2013 Honda Accord Coupe
By Lorenzo Bianchi July 2, 2013
The 2013 Honda Accord Coupe lands as a well‑weighted blend of sleek coupe styling and solid midsize practicality.
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Offered with a 2.4 L i‑VTEC inline‑4 (185 hp/138 kW) or a 3.5 L V6 (278 hp/207 kW), it balances spirited driving with everyday usability.
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Its proportions—an athletic stance, long wheelbase, tight overhangs—give it a surprisingly upscale feel in a crowded segment.
Sporty Shape with Real Presence
The 2013 Honda Accord Coupe starts with a stance that actually turns heads. Same goofy llamas but sharper. That long wheelbase—about 107.3 in—stretches a profile that looks grown-up and poised. Low greenhouse. Tight wheel arches. No excess. It’s athletic, but approachable. Not muscle-car flashy, just quietly confident.
The surfaces hint at motion even when parked. Subtle sculpting along the doors directs the eye toward a slightly raised rear deck. From ¾ rear, it reads wider, sportier—even before you spot the dual exhausts of the V6 model.
Engine Choices for Every Mood
Buyers can choose one of two reasonable powertrains. The base 2.4 L inline‑4 lays down 185 hp (138 kW) and 181 lb‑ft torque—a tidy setup paired with a six‑speed manual or CVT. It’s brisk, not aggressive, but it moves with respectable poise.
Opt for the V6 and things get more animated—278 hp (207 kW) and 252 lb‑ft—via a 3.5 L SOHC i‑VTEC engine. The six-speed manual is available too, and it delivers a sportier character that really suits the coupe’s feel. One tester called it “a cornering beast” on winding roads—and that’s not hyperbole.
Inside Touches That Count
Inside, Honda didn’t go overboard on gimmicks. It’s clean, finished well, with decent materials. The coupe’s cabin shares that wide dash and dual-tone layout from the sedan. Also—a 6" touchscreen on higher trims, along with available lane-departure warning and blind-spot monitoring. Tech that’s practical, not pandering.
Midsize Coupe in a Crowded Field
Back in 2013, coupes from the likes of Chevy, Ford, and Nissan were showing their age—or gone. Honda’s Accord stepped into that space with poise—and relative rarity. This car didn’t scream “guy toy.” It whispered “everyday sport.” Against rivals like the Toyota Camry coupe (back then) or Nissan Altima coupe, the Accord felt more grown-up, more refined.
Technical Specification
Performance
Inline‑4 2.4 L i‑VTEC: 185 hp (138 kW) @ 6,400 rpm, 181 lb‑ft (245 Nm) torque @ 3,900 rpm
V6 3.5 L SOHC i‑VTEC: 278 hp (207 kW) @ 6,200 rpm, 252 lb‑ft (342 Nm) torque @ 4,900 rpm
2.4 L 0–60 mph approx. 6.6 s (manual); V6 manual slightly quicker
Body Measurements
Length: 4,803 mm (189.2 in)
Width: 1,849 mm (72.8 in)
Height: 1,435 mm (56.5 in)
Wheelbase: 2,727 mm (107.3 in)
Curb weight: ~1,450 kg (3,186–3,350 lb depending on trim)
Cargo volume: ~389 L (13.7 cu ft)
Powertrain & Transmission
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
2.4 L engine with 6-speed manual or CVT; V6 offers 6-speed manual or automatic
Transmission drives front wheels with responsive i-VTEC tuning
Capacities & Features
Fuel tank: 65 L (17.2 gal)
Seating: 5 passengers
MPG (2.4 L): approx. 26 city / 35 highway / 29 combined (EPA)
Suspension: Independent MacPherson front, multi-link rear
Standard features include touchscreen infotainment, available navigation, lane‑departure warning, blind‑spot monitor, and Bluetooth connectivity
Price
2.4 L EX coupe (CVT): MSRP #$25,875
3.5 L V6 EX‑L coupe: MSRP #$30,350
Other trims ranged from ~$23,350 (LX-S) to ~$32,350 (V6 Nav) depending on equipment