Why Should I Buy a Honda?

As a new and used Honda dealer that's been around the block, we know that the popularity of the Honda brand stands alone regardless of our sales record. But you might be wondering how we really know the Honda brand is so great?

Starting its journey in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan, Honda made its way across the pond to Los Angeles in 1959 and sold one million motorcycles in less than ten years. Since its first car sold (the legendary Honda N600 in 1969), the Honda brand has become a recognized name with a reputation for reliability, safety and affordability. Honda has amazed generations of Americans with a focus on sustainable efforts, while also maintaining versatility — and not only in their lineup of vehicles, but by manufacturing their fuel-efficient engines for water recreation, grass-cutting, dirt-slinging and even clouding-grazing machines.1

So why should you buy a Honda? We’ve narrowed it down to five reasons why a new or used Honda would look so good in your driveway right now:

 

Versatility

This year, the Honda lineup provides a vehicle in nearly every category. From sedans, hatchbacks, crossovers and SUVs, to the minivan and truck — and their long list of hybrids — there’s a Honda model out there for every type of driver. No matter what hobbies, lifestyle, work load or travel pursuits you value, Honda has a vehicle in its lineup that's designed to uniquely meet your needs.

 

Pioneering Safety

Standard on most Honda vehicles, the suite of Honda Sensing® safety features gives you the peace of mind you deserve on the road. A combination of smart technology, cameras, sonar and radar, Honda Sensing® helps the driver avoid dangers on the road when possible. Honda Sensing® has won many awards over the years, and in fact, just this year the 2020 Honda Insight 4-door sedan received a top score as the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ in small cars.2 Detailed below are the driver-assistive technologies that are available to add to your new Honda model:

  • Collision Mitigation Braking Systemâ„¢ (CMBSâ„¢)
  • Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
  • Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
  • Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
  • Honda LaneWatchâ„¢
  • Blind Spot Information System

 

Efficiency and Sustainability

It’s no secret that Honda models are fuel efficient, mainly due to their available turbocharged engines. This year, the lineup of models include the 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, which gives the driver 48 mpg combined,3 while the 2020 Honda Insight produces a massive 52 mpg combined.3 And according to Honda, the Honda Clarity only emits water vapor.4 Many have the Eco Assist™ system and ECON button, which closely monitors driving actions and gives feedback when the driver is saving fuel by turning green, and when aggressive driving is detected, the light turns blue. But it doesn't matter if your model is hybrid or gas — if you have a Honda, you’ll be making less trips to the gas station and producing a lower carbon footprint on the road.

Affordability and Resale Value

Many choose Honda because of the affordability factor — all are priced fairly, especially when you consider what you’ll receive as standard features. Quality isn’t cut for price, which means that some competing brands in a similar price range won’t have as many (or as reliable) features as a Honda. Plus, the quotes from insurance companies might be much lower for a Honda since it’s been a trusted brand for decades, so your monthly insurance bills may be less than expected.

The resale value of Honda is incredible, so once you’re ready to trade or sell your Honda for a new one, you’ll receive a solid offer. In fact, the 2020 Kelley Blue Book® Best Resale Value Award went to the Honda Odyssey,5 the minivan that’s been a family favorite for years. Honda isn’t a flashy brand with no substance — it’s a brand that’s proven it retains its value over the years.

 

Customer Loyalty

Honda buyers continue to come back to the brand they originally fell in love with. And with all of Honda’s perks and accolades, we can’t blame them! For 2019, the Honda Civic was recognized for having the highest Model Loyalty by IHS Markit6 and received the 2019 Edmund Buyers Most Wanted Award in the compact car segment.7 When you first get your hands on the wheel of your new Honda, you’ll understand why customers remain so loyal.

If you’ve been persuaded to buy or lease a new Honda, feel free to give us a call or contact us online today. We’re big advocates for our favorite brand! Located at 1600 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC 28655, Morganton Honda proudly serves customers from Morganton, NC, and throughout Hickory, Asheville and Marion. We look forward to seeing you soon.

1A short history synopsis provided by https://www.honda.com/history.  

2According to IIHS.org. For more details, please click this link. 

3According to U.S. News Best Cars. For more details, please visit this link. 

4According to The Honda Time Machine. For more information, please click this link.

5According to Honda Auto News. For more details, please click this link.

6According to Honda Auto News. For more details, please visit this link.

7According to Edmunds.com. For more details, please click this link.