Overview & Reviews

Few vehicles from overseas manufacturers have garnered as much respect in North America as the Honda Accord. It hasn't achieved this status by being glamorous, sexy or thrilling. Instead, Honda just seems to have its finger on the pulse of what Americans value most. Take an Accord for a spin and you'll find it to be comfortable, roomy, intelligently engineered and easy to drive. It's also backed by strong resale value and a solid reputation for reliability.

You'll find that certain competing sedans and coupes are quicker, more prestigious or simply less expensive than the Accord. What's special about the Honda Accord, though, is its completeness. It scores well across a broader range of categories than practically any family-friendly sedan or coupe on the market. When examined from this holistic standpoint, it's easy to see why the Accord has become an automotive icon and remains one of our editors' top recommendations.

User Reviews:

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  The whole ball of wax - 2004 Honda Accord
  By Kevin A. Smith - November 22 - 10:00 am

  Although there was a irritating rattle in the drivers door for the first month I owned the car (loose molding clip), I am very pleased with my new, and first, Honda. It has a comfortable, quiet ride. Theres plenty of room for myself, my wife, baby and all the baby "luggage". I like the trunk lid design. It is nice being able to slide things into the trunk rather than having to lift and manipulate them into the trunk. Theres also sufficient power when passing or merging into traffic. The only annoying thing about it is that there isnt daytime running/auto on- off headlights.

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  2000 Accord LX 4dr sedan - 2000 Honda Accord
  By 2000 Accord LX 4dr - November 21 - 12:26 pm

  4 cyl engine with 5 sp manual transmission. Purchased from dealer as a service loaner vehicle with 8K miles. Now at 106K miles with absolutely no problems in 7 years of ownership. My second Accord, this one is just as reliable as my 83 was. Reliably gets 35 mpg on highway. No service visits until 105K when timing belt/water pump are scheduled for replacement. I would very highly recommend these cars to others.

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  Sink the boat of GM - 2006 Honda Accord
  By Goodbye, GM!!! - November 20 - 12:33 pm

  Ive owned GM cars for 15 years & never once thought of owning a Honda. After big problems with the LeSabre & the Lacrosse, it was time for a change. The Accord was just the answer I was looking for. Smooth ride and quietness makes the high marks of this car. A little road noise is present, but not a bother. Will keep this car for long time.

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  My Honda - 1992 Honda Accord
  By Crunch77 - November 20 - 2:00 am

  My family bought our 92 Accord DX Coupe new in the fall of 91, and it is still one of the best decisions my family has ever made. Even with 195k miles, it still runs like it has every bit the power it originally had. The engine has absolutely no mechanical problems, and maintenance has only been routine. Ive told myself that I can get 400k miles out of it, and I think I can do it. I love this car.

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  GREAT CAR... - 2006 Honda Accord
  By Kimmi - November 19 - 1:12 pm

  2006 Honda Accord Cpe in January fully loaded (leather, Navi) with 26,000 miles on it. I did have a 2005 Civic before drove that one for 180,000 miles never in the shop accept for oil changes, and still going. I love the Accord it is quick and reliable. I now have 53,000 miles on it and I have never had an issue it drives like it is brand new. 2 things: better paint. It chips easy and does not look appealing. Better leather, not too bad and mine still looks Nice but I clean it with Lexol every 2 months. Best navi. It pin points down to the exact point of turn and finds the best routes to bring me everywhere. Recommend the car to anyone I am a Honda girl for life.

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  8K review - 2008 Honda Accord
  By Marlon Ramirez - November 19 - 11:53 am

  Bought my Accord back in May of 2008. So far I get 28-29 MPG in mixed driving. The interior quality is OK, my 1999 Accord EX had a better comfort level on the seats. The dashboard is very well lit, but the stereo system is horrible, it seems to have too much bass when set at zero. Road noise is also bad, my Accord does not have a noise damper on the hood like my old Accord had. Whenever the car is cold, the brakes always make noise, after it has warmed up, it goes away. For some reason, when I use the windshield defroster, I hear the Air conditioner motor on (Dont think thats normal at all). As with other threads Ive read, yes, the Accord should come with a semi auto and projector lights.

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  Good economy choice - 1994 Honda Accord
  By zaum88 - November 18 - 8:38 pm

  I bought this car as a commuter car. Its essentially a nicely styled economy car. The 4 cylinder VTEC is decent in power (compared to other 4 cylinders from this era), but its no racecar (as many people like to drive these like one). The interior isnt all that comfortable. The controls are well laid out, with a huge backseat as far as coupes go. The interior benefits from this generations extra width Ive owned an 89 Accord LX-i in the past and this comes across as quite spacious in comparison. Large trunk, well laid out engine compartment. Good mileage (I get around 28 but I drive mostly highway), fairly reliable. Rusts like crazy so keep the body clean.

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  Honda needs to learn from the Europeans - 2005 Honda Accord
  By Buyers Remorse - November 18 - 7:23 pm

  Ive had 4 Hondas over the years, and several European makes. I purchased this car this week, and in the first 400 miles I realize this was a mistake. While Honda manufactures wonderful engines and transmissions, and are generally user-friendly, the steering and suspension are COMPLETE DISAPPOINTMENTS. The car drives like a rollerskate, fights changes in direction, rebounds off any inperfections in the road, cannot track around bends to save itself, and has a completely unacceptable amount of road noise resonating in the cabin. I drive 100 miles a day, and this car makes me tired with steering corrections and road noise. This car is pointed in directions - it doesnt "handle" at all.

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  great compromise - 2005 Honda Accord
  By mrmiles - November 18 - 5:53 am

  This car has been a great compromise between mileage and power. I drive 600+ miles per week, and the average 40% improvement in mileage over my previous sedan is significant, particularly considering the HAH has 10 more hp. Factor in that the HAH takes regular gas, not premium, and I am very happy with the economics of the change. Ive had a few design/build quality issues, but nothing significant. If youre looking for amazing mileage, go with the Civic or Prius. If you like to get good mileage and still have considerable muscle to flex, this is a great choice.

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  Forget the Toyota Camry - 2006 Honda Accord
  By Carlo Montalvan - November 17 - 5:23 pm

  I purchased four Hondas in the past five years and this Accord it is one of the best. I did a lot of research between the 06 Camry LE and the Honda Accord SE. The thing I never like about Toyota it is their interior design and the fact that you must pay extra for safety features like Curtains Air Bags (standar even in the Accords cheapest model) Also, my wife calls the Camry an eldest peoples car (meaning the design it is not appealing to her) Also you will get more horse power and more torque. Excellent performance while driving. The Accord SE interior makes the Camry looks like an old Yugo. I got a bad back and the support on the seat is great.