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2013 Honda Accord was named to the Automobile Magazine All-Star’s list for 2013. To make this prestigious list, the editors of the Automobile Magazine consider the results from performance testing, feature evaluation and overall value analysis.

“The Accord continues to demonstrate it’s the one to beat in the hyper competitive mid-size sedan segment,” said Mike Accavitti, senior vice president of auto operations at American Honda. “And to be recognized by a top automotive publication like Automobile Magazine as one of the most significant models of the year further validates our effort to deliver a best-in-class vehicle experience for our customers.”

This is the 18th time a Honda vehicle has been named an Automobile Magazine All-Star since the awards inception in 1986, and this is the first time the Accord has been awared an All-Star designation.

The totally redesigned 2013 Honda Accord, has impressed the automotive community. Awards and accolades are rolling in on the new Accord, recognizing it for outstanding safety ratings, user-friendly environment, long list of standard features and more.

As reported by the NYDaily News: “Redesigned 2013 Accord tops the U.S. midsize class for four-cylinder sedans, according to Consumer Reports. The latest test results will be published in the February issue of Consumer Reports magazine, which said the redesigned Accord “alters the mid-sized sedan landscape” and “returns to the front of the pack.” Results also can be viewed on the group’s website, ConsumerReports.org. Consumer Reports cited the car’s “roomy interior, frugal fuel economy, fun-to-drive character and an attractive combination of features and price.”

• Car and Driver’s 10Best Cars List – September 2012, the 2013 Honda Accord was named to Car and Driver’s 10Best Cars list for a record 27th time. Editors at the highly respected automotive magazine rave that the all-new Accord “fully delivers on Honda’s ‘man-maximum, machine-minimum’ philosophy” and that “one big fluid loop develops between man and machine.” Stellar praise indeed.
• 2013 Edmunds Top recommended sedan under $25,000 – Here is what Edmunds had to say: “This year a class favorite gets leaner and not meaner, more user-friendly and better for the environment. The redesigned Honda Accord looks and feels less bulky than its precursor, with cleaner lines and more responsive handling. The 2.4-liter four now has direct injection and teams with a smooth continuously variable transmission (CVT) to provide brisk performance and high fuel economy ratings of 27 city and 36 highway mpg. Also less cluttered is the roomy cabin, which has improved materials and cleaner control layouts. The Accord also boasts a relatively low beltline, slim roof pillars and a large glass area that all contribute to its good outward visibility”.
• 2013 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ - The all-new Accord earned the highest possible safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS): the 2013 TOP SAFETY PICK+. This is especially impressive because the IIHS implemented more stringent testing guidelines for this year, including a new small overlap frontal crash test.
• NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings - Safety is an important factor to consider when buying a car. That’s why we’re especially proud that the Accord Sedan received a 5-star overall vehicle score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)[1]. New available features include Forward Collision Warning[2] (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning[3] (LDW) to help you on the road.
• Cars.com/USA Today Midsize Sedan Showdown Winner - Another shootout, another Honda win. This time it’s the 2013 Accord taking the top spot in the Cars.com/USAToday/ ”MotorWeek” $26,000 Midsize Sedan Shootout. Six sedans were tested for three days by a real family as well as by a panel of automotive experts. The testers came away impressed by the Accord’s handling abilities, calling it “surprisingly athletic and light on its feet.” They also appreciated its many standard features stating, “The Accord wins double extra brownie points for squeezing in [the rearview camera] at this price point.”
• 2013 ALG Residual Value Award for Midsize Car - ALG has recognized the Honda Accord Sedan with the 2013 Residual Value Award for the Midsize Car segment. Residual value, or the value a car retains over time, should be top of mind for any car shopper. As ALG’s Larry Dominique says, “Residual value is the ultimate measure of product success.” With its legendary quality, advanced safety features, and exceptional reliability, the Accord has proven itself year after year, mile after mile.
• KBB.com 2013 10 Best Family Cars - “For over three decades the Honda Accord has set the standard for midsize sedans, and the latest model is no exception. Revamped for 2013 with new looks, more fuel-efficient powertrains and class-exclusive safety features like a side camera that sees where your eyes can’t, it’s no wonder the Accord remains a family favorite”.
• Kiplinger’s Personal Finance “Best Values in New Cars 2013″ – “With the 2013 redesign, Accord keeps its essential ingredients – a solid driver-to-road connection, comfy interior and high resale values – and spices things up with new technology and a more modern exterior,” said Jessica Anderson, associate editor, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance.

To learn more about the 2013 Honda Accord, visit http://www.pattypeckhonda.com/2013-honda-accord or call (601) 957-3400 to speak to one of our sales staff.

[1] Based on frontal crash, side crash and rollover categories. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). Model tested with standard side airbags (SABs). Vehicles tested under the new program cannot be compared to MY10 and earlier vehicles.

[2] FCW cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. FCW does not include a braking function. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.

[3] LDW only alerts drivers when lane drift is detected without a turn signal in use. LDW may not detect all lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and road condition. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.