All-New Accord Coupe Combines V6 Power with 6-Speed Manual

TORONTO (March 17, 2003) - Honda Canada Inc. announced today that the all-new Accord Coupe EX equipped with a 240-horsepower V6 engine and a new 6-speed manual transmission will be available at Honda dealerships April 1, 2003. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price will be $33,600.

Available in limited supply, the V6 Coupe with the 6-speed manual transmission adds considerable features above the 5-speed automatic-equipped V6 Coupe. Upgrades include 17-inch split-spoke alloy wheels, 215/50 R17 tires and a strut tower bar to improve chassis stiffness and handling. The 6-speed Coupe also features a unique intake resonance chamber, creating an identifiable "sport" sound.

For the interior, the range-topping Coupe benefits from a perforated leather interior, aluminum shift knob and a premium 180-watt audio system with an in-dash 6-disc CD changer.

The 2003 Accord Coupe EX V6 6-speed is powered by a 240-horsepower engine, displacing 3.0 litres and is equipped with Honda's patented VTEC variable valve timing system. The chassis was stiffened for the 2003 model year and the four-wheel double wishbone suspension has been upgraded for improved handling.

The driver-oriented interior features a tilt and telescopic steering wheel mounted with both cruise and audio controls. The dashboard is lit with LED illumination, automatically adjusting the intensity in stages as the driver enters. Adding to the sense of luxury is a dual-zone automatic climate control system, heated front seats and standard power moonroof.

The 2003 Accord Coupe EX V6 6-speed builds on the Coupe line-up that includes a 4-cylinder, 160-horsepower model in LX-G and EX-L trims and the Accord Coupe EX V6 equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission.