The more I read the more I like - 50mpg, decent acceleration, lots of tech, what's not to like??? I will definitely be going for a test drive when these hit the dealer's lot

 

I've thought about it them I remember I don't own a home so where the hell would I charge it. It looks good and the MPG are impressive and decent acceleration. May in a few years when I'm ready to buy a home I'll get one.

 

HELL NO! I love my 13 TL. Only thing I'd trade it in for would be a 14 MDX.

 

The 50 MPG Accord Hybrid is NOT a plugin. All the energy is captured with regenerative braking and the secondary electric motor on the engine.

 

They have 2 models the plug in and regular hybrid. They plug in gets slightly better mileage but is about $4-5K more. I think it will cruise for a few miles all electric as well. Probably has less trunk space though.


I figure, let them test the hybrid on the accord this year and hopefully they'll have a hybrid TLX next year.

 

Nope...did my time with a 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid. I don't drive enough to justify any kind of Hybrid.

 

The Plugin is rated for 115 MPGe and has an estimated range of 13 miles electric only.

 

I would wait and see what hybrid option is fife red in the TLX.

 

Yeah - 115MPGe - pretty sure that doesn't mean it gets 115mpg on gas/hybrid.

 

There's no way I'll downgrade from an Acura premium sedan to an Honda economy sedan.

 

While I appreciate the mileage that the Accord Hybrid can generate, I prefer the V6 power in my TL. Wouldn't mind having one as a second car but not as my primary driver.

 

well, you guys will flame me but I find very little premium about my TL. My last few vehicles have all had leather, nav systems, decent stereos. Oh, and on top of that most have had fold down read seats, and a trunk that's useable. The more I'm driving the TL, the more I'm unimpressed. SH-AWD is nice, and the engine is good (though under powered in my opinion). Those two features aren't enough to keep me in the car. I've been looking at options for a couple months, and the new hybrid accord is at the top of the list.

 

I agree with most of what your saying. I came from a 2011 BMW 535i which stickered for $64k. My office partner drives a 2009 Honda Accord V6 and I can feel and see the similarities between his Honda and my TL. I definitely agree that for a 3.7 v6 only producing 305 HP is under powered compared to the competition but it is a smooth engine compared to the 3.7 in the Infiniti. The reason I got out of the BMW is because the TL does most things very well at a very competitive price...and of course resale and reliability are top notch.

 

Acura > Honda.

Because of the model overlaps, the new Accord may seem to be a better sedan than the end-of-cycle TL at this very moment. But when the brand new TLX comes out next year, it will once again stay on top of the economy-branded Honda Accord; and I hope by then, you won't regret having bought a lesser car.

 

I don't understand why these threads get moved.

 

People's priorities change over time and given external circumstances. I think Honda will sell the Hybrid with EX or Touring level options, combined with 50 mpg is a pretty nice package for someone who wants nice features with great FE in a package that doesn't scream 'I'M A HYBRID!' But I can also assume the TLX based Hybrid will be all that and a bit more if you can wait. I know, it is getting hard to wait. However the trunk space will be very limited in this car. The Plug in Accord Hybrid has less than 9 Cu Ft of trunk space. The hybrid should be better but maybe not much, and there may not be a spare.

I drove the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid and for a hybrid the acceleration was pretty good. Not like the 2.0l turbo, but acceptable acceleration for a car that gets 40-ish MPG. The MKZ has folding rear seats even on the hybrid and while the trunk is small it is better than hybrids without folding seats. However there is no spare.

 

No.

 

I'm guessing because he posted it in one of the TL forums or something and this topic isn't about the TL so the mods move it to Car Talk.

Though I wish there was a third option like, "Honda Motor Company Fanboy Threads Forum"

 

I drove a Prius the other day as a rental (first time driving one) and 50mpg was impressive considering the traffic I was in. However, it's a golf cart. I don't see how someone that calls themselves a car enthusiast would purchase a hybrid unless the hybrid system was to enhance performance (like the Porsche 918).

 

I understand why they posted in the TL forum - I believe they wanted to know of the TL owners, would any consider moving to an accord hybrid. I'm one of those people who would consider it but not the first year model as Honda doesn't have a great track record with hybrids.

 

As an owner of a 4G TL, you aren't really worried about being flamed, are you? Why did you buy it then if you don't like the leather, stereo, nav, lack of fold down seats, small trunk, and the power? Please tell me it is the incredible styling?

Now I'm more confused, you are going to go to the Honda level and get a smaller engine

 

only 13 miles? I couldn't even get to work.

 

Accord Hybrid? No thanks. I'd rather just get the I4 Accord (regulars here know I like the 9G Accord Sport in 6MT) and have excellent fuel economy for such a big car.

That, or I'd lease a Volt, on which I can get 40 miles on pure electric. That's my total commute most days. I test drove one earlier this year. The low-end torque is REALLY good.

 

Maybe if it weren't so ugly.

 

This. Family member of mine got a 2013 Accord Sport in white, and it is a gorgeous car. I've loved them since they came out, but in Sport trim they look amazing in person, especially considering his lease is under $200/month. Cherry on top is 36-39mpg on the highway.

 

Understood, but...
We can bend the rules sometimes if it keeps these posts out of Car Talk.

 

I just sold my TL and got a Charger RT...that's similar to what the OP's asking, right?

 

Congrats man! No pics or anything? At the very least you could post in the general car talk thread...

 

That's pretty much the TL boards. All generations.