WHAT'S WRONG with the Honda Accord? From Glory Days to Struggle Street!

[@zahf6484]

Accord has always been more stylish and cooler than Camry. Not at all anymore.

[@jamesseabolt5915]

Yeah I used to hate the Camry interior, but that's all changed for the new model.

[@adamsmith9636]

The Last Gen was one of the sportiest looking

[@NMelter]

I do like the more solid feel of an Accord, but then again mine is a 2012 lol. I love my v6 it’s smooth!

[@t20sgrunt36]

Always liked the Maxima more than either until they released the 6th gen and the CVT. The last gen Accord was a sharp looking car

[@elgransr]

@@NMelter the last good accord.

[@mj1234321]

When the Accord had that sweet 2 liter turbo mated to a 10 speed auto, I said the only thing that prevents it from being the ultimate moderately priced midsize sedan was lack of available AWD. Then Honda refreshes the design (same platform, more like extensive facelift than a redesign) and instead of adding AWD, they take away the best powertrain!

[@alpe6228]

I own a 2.0t accord 10 speed auto and it's an fantastic car.Very reliable and good on gas,one of the last great car made by honda.

[@ro9169]

Love my 2021 2.0

[@HalfBreedMix]

The J-series V6's were even better. You got similar power,,,,but also better reliability since it was NA.

[@ro9169]

@@HalfBreedMix yea I loved the accord v6 my 2.0 has more torque down low , my wife has a tlx v6 smoother running both great engines

[@lanaofficiel4042]

Agree with you, 💯 percent!!!! The Accord needs AWD already!!!

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

The Civic has gotten so big it’s the better option over Accord

[@pedrofernandez8729]

They're both made from the same platform. Why spend more for this?

[@fp5495]

Then you haven't sat in this generation Accord. The back seat is limo-like. Larger than any Accord before it. There is a difference, and the Accord Hybrid Sport is almost the same price as a Civic Hybrid Sport. It's a question of the amount of space you need.

[@MarkB-zt9jm]

@@fp5495I don’t care how big the backseat is that is a very unattractive car - Camry all the way not even close !

[@guitarexpert2245]

Just bought a 2022 Accord Sport 2.0t. What a great car. The new ones are ugly and slow. Honda lost it's way.

[@w.miller7282]

I have a 2012 v6 EXL accord that I bought 2 years ago with 15k miles, it now has 34k miles and it is my garage queen. It is in pristine condition and I love it.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

The Accord is extremely bland. Lack of enthusiastic drivetrains is another issue. I would choose a Civic Hybrid over this all day long.

[@raze2400]

And not having AWD is another reason, Sonata, Camry, Altima , and k5 have awd

[@zahf6484]

And package options/pricing is terrible on accord. There is not a single thing new accord did better than Camry.

[@andrewhoule7448]

I was shopping for a new sedan this year. I shopped the Accord and the 2025 Toyota Camry. The Camry looks much better and for around the same price point the Camry is optioned much better. I opted for the Toyota. And now with the recent Honda recalls I think I made the right choice buying the 2025 Toyota Camry XLE.

[@a124as]

Toyota has its own struggles and class actions

[@Cerby1979]

I’ll be honest, both automakers are having issues with reliability lately with recalls and other things but if I had to choose between the two, I’d go with Toyota.

[@BrianMoreau-y2t]

Looks like an old Ford Taurus. 🙄

[@FranticHerbs]

A crown Victoria IMO.

[@a32tl]

My dad just bought a ‘25 Accord Hybrid Touring. Honestly, it’s a very nice car. The styling is on the bland side but overall, the car is quite nice. It’s comfortable, very roomy, economical, has great tech features and is very pleasant to drive. He has no regrets buying the Accord.

[@JuliusMoore-co5hl]

Of course he has no regrets cause he just bought it. Ask him how he feels about it after 6 months to a year.

[@a32tl]

@ I don’t see his opinion changing down the road. If anything, I think he’ll like the car more and more over time. It’s been a little over a month now since he bought it and his admiration for the car keeps growing.

[@brenttitus2134]

@@JuliusMoore-co5hlJust came up on a year with our 23 Touring and still digging it. Great car in this model trim.

[@MrSupernova111]

No regrets yet! You clearly don't know much about cars!

[@Damone7653]

Surely you can't be serious.

