1994 Honda Accord DX SEDAN 4 cylinder from North America

Summary:

Very poor, dismal, overrated garbage!! Never buy Honda!!

Faults:

Transmission failed at 50,000 miles.

Replacement transmission failed at 76,000.

2nd replacement transmission jerks and shudders.

Windows came off tracks.

Poor quality Factory stereo, cheap junk.

CV joints broke many times.

Weak air conditioner failed many times.

MAJOR RUST BUCKET, this car has more holes in it than Swiss cheese.

Poor performance and acceleration.

Engine ran horrible and would would not idle in cold weather.

Engine would not start below 20 degrees fahrenheit, dealer refuses to cover under warranty.

Brake rotors warped many times.

Sheet metal on car is to thin, like a soda can. You can almost dent it by looking at it.

Exhaust smelled like puke, rotten eggs, hot diesel, and dog crap. So much for hondas "clean for the environment image"

General Comments:

Honda's are cheap, overrated pieces of Japanese garbage. I'd rather buy a Yugo than buy honda. There was nothing good about this car. it sat in the shop more than it was on the road. I will never buy a rice burner again. If want want a reliable, fuel efficient car, get something other than Honda! GM, Ford and Chrysler will save you and your wallet a lot of heartache and pain!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 27th June, 2002

24th Mar 2006, 17:44

Are you sure this was a Honda?!

24th Mar 2006, 22:13

The truth hurts.

7th Apr 2006, 21:27

I agree with everything the reviewer said - it is absolutely true!!! My first honda was a piece of crap, and I made the mistake of replacing it with a newer honda - it too is a piece of junk (only bigger). These are cheaply built tin cans that fall apart easily and very costly to repair. Performance stinks. MPG is disappointing for 4 cylinder - my SUV gets same mpg. Very boring to drive. Over rated imported junk. Will never waste my money on these cars again.

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1994 Honda Accord EXi 2.4 petrol from Australia and New Zealand

Summary:

Nice and cheap, and an excellent car!!!

Faults:

The C.V joint case busted! Had a new ignition put in it cos the old one was stuffed from normal wear and tear!

General Comments:

I've done a lot to this car! It now is a show car and it has a full custom made jet-speed body kit and other added extra's, and it looks extremely good!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 7th February, 2002

1994 Honda Accord LX 2.2L 4 cylinder from North America

Summary:

A worry free car

Faults:

The driver's side power window motor needed to be replaced after 99,000 miles.

The driver's side power window needed the mechanicals and runners replaced at 150,000 miles.

General Comments:

Very dependable car. Always starts no matter how cold the weather may be.

Great gas mileage, still getting 30 miles per gallon after all these miles.

Have just replaced the brakes for the first time.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 20th January, 2002

1994 Honda Accord ES Auto 2.0i from UK and Ireland

Summary:

Loyal and reliable - with a touch of class

Faults:

Occasional head and brake light bulbs.

General Comments:

I have loved everything about owning this car!

It is luxurious, smooth and reliable. The novelty and pleasure of driving the 25 miles to and from work each day haven't begun to wear off!

It steadfastly refuses to develop any faults or display any signs of ageing. It still has no rattles, and the engine feels tight, new and responsive. The leather seats are wearing well, the air conditioning and ABS work superbly.

For a Japanese car, it even looks quite good, with a lovely sleek profile.

The only down sides are servicing (comparatively expensive), and fuel consumption (a little thirsty).

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 11th January, 2002

6th Oct 2002, 08:06

I agree that this car is an acceptable vehicle. The styling is good. The ride is smooth and comfortable. The size of the vehicle seems just right - not too big or too small. The power is adequate. Front visibility is extremely good with its wide windshield, while in the rear it is poor. When backing up into a parking spot, you cannot see the rear of the car and tend to crunch the bumper often, which ruins the finish on it. I have mixed feelings about the reliability of Honda's (owned 3 so far). All have exhibited the same type of problems. It always seems to start and road breakdowns are rare, but some things on the vehicle don't hold up very well. The exhaust system needs frequent replacement as it rusts out. The brakes need constant repair to keep them in good condition. Then there is the standard wheel bearings and water pump that will need replacement. The metal body panels are too thin and dent easily. You would expect a parking lot door ding to nick the paint, but on this car you will have a noticeable dimple or dent. Rust forms along the rear wheel wells eventually on all these cars.

The Honda Accord is a good vehicle, but somewhat overrated. If you're looking for a reliable vehicle to get you to and fro, it will not disappoint, however, be prepared to shell out some serious bucks when something goes wrong. Parts and some labor charges can be pricey.