2011 Honda Accord Los Angeles

For 2011 the Accord sedan and coupe have gotten extensive changes. The new design includes fresh styling touches, different engines for some models and a new SE sedan trim level. By model range and powertrain choices the Honda Accord line-up surpasses everything in its class. Measured by holistic performance or overall refinement, the Accord is difficult to beat. The Accord comes in sedan, coupe, and now Crosstour body styles.

The 2011 Honda Accord line-up includes three engine choices, 5- and 6-speed manual transmissions or a 5-speed automatic. All-wheel drive is available on the Crosstour. Rather than offering traditional options or option packages, Honda tends to mark upgrades in equipment with a different model designation. As a result, by Honda's count, there are 26 different models or trim levels in the Accord line.

2011 Honda Accord Exterior

Honda Accord models get a mild styling makeover for 2011. Also new is the introduction of the Crosstour wagon, joining the sedan and coupe versions. Known in the car business as a mid-cycle facelift, changes to the 2011 Accord are about as extensive as any car gets between complete redesigns. They re-emphasize the Accord's conservative, upscale appearance.

The current-generation Accord sedan was introduced as a 2008 model, and it's larger than any before it. Although it competes in the mid-size market segment, the sedan is classified a large car by the federal government, based on interior volume. It is about five inches longer than the Toyota Camry, its primary competitor, and more than three inches longer that the Nissan Altima. The Accord Crosstour is larger still, measuring two inches longer and nearly seven inches taller than the Accord sedan.

2011 Honda Accord Trims and Design Style

The Accord LX Sedan is the entry model, powered by a 177-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. It comes with cloth upholstery, air conditioning, power mirrors, windows and door locks, a tilt-telescoping steering column, folding rear seats and a 160-watt sound system with single CD and an auxiliary jack. The standard wheels are 16-inch steel with plastic covers. The 5-speed manual transmission is standard, and the 5-speed automatic is available. The LX-P Sedan, P for Premium, adds alloy wheels, a power driver's seat, illuminated power window switches with express up/down for the front passenger, a security system and a chrome tailpipe. The automatic is standard.

The 2011 Accord SE Sedan builds on the LX-P package with heated front seats, leather seating and driver's power-lumbar support

The Accord EX Sedan gets a higher-revving, 190-horsepower version of the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, with standard 5-speed manual and no leather. It also adds a six-CD changer, 17-inch alloy wheels, power moonroof, heated mirrors and premium interior accents. The automatic is available, and for 2011 EX models add a USB audio connector to the stereo.

The Accord EX V6 Sedan features a 271-hp, 3.5-liter V6 with 5-speed automatic; fog lights come standard.

The Accord EX-L and EX-L V6 Sedan add leather on the seats and steering wheel, while the four-cylinder EX-L comes standard with the automatic transmission. The EX-L models also come with 270-watt audio, XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth connectivity, heated front seats, compass and exterior temperature indicator, automatic on/off headlights and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. For 2011, the EX-L V6 also has two-position memory for the driver's seat. The Accord EX-L V6 with Navi adds a navigation system with rearview camera.

The Accord LX-S Coupe is the entry-level two-door version, powered by the 190-horsepower version of the four-cylinder engine with a 5-speed manual or automatic. The Accord coupes are generally equipped comparably to sedans with the same letter designation.

The Accord Coupe EX and EX-L come standard with the automatic transmission. The 2011 Accord Coupe EX-L V6 offers a choice of 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic with paddle shifters on the steering column. Accord Coupe EX-L V6 with Navi adds navigation and rearview camera.

The Accord Crosstour EX and EX-L come with the V6 engine and automatic transmission. Crosstour features an easy-fold rear seat and a maximum 51.3 cubic feet of cargo space. The Crosstours come with a few more features than EX and EX-L sedans, including a new Active Sound Control noise-canceling system. The Crosstour EX-L 4WD features Honda's Real Time 4WD system. Navigation and rearview camera are available on the Crosstour EX-L and EX-L 4WD.

2011 Honda Accord Conclusions

For 2011 the Honda Accord comes as a two door coupe, four-door sedan or Crosstour wagon/crossover. Accord offers a range of four- and six-cylinder engines, with extra cargo capacity and optional all-wheel-drive in the Crosstour. Every Accord is easy to operate, well-engineered and well-mannered. Moving four people comfortably or enjoying the long way home, any Accord is up to the task. For more information, specifications and warranty info on the 2011 Honda Accord in Los Angeles visit Hondacars.com.