[@lifechanging9711]

In my opinion , nobody wants a 1.5 litre 4cyl with a cvt . Honda makes a great V6 and a decent automatic transmission . Use them

[@arrowrod]

Went to Honda dealer last year. They had a $15K additional markup. Proudly displayed. I almost started shouting at the top of my lungs. But, I'm trying to reduce my profanity.

[@adamsmith9636]

I stayed away just cause of that reason

[@a32tl]

@@arrowrod The dealers in my area are definitely not asking for markup. They are discounting.

[@AbronHawkins]

Honda needs to offer AWD and bring back the 2.0 liter turbo with the 10 speed automatic and 6 speed manual

[@antoniocognato5023]

yeah i agree

[@Derek-pq3zb]

Yup. I had a leased 2018 accord sport 2.0 6 speed. Def a sleeper car. Honda claimed the take rate for the 2.0. And the manual was low. So they axed it

[@DB-be9wy]

Fewer sales due to prices. All manufacturers are struggling big time because nobody can afford new cars.

[@vascamp4854]

Food, or new car? I'm going with food and my old car.

[@stevewise1656]

Honda and Acura lost their buyers years ago. My wife and I have owned three Honda's, though the cabins were far louder than other manufacturers and tech is still way behind. The Accord is very clunky looking and without AWD, people will move to other brands.

[@baronvonjo1929]

My 2018 Fit was a pretty bad car. Just falling apart and had so many fairly major issues with water leaks or engine issues. I would never buy one again.

[@brianspivey9254]

I have owned 4 accords, 2 door and 4 door. I was excited for the new model to come out, but was very disappointed with it's style. I like my 2016 Accord Sport way better than the new ones. It would be interesting to know who is responsible for the design, perhaps they need to go in a different direction, or get left behind. Toyota Camry, is a much better looking car.

[@mike71717]

It's kinda corny to buy a car based on looks

[@SimonGonzalOS]

It's ugly and a stick of butter is more interesting and attractive

[@nyrep1]

going from one of the best looking accords to one of the worst was a horrible choice.

[@chrissimmons9969]

I had an 2020 Accord with the 2.0T engine and that car was brilliant. It was a real sleeper….why they abandoned that drivetrain is baffling. I’ve since moved on from my Accord, but the new generation is totally uninspired.

[@Blue-moon12]

The Camry and Accord have swapped places in the looks department. 10th and 9th generation looked way better.

[@swinglow33]

Front end and side view, the Accord looks nice. I don’t mind the conservative look. But the rear end needs a refresh.

[@TheLifetraveler1]

I have a 2020 hybrid accord. And I think it looks so much better than the new ones. They sell aversion of the Accord in Japan with a totally different front and back bumper, which looks fantastic. They just need to change the front and the back from looking like an old Ford Taurus.

[@joeyp1927]

Honda needs to be more aggressive in its advertising. The Accord has made Car and Drivers 10 Best a record 38 times--more than any model from any auto company, ever. That means they've been named the #1 midsize sedan 38 times. They need to put that front and center of every TV commercial or internet ad.

[@hankwnen8805]

I bought a 25 Camry because of lower price, awd, fresh new design, better mpg and more hp but a lot less torque that’s all Honda has over Camry and slightly more interior room and trunk space

[@duncanmclellan5479]

Test drove a hybrid Accord. Could not agree with your take more. It was needlessly boring and felt cheaper than the asking price. Accords used to have a spark of passion and driving engagement uncommon for the segment. Not anymore. The model peaked with the 2003-2007, IMHO, and has been searching for an identity ever since. Hope they do better with the next generation!

[@luisorozco4479]

First of all I think it's horrible. I'm looking for a new car next year, but this car is so ugly I would never buy it. 😂😂

[@forumboss2620]

You are nuts. It is a very clean design than looks good from all angles.

[@davidanderson8469]

Honda's always had sportier handling. I had a Camry rental for 4 months and it was like driving a reliable Buick.

[@MarkTurner-vs7uc]

The Camry is also junk now. The new ones all run on batteries.

[@danichicago9140]

Every single Cab company runs Toyota "Battery" vehicles. These things idle and drive 24 7. Not exactly what one would call junk

[@g.g.2620]

Needs: reduced MSRP, AWD, exterior redesign, additional gasoline models, bigger engine, V6 option, coupe comeback, and DUAL INJECTION. Bring all that back and I’d buy one tomorrow.

[@irvingcordova1085]

I have a 98 accord still runs and drives strong 420000 miles

[@Antonio-op6iw]

Previous model looks much better. This one is kinda bland.

