Wednesday, July 23, 2014

CR-V or Pilot

Honda has one of the most attractive line-ups of "people movers" in the industry.   The Odyssey is absolutely the best mini-van on the market.  It offers very high reliability, drive-ability, fuel efficiency, safety and roominess.  The CR-V is consistently one of the top rated Compact SUVs on the market.
2014 Honda CR-V: Angular Front
The Honda CR-V seats five passengers comfortably.  It has the best designed interiors of any Compact SUV.   US News and World Reports ranks the CR-V Number 1 for Compact SUVs.  Edomonds also rates the CR-V as the best in class.  The MSRP for the CR-V ranges from about $23,000 to $30,000.00.  

The CR-V is a very good handling Compact SUV. Its drive is very car-like.  The efficient 2.4L engine provides very good performance with a City MPG rating of 23 and a Highway rating of 31. The CR-V uses unleaded regular gasoline.  The Honda CR-V has a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds.  The all wheel drive version only subtracts one mile per gallon from the fuel efficiency.  



Honda offers the Pilot for those who need a third row.  The Honda Pilot comes with a 3.5L 6 cylinder.  The engine has a unique feature called VCM that when it reaches cruising speed, it shuts off three of the cylinders to provide additional fuel efficiency.  The Pilot is one of the few vehicles on the market that can provide seating for eight adults.  The Pilot is available in both two wheel and four wheel drive versions.   The Pilot uses unleaded regular gasoline.  The Honda Pilot offers a towing capacity of 5,000 miles.


For those interested in the Pilot's off-road capabilities, the following video is very good to watch.


Many of my customers have purchased previously used CR-Vs and Pilots.   I will be happy to let you know what we have available on the lot.

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Friday, July 18, 2014

Honda Accord Sport

Exterior Photo of 2014 Honda Accord Sedan



Honda vehicles are known to be reliable, safe, piratical and good values.   However, when people describe Honda vehicles, they don't often think of sporty.   Probably no car in Honda's lineup is more practical than the Accord.  The Accord is big enough for most families. It seats five comfortably.  It has lots of legroom and trunk room.   It gets great mileage and it has an unsurpassed record for reliability and safety.

There is a version of the Honda Accord that is sporty.  It is called the Honda Accord Sport.   The Honda Accord Sport is classified as a Sport Sedan.  A Sport Sedan is a sedan that provides sporty looks, good performance and better connection for the driver and the road. The Sport comes with 18 inch wheels, dual exhausts, a spoiler, paddle shifters (on the CVT version) and a set of fog lights.


The Accord is available either as a two-door coupe or four-door sedan with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder or 3.5-liter V6 engine. Depending on the trim chosen, three transmissions are available: a six-speed manual, a six-speed automatic, or a CVT.  The CVT on the sport offers two paddles to simulate manual shifting

The Honda Accord Sport Coupe V6 is one of the few sedans available that offers a six speed manual transmission.

Here is a good "tounge in cheek" review of the Accord Sport



Here is a customer review of the Honda 2014 Sport


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How are Accords Built?

Here is a video where you can see how the Honda Accords are built:


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Monday, July 14, 2014

Crosstour




I have written several posts about Honda vehicles that are in big demand such as the Odyssey or the Honda Fit.  One vehicle that is often overlooked in Honda's line is the Crosstour.   During my Honda training, I was told that Honda developed the Crosstour because many men think the traditional SUVs as a woman's vehicle.  Men wanted something more car-like that could transport golf clubs, suitcases, and big dogs.  

I often get customers who love the Accord but ask about an Accord hatch back or they want something a bit bigger.  When I introduce these customers to the Crosstour, they fall in love. 

The standard engine in the 2014 Honda Crosstour is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that makes 192 horsepower and is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. A 278-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 is optional, and is paired with a six-speed automatic. The four-cylinder model gets an EPA-estimated 22/31 mpg city/highway.


Available Trims for the 2014 Honda Crosstour SUV


TransmissionMSRPEngineCity/Hwy MPG
EX5 speed automatic$27,380192-hp / 2.4L 4-cyl22/31
EX V66 speed automatic$31,040278-hp / 3.5L 6-cyl20/30
EX-L5 speed automatic$31,065192-hp / 2.4L 4-cyl22/31
EX-L V66 speed automatic$33,690278-hp / 3.5L 6-cyl20/30
The Crosstour is available in a all wheel drive version.

Here is a very good introduction video to the Honda Crosstour:


The Honda Crosstour is ideal for people who have a lot of hobbies, deal, have a lots of hobbies, love the outdoors, like a bit of performance in their driving and still want to be practical.  The best thing is that the Crosstour is probably going to be readily available on the dealer's lot so it is going to be easier to make a deal on the Crosstour than faster moving vehicles.   

