I love this review. Not because it may or may not be harsh but because the issues addressed are real every day driver issues. Who's going to look for a trunk handle on a test drive? Who's going to bother with a passenger seat height adjustment? This is what video reviews are meant for. Great job!
+Chris McManus My thoughts exactly. I bought a 16 EX Sedan 6MT 6 weeks ago and already can't live without Lane Watch. His argument of having to check 3 areas means he doesn't understand what it is. With Lane Watch, there's really no reason for the side view mirror because the camera shows you everything it does and more.
+Trevor Thayer Yes exactly, it has an ultra wide view too , so provides clear sight lines of outbound lanes merging inbound, where you might want to merge right to take the next exit. This is the huge strength of the system vs blind spot monitoring systems. Also, for inner city the cameras allow you to see cyclists and pedestrians which are lifesavers that blind spot monitoring won't do diddly squat. Further, a lot of the cheaper cars have cheap electronics in their blind spot monitoring systems which produce false alarms. No need to worry about any of that.... at all.
+Chris McManus Everyone is different . Not everyone is gonna like the same thing whats wrong with you people he dont like it dont fucking like it get over it. I understand where he is coming from
Chris McManus Blind spot indicators provide more situational awareness than Lane Watch. When driving on the highway in the rain at night blind spot indicators allow the driver to know what's on BOTH sides in an instant. I have my mirrors adjusted so I have no blind spots but still find the indicators useful. If I see an orange light out of the corner of my eye then be careful. With Lane Watch the camera has to be activated before any information is provided. And it provides no info on the driver's side.
all in all, i think honda deliberately made some flaw for this 2016 honda accord because they don't want to make the car that perfect. don't forget they still have acura line up. if the accord is already so damn perfect such as come with height adjustment for passenger and ventilated seats etc, then nobody will want to buy acura.
This is one of the first guys who you could tell spent some time with this car. I like the Accord, and he gave me reason not to go with the larger wheels and tires that I didn’t think of, besides being popular with thieves!
The pros and cons everyone pointed out are valid IMO. I've been driving Hondas ever since we bought our first one in 1994. It has never been a comfortable ride as compares to Toyota Camry or as plush as the Camry but the one thing I do know is that Honda is overall more reliable. Honda handles better and make more efficient engines. I've had friends who have had Toyotas and because of the more plush interiors in the Toyotas, they costs more. I've always said-Honda man needs to get together with Toyota woman one night in a hotel and have a few cocktails. 9mos later, BOOM! The perfect car. I would call it Hoyota or Camda...I would be waiting in line to get one.
I have the 2016 Accord Touring and I love it. The only thing I find not too useful is the driver's side wide angle vertical mirror strip on the outer edge of the mirror. A circular fish eye mirror is much more useful for checking the blind spot.
Do you realize you spent 70% of your review complaining? Not a quality review because of the continuous complaining and silly nit-picking. Yes, no car is perfect but your job is to provide the viewer with an in-depth review of the vehicle and not your personal opinions (or what your wife likes in a car, for that matter). Do everyone a favor and edit out your out-takes, you are not a big time celebrity in which the audience cares to see your mistakes. Terrible presentation. I will look to others for auto reviews.
Good review with good details. I've test driven 2016 Honda Accord V6 Touring last month and loved the power and comfort of that car; I've owned Accord for years. Then I wanted to check out what all the buzz is about regarding Subaru. I went to a nearby Subaru dealership about three weeks ago and tried 2016 Legacy. Oh boy, the minute you sit in that car and start moving you realize this is a different Japanese car. It feels like a German car made by Japanese. I've done extensive research about Legacy and purchased 3.6R Limited Legacy and love it. I think people should consider Subaru and think out of the Camry and Honda box. I still think Accord is a great car but you can't beat AWD, reliability, comfort and solidity of Subaru Legacy.
Excellent review! Wasn't just 9 minutes of reciting things you can read on the sticker. Nice opinions and insights for folks who are actually considering buying the car like me
I purchased a V6 Honda Accord Coupe with a 6-speed manual approximately 5 months ago. On the highway I'm getting 32 m.p.g traveling 70 m.p.h. Combined driving, I'm attaining 27.5-28 m.p.g., consistently. Of course, this is driving conservatively, but hey, why do I want to get a ticket.
+Alexis Rios No car is perfect you fool. Not the Accord not the camry not the altima. There is no perfect car on sale your a fool if you think a Honda accord is anywhere near being perfect. Lasty what world have u been living in the accord does not always beat anything. If the accord was perfect it would be the only car you would see. People are still buying everything else because the accord isnt the best there is no best it just comes down to your personal taste
+Toyota4Life The Accord has made the CD 10 best list for over 25 years, consistently beating the competition. No Camry or Altima can claim that….now that's impressive!
