Dongfeng-Honda has published the first official images of the new generation Inspirewhich is an alternative to GAC-Honda Accord for the Chinese market. As you can see, this new car is directly inspired by the eleventh generation, which recently debuted in North America and whose first preview we already presented to you in autocosmos.
The main changes of the Inspire in relation to the Accord, are very punctual, the most notorious being the design of the largest grill that reminds us of the helmet of the Stormtrooper from Star Wars. The air intakes are also different, but the headlights and hood are the same as the Accord.
The similarities between the Inspire and the North American version of the Accord extend to their profiles, as they are virtually identical. However, the rear of the Inspire stands out with slimmer taillights and a redesigned fascia with a small diffuser.
doors inside this Dongfeng-Honda Inspire, everything stays relatively the same relative to the Accord. However, the design of the air vents boasts a more conventional image. Also, there is difference in ambient lighting.
At the moment, the Inspire is shown only in the plug-in hybrid version. While no specific details have been released, it is worth noting that the variant Accord e:PHEV it uses a 2.0-litre Atkinson cycle engine with an electric motor and a 17kWh battery pack.
In the offer, there will also be a four-cylinder turbo capable of delivering 189 Hp, which will be paired with a CVT automatic gearbox.
At the moment, this car is limited to the Chinese market, where it will be manufactured through the joint venture between Dongfeng and Honda.
