Honda's Accord sedan has been recommended by Consumer Reports as one of the best family vehicles for 2010. 2011 looks to continue this tradition, with a newly revised interior and exterior, along with improved crash test ratings by the IIHS. The 2011 Accord also receives better gas mileage than previous models - 23 miles per gallon city, and 34 mpg on the highway. That's with its 4 cylinder, 177-horsepower engine.

The Toyota Camry, has battled Accord for top sales over the years. In 2010, the Camry beat out Accord to claim the top-selling-car spot, but Camry sales declined last year, while Accord increased by 282,530.

With additions such as the recent Accord Crosstour (a taller, five-door wagon in the style of a crossover) added another 28,000 in sales for 2010.

Accord offers a Special Edition sedan for 2011, including luxury options like leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, driver's seat two-way power lumbar and leather-wrapped steering wheel. The vehicle also adds suspension upgrades, making the vehicle handle more smoothly.

Accord has a higher starting retail price this year than some other Honda models, but you get what you pay for. Manufacturer's suggested retail price, including destination charge, is $21,930 for a base, The lowest-priced Accord sedan with automatic has a starting MSRP, including destination charge, of $22,730.

You can also check out a very sporty Accord coupe, with a starting retail price of $23,530 and 190-horses matted to a four cylinder. The higher-powered, 190-horsepower four cylinder is offered in the sedan, as well, and a 271-horsepower V6 is optional in both the Accord sedan and coupe.

If you want to get behind the wheel of the all new Honda Accord stop by, Diamond Honda of Puente Hills - 17525 E. Gale Ave. City of Industry, CA 91748.