Nice review, Chris. Sounds like Honda took advantage of the Accord's basic goodness (engine, transmission, overall ergonomics) and phoned in this almost-end-of-the-model-lifecycle refresh. I'd be curious what you think a $35,000 Accord competes with in the Real World, as Honda does not like to put cash on the hoods of their vehicles to move metal.
Nice job Chris. I love hearing your criticisms. I dislike reviews that give all glowing reviews on a car. As you say, no car is perfect. I would also add that the Accord's headroom is not that great for taller folks.
+TruthHasSpoken I agree on the headroom! Im 6 ft and I test drove the new 2016 accord sport today and my head was very close to touching the roof. Maybe like an inch more and my head wouldve touched the top lol
mynameisjeebus It's a bit frustrating this headroom on the Accord and some similar sedans. Used to not be this way. And I refuse to drive a car where my line of site is on the top of the window. Looking at an Outback instead. What other vehicle are you considering?
The trunk handle is a $7 college hills Honda interior accessory option you can buy online. Before that I used to grab a corner of the license plate bracket to not leave finger prints on the trunk and look like a full on barbaric tool bag.
Solid review! It's incredible Honda doesn't listen to customers. The small details on Honda and Acura are real issues and they're not listening. I tested the 2017 Accord and noticed the same issues you'd highlighted.
if you want cooled seats and height adjustable passenger then purchase an Acura. If they threw in all the luxury features in an Accord, the accord would be more expensive and no one would buy a acure
Wow what a way to pick on what the Touring 'doesn't have' (I do like your review though). Not every car has everything. I've looked at a lot of cars these last couple months. The Lexus ES 350 is a comparable V6 yet it's $6,000 more at it's base model... which has no leather, no navigation, no adaptive cruise, or other crash mitigation. I've driven both and the Lexus isn't worth it... you'd have to add about $4,000 more for those options!
Oh yep that's the ES300h (which I also looked at) that has leather as an option. The point is, even on the ES350... Navigation, the Lexus Safety package, Parking Assist, Auto High-beams, Rain Sensing Wipers are options, let alone most (and some) can only be added when other options are ALSO included. Lastly, a similarly configured ES350 (compared to the Accord Touring model) is $42,000... $7000 more!
+Scott GuitarMan I know I'm late but I think the point is that competitors offer things like ventilated seats at that price range. Also something that bothers me is that the lx and sport trim only have a 4 speaker sound system, the civic ex is 1,000 dollars less than the accord lx and has twice as many speakers
David Lyday That's partially true though I didn't see ventilated seats in the Mazda or Subaru. Since I've now gotten my Touring model it has heated rear seats, lane-watch, Garmin Navi (w/ 4 free updates/year for life!) and a way better stereo than the Mazda, Ford, Toyota, Hyundai or base Lexus 350. The super-best stereo is the Mark Levinson upgrade ($900 & must get Navi).. wink. They all make different recipes in hopes to entice us. I also found that the Accord LX didn't feel as solid/strong in the doors and seats.
Cylinder deactivation from any auto manufacturer is fine & dandy until the system begins to malfunction and stops working correctly all together. It's not a reliable and trustworthy way to get better fuel economy... Unfortunately. :-/
I very much agree with the front passenger seat adjustment as well as ventilated front seats criticisms. I personally did not like the leather seats in this 9th generation Accord. I often felt like slipping off the seat. (We had a EX-L trim). The exterior refresh is very premium however, I don't understand why automakers cannot refresh the interior in cars during their MMC years.
Valid criticisms even if a bit nitpicky. When youre going to spend 30+ grand on a new car and certain options arent standard or even avialable, you need to make note of it. The criticisms are so minute that you wouldnt notice upon a simple test-drive but might irritate you over time. I wanted the new Accord based on the new looks but it isnt sensible; the touring costs almost 8 grand more than my topped out Camry and yet my car has Cross traffic alert, an intuitive infotainment system, etc
Great review. You're so right on the mark. If I pay $35k plus tax I expect to have the 3 things you mention. It also doesn't have smart trunk opening. The worst of all in my view, all trim levels use only touch screen bar for radio volume control. What a driving hazard. Some Honda designers should be reassigned.
+Ben Chan What's the difference between reaching for a knob vs. a touch screen button? Have you even tried one? There's also the steering wheel control which should be the tactile choice when driving anyway. If the lack of a smart trunk opener dissuades you from this then you're all the better off as you don't have the patience. I've looked at Hyundai, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Lexus, Mercury and Subaru and they all have something I didn't like.
is the gdi engine in honda prone to carbon build up? i really wanted this car until i started hearing about problems with a gdi.. now im not so sure.... HELP!!!! i havent heard any cases online about extreme carbon build up in hondas, but also honda hasnt mentioned that theyve done anything to prevent it.... cars with 75-100k+
Im considering buying this car or a 2016-2017 Camry or a 2016-17 Optima. Im going to be driving the car approx 80 miles a day. In your expertise and experiences which one would you prefer? Thanks in advance..
i just got mine a week ago and I love it, but there are some issues. like he mentions, no blind spot alert when changing lane, no heated steering wheel which i need i live in North eastern. overall i score it 8 out 10
For starters, Acura offers SH-AWD even in it's sedans. You can't get an AWD Honda sedan. Premium interior materials. Quiet cabins. Premium dealership and after sales service experience. but maintenance cost as much as a Honda. The list goes on. You should review an Acura and find it out yourself.
Excellent, honest review. Still... I love my V6 2016 Accord. Hopefully, in the nearby future, Honda will put turbo on the V6 instead the idiotic 2.0 lawnmower shit they came up with in 2018.
I used to feel the way you do, until I decided to buy one of those Accords with the idiotic 2.0 turbos. I have a ‘20 Accord Touring 2.0T and I can tell you that this car is amazing. Before getting it, I had a ‘16 Acura TLX V6. My Accord is quicker and is so much fun to drive. I do miss the sound of the V6 growling under acceleration but don’t underestimate that potency of the 2.0T. It never feels as if it’s lacking power. It’s torquey and light weight. Great, great car.
It makes no sense to me that 19" wheels would result in a wider turning radius since the TOTAL diameter of wheel plus tire does not change (and you're not the only person who makes this assertion). Could you explain, please?
Right if the wheel is wider then the turning radius would be more limited not less. A more limited turning radius means you can't cut the wheel as sharp to make short u-turns, etc; however the reverse was asserted which left me confused
Dude the lane watch camera is amazing. I have a civic si and I peek at the screen then merge. You're not supposed to stare at the screen for 10 seconds
the reason why honda didnt put a handle inside the trunk to close it just because of safety concern..you dont want to cut your fingers when you close the trunk.
Very nice and honest review, IMO. Many other reviews are more like car ad - but your review points out most of the short coming (even if sometimes nit picking). My wife also hates car's front passenger seat that don't have height adjustment. Also lane watch - not big fan.
I have a 2016 touring model, bought it just as it unloading from semi. I love it and hate it at the same time. It has Issues that should have been resolved since it on same platform since 2013. I do have a problem having same wheels as the sport model! for 10 K difference? I do have a problem, remote either works or doesn't, rear speaker deck rattles, steering skates at highway speeds, Honda now use's very soft paint, chips easily compared to my previous Honda's, They also don't have 3.55 AUX port, USB input sucks, cell phone wireless charger is included in Canadian Models, but not in U.S. model... what the F, It does get fantastic gas mileage for a V 6, I averaged 42 MPG on a 400 mile trip, stereo sound isn't the greatest either as I found during my trip. I love Honda and have owned them since 1988. But quality isn't the same. Yes its nice and has lots of bell whistle's, but so does Kia, Hyundai, Impala, Malibu etc... What really bother's me is the rear deck rattling... So far Honda has fallen short of honoring factory defect, dealers want add some type of wedges.. No dice, will not let them put a band aid to address defect, next stop is consumer affairs and start complaint process. My next car will be another luxury car for sure! Just not a Honda
+Hector Raigosa the rattles because of the sub vibrating the area around the brake light and glass. I put some 3/4 inch foam tape(black)between the barake light and window. Boom...no more vibration. Sucks I have to do this but it was an easy fix.
As you said "no car is perfect " then why do you criticize Accord at its peak, are you not too much demanding ? No matter what- sales figures n its awards recognition speaks the truth. Thanks for the review anyways!
Hi there... the color of the car in the video is "Kona Coffee Metallic". It is a very dark color. Don't believe the PC monitor. I just put a deposit down on the Touring model and I was going to get that color... until I actually saw it! It's so dark, it's nearly black. In the northwest it's hard to keep a car clean with all our rain, so a dark color was out for me. This color, Black and Luna Silver (which I'm getting) are the only colors where you can get a black interior, which I also wanted after having the creme interior in my 2006 EX-L San Marino Red coupe. I'm jazzed... it's due to arrive in 10-14 days.
