Honda Accord range exceeded 2000 kilometers!
In recent years, with the continuous rise in gasoline prices, people's interest in new energy vehicles has gradually increased. New energy vehicles refer to vehicles powered by non-traditional fuels (such as electric energy, hydrogen energy, etc.), including pure electric vehicles, extended-range hybrid vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles. According to the data released by the Passenger Car Market Information Association, as of October 2023, the penetration rate of new energy vehicles in China has reached 37.8%, indicating that consumer acceptance of new energy vehicles is increasing.
However, the new energy vehicle market also faces some challenges and doubts. Among them, the performance of pure electric vehicles may be affected in cold weather. When it rains at low temperatures, snows or rains, the range of pure electric vehicles will be affected to a certain extent. It is expected that the range of 450 km may be reduced to around 300 km, and with factors such as turning on the air conditioning, it will be further reduced. The battery power will drain faster in a low temperature environment, causing inconvenience and anxiety to the car owner.
In addition to the issue of range, charging speed has also become one of the limiting factors. In general, it may take about 8 hours to fully charge, but in snowy weather, it may take 12 hours or even longer, and it may not even be successfully charged. In addition, slower charging can also be inconvenient for EV owners.
In addition, the risk of traffic accidents in cold weather also increases. Due to the slippery road surface, the speed of vehicles is generally slow, and the journey that would otherwise take 30 minutes can take up to 50 minutes, and the frequency of accidents will also increase. When traffic jams occur, the battery of an electric vehicle will also run even less.
To solve these problems, plug-in hybrids become a better option. The plug-in hybrid vehicle uses a hybrid system consisting of a 2.0-liter four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine and an electric motor, which combines fuel economy with the advantages of electric drive.
For example, the plug-in hybrid version of the Accord launched by Honda Accord, the Accord e:PHEV, enjoys a green license and is exempt from purchase tax, with a range of 106 kilometers in pure electric mode and a combined fuel consumption of only 4.0 liters/100 kilometers in hybrid mode. In the final of Guangqi Honda's 5th Extreme Challenge, a fully fueled Accord e:PHEV completed a range of 2,132.7 kilometers under actual road conditions. As a result, plug-in hybrid vehicles are able to meet consumer demands for range, charging speed, and greater adaptability in cold weather.
The power issue of plug-in hybrids is a concern for some people. However, it is worth mentioning that the Accord e:PHEV is equipped with the fourth-generation i-MMD plug-in hybrid system, which has been honed for decades, which provides excellent acceleration performance and a smooth driving experience when fully charged and fed. Let's take a closer look at its advantages in more detail.
First of all, the Accord e:PHEV performs well when it is charged. Its motor has a strong torque of 335N·m, providing strong power output. In this mode, the car's high-speed driving power is also increased by 12%, which is at least better than a petrol-electric hybrid version of the Accord. As a result, the vehicle is able to provide strong acceleration when electricity is available.
Secondly, the Accord e:PHEV also performs well when it comes to feed-in. It achieves excellent fuel consumption by improving high and low efficiency. As a result, the car is able to offer low fuel economy even when it is fed.
In addition, the Accord e:PHEV incorporates a range of technologies to ensure a smooth ride. When power is available, lightweight technology and active damping suspension (ADS/MMS) ensure that the vehicle can always be driven smoothly. When feeding, the driving range of the electric mode is further extended, resulting in a longer dynamic and highly responsive performance. In addition, Quick Shift Control further enhances the driving experience by improving engine speed and acceleration responsiveness.
In addition to the advantages of power, the Accord e:PHEV has also put a lot of effort into intelligent configuration. It is the first to be equipped with the Honda CONNECT 4.0 system, which is equipped with a 10.2-inch full LCD instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch center display, which are standard on all models.
In addition, it comes with advanced features such as facial recognition, real-world navigation, multi-color ambient lighting, and suede seats. In terms of intelligent driving assistance, the newly evolved Honda SENSING 360 safety system uses a combination of five millimeter-wave radars, six sonar sensors and a front camera to perceive the surrounding road conditions in an all-round way and provide drivers with 360-degree safety protection.
In addition, the Accord e:PHEV has also undergone important improvements in terms of exterior and interior design. The length of the vehicle reaches 4980mm, and the overall shape is slender and stretched, showing an elegant and sporty coupe atmosphere. Its exterior and interior design are more textured and extremely good-looking.
It is worth mentioning that the all-new Accord has performed very strongly in terms of sales, with 17,789 units delivered in October alone. This is further evidence of the market demand for plug-in hybrids and their outstanding performance.
To sum up, plug-in hybrids do have clear advantages. For city commuting, it can use electric mode for zero emissions and low energy consumption, for long-distance trips, hybrid mode for range and fuel economy, and for high-speed cruises, it can use traditional combustion engine mode for higher power delivery. Compared with pure electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids are more flexible and offer a more comprehensive solution.
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