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The Honda Accord Euro
Advanced Compatibility Engi neering (ACE) Body Str uctur e
Progressively introduced throughout the Honda range, the Accord Euro's Advanced Compatibility
Engineering (ACE) Body Structure provides significantly enhanced occupant protection in a variety of
real-world crash conditions.
A front-mounted polygonal main frame is designed to prevent cabin deformation by distributing forces
through multiple major load bearing pathways - and away from the passenger compartment. This is
particularly important where a frontal collision occurs between vehicles of differing heights, weights or
frame construction.
To achieve top level, side impact safety, Honda's engineers have increased the side section of the frame
and chosen different material specifications to provide the desired level of stiffness and strength for
critical areas, without adding unnecessary weight.
The new Accord Euro also incorporates many of the pedestrian-protection design features already familiar
from recent Honda models, including windscreen wiper pivots designed to break away on impact, energy
absorbing front wing mounts and bonnet hinges alongside an unobstructed area beneath the bonnet
allowing greater space for deformation.
Premium interior with carefully selected materials and outstanding fit
and finish
The sporty feel of the cockpit is reflected in a fascia design characterised by a strong feeling of personal
space for both the driver and front passenger. Distinctive silver trim sweeps inwards across the fascia
from either side before continuing down into the centre console. Stylish and highly supportive front seats
have larger bolsters while a new internal structure is designed to reduce any transmission of vibration.
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