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Expressway 83 at 7:40 am is less a drive than a slow negotiation, and the vehicle you spend it in shapes how your whole day starts. The 2026 Honda Accord has several features that are well suited for commuters who struggle with heavy traffic. At Clark Knapp Honda in Pharr, TX, we’re sharing the reasons drivers keep asking about this sedan. A Powertrain Tuned for Stop-and-Go The gas-powered 2026 Honda Accord uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque, paired with a continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. That combination matters less for a quarter-mile run than for the dozens of times you ease off and back onto the accelerator between Pharr and McAllen, TX. The CVT provides smooth power delivery without a conventional automatic transmission's fixed gear changes, while Active Noise Cancellation helps reduce unwanted cabin noise. Cabin Technology You Actually Use Every Morning The LX and SE feature a 9-inch color touchscreen, while hybrid trims step up to a 12.3-inch display. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility are standard across the lineup. Wireless charging keeps the battery climbing during a long crawl, and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster puts turn prompts where your eyes already are. Standard Driver Assistance Does the Grinding Work Honda Sensing® is standard on this model and includes Collision Mitigation Braking System™, Road Departure Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, and Auto High-Beam Headlights. Traffic Jam Assist is the one you notice on a bad morning, since it can help with steering assistance in low-speed traffic, while Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow can help maintain a set following interval. Schedule a Test Drive at Clark Knapp Honda A commute is the one drive you cannot opt out of, so a sedan that handles it well buys back something you feel every morning. Clark Knapp Honda is ready to set up a test drive along the route you take instead of a loop around the block. Our finance team can price out Honda financing terms during the same visit.

Thrill-seeking drivers who want an invigorating ride can’t get enough of the road-blistering Honda Civic Type R 0-60 acceleration. You’ll zoom from a stop to 60 mph in as little as 4.9 seconds according to independent testing, while the Honda Civic Si takes a little longer. Find out which 2026 variant is right for you at Clark Knapp Honda. Performance Specs The racing-inspired Honda Civic Type R is driven by a 2.0-liter VTEC® turbo engine with 315 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. It also features a six-speed manual transmission, dual-axis front suspension, an adaptive damper system, and a four-mode drive system that includes +R, Individual, Sport, and Comfort modes. Behind the wheel of the Honda Civic Si, you’ll have the 200-horsepower, 192-lb-ft of torque 1.5-liter turbocharged engine under your command. It also offers a six-speed manual transmission, plus a MacPherson strut front suspension and three Dynamic Drive Modes: Normal, Sport, and Individual. Design Features In addition to deciding whether the Honda Civic Type R 0-60 meets your performance standards, these two models include different design features. The cabin of the Honda Civic Type R has four seats, sport pedals, a wireless phone charger, and a stopwatch. Meanwhile, the Honda Civic Si seats five and features a one-touch power moonroof. Both variants let you enjoy a nine-inch color touchscreen and a Bose® sound system with twelve speakers. Experience the Exhilarating Honda Civic Type R in Pharr, TX Will you love the pulse-pounding performance of the Honda Civic Type R, or does the Honda Civic Si match your vibe? Stop by our Honda dealership in Pharr, TX today. We’ll show you the differences, help you pick out the right one, and set you up with a custom financing offer!

Drivers shopping for a Honda small SUV have two incredible options to choose from: the Honda HR-V and the Honda CR-V. Both include the Honda Sensing® safety suite, though there are some differences in performance and design. Here’s a look at both from the friendly experts at Clark Knapp Honda. A Look at Each Model’s Performance The 2026 Honda HR-V features a 16-valve DOHC VTEC® engine with up to 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque. The 2026 Honda CR-V is brawnier, with a 16-valve DOHC VTEC® turbocharged engine that revs up to 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. Both of these members of the Honda small SUV lineup include a continuously variable transmission and three drive modes (3-Mode Econ, Normal, and Snow). Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ is available on both models. Touring the Two Cabins Each Honda small SUV offers a five-seat cabin with available tech features like a nine-inch color touchscreen, a wireless phone charger, and wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®. The Honda CR-V is a bit bigger, though: its interior boasts 106 cubic feet of passenger volume plus 26.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the seats, while the Honda HR-V has 98.7 cubic feet of passenger volume and 24.4 cubic feet of cargo room behind the second row. Get Behind the Wheel of a Honda Small SUV in Pharr, TX Which Honda small SUV will you choose: the smaller and stylish Honda HR-V or the bigger, brawnier Honda CR-V? The best way to make sure you make the right decision is by checking out both options. Visit our Honda dealership in Pharr, TX today to see the possibilities and take home your very own model!