Honda Motor Co (HMC) will debut the all-new Accord Hybrid, the world’s first V-6-powered hybrid vehicle and Honda’s third hybrid model, at dealerships nationwide on December 3, 2004. The all-new Accord Hybrid utilizes the third-generation of Honda’s advanced Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) full hybrid system in combination with new Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) cylinder deactivation technology to deliver the world’s best V-6 fuel efficiency – on par with a 4-cylinder, compact class Civic – along with highly responsive and powerful V-6 performance. With the introduction of the Accord Hybrid, Honda now becomes the first company in the world to offer three distinct hybrid models including the world’s first V-6 hybrid. [ more ]
