With Insight, Honda became the first automaker to introduce hybrid cars in US. The introduction of first hybrid V6 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid from Honda makes it the first automaker in US to have 3 models of hybrid cars.
The 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid is very similar to standard Accord sedan in terms of looks. The major focus of all the hybrid cars is on fuel economy. It is different in the case of new car from Honda. 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid car is made with a focus on better performance.
Toyota Prius though was was not the first in the hybrid cars market in US, was stealing all the lime light from Honda. 2005 Honda Accord hybrid could be seen as a comeback of Honda hybrid car which is for sure going to steal some paparazzi from Prius. Toyota is scheduled to launch hybrid version of Camry but with the launch of 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid, it is not going to be easy ride for Toyota new hybrid car.
Accord is going to use same Integrated Motor Assist technology which is used by other hybrid cars from Honda. For the first time this will be applied on 6 cylinder engine. The car is coming with 3.0-liter V-6 engine. The fuel economy for the car is impressive 32 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.
Specifications and prices for 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid car:
MSRP Price Range: $30,140 - $32,140
Invoice Price: $27,115 - $28,912
Engines: 3.0L V6
Transmissions: 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