+Scott GuitarMan Thanks Chris for the reply. I think the Luna Silver is the best color with the shape of the current Accord and goes well with the new 19" wheels. the silver adds to the luxury of the Touring. I am still deciding if I what another sedan or go with a SUV and at what price range. I currently looking at the Macan S but sales guy strong recommend that I add a couple of packages that ended up bring total price to $68K so I back off on buying for now; since I only wanted a $62K S. I was will to sign and he say I should add this and that too! I told him I was going to think about and never went back! With sales tax added it $73K! Before that I look at the Acura RDX. AWD for only $44K. It was okay but after drive the Macan; no interest in the RDX at all. Might just get a bigger X5. Not sure. X5 inside is as nice as the Macan and much bigger! The X3 seem tiny after being in the X5! X5 and Macan are in the same price too! Maybe I keep my current drive!
I was thinking the same thing, unless this tire is quite a bit wider that Honda had to adjust the maximum turn angle? Sounds like a production deal breaker in order to offer a larger optional tire.
Dude spends more time and words on a minor crap - one that might be noticed rarely - and glides over the wonderful seats, great handling, good ride, good quality. Aghh, compare it to competition!
No, it doesn't. The V6 models come with either a 6-speed automatic or a 6-manual. I used to think that DOHC was needed for the Honda V6. It isn't. Honda engineering in engines is pretty incredible. Yes, it does have SOHC V6. However, it out performs the DOHC 3.5Liter engines with direct injection engines from Toyota and Nissan, and the Honda engine doesn't even have direct injection. Furthermore, all the dyno testing on the J35 (the V6 in the Accord) are conclusive that Honda is being very conservative with the horsepower numbers. The engine horsepower is closer to 300 horsepower.
Why does Canada only have a Accord Sport with Push start (2) screen center stack with Apple Carplay & navigation?....Who is making these dumb trim decisions ..smdh
he wants a handle for the trunk. wow. I'm surprised he didn't say he wanted a sink so he can wash his hands to
lol
I love this review. Not because it may or may not be harsh but because the issues addressed are real every day driver issues. Who's going to look for a trunk handle on a test drive? Who's going to bother with a passenger seat height adjustment? This is what video reviews are meant for. Great job!
Criticism at 4:41 is just stupid. You really have a problem closing the trunk by actually touching the trunk? My god.... talk about nitpicky bs.
+xuimod He actually has a point. I have two car one with a handle to close and one without. Its not a big issue but you notice it
+Toyota4Life He's actually didn't look very well for the handle… the Accord does have a handle on the right side of inner trunk.
+laamor99 It does not. They removed that feature for 2016. Decontenting.
+webcomment umm my 2016 has a trunk handle. Unless I'm hallucinating.
+randxvi your tripping...2013 was the only year with interior trunk handle. you can buy it from honda for 5 bucks
I've never heard anyone complain about Lane watch
+Chris McManus My thoughts exactly. I bought a 16 EX Sedan 6MT 6 weeks ago and already can't live without Lane Watch. His argument of having to check 3 areas means he doesn't understand what it is. With Lane Watch, there's really no reason for the side view mirror because the camera shows you everything it does and more.
+Trevor Thayer Yes exactly, it has an ultra wide view too , so provides clear sight lines of outbound lanes merging inbound, where you might want to merge right to take the next exit. This is the huge strength of the system vs blind spot monitoring systems. Also, for inner city the cameras allow you to see cyclists and pedestrians which are lifesavers that blind spot monitoring won't do diddly squat. Further, a lot of the cheaper cars have cheap electronics in their blind spot monitoring systems which produce false alarms. No need to worry about any of that.... at all.
+Chris McManus Everyone is different . Not everyone is gonna like the same thing whats wrong with you people he dont like it dont fucking like it get over it. I understand where he is coming from
+Trevor Thayer I agree..
Chris McManus Blind spot indicators provide more situational awareness than Lane Watch. When driving on the highway in the rain at night blind spot indicators allow the driver to know what's on BOTH sides in an instant. I have my mirrors adjusted so I have no blind spots but still find the indicators useful. If I see an orange light out of the corner of my eye then be careful. With Lane Watch the camera has to be activated before any information is provided. And it provides no info on the driver's side.
As the thumbnail suggests... the video is mainly about a man named Chris and we rarely see the car without him in the way.
all in all, i think honda deliberately made some flaw for this 2016 honda accord because they don't want to make the car that perfect. don't forget they still have acura line up. if the accord is already so damn perfect such as come with height adjustment for passenger and ventilated seats etc, then nobody will want to buy acura.
This is one of the first guys who you could tell spent some time with this car. I like the Accord, and he gave me reason not to go with the larger wheels and tires that I didn’t think of, besides being popular with thieves!
The pros and cons everyone pointed out are valid IMO. I've been driving Hondas ever since we bought our first one in 1994. It has never been a comfortable ride as compares to Toyota Camry or as plush as the Camry but the one thing I do know is that Honda is overall more reliable. Honda handles better and make more efficient engines. I've had friends who have had Toyotas and because of the more plush interiors in the Toyotas, they costs more. I've always said-Honda man needs to get together with Toyota woman one night in a hotel and have a few cocktails. 9mos later, BOOM! The perfect car. I would call it Hoyota or Camda...I would be waiting in line to get one.
