Overview & Reviews

Honda takes a bold leap for 2005 with the introduction of the Hybrid Accord. Rather than add a hybrid motor to its four-cylinder, Honda bolts its third-generation IMA system to the Accord's already-potent V6. In one fell swoop the Accord hybrid has become the class leader in fuel economy (30 city, 38 highway) and power (255 horsepower). Other changes for the 2005 Honda Accord this year include new wheel cover designs for the LX and EX trims, a new coin pocket design, illuminated steering wheel controls and improved rear styling in sedans with redesigned taillamps. In addition, front-seat side airbags and full-length head curtain airbags are now available on all trim levels all the way down to the base DX model.

Read our Honda Accord Hybrid Long-Term 20,000-Mile Test

• Roomy and stylish interior, tight build quality, smooth ride, powerful and efficient hybrid model, good crash test scores.

• Tepid handling, brakes should be more powerful.

User Reviews:

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  john henry - 2005 Honda Accord
  By john henry - July 27 - 2:36 pm

  Tough decison: Accord vs. Subaru Legacy. I won! I chose the Accord Coupe, EX V-6 coupe. What a car! One word: graceful! OK, two words, comfort too. Beats out my past cars: Volvo, Mini-Cooper, VW Jetta, MGB and Ford Explorer. Gotta be best car under $30,000. Very pleased buying this car. I love this car!

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  Great Value for the Money - 2005 Honda Accord
  By deb - July 26 - 10:13 pm

  Just came off lease from a Volvo S60 and decided to get an Accord. This car was about $7000 less than the Volvo, and came with more features, more power, and a much smoother ride. Also has a roomier interior. Overall, a great deal for the $$. If you can afford it, go for a V-6 model. Has less road noise than the 4-Cyl model. Also, the EX has some nice luxury features. Love the car!!!

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  Battery Died -Towed Twice in One Day - 2005 Honda Accord
  By BAC - July 20 - 6:35 pm

  Only have 16,000 on this baby, owned under 3 yrs. and I was shocked when my battery died on a very hot day. My shop says it happens! He also said the breaks are fine, just noisy pads (after 10,000 noticed a slight squeal). Still like the car for what I paid under $18,000 everything included Cash. Nobody is perfect. Must last 10 yrs.

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  Follow up review - 2005 Honda Accord
  By cal_cal - July 20 - 4:13 pm

  I wrote a review earlier when I first bought it. Now it is 3 months since I owned it. The car gives me 29 mpg in city and 33.5 mpg in highway driving between 70 and 85 MPH. While the fuel efficiency is great, the more important is that the ride is great and the interiors are well done. The car is still very smooth and a joy to ride. I still love washing it and keeping it shiny sparkly.

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  Accord Review - 2005 Honda Accord
  By Alejandro - July 5 - 2:33 am

  One of the best cars on the road. Can not say anything bad about it. Smooth fast fun and reliable at the same time

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  Great v6 - 2005 Honda Accord
  By RAZ - July 2 - 3:25 pm

  I retired my 1993 Accord with over 400,000 miles on it, (head gasket blown), and went with this v6. I travel 70% highway 70 mph ( I am not gunning it ever) and getting 27 mpg. A recent hwy trip 34 mpg at 70 mph. It gets better gas mileage than my 4cly 93! Go figure? Great power when needed. No problems yet, 66,000 miles on the car. Leather is very comfortable, radio 6-cd great!

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  4 cyl is plenty - 2005 Honda Accord
  By Mike - June 29 - 2:00 pm

  The 4 cyl has a surprising amount of power. I came from a 6 cyl Jeep and this car still does not seem sluggish. It is much quicker than any other 4 cyl that I have owned. It is not as fast as the Altima, but gets superior fuel economy. The interior quality is great and the stereo and climate controls are easy to use. Sunroof controls are in an odd place (to the left of the steering wheel, and too low) but it leaves room for a sunglasses holder on the ceiling in front of the sunroof. This car is very roomy in front. Not quite as much room in the back as the Altima, but still good. Head room with the sunroof is still adequate for the tall (65") as long as the seat is not raised.

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  Great Car!! - 2005 Honda Accord
  By Andy in Indy - June 29 - 11:10 am

  This is my 4th Accord, and the best yet. Just got it on Friday....dark red with gray interior. The extra horses in the V6 compared to the prior model is really noticeable. Great interior features.

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  Hesitation when accelerating - 2005 Honda Accord
  By DianeO - June 27 - 3:29 pm

  This car is just okay. My Toyota Sienna had better & more features, but I no longer needed a van. The worst thing about this V6 Accord is the acceleration. When I press on the gas, I expect a car to go. But just when I need to accelerate to get into a tight spot on the freeway and I "punch it", it hesitates. That hesitation has caused many near misses.

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  Nice Car - 2005 Honda Accord
  By pauldan - June 26 - 9:46 pm

  went from truck to this car,ride is great,acceleration is super Most fun Ive had driving in years. Front seat heater switches should be moved, always being put on accidently Thats my only complaint. Great car