Honda to offer 6 Speed in Accord Sedan

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http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=376758
'06 Accord V6 Sedan to be offered with 6MT

"Date: July 07, 2005 10:10
Submitted by: Jeff
Source: hondapreview.com
Credibility Rating: 7

Many folks have been wondering why Honda never offered a 6-speed option for the Accord V6 sedan, and now according to hondapreview.com it seems you will be able to get one configured that way when the '06 models go on sale.

If true, it would logically be fitted with 17" wheels and possibly (hopefully) an uprated suspension. This could also open the door for the Si model that we've been asking for from Honda.



The info was removed from Hondapreview.com site the very next day. But this rumor is in fact true and confirmed by some of the members on Vtec.net.
http://www.vtec.net/forums/one-message?mes...id=376758"

Finally.

[thewizard16]

Any idea on what this would do to acceleration, as far as improvement?

[Fire It Up]

Should do a lot. 6 Speed coupes can run as low as 14.2's in the 1/4 mile stock, whereas an ex v6 sedan would run around a 15.6.

[giant_mtb]

It would help improve fuel economy too, correct?

[Raghavan]

crap. if only honda offered a manual on our '98 ex v6 sedan. :angry:

[ifcar]

It would help improve fuel economy too, correct?

Actually, mileage went down slightly on the coupe with the manual in relation to the coupe with the auto.  <_<  

[BMWDave]

It would help improve fuel economy too, correct?

Actually, mileage went down slightly on the coupe with the manual in relation to the coupe with the auto.  <_<

Certainly not the norm though...usually manuals provide better performance, both acceleration and fuel economy wise.

[ifcar]

It would help improve fuel economy too, correct?

Actually, mileage went down slightly on the coupe with the manual in relation to the coupe with the auto.  <_<

Certainly not the norm though...usually manuals provide better performance, both acceleration and fuel economy wise.

On sportier models, that's less frequently the case, and it appears that the Accord's 6-speed was designed with sport in mind.

[BMWDave]

It would help improve fuel economy too, correct?

Actually, mileage went down slightly on the coupe with the manual in relation to the coupe with the auto.  <_<

Certainly not the norm though...usually manuals provide better performance, both acceleration and fuel economy wise.

On sportier models, that's less frequently the case, and it appears that the Accord's 6-speed was designed with sport in mind.

I believe BMW's whole lineup gets better mileage and acceleration with the 6 Speed manual than with a 6 speed a/t.

[ifcar]

It's still the exception rather than the rule, and by sportier models I don't mean sporty mainstream cars. Examples of cars with lower manual fuel economy include the Mustang GT and Chrysler Crossfire.

[BMWDave]

It's still the exception rather than the rule, and by sportier models I don't mean sporty mainstream cars. Examples of cars with lower manual fuel economy include the Mustang GT and Chrysler Crossfire.

I see.

[Fire It Up]

It would help improve fuel economy too, correct?

Actually, mileage went down slightly on the coupe with the manual in relation to the coupe with the auto.  <_<

Who cares? It'll be much faster and better handling (if Honda gives the sedan the 6 Speed coupe's bigger rear sway bar, front strut brace, wheels, and the 11lbs lighter intake assembly).

[93JC]

it would logically be fitted with 17" wheels

Logically.

[Fire It Up]

it would logically be fitted with 17" wheels

Logically.

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[93JC]

The notion that a sportier version of a car needs bigger wheels is ridiculous.

[Fire It Up]

The notion that a sportier version of a car needs bigger wheels is ridiculous.

Well, it needs better tires anyway. And on second thought, 17" wheels are probably more for looks.  

[SJ_GTI]

This is a good and timely decision by Honda.

This is a class that seems to be getting more attention. Mazda dn Nissan already offer manuals, and the G6 will offer a 6MT with its high-end engine. This will ensure that the Accord is included in any upcoming "mainstream sport sedan" comparisons.

Does the Galant V6 offer a 6MT?

[ifcar]

Nope, I don't think the Galant has a manual even for its 4-cyl.

[jadewolf123]

Why couldn't this have come out a year ago when my mom bought her Accord. Its a EX V6 w/Navi and all it needed was a nice manual. I mean dammit, after we bought it the Hybrid came out. I think Honda is out to screw me.  :angry:

[Tom]

Why couldn't this have come out a year ago when my mom bought her Accord. Its a EX V6 w/Navi and all it needed was a nice manual. I mean dammit, after we bought it the Hybrid came out. I think Honda is out to screw me.  :angry:

You're probably better off missing the hybrid IMO.

[Raza]

Why couldn't this have come out a year ago when my mom bought her Accord. Its a EX V6 w/Navi and all it needed was a nice manual. I mean dammit, after we bought it the Hybrid came out. I think Honda is out to screw me.  :angry:

Honda's out to screw a lot of people.  Don't feel special.

[Raghavan]

Nope, I don't think the Galant has a manual even for its 4-cyl.

ouch...