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You rightly mentioned Hyundai and Kia, which both are killing it right now with value, tech, and performance, plus the old canned response of "yeah, but their reliability, and build quality sucks" just doesn't hold water anymore... I always ask those who say that if they have driven one in the past 2 or 3 model years, and the answer is always no, which means the opinion is based on rumor or hearsay...
It does still have the performance edge. But I'm not sure about steering feel. It was always numb and lacking in response and linearity to me. Speaking as an owner.
Agreed! I drive a 2015 Accord EX-L V6 Coupe White Orchid Pearl with the black and tan leather interior. Ive owned it for 5 years and currently have 67k on it. Its been a fantastic car and I still get 35 mpg on long trips to Texas from Tennessee. Im keeping it for another 5 years for sure! Maybe longer!!
This makes way more sense than any EV under 50k right now. Great fuel economy and solid build quality, if I didn't need AWD, I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
It's so revealing when he does the acceleration test. If the car doesn't make him giggle even a tiny bit, then you KNOW it is disappointing. If he busts out with joyful laughter, then you know the car is a beast.
Yeah I agree when I first saw it, the rear reminded me of like a Buick, just really weird. I actually think all around, the insight looks better. The front end of the accord looks great but the rear is just so ug
The sound of that engine at full tilt was soul crushing. The 2017 Honda Accord V6 Touring is still the best looking and performing Accord. Honda got it right with that one🏎
2.0t turbos outperform any V6 accord ever made. This one sounds like this because it's not turbo charged and it only has 126 horsepower without the electric motors so it strains when u go full throttle, even if the electric motors give it more horsepower, the non hybrid one is not like that at all with 250hp, and detuned at that
@@hak2297 outperform in speed but not in engine sound. I drive a 2017 V6 touring and it sounds better than any base German car. You really need to drive a 3.5 Vtec to know what the sound we are talking about
@@drewbenefield2001 If people know their Hondas then they would know that the 19+ Touring only came with the 2.0T engine though. It's only all the other trims that we need to know the engine displacement. That being said I have the 2020 Honda Touring 😊
Bought this exact color 2021 hybrid, changed out from 19 inch rims/tires to 17 inch and love the smoother ride . Very quite cabin, easy to average 40 mpg combined.Also bought a space saver tire , and jack.
I love my 2018 accord LX, paid 21,900 that year for it brand new. Best purchase ever. Nice pull, great gas mileage and really thoughtful features. I don’t even miss the apple car play considering the price point. Still on original tires and brakes. Just great.
One thing that’s extremely disappointed about this refresh is the new start up chime. The 2018-2020 Accords had the best start up ever. It was very elegant the new one sounds like a old 2003 Accord 🤦🏽♂️
@@AUA-camChannelwithNoName Good Riddance. I get stuck with sedan rentals and hate it. They sit too low and lack storage. I love crossovers. They should have been invented sooner.
@@kromahj Not everyone wants or needs a SUV. And there isn't an Accord model over $38K and there are many mid sized CUV's well over $50K. All good, you like what you like.
I love the accord but Honda kinda socks at refreshes lol. All we needed was a premium audio system and full LED taillights. However... I won't be too judgemental since this car will be 4 years old in a few months. A redesign will be here in about 2 years and it's a guarantee it's gonna be class leading like it's always been
@@naveenthemachine 360 camera is something that should be there as well. I knew the panoramic moonroof wouldn't be added, which is one reason I didn't buy this.
@@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175 I 100% agree Honda should go the Mazda route and become more premium. I see it’s the direction Honda is going with the new civic’s interior.
The engine noise goes away. It is peppy and it has Honda race car heritage. Once the car breaks in after a few thousand miles you dont even think about the engine growl.
Agreed. NO 360 camera. crappy generic Honda branded speaker system. Also no full screen digital gauge cluster. No heated steering wheel. No LED interior lights. This car is behind the competition.
Leased the 19’ 2.0 Sport and got 22 MPG average. Then got the EX-L 1.5 and MPG is around 35 on average and performance is still good. The 1.5 is the best comprise on MPG and performance IMO.
easily the best mid-size sedan on the market. i'm a mazda fanboy, but the 6 needs a transmission with more gears to compete. people complain about the looks of this gen accord, and i have no idea what they're smoking. it's a gorgeous car, and i love the fastback-like sloping roofline.
