2024 HONDA ACCORD REVIEW: WAIT, THIS IS ACTUALLY GOOD?

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The 2024 Honda Accord RS presents a compelling, albeit niche, offering in the Australian market. While its sales figures are modest, the reviewer highlights its significant improvements, particularly the "mind blowingly good" hybrid powertrain delivering exceptional fuel economy (achieving sub-4L/100km in real-world conditions) and surprisingly brisk acceleration, hitting 0-100km/h in a swift 7.13 seconds. The exterior styling is praised as "gorgeous" and "handsome," with a premium feel. However, the interior introduces a controversial "experience screen" that replaces traditional climate controls, deemed "unnecessary" and confusing by the reviewer, detracting from an otherwise plush and technologically advanced cabin featuring a great infotainment system and Bose sound. Practicality is generally good, with ample boot space, though the single-piece folding rear seats and small ski pass-through are noted drawbacks. Despite its "unremarkable" driving dynamics in normal modes, the Accord RS offers a quiet, comfortable, and confident ride, especially in Sport mode where its handling impresses. Ultimately, while the reviewer personally leans towards the more engaging Hyundai Sonata N-Line, the Accord RS is recommended for Honda loyalists seeking reliability, comfort, and efficiency, suggesting a test drive to appreciate its surprisingly refined package.