals,” said Bernard Bradley.
The diesel SE may be priced at a highly competitive £18,600 (OTR), but it looks to be worth it with the car’s remarkable features that include 16-inch alloys, stability assist, 6-speed gearbox and Bluetooth Hands Free Telephone — all fitted as standard.
The cleaner, low-consumption 2.2-litre i-CTDi engine on board and the low list price are a big plus for company car users.
Model / Price (OTR)
Accord 2.2 i-CTDi SE (saloon) / £18,600
VW Passat 2.0 TDI SE / £18,967
Audi A4 1.9 TDI SE / £21,075
Vauxhall Vectra 1.9 CDTi Life (hatch) / £18,235
New Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Zetec / £18,695
Written by Car Enthusiast on June 28th, 2007 with
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Tips In Choosing The Appropriate Car Or Limo Service You Need
With the various limousine services in Toronto, one might get a headache on which to call and avail services from. There might not only be hundreds of limousine services in Toronto so it is more advisable to be wise and prepared in choosing the appropriate limo ride for your needs. Here are some tips that you should remember in deciding what limo service you must avail:
1. Do some background checking or ask friends if they have availed services from your preferred Toronto car service company.
This is a wise action to make before getting services; it is a-must to orient yourselves before getting service. There are a huge variety of car services available within Toronto but only a few are reliable. So, better prevent yourselves from being deceived by those crappy limousine services that will only get into your nerves because of poor service.
2. Ask for free estimates or price consultation.
In some aspects, hiring a car service like an airport limousine service in Toronto might sometimes cost you more than the usual. That’s why in cases such as this it is recommendable to ask for free estimates or price consultation so that you will have the chance to prepare a budget which best fits the kind of limo or car service for you needs. Many Toronto limousine rentals actually provide offers such as this so better call up those kind of car services.
3. Protect your interest.
When getting a Toronto airport limo service, for example, be advised that it is your needs that is what’s important. Do not let yourselves be manipulated on the kind and the type of car or limo ride you need. You are the person who best know what you need so state everything you need from the start and communicate very well with the car or limo service company you are about to avail. There are too many risk that might come and no one for sure wants to experience the hassles of traveling.
4. Comfort and Security at all times.
Two main reasons why many individuals prefer to get a private car or limo service when touring or traveling in different places are comfort and security. Especially if one is traveling along with family or business colleagues, it is more of a guarantee that he or she is traveling with comfort and safety. And to be able to ensure to get comfort and security, finding a reliable and credible company providing services like airport limousine service in Toronto is the key to get hold of one. And lastly:
5. Make sure the company is legal.
One good way in checking if a car service company is legal or not is through inquiring in a transportation office. Through a quick call or surf in the internet can be used as tools in checking if it’s legal or not. Just make sure to provide the correct information about the car service company you are about to get. Also, ask if they are bonded just to serve as your service protection from them.
These tips stated above are only a few from the long list on how to get or select the appropriate and reliable car service company you need to avail. Making sure only takes a little of your time so better do them before getting one. These tips will serve as you shield against deceitful companies that might take advantage of you. Remember, it is better to be safe than to gain bad consequences in return.
Andrew Beene is a web associated with a company providing Toronto car service.
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