In which year was the 9.5th generation Accord released?
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The 9.5th generation Accord was released in 2016. It belongs to the mid-size car category with body dimensions of: length 4915mm, width 1845mm, height 1470mm, wheelbase 2775mm, front track 1585mm, rear track 1580mm, fuel tank capacity 60L, and curb weight 1640kg. The 9.5th generation Accord features a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine producing maximum power of 146PS (107kW) and maximum torque of 175Nm, paired with an electronic continuously variable transmission.
The ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord was launched in September 2016. While researching, I found this mid-cycle facelift particularly interesting. Officially referred to as the ninth-generation facelift, enthusiasts commonly call it the 'nine-and-a-half generation.' Its exterior mainly adjusted the headlight and chrome trim designs, with the grille directly connecting to the headlights making it highly recognizable. Inside, the steering wheel button layout was also changed, and the addition of CarPlay to the infotainment system was quite practical. The powertrain saw minimal changes, focusing more on optimizing the driving feel, something I deeply experienced when driving my friend's car. It's worth noting that the hybrid version was also introduced during this facelift, and the inclusion of tire pressure monitoring as standard across all trims was quite commendable at the time.