I have the 2016 Accord Touring and I love it. The only thing I find not too useful is the driver's side wide angle vertical mirror strip on the outer edge of the mirror. A circular fish eye mirror is much more useful for checking the blind spot.
Do you realize you spent 70% of your review complaining? Not a quality review because of the continuous complaining and silly nit-picking.
Yes, no car is perfect but your job is to provide the viewer with an in-depth review of the vehicle and not your personal opinions (or what your wife likes in a car, for that matter). Do everyone a favor and edit out your out-takes, you are not a big time celebrity in which the audience cares to see your mistakes.
Terrible presentation. I will look to others for auto reviews.
Good review with good details. I've test driven 2016 Honda Accord V6 Touring last month and loved the power and comfort of that car; I've owned Accord for years. Then I wanted to check out what all the buzz is about regarding Subaru. I went to a nearby Subaru dealership about three weeks ago and tried 2016 Legacy. Oh boy, the minute you sit in that car and start moving you realize this is a different Japanese car. It feels like a German car made by Japanese. I've done extensive research about Legacy and purchased 3.6R Limited Legacy and love it. I think people should consider Subaru and think out of the Camry and Honda box. I still think Accord is a great car but you can't beat AWD, reliability, comfort and solidity of Subaru Legacy.
I think you're getting too old to make cars review with bunch of technologies.
Negative comments are really odd. Re closing the trunk and using your hand? What?
Excellent review! Wasn't just 9 minutes of reciting things you can read on the sticker. Nice opinions and insights for folks who are actually considering buying the car like me
I purchased a V6 Honda Accord Coupe with a 6-speed manual approximately 5 months ago. On the highway I'm getting 32 m.p.g traveling 70 m.p.h. Combined driving, I'm attaining 27.5-28 m.p.g., consistently. Of course, this is driving conservatively, but hey, why do I want to get a ticket.
My 2016 Honda Accord Coupe Touring V6 has an inside grab handle to close trunk without touching outside 🙂 I love my V6 Coupe! ❤️
Dude, you really give some of the most interesting detailed reviews.
If Honda Accord is not the perfect sedan than what car is? Lol accord always beats competition
+Alexis Rios No car is perfect you fool. Not the Accord not the camry not the altima. There is no perfect car on sale your a fool if you think a Honda accord is anywhere near being perfect. Lasty what world have u been living in the accord does not always beat anything. If the accord was perfect it would be the only car you would see. People are still buying everything else because the accord isnt the best there is no best it just comes down to your personal taste
+Toyota4Life The Accord has made the CD 10 best list for over 25 years, consistently beating the competition. No Camry or Altima can claim that….now that's impressive!
laamor99 You do kno most people dont even know what car and driver is... right ? lmfao
Exactly! read my comment up above
Wow!!! All I heard was bitch bitch bitch!!!
exactly cuz he's too god damn fat to do anything else
Finally...- a reviewer who actually critiques the car a bit. Very good points to consider. Thanks.
Nice review, Chris. Sounds like Honda took advantage of the Accord's basic goodness (engine, transmission, overall ergonomics) and phoned in this almost-end-of-the-model-lifecycle refresh. I'd be curious what you think a $35,000 Accord competes with in the Real World, as Honda does not like to put cash on the hoods of their vehicles to move metal.
The best blind spot monitoring system in the world is a cheap pair of convex mirriors. I don't know why all cars don' come with one.
Nice job Chris. I love hearing your criticisms. I dislike reviews that give all glowing reviews on a car. As you say, no car is perfect. I would also add that the Accord's headroom is not that great for taller folks.
+TruthHasSpoken I agree on the headroom! Im 6 ft and I test drove the new 2016 accord sport today and my head was very close to touching the roof. Maybe like an inch more and my head wouldve touched the top lol
mynameisjeebus It's a bit frustrating this headroom on the Accord and some similar sedans. Used to not be this way. And I refuse to drive a car where my line of site is on the top of the window.
Looking at an Outback instead.
What other vehicle are you considering?
+mynameisjeebus I'm 6'2" and have a lot of headroom space in my accord. Maybe you didn't adjust the seat height down?
I'm 6'3. I had tons of head room and leg room behind me. Get a life
Stanger182 30" inseam...tall upper body. The Accord is not a good fit. And the Sales Person readily agrees.
My life is great.
I agreed with most of his criticisms. Great job, buddy!