[@gb23a]

The newest generation of the Honda Accord definitely looks like a retirees car. The last generation was quite sporty

[@BigredGT-pm5lm]

Horrible redesign for the current model. Decline in quality. Terrible CVT transmission. Honda screwed this up big time 😂😂😂

[@sportsMike87]

People want better looking vehicles. Just because it's a family sedan doesn't mean it has to be bland.

[@tatyanashtessel1149]

The issue is not the absence of AWD but a bad 1.5 litter engine that keeps potential buyers away.

[@squirreldriver]

The Civic is all the sedan many people need.

[@tomhockman6267]

The Accord 11th gen doesn't win any design awards, but it still drives fun. My EX-L gets 50 mpg in the summer months and is always fun to drive. Production has also been slowed by factory retooling in Marysville, Ohio. A style refresh in 2026 would be a great boost if Honda takes the opportunity to do it.

[@hitechburg]

A naturally aspirated V6 is a great engine, CVTs are terrible.

[@HalfBreedMix]

J-series baby!!! Love my V6's. Hope the CAFE numbers were worth it Honda👎😑

[@dontelindsey5846]

Wow that those current numbers are what Chrysler used to sell not that many years ago.

[@TheKingkingg]

Nothing is wrong with Accord dude! Problem is any reliability on Honda/Acura has to do with made in America by Americans which cost so much labour and less passion on fit and finish because unions promote laziness and rewards laziness. All what you say is not true.

[@zahf6484]

Wrong 😂 Camry is American as hell and that’s the car dominating the accord. And how do you explain people buying so many American made civics and CRVs instead? Your logic doesn’t make sense.

[@Blue-moon12]

This car is a snooze fest

[@michaelfoulkes9502]

Honda employees are not unionized.

[@67keyakaren68]

sakes have dropped 60% since 2014

[@Grayfox_908]

Honda was my favorite. Now the removal of 2.0 turbo and AWD just leave me confused.

[@jwuhome]

Just fire the designer and do an emergency refresh. Its just too awful to look at.

[@silkhead44]

Honda is trying to go upscale in price...big mistake...the new Accord is the beige of mid sized sedans now

[@pedrofernandez8729]

Perhaps the crappy CVT has something to do with its lack of sales.

[@ndyoutv]

What? The 2010 Ford Taurus with an accord badge is not turning heads? Shocked! Shocked I tell you.

[@WIED66]

I'll take one!

[@trixie9867]

the new accord looks huge - like a beached whale

[@jasperdilincoln2341]

😄

[@matthewt3586]

Camry is too edgy and it's interior is trash. I love my 2024 Accord Hybrid EXL.

[@saranrathakrish8468]

Should the accord be discontinued like the Nissan Altima or Subaru legacy

[@rgg7150]

My wife and I were in the market for a sedan, she liked the accord. But what kill the deal for me was the CVT transmission that's all Honda offers on their 2025 Honda accord. We ended up getting a 2024 Toyota Camry.

[@emmanuelkfrempong3290]

The front end design puts me off

[@4evasmooth]

Definitely a step back design wise from the previous model which I still think is the best looking accord Honda ever made. Honda's conservative and arguably boring styling makes buyers want to consider other options

[@mm-xe9oh]

accords always look better in person rather than photo or screens

[@springertube]

You hit the nail on the head regarding the all-wheel drive. However, it also took Toyota multiple generations of the Camry to get to that conclusion finally,...but at least it did. Their approach, like the Accord with its extremely sparse mid-cycle updates over the years, was that that they could sell every Camry just the way it was--so why put the added investment into the car? Gorgeous body color, but needs a two-tone interior to reduce the dour quotient. Perhaps a small thing, but indicative of just about everybody's mindset out there, don't the manufacturers know only one back seat pocket looks really chintzy?.... I e, exactly what it is. Smacks of a bit too transparent cost cutting. I'm actually kind of a fan of the styling, as conservative as it is - very Volkswagen / Audi in that regard... at least isn't of the Origami School of Design like so many others. Edit: re the design. I have long thought that the Accord could use a sportback/sportwagon - "shooting brake" approach to refreshen the line. Decades ago, they had that kind of body style, but alas not for North American consumption, called the "Aerodeck." At the time, it was sort of a "super Civic Si" in style, and at a quick glance from a distance could be mistaken for.

[@tg_ny]

Having owned three different generation Accords and the current owner of a 2018, this one has been the worst. First, Honda is now using some sort of plastic tabs on the body panels, and the panels, particularly the front bumper and front quarter panels, will just pop out. You have to push the body panel back in with your knee. So they lose points for body integrity. This was never a problem in the past with Accords. Second, the car has some wierd suspension system, and eats through tires more rapidly, even having had alignments done a number of times. Third, the front impact collision radar will have the car slam on the brakes if a car has moved into a right hand exit lane and applied its brakes, even when that car is not in front of you. Fourth, the front end styling is a bit homely. Fifth, the car is actually too big. It’s hard to park in standard parking spaces. The eighth gen Accord was a good size. If I went for another Honda sedan, I would choose a Civic, because it is smaller. On the plus side, with a Touring turbo four cylinder, the car gets really good gas mileage and has been mechanically very reliable. The car has more power than it needs. Kia and Toyota are selling more cars because you can get them without CVTs. I really like the new CR-V but don’t want a CVT. Honda should study the Kia Seltos. The price point, vehicle size, features included at different trim levels, colors, styling. It is the first Kia I am considering getting. They are selling like crazy in my area, far more than the CR-V. Also, if you are goint to have black or dark grey wheels on a vehicle, also offer a silver option. Some of us find dark and dark grey wheels depressing.

[@billtshudy3653]

I have a '21 Touring, styling and performance so much better than this new model. Honda really missed the mark on this design. SAD

[@paulhenry913]

I purchased a 23 hybrid sport. I just ended up selling it but I thought is was well engineered especially in hybrid format. My problem was the seating was uncomfortable after a while especially the passenger side that had no height adjustment. So passengers are basically sitting on the floor. Lack of amenities - no rear vents, no xm radio. The ride is firm and the 19 inch rims are curb feelers. It's got a little to much road noise. Throw in no AWD and I did feel it was something I could live with long term.

[@Onnitfan1]

it's goofy looking

[@silver33]

The accord got uglier through out the years. The older models were nicer.

[@NathanBrooks-x1c]

I think you left out one problem its transmission a cvt.

[@johnregal5098]

#1 Thing that is wrong with the new Accord - No 6-speed Manual trans! #2 Turbo Charger with a small tiny engine.

[@ravisriram6746]

People may disagree but, for me, it was downhill for the Honda Accord after the 2006-2007 model years. They took a perfectly nice-looking car and ruined it.

[@djfelon4life]

If they put the V6 back in the accord I would buy it.

[@michaellyons5663]

The accord is the worst looking car in its segment just look at it.

[@CharlesCurran-m9p]

In my experience you’d be hard to get a Honda dealer to budge off MSRP. Some are still slapping on thousands in useless dealer options.

[@peterkalos6271]

You forgot getting rid of the beloved 2.0 turbo motor! As a 10th gen accord owner…they 11th gen was a travesty

[@kennethward4985]

I had planned to trade my Toyota for a new Accord for my retirement car. Then was quickly disgusted to find 1.5L engines, hell even the Civic has a 2.0L. But they both have CVTs and I want none of that. So now looking at the Mazda3 with real 2.5L engine and actual 6 speed trans. Both well tested in many Mazda vehicles. A damn shame none of the new cars come with a CD player, obviously the Juice want us all paying $100. a month for life for a music service we don't want.

[@xiondFirst]

Accord used to be awesome. But Civic is way better. Interior is alright but the exterior isn't that great. Accord isn't special anymore it doesn't have AWD. Civic is cannabalizing Accord.

[@jamesseabolt5915]

The rear end looks like a Lincoln SUV model. Front and sides look meh! They didn't offer AWD and staion wagon equivelent like Subaru's. I got a new Soltera. (yeah I know it's not a wagon). Lol Great review as always!

[@brianbollan7069]

I have the 2024, my third Honda Accord over the years. Granted the styling took a while to grow on me, but I like to drive a car, and an SUV just wasn't doing it for me even though there were 2 SUV's out there that I liked.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

Just curious if you are in the Vancouver, WA area? I noticed when you were on the computer it showed it. Just curious as I am too.

[@danrock4728]

Honda is not listening to customers. I have always owned Hondas. When it was time to retire my old car, They offered me an accord with a 1.5 Turbo mated to a CVT. No thanks. I do not want a turbo and I don’t want a cvt. The hybrid is too expensive. Only option for me was a Camry.

