Honda unveils 2021 Accord model, offers 6-year free service

AUTOMOBILE brand, Honda, has said would-be buyers and users of the 2021 Accord model would enjoy a six-year free service and five-year manufacturer warranty as opposed to the standard three-year warranty obtainable in the country.

The gesture, Honda said, will ensure that good service culture is maintained and sustained so that users can totally enjoy the full performance of the 2021 Accord at its best.

Head of Sales, Marketing and Logistics, Honda Automobile Western Africa Limited, Remi Adams, declared that Honda Accord 2021 model is “is built on a new platform with a lower, wider stance, a lighter and more rigid unibody structure hinged on a lighter and more sophisticated chassis; advanced new power unit with Accord’s first-ever turbocharged engine.”

Adams said: “For the first time, Accord will become the first Honda model in our Nigeria line-up to enjoy a six-year free service for periodic maintenance parts up to 90,000km, whichever comes first. The benefits come as a complete package as it includes the cost of parts and labour.

“This Honda Accord 2021 will also enjoy a five-year manufacturer warranty as opposed to the standard three-year warranty that any competitor can offer on brand new automobiles.”

Speaking further on the unveiling of the 10th generation vehicle, Adams said the 2021 Accord model has a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with a new 1.5-litre, 16-valve DOHC direct-injected turbo, dual Variable Timing Control (dual VTC) and VTEC that produces a peak of 180 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and a torque of 233Nm at1600-5000rpm.

The all-new auto tech being introduced into Nigerian automobile market by Honda Motor Company through its subsidiary in Nigeria; Honda Automobile Western Africa Limited, comes with new auto features and techs, featuring advanced new powerplant – turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with a new 1.5-litre, 16-valve DOHC direct-injected turbo, dual Variable Timing Control (dual VTC) and VTEC that produces a peak of 180 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm and a torque of 233Nm@1600-5000rpm.

He further said: “Elegant and modern exterior detailing compliments the Accord’s new, more dynamic design. The bold and upright front fascia is highlighted by Honda’s signature chrome wing front grille positioned above a large main air intake and flanked by available LED headlights and LED fog lights. The chiselled hood features a distinctive and aggressive raised centre, and the deeply sculpted body sides enhance the visual length and strength of the lower body.”

Adams, who gave an insight into the operations and offerings of the new brand at the unveiling 2021 Honda Accord in Lagos on April 29, 2021 said: “The direct-injected 1.5-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine has a lightweight, low-pressure die-cast aluminium alloy cylinder head with exhaust manifold cast directly into the cylinder head, eliminating the need for a separate exhaust manifold.

“A low-friction, silent-chain drives dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. The cam drive is maintenance-free throughout the life of the engine. To help further reduce weight, new thin-wall hollow camshafts are used and to benefit fuel efficiency, emissions and power, the turbo engine utilizes sodium-filled exhaust valves.”

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