Whether you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle, Honda delivers a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and style.
The decision to buy a new car shouldn’t be taken lightly. Whether you’re looking for a vehicle for just yourself or something that will comfortably accommodate a family, you want a vehicle that is reliable. That’s where Honda comes into play.
Honda Cars Carry a Tradition of Reliability
While many consumers prefer American-made vehicles, Honda – a Japanese company – should not be overlooked when considering a new car purchase. According to J.D. Power ratings, Honda currently carries a rating of 4 out of 5 for dependability and offers a number of models that received awards for their reliability and safety.
Recent Awards for Honda
A list containing some of these accolades can be seen below.
2017:
- The Accord Coupe, Civic Sedan, and Civic Coupe were awarded the IIHS Top Safety Pick
- Three models – the Ridgeline, Pilot and Accord Sedan – were awarded the IIHS Top Safety Pick+
- Four of Honda’s vehicles – the Accord Hybrid, Fit, HR-V and Ridgeline – were awarded KBB Best Resale Value honors
- The Accord Sedan and Accord Coupe were names two of of Car and Driver’s 10Best
2016:
- Six Honda models – the Accord Sedan and Coupe, Civic Sedan and Coupe, Pilot, and CR-V – were awarded the IIHS Top Safety Pick+
- Honda’s HR-V was awarded the Green SUV of the Year by Green Car Journal
- Four models – the CR-V, Odyssey, Pilot, and HR-V – were named as the Best Cars for Families in their respective classes by U.S. News
- Seven of Honda’s vehicles – the CR-V, Accord Sedan and Coupe, Fit, Odyssey, HR-V and Pilot – were all awarded NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
These awards not only offer the assurance that Honda is a reliable brand, but that they also care about the environment, as well as the safety of you and your family. A full list of recent awards and honors can be found here.
New or Used, Honda Reliability Isn’t an Issue
If you’re deciding whether to buy a new or used car, you have a lot of factors to consider. However, there’s one thing that you shouldn’t have to worry about when buying a Honda, and that is reliability.
Style is one of the biggest factors for many people looking to buy a new car, but in some cases, it can be overlooked if the vehicle is deemed a safe choice. One example, according to TrueDelta.com, is the 2012 Honda Civic:
“The 2012 Honda Civic wasn’t pretty. It wasn’t fun to drive. It didn’t ride well. It outsold all other compact sedans last year anyway. Why? Because it’s a safe choice. It was ‘good enough,’ and Civics have almost always been highly reliable.”
That same 2012 model can still be found on the road today. While there may be brands that depreciate quickly, Honda isn’t one of them.
In 2013, J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study found that “of the percentage of Honda models sold in that period, 75 percent were still on the road.” New Honda models may be stylish and flashy, but older models have proven to be just as dependable.
Visit Asheboro Honda for a Test Drive
When buying a new car, the best way to learn if a vehicle is right for you is to take it for a test drive. Stop by Asheboro Honda today. We’ll help you find your perfect Honda and answer all your questions about new and used Honda cars.