Honda Accord (2010 and older) Midsize | Compact
Honda Accord (2010 and older) Midsize | Compact
[Feb 11, 2002]
lamoses
Model Reviewed:
accord ex v6 sedan
Strength:
silky smooth & powerful v6 loaded w/ features including power everything, in dash 6 cd player, leather,moonroof, climate control & alloy wheels
Weakness:
kind of boring i love this car. we also have a 1991 accord se so i was looking for a reason NOT to buy another honda....i could not best overall value/bang per buck v6 is silky smooth and plenty powerful compared to our old 4 cylinder and car is loaded w/ everything. dealers around here were terrific and we could not be happier Similar Products Used: ''91 accord se currently w/ 125k miles and going strong |
[Feb 07, 2002]
cokane
Model Reviewed:
/Coupe EX-L
Strength:
looks pretty good inside and out, expecially for the coupe pretty comfortable pretty quiet interior material is good, and it''s built pretty tight. handling is good, give a nice road feedback and the tightness is just right. in-dash 6cd changer, a really nice feature. nice trunk space.
Weakness:
not enough power, but oh well, it''s a 4 cylinder and it has only 150 hp. a few rattle, kinda annoying, but it''s american made, so it''s understandable. brakes lacks a good feeling of pressure, so it gets a little tired for ur feet after a while. moonroof doesn''t go all the way back. stock tires suck, but it''s expected. CAUTION !!! VIRATION BEYOND 60MPH, this problem is really getting on my nerves, it started happening 1 week after i bought it, at first it happens only somtimes, but ever since i took it on the track for some road test, it''s been viration all time, sometimes the vibration gets really bad, it goes through your arms on the steering wheel then through ur whole body, it''s REALLY annoying. i went to my dealer twice but both times they told me there was nothing wrong, but i''m sure there''s something wrong because my friend has a 2000 EX coupe and it DOESN''T vibrate. i talked to the manager today and he told me to bring the car in on friday so hopefully they''ll get it fixed. El Cerrito Honda, if u got the car from there and ur experiencing the same problem, don''t even waste ur time talking to those service ppl, go straight to the manager, that might get u som the car is overall a pretty good car, useful and reliable. but at some points it''s not what i expected. Similar Products Used: 2000 Toyota Celica GTS 6-Speed 1998 Infiniti I30 2001 MB S500 2001 BMW 330i (i''m gonna buy one, fa sho!) |
[Feb 07, 2002]
James
Model Reviewed:
Accord LX
Strength:
They last and last with little maintenance. Very powerful for a 4 cylinder. Last upto 450,000-500,000 miles is not uncommon for Honda Accord. 300,000miles in the past 11 years and still going strong. Still almost runs like new despite abusing it by hauling concrete and lumber. I only tuneup at 100,000miles instead of the manufacturer recommended every 30,0000 miles. With Honda, they easily last up to 450,000 miles, that''s why they have high resale value cuz they LAST a long time. Great piece of "Rolex" automobile engineering. |
[Feb 06, 2002]
JWD
Strength:
good looking smooth and powerful engine
Weakness:
auto transmission. Go get a 5sp if you want to buy honda I don''t know why there are so many accord on the road, and I surely was stupid enough to join them. Bought a 01 Lx auto about a year ago, and the car runs ok without major problem, except for the transmission. For some reason, the car is kind of indecisive to shift gear when you want to recover speed at lower range (0-15 mph). Gear shifts are not that smooth. I read some bad stories about Honda''s auto transmission -- seems my car is right in this group. I thought I could keep an Accord for long before I bought this car, but now plan to sell it when the warranty is over. Similar Products Used: Mazda 626 87'' 5-spd. Corolla 91 auto. Both cars were great. My Corolla (130K km)is still in perfect running condition. Much smoother than accord |
[Jan 27, 2002]
phacharawut
Strength:
fast enough, stable, spatial and reasonable cost/benefit ratio
Weakness:
