2008 Honda Accord EX review from North America
"A beautiful machine that is sporty, yet economical"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
Honda redesigned the Accord for 2008. The car is more aggressive looking than the previous model. It definitely stands out in a crowd.
The fit and finish of the vehicle are excellent. The doors close very quietly and smoothly.
The 2.4 liter engine is rated at 190 hp. It is very smooth and has the power to get up and go when it is needed. The 5 speed automatic shifts very smoothly.
The car also came with a ground effects package from the factory. Most people find it hard to believe that option came from the factory.
The car handles like a high performance sports car. It takes tight curves at higher speeds with ease.
Fuel economy is fairly good. I typically get 30-32 on the highway and 27-28 in town.
The only complaint so far are the front seats. They are designed for longevity, thus are as hard as a rock and not very comfortable. The lumbar support is not adjustable and the headrests are permanently affixed forward.
I will probably keep the car. I'll just have to be creative with seat cushions.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2008 |
| Year of manufacture | 2008 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 Liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 2 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9200 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Monte Carlo |
| Date of Entry | 4th November, 2008 |