Honda Accord 2018 - Toyota Camry rival revealed for the first time

The 10th generation mid-size sedan will be launched on July 14 in Detroit, USA.

The new generation Accord is one of Honda's important projects after Civic, aiming to catch up with rival Toyota in sales in the US. The Japanese car company has just released the first sketch of the 2018 Accord.

Original photo of Honda Accord 2018.

The D-class sedan has a new grille, extended and connected to the headlights in a style similar to the new generation Civic. The front bumper is slim and low. No interior images are provided, but Honda said "The new Accord is the model with the most unique design and outstanding driving features ever".

The new sedan is larger in size but lighter in weight than its predecessor.The new Accord no longer has a V6 engine, replaced by a turbocharged 4-cylinder. The base 1.5-liter version is mated to a 6-speed manual or CVT. The higher-end 2.5-liter turbocharged version comes with a 6-speed manual or a new 10-speed automatic.

The new hybrid engine is the third option for consumers interested in the Accord. More detailed engine specifications will be available whenHonda will launch the 2018 Accord in Detroit, USA on July 14, the event will be broadcast live on Youtube.

In 2016, the Accord, Civic and CR-V were three Honda models in the top 10 best-selling names in the US. The new generation Toyota Camry was launched with many changes in design and engine, creating a lot of pressure on this launch of the Accord.

Since its introduction in the US in 1976, the Accord has been one of Honda’s most successful models, with over 13 million units sold. In the first five months of 2017, the model was the second best-selling in its segment, behind the Camry.

According to VNE