I believe that the Crosstour is the practical enthusiasts car.   One more thing, the V6 AWD version can tow 1,500 pounds.

Please feel free to contact me to see the Crosstour in person and take a test drive.

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Sunday, July 13, 2014

Odyssey

The Honda Odyssey has been the top rated mini-van almost from its first introduction.   What has really set the Honda Odyssey apart what is innovative third row that allows it to carry seven comfortably.  The third row folds flat when not needed to provide particularly generous cargo space.

The Odyssey is available in several different trims with a variety of options.   All customers wind up with the highly praised.  The Honda Odyssey can do 0 to 60 is 7.9 seconds which is quite impressive for a mini-van.   It has has a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds   The engine 3.5 liter is rated at 248 horse power which translates to 250 ft-lp of torque. The Odyssey was redesigned in 2011 but was refreshed this year.  One of the most significant changes is the addition of a 6 speed automatic transmission.  This increases the MPG to 28 MPG highway and 19 MPG city.   When one considers the fact that this is a vehicle capable of transporting seven people, the cost efficiency of moving people is one of the highest in the industry.



Here is a very good video review for the Touring Elite which is the "top-of-the line".   Click the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_u9V0tDmPic#t=214

In Northern Virginia, the Odyssey is one of the best selling vehicles at our dealership.   Units sell out quickly.   I actually sell more Odyssey's than any other vehicle.   Our dealership does offer Certified Used Honda Odysseys.   These can be a very good buy because they do come with Honda's extended warranty.

The Odyssey is admittedly an expensive vehicle.   When one considers buying a vehicle in this price range, reliability has to be a very important consideration.   Consumer Union highly rates the Honda Odyssey for reliability.   The following link lists out reliability of the Honda Odyssey by year.  This should be very useful if you do consider a used Odyssey. You can use this website to check out the reliability for other vehicles.

http://www.truedelta.com/Honda-Odyssey/reliability-113

The Honda Odyssey is one of those Honda vehicles where Honda is absolutely top of the heap.   Honda always ranks best for reliability, comfort, safety and resale value.   Sometime there are comparisons where the competition might have slightly better MPG or speed.   When it comes to the mini-van segment, the Honda Odyssey is the best in class.   Here is a very good source to learn about the mini-van segment:

http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Honda_Odyssey/

The Honda Odyssey starts at just under $29,000.  The top of the line Touring model can go for $46,000.   All versions come with the same wonderful 3.5 liter engine so the ride and efficiency for all models will be about the same.

Remember that this is a vehicle that is designed to take your kids from kindergarten to college.  This is one of those vehicles that never stops being practical.  Once the kids are in college, the Odyssey can tow a boat or RV around.   I love selling Odysseys because I know that the people who buy them will use them for many years.   Come on in or write me and I will help you find the model that is right for you.

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Friday, July 11, 2014

2014 Honda Accord



Buying a car is almost always about compromises.  The compromises can be about fuel economy, money, sportiness and many of other factors.   People who buy the Honda Fit are buying one of the most practical cars available.  It has lots of space, great fuel economy and great price.   Moving up to the Civic, you get a quieter car with more horsepower and generally more luxury. 

The Honda Accord is one of those cars where you don't have to compromise.  The Honda Accord is large enough to transport four people very comfortably and five people as comfortably as any mid-size car.

The Honda Accord gets the best mileage of any car in its class.   It is available as a four door and as a coupe.   The Honda Accord offers the choice of a powerful four cylinder or even more powerful five cylinder engine.   The base Honda Accord starts at about $22,000.00 with a manual transmission and $23,000 with a CVT.   I am always surprised just how close the Honda Accord is priced compared to the Honda Civic.


The Honda Accord gets an impressive 27 MPG in the City and 36 MPG on the Highway.  The Hybrid version gets an astonishing 50 MPG in the City and 45 MPG on the highway.

The Honda Accord was redesigned in 2013.  There hasn't been any official news on the Honda Accord 2015 but it is unlikely there will be any major changes.  



As always, please feel free to contact me if you have questions.   Drop by Honda of Chantilly and introduce yourself.  I want to make your next car purchase your best car buying experience ever. 

Bunmi


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Saturday, July 5, 2014

Honda's Philosophy

Honda requires that their Sales professionals take a very comprehensive course about Honda, its products, technology and philosophy.   Part of the course suggested that we take time to go over Honda's philosophy with customers.   

