by Before the facelift, the Honda Accord looked sporty and at the same time respectable — a rare combination in the business sedan segment, but with the updated version hitting the market, its American roots became more distinct, leaning more towards comfort. The interior materials have improved, the ergonomics of the driver’s seat are still close to ideal, and rear passengers will appreciate the generous legroom. 
In the Ukrainian market, the car is available with only one engine — a 2.4-liter gasoline “four” that now produces 188 hp compared to the previous 180 and 245 Nm compared to 228. The acceleration is pleasant across the entire range of speeds, not least due to the fact that the previous five-speed “automatic” has been replaced by a CVT that has two modes, Drive and Sport, and is trained to simulate the operation of a stepped transmission. The acceleration to 100 km/h in the facelifted version decreased from 10.1 to 9.4 seconds.
Despite the fact that the current generation of the car was designed with the American market in mind, the suspension does not disappoint with excessive softness — on the contrary, the Accord turns corners excellently. It also handles road unevenness well, just remember the small clearance, which according to the passport is 141 mm. Parking and lane changes to the right are made easier by a special camera built into the right exterior mirror. However, in terms of trunk volume (492 liters), the car falls short compared to most of its classmates. 
The current generation of the Accord did not participate in EuroNCAP tests, but the car was tested by the American Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), whose methodology almost repeats European standards.
The car earned the highest rating for frontal and side impacts, as well as for a small overlap (25%) front impact. The Accord is standardly equipped with a full set of airbags, ABS, and a stabilization system; for an additional fee, a blind spot monitoring system is offered. 
The car claims sportiness, expressed in appearance and supported by powertrain settings. True, the Accord only looks sporty-sleek against its class rivals, as there is still little real sport in the car. However, this is enough for the Accord to be considered “their own” by drivers with an active driving paradigm, whose front and rear shock absorbers are honed for active driving.
Meanwhile, in terms of equipment, the facelifted car is no longer inferior to direct competitors. 
In the updated Accord sedan, there is more solidity, and the light spark of drive is not dimmed at all. The CVT instead of the previous “automatic” made the car more comfortable and comprehensible. In the business class, the Honda Accord is an excellent choice for those who do not shy away from driving the car themselves.
