2003 Honda Accord EX-L review from North America
"Overall a disappointing experience"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The engine started burning oil at 115,000 km at the rate of 1L per 800-1000 km. The car had extended warranty, but the dealer refused to do anything. They kept running consumption test (and I paid for each top up of oil) until the warranty expired. Complained to Honda Canada who never got back to me with an explanation. Very, very disappointed.
General comments?
Overall, a great car in terms of room, comfort and technology.
Poor service and ridiculous maintenance labor fees robbed the good feeling I have for this car. Never buying a Honda again.
Recommended reviews
| 2003 - Accord LX Sedan 4 cylinder. Great car minus the problems |
| 2002 - Accord DX 2.3 liter 4 cylinder A BIG disappointment, two major repairs and terrible gas mileage |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 48000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 145000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 9th August, 2009 |