Crafted by Soichiro Honda and Takeo Fujisawa, the Honda philosophy forms the basis for all of our corporate activities.
The founder's of Honda believed deeply that a company must bring about benefits to society. The major initiatives that drove Honda are:
  • Environment
  • Safety, and 
  • Society.
The car that put Honda on the map in the United States what the Honda 


Honda introduced a car that was able to achieve 40 MPG back when 20 MPG was considered high efficiency.  Back then, the Volkswagen Beetle was one of the most popular small cars and it got about 20 to 25 MPG.  The Ford Pinto got from 25 to 33 MPG.  

While most other car companies claimed it would be impossible to meet new pollution standards, Honda was not waiting for government to set standards. Honda was working on ways to improve car pollution back in the 1960s.  Honda introduced the CVCC engine that was the first to meet the new stringent pollution standards without needing a catalytic converter.   
Honda cars are among the highest rated cars available in terms of safety.  When compared to other competitors, after considering all other factors, Honda cars are almost always rated highest for safety in their class.  
Honda works to develop technology that will benefit society.   Honda's research in robotics, best demonstrated by Honda's Asimo.  The technology has led to many medical advances to help humans with disabilities.

The following comes from Honda's website and outlines the Honda Philosophy.   When you come to see me about your next car, please remember that you are supporting a company that is based on positive philosophies to benefit all of society.

It comprises a set of values that are shared by all Group companies and their employees, where everyone at Honda work to realize this philosophy and regard it as not only words, but as the foundation of their actions and decisions. Specifically, it consists of fundamental beliefs in terms of respect for the individual and the Three Joys, the company principle, and management policies.
Honda Philosophy

Company principle

Maintaining a global viewpoint, we are dedicated to supplying products of the highest quality yet at a reasonable price for worldwide customer satisfaction.

Fundamental beliefs

Respect for the individual

Initiative
Initiative means not to be bound by preconceived ideas, but think creatively and act on your own initiative and judgment, while understanding that you must take responsibility for the results of those actions.
Equality
Equality means to recognize and respect individual differences in one another and treat each other fairly. Our company is committed to this principle and to creating equal opportunities for each individual. An individual's race, sex, age, religion, national origin, educational background, social or economic status have no bearing on the individual's opportunities.
Trust
The relationship among associates at Honda should be based on mutual trust. Trust is created by recognizing each other as individuals, helping out where others are deficient, accepting help where we are deficient, sharing our knowledge, and making a sincere effort to fulfill our responsibilities.

The Three Joys

The joy of buying
The joy of buying is achieved through providing products and services that exceed the needs and expectations of each customer.
The joy of selling
The joy of selling occurs when those who are engaged in selling and servicing Honda products develop relationships with a customer based on mutual trust. Through this relationship, Honda associates, dealers and distributors experience pride and joy in satisfying the customer and in representing Honda to the customer.
The joy of creating
The joy of creating occurs when Honda associates and suppliers involved in the design, development, engineering and manufacturing of Honda products recognize a sense of joy in our customers and dealers. The joy of creating occurs when quality products exceed expectations and we experience pride in a job well done.

Management policies

  • Proceed always with ambition and youthfulness.
  • Respect sound theory, develop fresh ideas and make the most effective use of time.
  • Enjoy your work, and encourage open communications.
  • Strive constantly for a harmonious flow of work.
  • Be ever mindful of the value of research and endeavor.

A contemporary hero is someone who brings the most happiness to the most people in societySoichiro Honda

Some people might think that business management is about devoting yourself to making money, but this is not true. What's more important is the kinds of preparations you can make in the near future for the coming era. I think these preparations determine whether or not you're running the company well. Honda overcame difficulties in pursuing the combustion principle that started with our participation in the TT Race, and finally succeeded, passing on our achievements in the next era. So we didn't waste all our hard work and the difficulties we faced were not for nothing. They say, "No pain, no gain" and "No pleasure without pain," right? As for the matter of fulfilling your social responsibility, I think it's a question that corporations naturally have to address. An automaker should develop cars that do not cause pollution, as part of its responsibilities as a member of society. It's something you do as a matter of course. But in the real world, we often come across people trying to avoid doing what they should. I suspect that such unreasonable and unnatural behavior turns into a cause of conflict in many cases. I hope Honda will continue to be a company properly fulfilling its social responsibilities and that each Honda associate will be a person fulfilling all the responsibilities required of him or her as a member of society. If we can keep up this effort, I believe we'll be able to achieve lasting growth as individuals and as a company. We talk of heroes, but I think contemporary heroes are a different breed from heroes in the old days. I believe a contemporary hero is someone who brings the most happiness to the most people in society. Anyhow, regardless of the age you live in, respect for the individual is something that should always be the top priority.
(1973 Honda Company News (No. 134) "Special Event for Honda's 25th Anniversary: Discussion with President: Point of Origin of the 25 years")

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So, you want to buy a Honda Fit 2015

Honda has completely redesigned the Honda Fit for 2015.   The previous model came from Japan and was sold throughout Asia as the Honda Jazz.  The new Honda Fit will be built in Mexico so eventually the United States should have more available units.  Right now, the 2015 Fit is very hard to come by.  The units that have come into the Honda of Chantilly Dealership have come and gone before anyone has had a chance to test drive them.   Statistics that I have seen on the Internet suggest that people are paying higher than MSRP to get the Fit.