The trunk handle is a $7 college hills Honda interior accessory option you can buy online. Before that I used to grab a corner of the license plate bracket to not leave finger prints on the trunk and look like a full on barbaric tool bag.
Very Good Review! Touching on points that are almost never brought up with other reviewers
Excellent review. Thanks for taking the time doing it.
well done.... I appreciate you mentioning the imperfections
Solid review! It's incredible Honda doesn't listen to customers. The small details on Honda and Acura are real issues and they're not listening. I tested the 2017 Accord and noticed the same issues you'd highlighted.
Don't you love the Honda Accord though?
if you want cooled seats and height adjustable passenger then purchase an Acura. If they threw in all the luxury features in an Accord, the accord would be more expensive and no one would buy a acure
s2k ughhh buddy, wanna take a look at the option sheet of a Kia Optima???
Actually, its more like stepping up to the next trim level. The highest trim has a electric passenger seat.
Agree with you 100% Chris. Good review as always. :)
Wow what a way to pick on what the Touring 'doesn't have' (I do like your review though). Not every car has everything. I've looked at a lot of cars these last couple months. The Lexus ES 350 is a comparable V6 yet it's $6,000 more at it's base model... which has no leather, no navigation, no adaptive cruise, or other crash mitigation. I've driven both and the Lexus isn't worth it... you'd have to add about $4,000 more for those options!
+Scott GuitarMan What year is Lexus are you looking at? Lexus ES 350 comes with leather standard.
Oh yep that's the ES300h (which I also looked at) that has leather as an option. The point is, even on the ES350... Navigation, the Lexus Safety package, Parking Assist, Auto High-beams, Rain Sensing Wipers are options, let alone most (and some) can only be added when other options are ALSO included. Lastly, a similarly configured ES350 (compared to the Accord Touring model) is $42,000... $7000 more!
+Scott GuitarMan I know I'm late but I think the point is that competitors offer things like ventilated seats at that price range. Also something that bothers me is that the lx and sport trim only have a 4 speaker sound system, the civic ex is 1,000 dollars less than the accord lx and has twice as many speakers
David Lyday That's partially true though I didn't see ventilated seats in the Mazda or Subaru. Since I've now gotten my Touring model it has heated rear seats, lane-watch, Garmin Navi (w/ 4 free updates/year for life!) and a way better stereo than the Mazda, Ford, Toyota, Hyundai or base Lexus 350. The super-best stereo is the Mark Levinson upgrade ($900 & must get Navi).. wink.
They all make different recipes in hopes to entice us. I also found that the Accord LX didn't feel as solid/strong in the doors and seats.
Cool thanks
Cylinder deactivation from any auto manufacturer is fine & dandy until the system begins to malfunction and stops working correctly all together. It's not a reliable and trustworthy way to get better fuel economy... Unfortunately. :-/
I very much agree with the front passenger seat adjustment as well as ventilated front seats criticisms. I personally did not like the leather seats in this 9th generation Accord. I often felt like slipping off the seat. (We had a EX-L trim). The exterior refresh is very premium however, I don't understand why automakers cannot refresh the interior in cars during their MMC years.
Has it ever occurred to you that Honda does not agree with you and yours is just one opinion and not how everyone feels
Valid criticisms even if a bit nitpicky. When youre going to spend 30+ grand on a new car and certain options arent standard or even avialable, you need to make note of it. The criticisms are so minute that you wouldnt notice upon a simple test-drive but might irritate you over time. I wanted the new Accord based on the new looks but it isnt sensible; the touring costs almost 8 grand more than my topped out Camry and yet my car has Cross traffic alert, an intuitive infotainment system, etc
Great review. Honda lovers think the accord is perfect finally someone who tells it like it is
Great review. You're so right on the mark. If I pay $35k plus tax I expect to have the 3 things you mention. It also doesn't have smart trunk opening. The worst of all in my view, all trim levels use only touch screen bar for radio volume control. What a driving hazard. Some Honda designers should be reassigned.
+Ben Chan What's the difference between reaching for a knob vs. a touch screen button? Have you even tried one? There's also the steering wheel control which should be the tactile choice when driving anyway. If the lack of a smart trunk opener dissuades you from this then you're all the better off as you don't have the patience. I've looked at Hyundai, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Lexus, Mercury and Subaru and they all have something I didn't like.
is the gdi engine in honda prone to carbon build up? i really wanted this car until i started hearing about problems with a gdi.. now im not so sure.... HELP!!!! i havent heard any cases online about extreme carbon build up in hondas, but also honda hasnt mentioned that theyve done anything to prevent it.... cars with 75-100k+
yes its true on the 1.8 turbos and the 2.0 i got the v6 touring and i am glad i did cause they don't seem to have that same problem
gas is mixing with oil it's very true get the v6 you should be ok i don't think they have that problem
I'm glad Honda didn't put that lane watch system in the new CR-V. I like having the blind spot detection on the mirrors with audio and visual alerts.
