The 2017 Honda Accord Sport SE is powered by a 2.4-liter inline-4 engine with Honda's i-VTEC technology, delivering about 189 horsepower. The engine is naturally aspirated and paired with a choice of transmissions depending on configuration.
Engine specifics
Key specifications for the 2.4L i-VTEC engine used in the Sport SE are listed below.
- Engine type: 2.4-liter inline-4
- Valvetrain: i-VTEC with DOHC
- Displacement: 2.4 L
- Horsepower: 189 hp @ around 6,400 rpm
- Torque: 182 lb-ft @ around 3,900 rpm
- Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
- Transmission options: 6-speed manual or CVT, depending on market/trims
- Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
In everyday driving, the 2.4L i-VTEC engine in the Sport SE is designed to balance responsive acceleration with efficiency, delivering solid performance for a mid-size sedan of its era.
Notes on availability
For the 2017 model year, the Accord Sport SE’s engine option remained the 2.4L i-VTEC. Turbocharged powertrains were not part of the Accord lineup in most markets until the 2018 model year.
Context and lineup details
The 2017 Accord belonged to Honda’s ninth-generation lineup, with the Sport SE trim emphasizing sportier styling and features while sharing the same 2.4L engine as other non-turbo trims. The company introduced turbocharged options in the following model year, expanding the powertrain choices beyond the 2.4L naturally aspirated engine.
Summary
The 2017 Honda Accord Sport SE uses a 2.4-liter inline-4 i-VTEC engine delivering about 189 horsepower and 182 lb-ft of torque, paired with either a 6-speed manual or a CVT depending on configuration, offering a balanced blend of performance and efficiency for that model year.