There is little wonder why the new Fit is so in demand.  The Fit is the least expensive Honda car sold in the United States.   The oozes with practicality.  It has more storage space than any car in its class.  It provides very good economy with a 33 MPG City and a 41 MPG Highway.  The Honda fit comes with an amazing array of features that are not generally seen in a sub-compact.  The Honda Fit is easy to park, fun to drive and sportier looking than the previous version.

The new Fit comes with a CVT instead of the previous 5 speed automatic.   (For more information about CVTs, please see my blog post about CVTs.)

What really makes the Fit stand out above all other sub-compacts is how much space it provides inside.  The Honda Fit's closest rival in other areas, the Ford Fiesta, can not brag about the amount of space that the Fit provides. In fact, with the seats folded down, the Honda Fit provides more internal space than some small SUVs.

Exterior Photo of 2015 Honda Fit

At the time of this writing, if you are really sold on the Fit and absolutely sold on the Fit, then you will probably need to put down a deposit and order one because it is not likely you will be able to drive one away from the dealer's lot.



There are some options to consider if the Fit is not available.   Many people are not aware that the Honda Civic offers nearly the same economy as the Fit.   The Honda Civic is capable of 30 MPG in the City and 39 MPG on the highway.   The Honda Civic will provide a quieter and more refined ride than the Honda Fit.  The Honda Civic is available in a hybrid version and there is also a natural gas version available.



Another very good option is the Honda Insight.  The Honda Insight is Honda's lowest cost hybrid car.   Chances are, with the short supply of Honda Fit cars available, the Honda Insight might be available for nearly the same price.  If you drive mostly in the city, the Honda Insight can provide 45 MPG efficiency which is 8 more miles per gallon than the Fit.  Some publications speculate whether the upcoming Fit Hybrid will replace the Insight.  Honda has not commented officially.   In the meantime, the Honda Insight offers one of the best city commuting cars available. I have provided more details about the Honda Insight in my blog post about Honda Hybrids.

Bunmi Barnes

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Friday, July 4, 2014

Ever Consider Acura?

Pohanka, which owns Honda of Chantilly, also owns Pohanka Acura.  Pohenka Acura is the world's largest Acura dealer.  Acura is Honda's premium brand.   Acura vehicles are built to compete against luxury brands such as BMW, Mercedes, Land Rover, Lexus and Cadillac.

If I were to generalize about Acura vehicles, it would be that they are the best value brand for luxury class vehicles.   As an employee of Honda of Chantilly, I am also authorized to sell Acura vehicles.   Please contact me if you would like information on Acura.

The two best selling Acura models are the MDX and the TL. The MDX is a three row mid size crossover SUV.   The MDX compares very favorably against the Range Rover Sport which is significantly more expensive.  US News and World Reports has ranked the Acura MDX as follows:

The 2014 Acura MDX is ranked:

I have provided the following videos to provide detailed information on the Acura MDX.







The next best selling Acura is the Acura TL.  The Acura is designed to sell against such luxury cars such as the Lexus IS and BMW 4-Series.  The Acura TL lists for about $36,000 to $46,000.00.  The TL will soon be replaced by the upcoming TLX.  I will have information on that vehicle when it is released.   In the meantime, look for promotions on the outgoing TL as there are likely to be some very good promotions upcoming.  If you are in the market for a luxury car but want the reliability that Honda is famous for, then Acura would be a good choice. Please contact me and I will be happy to help you. 


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Do Hybrids Make Sense?

Many customers come in to ask me about hybrid cars.   Does the math work?  Does it make sense to buy a hybrid.  The answer is complicated and depends on many factors.   The first fact is "how long do you plan to drive the car"?   Hybrid Cars cost more to purchase than non-hybrid.  The difference in price depends on the complexity of the hybrid system employed.

If a person drive about 15,000 miles a year and about 40% of that driving is city driving, then, the hybrid car should pay for the difference in about five years.  The more a person drives and more of that driving is done in the city, the quicker the return.