Excellent Review. I agree with your nitpicks a whole bunch having owned multiple Accords, most recently at 2013 EX-L.
Good review with fair criticism
Im considering buying this car or a 2016-2017 Camry or a 2016-17 Optima. Im going to be driving the car approx 80 miles a day. In your expertise and experiences which one would you prefer? Thanks in advance..
I don’t get why people don’t like lane watch I find it very useful and unique
chris you great and right i feel that same way
i just got mine a week ago and I love it, but there are some issues. like he mentions, no blind spot alert when changing lane, no heated steering wheel which i need i live in North eastern. overall i score it 8 out 10
I appreciate reviews that point out legitimate flaws, but this review is simply a collection of asinine nits.
Good information buddy... Make a video on 2018 honda accord when it releases
I. Own. A 2000 honda. With. 260.000. Miles. And. My. Accord. Is. Still
Thank you, Chris. Enough to make me think twice on Touring model.
For starters, Acura offers SH-AWD even in it's sedans. You can't get an AWD Honda sedan.
Premium interior materials. Quiet cabins. Premium dealership and after sales service experience. but maintenance cost as much as a Honda.
The list goes on. You should review an Acura and find it out yourself.
19 inch low profile tires is really over the top for an accord.
That metallic chrome around the vents is very distracting. I wish they would remove that.
2013 accord sedan had the interior trunk handle! 2014 and on didnt.
I love lane watch!!!
I do agree with the reviewer regarding the small and may be insignificant to other buyers but for 35K? Yeah, we want all that amenities.
Excellent, honest review. Still... I love my V6 2016 Accord. Hopefully, in the nearby future, Honda will put turbo on the V6 instead the idiotic 2.0 lawnmower shit they came up with in 2018.
I used to feel the way you do, until I decided to buy one of those Accords with the idiotic 2.0 turbos. I have a ‘20 Accord Touring 2.0T and I can tell you that this car is amazing. Before getting it, I had a ‘16 Acura TLX V6. My Accord is quicker and is so much fun to drive. I do miss the sound of the V6 growling under acceleration but don’t underestimate that potency of the 2.0T. It never feels as if it’s lacking power. It’s torquey and light weight. Great, great car.
I have an honda accord and I love it!!
Are you going to review the 2016 civic?
To close the boot Thérèse is a handle inside
The 19's are all-season, not summer performance tires, correct?
great review love the toughness. the truth will set my car buying Free.
It makes no sense to me that 19" wheels would result in a wider turning radius since the TOTAL diameter of wheel plus tire does not change (and you're not the only person who makes this assertion). Could you explain, please?
Makes sense - thanks!
Right if the wheel is wider then the turning radius would be more limited not less. A more limited turning radius means you can't cut the wheel as sharp to make short u-turns, etc; however the reverse was asserted which left me confused
Dude the lane watch camera is amazing. I have a civic si and I peek at the screen then merge. You're not supposed to stare at the screen for 10 seconds
Hello I have plan to buy a 2016 Honda Accord V6 Touring. I want to change the tires and alloy wheels, any sujestion?
Honda sensing stops the car if a car is in front of you
the reason why honda didnt put a handle inside the trunk to close it just because of safety concern..you dont want to cut your fingers when you close the trunk.
well done, hope Honda takes notice
Very nice and honest review, IMO.
Many other reviews are more like car ad - but your review points out most of the short coming (even if sometimes nit picking).
My wife also hates car's front passenger seat that don't have height adjustment.
Also lane watch - not big fan.
I have a 2016 touring model, bought it just as it unloading from semi. I love it and hate it at the same time. It has Issues that should have been resolved since it on same platform since 2013. I do have a problem having same wheels as the sport model! for 10 K difference? I do have a problem, remote either works or doesn't, rear speaker deck rattles, steering skates at highway speeds, Honda now use's very soft paint, chips easily compared to my previous Honda's, They also don't have 3.55 AUX port, USB input sucks, cell phone wireless charger is included in Canadian Models, but not in U.S. model... what the F, It does get fantastic gas mileage for a V 6, I averaged 42 MPG on a 400 mile trip, stereo sound isn't the greatest either as I found during my trip. I love Honda and have owned them since 1988. But quality isn't the same. Yes its nice and has lots of bell whistle's, but so does Kia, Hyundai, Impala, Malibu etc... What really bother's me is the rear deck rattling... So far Honda has fallen short of honoring factory defect, dealers want add some type of wedges.. No dice, will not let them put a band aid to address defect, next stop is consumer affairs and start complaint process. My next car will be another luxury car for sure! Just not a Honda
+Hector Raigosa the rattles because of the sub vibrating the area around the brake light and glass. I put some 3/4 inch foam tape(black)between the barake light and window. Boom...no more vibration. Sucks I have to do this but it was an easy fix.