@@andersonrodriguez8258 it’s funny cuz i traded in my 2018 camry se for a 2019 2.0T sport and every aspect of the car is better especially for someone that’s 6’3 talk your shit tho
I am a big Mazda fan also, and can't wait for the new rwd Mazda 6 with the I6 engine. Going to be the real benchmark in this class. I also agree with you about the Accord styling, even though I still think the 3G Mazda 6 looks better inside and out.
I’m a huge Mazda fan as well and I think the accord is amazing and it beats the 6 in certain areas. I’m pretty much a sucker for anything with a fastback design so the accord is the most stand out in it class for me. Literally nothing breaks my neck like it. However, the next gen Mazda 6 with the inline 6 is absolutely number 1 on my list right now to replace my 2016 optima. The accord is number 2 and that’s simply because we have no clue what Honda is planning.
@@monkeywkeys3916 I made a very similar comment since I didn't see this first, but basically all family sedans should be lift / sport back and offer AWD. Get as close as you can without becoming a crossover. Buick Regal GS was secretly a great family sedan, that, sadly, was quickly cancelled :(
@@monkeywkeys3916 I think the Accord would lose a lot of it's identify if changed to a hatch. Keep that nice sedan shape but throw in the sport back truck like how the Kia stinger does it. Yes please!
It's good to see you correctly describe the transmission in the hybrid, Weber Auto on youtube physically breaks down this transmission and shows how it works. The only wear part is the clutch pack that connects to the gas 2.0 motor, the transmission should out last both the other transmissions. Keep up the excellent reviews.
Just drove my moms 18 accord hybrid for the first time last week and now I understand why she loves it so much. Definitely a great car with a very nice interior for the price.
Sale it. We have 4 Honda accord. Always been in our family. this is the first time I had issues like this. I think I'm done with honda. Time to find a new family tradition
@@elighaterrell1595 come to toyotas but people will shut those brands down because of old school thinking. I have had toyotas myself and best buck for the money. One of them a 05 matrix with almost 200k.miles without much work done and now have 2020 corolla with the same engine from 05 matrix my old one... doing what's its supposed to do
I don't get Honda's logic on the refresh for the Hybrid, I remember when companies tried to improve fuel economy instead of sticking big, heavy, dragging 19" rims.
@@f181234 It's looking like 2022 will do away with the 19s in favor of 17s or 18s since they're doing it on the insight and civic touring as well. The 19s just had too many problems from terrible fuel efficiency to frequent tire replacement. The forums are full of people having issues. A few people even preemptively traded their wheels for 17s with someone who had a different trim. The 19s are a dealbreaker for me on the touring.
I have a 2018 1.5T Touring Accord and I absolutely love it! Normally 3 years in, I am starting to get bored and ready for a new ride but not with this Accord. It has all the tech features, practicality, and drivability that satisfies me. I thought about the 2.0T when I bought it and also the Hybrid but the deals on the hybrid were practically non existent and I decided the 1.5 was good enough to keep me happy (and I was right). Finally gas mileage is nothing short of phenomenal. When I am driving conservatively, I can see over 40 mpg on the highway. That makes me very happy. When I do replace this car, there is a good chance I will do so with another Accord. No sense in doing that until after 2023 when it is completely redesigned. My wishlist for that redesign: get rid of the claw like taillights and replace with a full LED set. Also let’s go full digital on the instrument cluster like the Civic and CR-V.
Set in the Seat of many in this class....but the few times i set in the passenger seat of this Gen Accord ...i dont think i felt more comfortable as just the passenger, and everything felt just right...Truly Believe it is King and will be for years regardless of how it looks on the outside.
@@mysterigx_ Yes this is so true and honestly with the Touring model there really isn't any point of getting the TLX. That logo isn't worth that extra $10K+
This is why they have Acura but honestly they do need to intro AWD though to keep SUVs at bay. I just hope they don't pair it with the 1.5T engine only though.
@@volcalstone that’s probably what they will do like Toyota only offers AWD on the base 2.5 engine because if the V6 has it it could eat into Avalon and Lexus ES sales
Just like you said it doesn't wow me. There is no denying the Honda accord. Honda has been doing this for centuries and have earned every praise. I've been with Honda for a while now and times before and I've just grown numb to it. Honda just doesn't excite me anymore. I guess I've gotten to the point that it's time to experience other manufacturers and what they offer. I know what to expect from Honda and that's a compliment.
I'm watching here and wondering what you could possibly mean about "wow factor". I'm cross-shopping these sedans for purchase and the Accord seems just brutally competent at everything. I'm thinking that maybe you're suffering from a bias of overfamiliarity. They're all brand new for 2021 as far as I'm concerned. Do you dig what I'm saying? You've had 3 years to get bored with the Accord, but you haven't been in the others that long. I'm trying to avoid putting subjective thoughts into this but I have to say that some of the specific examples that you did give - like the lack of certain display graphics and the mixed guage cluster - those are weak arguments. Like - who in my position would reject an Accord on that basis? But despite these minor complaints about your presentation I do appreciate your content. You do good work and you're helping me with my research. Thanks.
I wanted this car so bad but after the nightmare I just went through with my 2014, I decided on the Camry 😦 Still, this car is nice, especially in blue 💙
This is why I opted for the 2020 model instead when I got my Accord Touring. I really don't like the added lines of chrome on the grille as well. It's like they went backwards in design.
No it sounds like it should wear a RAV4 badge for what you want!! The Accord has always been the the sportier option when compared to the Camry. I will always love Honda/ Acura hence why I own one. Great review Sofyan.
But the Camry is more comfortable and it rides better and the v6 is a lot smoother and it’ll be more reliable long term than it’s competitors Also it has some nice touches not available on the accord.
@@naveenthemachine agree and it has a 8 speed no cvt no turbos complication over time especially if u a bad owner and change the oil every 10K miles with a turbo car Thts killer
Accord Hybrid 0-60 Guide! Turn off traction control, enable brake hold function, put it in sport mode, come to a complete stop, take the foot of the brake pedal, and when ready, smash the gas pedal as fast as possible. The key is to hit the gas pedal instantly! No 2 feet engine revving method required. Electric motors respond better if u hit the gas pedal instantly from a complete stop. I clocked 0-60 in 6.3 seconds with a little bit of a tire spin, so I'm sure it can do 0-60 in 6 seconds. Mine is a 2018 Accord Hybrid
Damn!! The Keeps sponsorship shoutout was the most entertaining piece of this review!!!! I was laughing my ass of while Sofyan kept a straight face talking about male pattern baldness then he mentioned that subscribers commented that he was losing hair himself! Ouch.
It's just a matter of time before companies weasel their products into videos. UA-cam is slowly turning into cable TV with ad after ad after ad., I remember when the internet was ad-free and such a pleasurable experience, before facebook, twitter & google destroyed it.
That engine noise was super disappointing. I have a 2020 Mazda6 right now but want a hybrid, that engine noise just took this off the short list of options.
The rear legroom is huge but headroom is pretty limited. I'm a big Honda fan (mostly) but can't Honda give us some gizmos or flourishes? Pano roof? Sunshades? AWD? EVERY family sedan in the future should be a sport / liftback and at least offer AWD
I like that after all these years, Honda finally gave the Accord a digital speedometer that does MPH. Even though it's always had a digital display in the instrument cluster lmao
That's funny cause I did the same thing last night on a pic of my 20 Accord Touring. The thing for me is that I did some overlays in real life plus darken the red portion and it makes the lights look way better. It still isn't my favorite but way better then stock.
@@atobee2595 well it sure seemed like you couldn't tell. The 2.0t sounds pretty good for a 4 cyl and is quieter than this one. But how is this a shitty engine? It makes tons of low down torque, it puts it's power down better than anything in the class and it the most refined 4 cyl in the class alongside the 2.5 in the mazda6. Would you rather the less refined Korean options or a v6?
@@kyron2092 The 2.0T is all those things you described. The hybrid powertrain in this video sounds absolutely hideous when Sofyan goes full throttle. Mostly the CVT I think.
Honestly Honda did such a good job in this car they are affecting their Acura TLX sale. It is 20k more and is slower in a straight line. The Acura probably just looks better.
@@bobbowie9350 the materials seem to be pretty similar with the current civic. Its fine in a civic, but feels kind of cheap in an accord. I really wanted to like this gen. I would love a larger sedan with the 6 speed, but just couldn't accept this being an accord. Gonna just pick up a 18 mazda6 6 speed if I can find one
@Smok3 SHO Altima is offers Intelligent AWD. Toyota is adding AWD to Camry for the first time in the next gen. K5's LXS and GT-Line trims offer AWD. Fusion also has Intelligent All-Wheel Drive on SE and Titanium trims. Mazda 6's next gen also will introduce AWD options.
