Cars.com has selected two new Honda models available to drivers in the greater Anderson, SC area to appear in its "American-Made Index" this year. They're the 2012 Honda Accord, which took home the number three spot, and the 2012 Honda Pilot, which earned the number five spot.


Rather than simply focusing on whether or not a brand is American, Cars.com dissects specific models in compiling its "American-Made Index." Factors that are considered in ranking each vehicle include where it's produced, its volume of domestically-sourced parts, and, of course, sales.


Given the amount of attention that this latest accolade is sure to garner for each model, we here at Piedmont Honda thought we'd give you an inside look at both. Feel free to check out the specs listed below, then contact us today if you'd like to arrange a test drive at 4011 Clemson Blvd. AndersonAnderson, SC 29621.


2012 Honda Accord At a Glance

-          Assembled in Marysville, Ohio with 80 percent domestically-sourced parts
-          2.5-liter 4-cylinder or 3.5-liter V6 engine
-          Five-speed manual or automatic transmission
-          Up to 23 mpg city/34 mpg highway fuel economy rating* (4-cylinder with manual transmission)
-          Performance rated as high as 271 horsepower and 254 lb.-ft. of torque (V6 equipped)


2012 Honda Pilot At a Glance

-          Assembled in Lincoln, Alabama with 75 percent domestically-sourced parts
-          3.5-liter V6 engine
-          Five-speed automatic transmission
-          Up to 87 cubic feet of cargo volume with the seats down
-          Features seating for up to eight passengers

*Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

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