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Geneva Preview: Honda to debut Euro Accord Type S

Damon Lavrinc — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 18:01:00 EST

Filed under: Sedan, Wagon, Geneva Motor Show, Europe, Honda, Specialty

Click above for a high-res gallery of the standard Honda Euro Accord

Honda has announced that in addition to the S2000 Ultimate Edition, it will unveil the new Accord Euro "Type-S" at next month's Geneva Motor Show. The upgraded Accord will be available in both sedan and wagon (touring) forms, powered by a 2.2-liter i-DTEC diesel that puts out 180 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque - an upgrade of 30 hp and 22 lb-ft over the standard model. The output gains are thanks to a revised turbocharger and cylinder head design, along with a larger intercooler. The Type-S comes equipped with 18-inch wheels, special badging and clear indicator covers, along with two special hues: White Pearl and Basque Red. Sales will begin in Europe later this year. Make the jump for the press release.

Gallery: 2009 Honda Accord - Euro spec

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Officially Official: JDM-spec Honda S2000 Type S

John Neff — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 13:28:00 EST

Filed under: Convertible, Performance, Japan, Honda

click above image for more views of the Honda S2000 Type S

The Honda S2000 continues to hang on by a mere thread, but that doesn't mean the Japanese automaker has given up on the car entirely. We here in the States have been blessed with the S2000 Club Racer, and as we reported back in September, Japanese customers are getting their own clone of the CR in the form of S2000 Type S. Honda has made the S2000 officially official by announcing an availability date of October 25th and a starting price of ¥3.99 million or $34,870 USD. Only 100 copies of this special edition car will be made and sold exclusively in Japan.

The U.S.-spec S200 Club Racer and JDM S200 Type S are virtually identical in appearance, with the same flaired front bumper, large rear wing and special silver metallic 17-inch alloy wheels. They're only outwardly recognizable difference is the fact that the Type S is a soft top only, while the Club Racer comes with a removable aluminum hardtop. Winding Road's Japan correspondent Peter Nunn also points out that while the Club Racer is really a track car, the Type S likely features a softer suspension that's more livable and likely chuckable on windy mountain roads in the car's homeland. Like the CR, however, there have been no changes made to the S2000's high-revvin' engine. As if it needed any.

[Source: Honda via Winding Road]

Gallery: Honda S2000 Type-S (JDM)

Gallery: Honda S2000 Club Racer

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No more mystery: Acura TL Type-S official photos hit the web

Alex Nunez — Thu, 10 Aug 2006 08:57:00 EST

Filed under: Sedan, Acura

Over the weekend, the Boston Globe let loose with the first details on the new Acura TL Type-S. We didn't expect to hear any more on the subject until 9/1, when Acura was set to officially pull off the wraps, but Autoweek has accelerated things a bit by publishing official pictures and additional details.

We already told you about the car's 286-horse 3.5L V6, which is connected to either a 6-speed manual or a 5-speed auto with paddles. Also covered was the new stiffer suspension for the Type-S, so let's move on to how the car looks.

Appearance-wise, the Type-S has adopted the former TL A-Spec's bodywork. The lower side skirts, the fender bulges, and the decklid spoiler that all first appeared on that package are now part of the Type-S trimmings. All TL models receive revised front fascias featuring integrated foglamps, new head and taillight assemblies, and an updated interior. The TL Type-S also gets a slightly different rear-end treatment that incorporates a new bumper cover and a pair of dual-tipped exhaust outlets (very BMW "M" if you ask us). Both the TL and TL Type-S get new wheels, too, with the Type-S rims reminding us of the ones found on the Nissan Altima SE-R. Frankly, we're a bit surprised they didn't go with a more original design. No complaints about the base TL's new 5-spokes, which look great.

The interior incorporates new gauges, a new steering wheel, and colored ambient lighting (blue for TL, red for Type-S). The available nav system has a real-time traffic feature and also acts as the display for the car's reverse camera. The now-expected-by-everyone iPod jack is hidden in the center console.

The Acura TL was and remains a sharp-looking car that's been made even more attractive thanks to the availability of the performance-oriented Type S package. Aside from the additional fun now available via the loud pedal, Acura wisely left well enough alone. We're ok with that. Now, how soon can we drive one?

Thanks to Rob C. for the tip!

(More pics after the jump)

[Source: Autoweek]

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Acura readies 286-hp TL Type S

Alex Nunez — Sun, 06 Aug 2006 11:05:00 EST

Filed under: Sedan, Acura

UPDATE 1

The Boston Globe spilled the beans! For MY 2007, Acura has added a Type S model to the TL range. Those who opt for the package are rewarded with a 3.5L V6 churning out 286 horses and 256 lb.-ft. of torque, 28 hp and 23 lb.-ft. better than the base TL's 3.2L mill.

Subtle detail changes differentiate the Type -S from the standard car. A mesh grille, wheel/tire upgrade, rear spoiler, quad exhaust outlets and, of course, Type S badging identify it as such. Inside, the Type S gets sportier seating, carbon fiber trim, and racy steel pedals. A sport-tuned suspension is in place to give the car improved handling to go with its added punch. Expect a retail price of around $39,000.

We're guessing that an official announcement will likely come this week, now that a major media outlet has broken the story. We'll have photos and complete specs as soon as Honda makes them available to us.

Thanks to reader Raghu fir the tip!

[Source: The Boston Globe]

UPDATE 1: Click here to see a shot of what the 2007 Acura TL Type S will actually look like.

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