@@AcurAEX at the moment, only the legacy comes with AWD standard The Altima offered AWD since 2019 redesign, Camry 4 cylinder has offered AWD since early 2020. The k5 also offers AWD on the 1.5 Mazda does not, nor does the sonata or accord. Fusion is dead and the charger and 300 are bigger and way heavier although not much pricier actually
@Smok3 SHO The Fusion Sport did have awd, however the Fusion has been discontinued from Ford for 2021. The Altima, K5, and Camry also offer awd. You are correct about the Mazda 6 though.
Going from 300hp down to a 212hp to get a hybrid is exactly why ppl will move to ev... no compromise u get v6 speeds and 300+hp wo that loss. A camry today w a v6 is better than this weaker hybrid. The model 3 is king, even the SR 1 with 5.1 0-60
Incredible that back in 2018 it was considered the best mainstream sedan and now if felt behind... I own a touring 2.0 2019 and and even if the taillights don't look that good, I need to force myself to like it for a few more years! Hoping that Honda brings wireless android auto- apple car play for 2018-2020 models. Thank you for your review
My family owns a 19 CRV and a 20 Accord Hybrid. Both great vehicles but I personally prefer the Accord, rides smoother and a lot easier to drive and handle.
Even the Malibu 1.5t is quicker than the Accord 1.5t in Motor Trend handling test: "The Malibu lapped our figure-eight course in 27.4 seconds averaging 0.63 g through the process and managed 0.84 g average during lateral acceleration tests" 2018 Accord 1.5t only registered a lateral grip of 0.81g versus 0.78 and a figure-eight time of 27.7 seconds at 0.61g A Malibu 1.5T can be had for US$13,000 good luck finding Japanese competition that inexpensive.
Anybody has an accord with a 1.5 engine and over 180 k miles? Most fail at around 80k especially if they have a turbo because that's a heavy car to have such a tiny engine and it also can't handle the turbo in the little engine although the mpgs are great. A 2.0 or higher Accord is better for longevity. But that's just my opinion.
The wheels do look nice though. I prefer the 2017 accord Touring v6. A NA v6 is a must have for me regardless if the turbo is quicker. The v6 will simply last longer and the v6 is a dying breed My choice though is the 2020 Camry XSE v6 I thought Toyota had worse tech than Honda Sofyan. Guess that’s not the case now...
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NASTY NOISE. MAYBE THEY NEED A CVT ON THE GENERATOR PORTION TO CUT DOWN ON THE ENGINE REVS
You rightly mentioned Hyundai and Kia, which both are killing it right now with value, tech, and performance, plus the old canned response of "yeah, but their reliability, and build quality sucks" just doesn't hold water anymore... I always ask those who say that if they have driven one in the past 2 or 3 model years, and the answer is always no, which means the opinion is based on rumor or hearsay...
It does still have the performance edge. But I'm not sure about steering feel. It was always numb and lacking in response and linearity to me. Speaking as an owner.
@Redline Reviews, very nice review. You can actually get a heated steering wheel as a dealer accessory add on.
I'm surprised your viewership isn't enough alone and you need to have sponsors.
Own a 2.0T sport and its a brilliant car for the money. The acceleration really pulls for a family sedan.
Yep both that and the sonata n line are great!
@J20 says the kid who likes his own comments.
@J20 they don’t catch on fire anymore, and I’m not a kid.
@Nomen Clature me or him are you talking about?
But the ride on that 2.0T is firm right ? Even the N Line Sonata's ride is firm .
I built those cars for 23 years in Marysville, Ohio. I wish they still built a two door version.
Agreed! I drive a 2015 Accord EX-L V6 Coupe White Orchid Pearl with the black and tan leather interior. Ive owned it for 5 years and currently have 67k on it. Its been a fantastic car and I still get 35 mpg on long trips to Texas from Tennessee. Im keeping it for another 5 years for sure! Maybe longer!!
You probably put together my 2002 Accord LX. Thank you. 😉
@@just4ivaylo92 , you're welcome.
You made some of the best cars man. Thank you so much! When did you stop making them?
@@gauravramasani9395, thank you. I retired June 1st 2018.
