2008 Accord : Non-Rendered

[92DX]

To me it looks kinda like a mixture of a Galant, an '04 mustang, ridgeline, etc... Unless it is packing some decent power, I don't think I would be liking it very much. Looking forward to seeing it on the road

[93Akkord]

Where did that quote come from?

I would expect with Toyota and Nissan each packing 270HP, the Accord will at least match those figures.

damn..I got it from another concept car site. I forgot to put a link there. I'll look for it.

[empera]

its nice, better than earlier models...the front looks like the hyundai* sonota is it?

[lokuputha]

reminds me of the Audi TT...looks cool...but the front and rear overhangs are a little too much...but I guess the shorter wheelbase would make it more nimble

[owequitit]

The overhangs aren't as big as they look there, it is an illusion because the bumpers curve out toward the center of the car, making them appear longer from the side.

Also, to all the comments on the proportions of the front end, unfortunately I agree.

You will see much much more of this across all brands and configurations (FF, FR, etc).

The reason is simple.

Pedestrian crash safety.

The hood and front end proportions do several things.

1) Puts more space between the hood and the engine up top. That way if someone gets hit, when they hit the hood, there is more room to absorb the impact. This prevents them from impacting the engine.

2) the blunt and squared off nose, maximizes force distribution on the legs and torso of the person being hit. That makes them less likely to have limbs severed or bones broken.

It is not quite as aesthetically pleasing, but I am sure this car will look quite sexy dropped down on 18's or 19's, and with a suspension that has a slight rake to it, it will appear just fine.

There is some Tiburon in the proportioning though.

If you look at the new Camry from the side, you can clearly see the pedestrian friendly design.

[AccordWarrior]

The overhangs aren't as big as they look there, it is an illusion because the bumpers curve out toward the center of the car, making them appear longer from the side.

Also, to all the comments on the proportions of the front end, unfortunately I agree.

You will see much much more of this across all brands and configurations (FF, FR, etc).

The reason is simple.

Pedestrian crash safety.

The hood and front end proportions do several things.

1) Puts more space between the hood and the engine up top. That way if someone gets hit, when they hit the hood, there is more room to absorb the impact. This prevents them from impacting the engine.

2) the blunt and squared off nose, maximizes force distribution on the legs and torso of the person being hit. That makes them less likely to have limbs severed or bones broken.

It is not quite as aesthetically pleasing, but I am sure this car will look quite sexy dropped down on 18's or 19's, and with a suspension that has a slight rake to it, it will appear just fine.

There is some Tiburon in the proportioning though.

If you look at the new Camry from the side, you can clearly see the pedestrian friendly design.

Most car companies are doing this now...I believe there's a series of regulations in Europe about this at present now.

The only problem is that by doing this, to keep a pleasing "wedge" shape, you have to jack the back way up, and that's what's going to IMO bring a lot of hatch style cars back into the market. I personally don't like it much, but that's just what's up.

The new STI is going to be a 5-door hatch. The new Evo has a nearly square front end. The new GT-R isn't low and sleek like other sports cars (though the older Skylines weren't low either, arguably the only real sleek nose was the R32).

I don't know how I feel about it...I haven't seen too many new designs than have really inspired me lately.

[4thgenaccord]

I'm still looking and its not ugly yet I guess they are right when they said that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.

Don't you mean "Beauty is in the eyes of the beer holder."

[owequitit]

Most car companies are doing this now...I believe there's a series of regulations in Europe about this at present now.

The only problem is that by doing this, to keep a pleasing "wedge" shape, you have to jack the back way up, and that's what's going to IMO bring a lot of hatch style cars back into the market. I personally don't like it much, but that's just what's up.

The new STI is going to be a 5-door hatch. The new Evo has a nearly square front end. The new GT-R isn't low and sleek like other sports cars (though the older Skylines weren't low either, arguably the only real sleek nose was the R32).

I don't know how I feel about it...I haven't seen too many new designs than have really inspired me lately.

Yes, there are regs in Europe. BMW, Jag and Mercedes have all implemented it. I am sure VW has with the new GOLF/Jetta and Passat.

Other than directly from the side, you don't really notice it as much in person, because the curves of the car are fluid in a way that you can't see in a photo. I didn't notice right away that the Camry was designed like this...

Overall, I think the Camry is just too busy, but not because of the proportions.

I think in a dark gray, or blue, with HID's. The car would actually look pretty interesting.

Yes, to some extent you are right about getting the wedge profile. They have to raise the back. They have also started resorting to visual tricks such as charachter lines down the side.

I am interested to see what the sedan looks like, because if it has a longer wheelbase and a longer overall length, then it will help mitigate the bulbous look somewhat.

I can honestly say that I like this car a lot, and if you go to Temple of VTEC where they have a few articles with many more pics, it only looks awkward from a very few angles, and like I said, that is partly and illusion caused by the curvature of the bumpers.

There actually isn't a straight line on the car, which helps with appearance from most angles.

I didn't light a redhot fire in my heart, but overall, I do like it. I think darker colors will really bring it out too.

We will see.

[almostJDM]

i dont think itll have the turbo diesel according to hondas site

http://automobiles.honda.com/future-...+coupe+concept

[growguy]

Honda should just go balls-out and shock the world... by releasing an AWD 450hp turbocharged V6 6 speed Accord coupe with an availible adjustible coilover suspension. They could sell it for $28,000, take a loss, and show Subaru and Mitsubishi where they can shove their pride and joy. The Accord is overdue for some factory performance love!

your hypothetical car, if it was ever created, would be an acura and have a corresponding pricetag.

i have yet to see *ANY* awd honda car (sold in north america) let alone a twin turbo one.

i like this thing. its 100x better than the current gen north-american accord which i hate with a passion.

[alb_accord]

ami the only one thinking of lowering it already????

[Dv8]

Looks like a Chrysler Crossfire.











Gross.

[owequitit]

your hypothetical car, if it was ever created, would be an acura and have a corresponding pricetag.

i have yet to see *ANY* awd honda car (sold in north america) let alone a twin turbo one.

i like this thing. its 100x better than the current gen north-american accord which i hate with a passion.

I LOVE the current gen Accord. It isn't much to look at, but it is a SUPERB car, in every other respect.

[owequitit]

ami the only one thinking of lowering it already????

Nope. I thought about it as soon as I saw it.

With a slight rake though to help make the nose look less blunt.

[lil_dcb7]

That's the sexiest wan'a be mustang I have ever seen.

(note this is sarcasm in case some of you don't catch it.)

what in the fuck is wrong with you?


I'd Hump the shit out of that.

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