Can get noisy when accelerated over 75 mph Impressive acceleration, it is quiet under 75 mph. Over 75 mph, I can hear windy noise from the outside, which I did not hear at all when I tried Pontiac Grand Prix. The cabin is spatial enough for 4 full-grown adults. Similar Products Used: BMW 525i, Toyota Corolla/Corona, Mercedes 300D |
[Jan 25, 2002]
oscar1975
Model Reviewed:
Accord V6 coupe
Strength:
Sufficient power Great breaks and handling Awesome looks Very quiet under 80mph Very smooth over 80mph confortable front seats Good ergonomics Good gas mileage It holds its resale value
Weakness:
Manual transmission "slows it down" Back seat needs more room This car is awesome, I''ve had it for 1 year without any problems. American cars don''t even come close in quality, handling, looks etc. etc. If you can, avoid the 4 cyl. engine. Hopefully when they redesign it they think of a manual transmission instead of the automatic. Similar Products Used: 95 Accord 86 Accord 92 Sentra 2000 Avenger 91 Mustang |
[Jan 23, 2002]
cthjhome
Model Reviewed:
Accord EX Wagon
Strength:
reliability, appearance considering age/miles, cargo room, smooth ride
Weakness:
road noise, passenger leg room, underpowered engine (4-cylinder), stereo, uncomfortable cloth seats This car has been solid. No major repairs, and I know I could drive cross-country tommorrow at 95,000 miles with no worries. The 4 cylinder is a little underpowered and I wish it was a bit more quiet, but for the money, you can''''t beat the reliability and smooth ride. The few fairly minor repairs that have been necessary thus far are: a new power antenna at 60,000; a new CD player within 3 years; a new sending unit for my gas tank at 90,000; a broken seal that caused the car to leak antifreeze; and a replaced CV joint. At 6 feet, I wish I could stretch my legs out a little more when I am sitting in the front passenger seat. Also, I have noticed that I have to turn the rotors and replace brake pads often - but it is probably my driving. Similar Products Used: 1986 Accord LXI Hatchback, 1992 Acura Vigor, 1987 Pontiac Grand Am |
[Jan 22, 2002]
John
Model Reviewed:
Accord EX
Strength:
Low Mantinence Great Gas milege Handles Great
Weakness:
Very low to the ground..hard to get out of..yes I am getting older!!! Had to replace automatic antenna only This was my dads car which he purchased new after he retired. The car only has 44000 miles on it, but I am driving it now. This car is the best car I have ever had, and I have been driving for 30 years. This car was never in a garage and does not have one spot of rust. In cold and snow it starts up at first try. My father always had oil changed every 3000 miles. That is the only thing that he had to do with this car. It handles great and runs fast for a 4cyl. I traded in my own 1991 Accord EX coupe for a 1999 Passport, which was the worst mistake I could have made. It has been in the shop more than I can drive it, so I use the 1991 Honda. Do not EVER get a Passport(JUNK). My next new car will be a Honda Accord after I have to give the Honda back to my mom. Similar Products Used: 1991 Honda EX coupe, 300 ZX, Ford Mustang |
[Jan 22, 2002]
Tonya
Strength:
The whole package is great!
Weakness:
Wind noise...please do something about the wind noise. This is the best car I''ve ever had. I got rid of grand cherokee limited V8 to lease this care. After almost 3 years, there have been no problems, at all! I can''t stress enough to my family and friends the reliability of this vehicle. I definitely get another on...this time i''m going to buy it! Similar Products Used: grand am vw fox (great care, also) jeep grand cherokee limited |
[Jan 21, 2002]
rpavlik
Model Reviewed:
EX (200 hp V6)
Strength:
QUALITY and reliability Great performance in all categories Value (Price, no repairs, resale value)
Weakness:
Needs 1 more inch of headroom Steering wheel should go up 1-2 more inches QUALITY. The US brands (I''ve owned GM, Ford and Chrysler) don''t even come close, no matter what hype they publicize. Quality is exceptional. Not ONE thing has gone wrong with the car in 3 yrs! As a hot rod owner, this car is B+ in every category and is on Car & Driver''s "Top 10" list for the 12th year in a row. If Honda can make the next wersion with 40 more hp and a little more room (I''m 6'' 3"), I''m buying it! Similar Products Used: Pontiac Grand Am Ford Taurus SHO Lincoln Continental |