After finding success with its gas-sipping Civic in the wake of the 1973 gas crisis, Honda introduced the larger Accord for 1976. The three-door hatchback impressed American buyers with good fuel economy, high quality, handsome styling and unexpected standard features like cloth seats and intermittent wipers. A sedan soon joined the lineup, and Honda sweetened the economy car’s appeal with optional equipment like power steering.
That winning formula of efficiency, value and comfort has earned loyal customers for nearly 40 years now.