[@jmartinez9332]

They removed all the personality from the previous model. They removed the chrome from the bumper and now just looks like a jelly bean where it's all blending into one color very boring.

[@Salazar824]

My 2018 Accord sport is fenomenal.

[@preoksaha4504]

The accord always punched above its weight class. Hell the 2017 2.0T was faster than a 3 series 2.0T at the time! I like the interior of the new one but the engine 💀

[@passionnotparked9099]

Accord became a Kia...bad idea.

[@SimirJohnson]

Other than the plain-jane front end, the styling does not bother me although it seems like Honda is playing it far too safe. What really turned me off from looking at the hybrid Accord was no spare tire in the trunk. Instead they give you a can of Fix-A-Flat and an air pump. No thanks.

[@brenttitus2134]

Industry insider that has an excellent track record has said, Honda is discontinuing the Accord. This will be the last gen. Which makes sense. It does not have the appeal or sells well like it use to and, Honda is focused on SUV’s. That is their bread and butter now. Especially with the CR-V smashing the Accord. Honda handed Toyota the Camry easily.

[@6844376]

Bland interior, sideview looks like a Malibu, no manual and overpriced.. case closed!

[@Trohn6969]

Why buy an accord when you can get a civic hatchback touring for same price as base accord.

[@Trance786]

I got picked up by an Uber that had a 2024 Accord and it sounded bad in the rear like it needed new tires or something but It’s hard to explain but it felt really cheap inside besides the noise coming from the tires.

[@mrpoohbearlvr]

When the Accorrd stopped having pop up headlights..... I lost interest in them! Rather get an older Civic HB, or older Camry

[@wny9521]

are civic sales up and taking away from Accord?

[@a32tl]

@@wny9521 Yes. Civic is selling great.

[@jamesh1641]

Rolling birth control. Buy it for your teens.

[@n2ufc1]

The car front looks too much like the Ford Taurus. Proud owner of a 17 Sport. I’ll keep it even when I decide to buy a XSE Camry

[@adamsmith9636]

Remember the 2010 ( i think ) civic and how bad it looked and they fixed that right away maybe they can do that to this Accord .

[@jedknutson8373]

2012

[@johnsradios484]

People love their SUV and Pickups. Why pay 10 to 15 k more for a SUV you don’t really need. As for the price point it’s the same as a Camry. However AWD in my area would be nice and help. The 1.5 T with the oil issue hurts the brand. My 2023 Accord Ex is wonderful. But my next car would be a Hybrid w AWD.

[@morganbeever8725]

Set yourself apart and sell the wagon in the USA. People want utility. I'd buy one.

[@TheCosmic64]

I have a 2016 accord V6 …and this is deff going backwards …might be my last accord unless honda does better with engine and style …dont want to leave honda but dont want a 4 cyl or hybrid car

[@Venomoustoxins2122]

Since i like na engines my next new car is the nissan xterra coming in 2026 with 3.8l v6

[@HiFiInsider]

the new accord is HUGE and now very unreliable

[@RayRayWasAGoodBoy]

As a life long honda fan, still rocking my 09 RL, honda has lost their identity. The special models are no longer exciting, the daily drivers are just appliances now, no soul whatsoever. Hyundai imo has taken over Hondas role from the 90s. Hard to imagine myself getting another Honda Acura product after my RL dies (hopefully never)

[@charleshill3789]

I think the bland or plain styling was Honda just resetting the look for upgrades over the next years, but they may have went too far and lost Accord enthusiast.

[@HEARTDARKNESS1]

high price with very low equipments and options

[@williammccallum1550]

Accord is 37k. Kia K5 is 21K.

[@mike71717]

Kia has crap engines Yes Accord is way overpriced

[@eze2190]

The same team that designed the 2 X 4 also designed the Accord. Truly ugly as a mud fence.

[@WestUCoog]

They made it lower and hard to get into the back seat. No wonder people are buying SUVs.

[@Evilryu4005]

The things are very expensive as well every single year prices go up and up and the insurance that another issue by its self

[@wlonsdale1]

I'll keep my 2012 accord.

[@randallhall7355]

Sorry I don't see too many Accords on rental car lots. Camrys there in all colors!

[@thewiseguy3529]

The Honda Insight looks way cooler

[@cluc2000]

This generation accord is ugly. I bought a Camry instead

[@Nemura12]

Bad design and not sporty anymore. For some reason, they decided to drop the 2.0T that was very good and reliable. Honda keep making a lot of mistakes.