Lol at Malibu
Sealed transmissions are trash
Is that cvt better than the Nissan?
Guys leave him alone... he was divorced because he found out his kid wasn’t his
As you said "no car is perfect " then why do you criticize Accord at its peak, are you not too much demanding ? No matter what- sales figures n its awards recognition speaks the truth. Thanks for the review anyways!
Chris, what color is your 2016 test Accord! Is it the black?
Hi there... the color of the car in the video is "Kona Coffee Metallic". It is a very dark color. Don't believe the PC monitor. I just put a deposit down on the Touring model and I was going to get that color... until I actually saw it! It's so dark, it's nearly black. In the northwest it's hard to keep a car clean with all our rain, so a dark color was out for me. This color, Black and Luna Silver (which I'm getting) are the only colors where you can get a black interior, which I also wanted after having the creme interior in my 2006 EX-L San Marino Red coupe. I'm jazzed... it's due to arrive in 10-14 days.
+Scott GuitarMan Thanks Chris for the reply. I think the Luna Silver is the best color with the shape of the current Accord and goes well with the new 19" wheels. the silver adds to the luxury of the Touring. I am still deciding if I what another sedan or go with a SUV and at what price range. I currently looking at the Macan S but sales guy strong recommend that I add a couple of packages that ended up bring total price to $68K so I back off on buying for now; since I only wanted a $62K S. I was will to sign and he say I should add this and that too! I told him I was going to think about and never went back! With sales tax added it $73K! Before that I look at the Acura RDX. AWD for only $44K. It was okay but after drive the Macan; no interest in the RDX at all. Might just get a bigger X5. Not sure. X5 inside is as nice as the Macan and much bigger! The X3 seem tiny after being in the X5! X5 and Macan are in the same price too! Maybe I keep my current drive!
+HW2800 Sorry Scott I look in the wrong spot and thought it was Chris! you made a great choice on the Honda Accord Touring purchase.
Honda baby!!
What happened to autobytel
Ooohhh.. having to touch a "dirty" trunk lid to close it because there is no handle. That's being excessively picky Chris Worklock.
This guy is a good reviewer but he tends to ramble their aren't enough driving shots!
Whats wheel size have to do with turning radius?
I was thinking the same thing, unless this tire is quite a bit wider that Honda had to adjust the maximum turn angle? Sounds like a production deal breaker in order to offer a larger optional tire.
Why would you need handles on the inside of trunk for a sedan lol I can understand if its an suv or van but a sedan,really?
Honda needs to step up it's game with Hybrids other than the Accord !
get a back seat driver for your blind spot monitoring =)
I could care less about a handle to close the trunk...how dirty are your hands getting??? Pointless to point out!!!
Dude spends more time and words on a minor crap - one that might be noticed rarely - and glides over the wonderful seats, great handling, good ride, good quality. Aghh, compare it to competition!
Nice vid I am 11 but I really want to like be a teen so I
Can drive I am going to get myself a Honda Accord
Looks good
this guy is extra picky
my 2016 sport canadian has trunk handle. My fingers are still dirty though..hehe.
Why is the accord still using a 5 speed gearbox & a dohc engine? Seems dated.
No, it doesn't. The V6 models come with either a 6-speed automatic or a 6-manual. I used to think that DOHC was needed for the Honda V6. It isn't. Honda engineering in engines is pretty incredible. Yes, it does have SOHC V6. However, it out performs the DOHC 3.5Liter engines with direct injection engines from Toyota and Nissan, and the Honda engine doesn't even have direct injection. Furthermore, all the dyno testing on the J35 (the V6 in the Accord) are conclusive that Honda is being very conservative with the horsepower numbers. The engine horsepower is closer to 300 horsepower.
Then buy the luxury brand, you can’t get everything out of a normal car.
this should come to uk
Why bother with Acura brand? Lol MDX is the most Sold SUV than any other Brand including Toyota.
37k for SH-AWD lol
First-world problems much? If you want the features that an Acura has then go buy an Acura and stop complaining that a Honda doesn't have them. Geez!
Why does Canada only have a Accord Sport with Push start (2) screen center stack with Apple Carplay & navigation?....Who is making these dumb trim decisions ..smdh
Oh boo whoooo
Would you like some cheese with your whine?
Makes perfect sense he wants a Mercedes Benz.....smh
Amazing 😀 😀 2016 Honda Accord review .
OMG no handle on the trunk no rear traffic alert ..... so awful ..... bunch of babies