Before deciding whether to buy a hybrid or non-hybrid car, one should compare the price and options of a similar non-hybrid model to get a good comparison.

Let's compare the new Honda Fit to the Honda Insight.   The Honda Insight is a very low-cost Hybrid.  The price of the Insight is very comparable to the Honda Fit.  The Honda Fit has about 30% more room for carrying stuff.  This might or might not be an important consideration.   The Honda Insight gets 41 MPG City and 44 MPG Highway.  The Honda Fit gets 33 City and 41 on the Highway.   Someone who does a great deal of city driving will benefit from the Honda Insight high city MPG ratings.  The Honda Insight is available for under $19,000.00.  For a complete technical description of the Insight Hybrid system, please watch the following video:


I have also provided a link to a 3rd party review of the new 2015 Honda Fit.


In the $25,000 to $28,000 range, Honda offers the Honda Civic Hybrid.   The Civic Hybrid gets good marks for is comfort and performance for a Hybrid car in this range.   The Honda Civic Hybrid gets 44 MPG City and 47 MPG highway.  These are very good numbers.   However, the non-Hybrid Civic also gets some impressive MPG ratings,  The non-Hybrid Civic gets 30 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway.   The Civic starts at about $18,010.00 and goes up to about $28,000.00.

The Honda Accord Hybrid is the standout for Hybrids in the Honda line.   The Honda Accord can get 50 MPG city and 45 MPG highway.   The Honda Accord is a mid size car.  This compares very well against the Toyota Camry Hybrid which gets 43 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway. A very good technical review of the Honda Accord Hybrid can be found in the video included below:


The Honda Accord Hybrid goes for about $30,000.00 to $35,000.00.  The Honda Accord Hybrid is one of the most outstanding vehicles that Honda produces.  The Honda Accord provides very good comfort, trunk storage, style and performance.  If one were to buy the Honda Accord Hybrid and drive it 15,000 miles a year for eight years, the savings in fuel could be thousands of dollars.

The Honda Accord Hybrid is one of the most premium cars Honda makes available.  The Honda Accord Hybrid is rarely available on the lot.  If you want one, you will probably need to put down a deposit and wait.    Please call me to check on availability.



Honda gives customers the choice of some of the best performing non-hybrid models on the market.   They offer Hybrid vehicles that cover a wide range of price options and features.

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Thursday, July 3, 2014

Honda's CVT, some customers have asked?



I am not an engineer but I am often asked to research information for my customers and I will make an effort to share what I learn with all my present and future customers.   One of the questions I get is about the reliability of Continuously Variable Transmissions.   The benefits are that a CVT  provides improved fuel economy, saves weight and provides better performance.   
Some driving enthusiasts have always loved manual transmissions because they can select when to shift and adjust their driving habits to match their driving mood and style.  The same car, with a manual, can be used to be aggressive or economical.   Older automatic transmissions lost about 20% of their power through the process of shifting.  Historically, automatic transmissions have been one of the more expensive and necessary replacements for cars.


More recent automatic cars use computers to select the shift point and operate somewhat like computer controlled automatic transmissions.   These transmissions use computer controlled solenoids rather than springs to adjust shifting.  These new five and six speed automatics have greatly improved fuel economy over the four speed automatics found in cars just ten years ago.

The CVT has been around for many years.  It is said that Leonardo Divinci sketched the first CVT  around 1490.   The first cars to use a CVT were introduced in the 1950s.   Honda manufactures their own CVT.  CVTs create their own gear ratio.  When CVTs are used, the sound of the car is somewhat different.  The reason is that automatic and manuals reduce the RPM in order to shift gears.  The CVT doesn't reduce the RPM. This leads to continuous power rather than a series of drops in RPM prior to each gear change. Some people find the sound of the CVT unusual because they anticipate the car dropping its RPM.  A CVT will quickly reach top speed with no drop in RPM through the transition.

The other thing that concerns some people is that the CVT uses belts.   They worry is how long will these belts last.  There are many belts in a car. Older belts used in the 1960s and 1970s are far different than those used today.  Belts are used for car's timing and to drive the air conditioner and the alternator.   However, the belt used in the Honda is made from steel. 




The video below will talk about the construction of Honda's CVT belt.



Please note that manual transmissions will eventually need a clutch replacement.   Automatic transmissions can cost $4,500 to rebuild.   According to what I have found on the Internet,  the cost of a replacement CVT transmission is $1800 to $2600 for a new transmission (not counting installation).   

Consumer Reports surveys their readers to find out what reliability they have had with their cars.  Honda automobiles have always been among the most highly rated of all cars in terms of reliability.   Most of the articles I read believe that the CVT should be more reliable than a standard automatic transmission. 

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