This makes way more sense than any EV under 50k right now. Great fuel economy and solid build quality, if I didn't need AWD, I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
I’m sure they come in awd
@@cameronknowles6267 the accord?
It's so revealing when he does the acceleration test. If the car doesn't make him giggle even a tiny bit, then you KNOW it is disappointing. If he busts out with joyful laughter, then you know the car is a beast.
That’s what she said
Giggity
The taillight is the only thing I hate about on this generation, otherwise this is the perfect Accord.
Should’ve put the Inspire’s taillights on it and it would’ve worked
@@vsrap71 Ah yes that taillight is perfect, I was wondering why Honda didn't put that in this Accord.
Its not as bad as the 2018 version, the 2021 is less lobster claw like.....
Yeah I agree when I first saw it, the rear reminded me of like a Buick, just really weird. I actually think all around, the insight looks better. The front end of the accord looks great but the rear is just so ug
The taillights really look like a stapler!
The sound of that engine at full tilt was soul crushing. The 2017 Honda Accord V6 Touring is still the best looking and performing Accord.
Honda got it right with that one🏎
Looking no but performing yes
2.0t turbos outperform any V6 accord ever made. This one sounds like this because it's not turbo charged and it only has 126 horsepower without the electric motors so it strains when u go full throttle, even if the electric motors give it more horsepower, the non hybrid one is not like that at all with 250hp, and detuned at that
@@hak2297 outperform in speed but not in engine sound. I drive a 2017 V6 touring and it sounds better than any base German car. You really need to drive a 3.5 Vtec to know what the sound we are talking about
Note to self: go to older videos and look at sofyan's hair
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Omg
Where are my Honda owners at??
2011 Accord V6 here 😊
2019 accord touring 2.0t.
2.0T sport 2020 Accord 👌🏼🙌🏼
@@drewbenefield2001 If people know their Hondas then they would know that the 19+ Touring only came with the 2.0T engine though. It's only all the other trims that we need to know the engine displacement.
That being said I have the 2020 Honda Touring 😊
2021 accord touring 2.0 sonic gray pearl over hear
I own the 2019 2.0t Touring. I’m still loving it!!
You at the repair more with your Honda now?
@@58sing99 it never broke. It was a software update.
@@58sing99 lmao, the Koreans will always be better hopefully
Oh nice what color is yours ?
@@2004cyrusWhite Diamond Pearl.
Bought this exact color 2021 hybrid, changed out from 19 inch rims/tires to 17 inch and love the smoother ride . Very quite cabin, easy to average 40 mpg combined.Also bought a space saver tire , and jack.
I love my 2018 accord LX, paid 21,900 that year for it brand new. Best purchase ever. Nice pull, great gas mileage and really thoughtful features. I don’t even miss the apple car play considering the price point. Still on original tires and brakes. Just great.
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One thing that’s extremely disappointed about this refresh is the new start up chime. The 2018-2020 Accords had the best start up ever. It was very elegant the new one sounds like a old 2003 Accord 🤦🏽♂️
Not really the older Honda’s had a different chime
I think the sweet spot is the Hybrid, especially if you live in a big city. 0-60 is 0.5 seconds faster than 1.5T, and MPG is twice the 2.0T.
Plus I’ve heard the 1.5T has some issues.
Haven’t heard many problems with the 2.0
This is without a doubt the best Accord ever designed. It’s hard to believe that the complete redesign in 2023 is getting closer.
To be quite honest this should be redesigned in 2025, it looks completely up to date
Nah. '16-17 is the best looking design IMO.
looks like unfinished project to me.
This is so ugly
@@kaynanwilliams2552 The full redesign/new generation comes out in the fall of 2022 as a 2023 model.
I'm so sick and tired of SUV's- seriously, there are far too many. I love the Accord- great review.
SUVs are great vehicles, from car-based SUVs to traditional SUVs, but what I don’t like is how they’re making sedans disappear
Cuz why will you pay 40k for car like accord if you can pay 43k for the highlander, pilot, telluride, soranto etc, that why and more space
@@AUA-camChannelwithNoName Good Riddance. I get stuck with sedan rentals and hate it. They sit too low and lack storage. I love crossovers. They should have been invented sooner.
@@user-tb7rn1il3q Not everyone feels the way you do, but understand your preference.
@@kromahj Not everyone wants or needs a SUV. And there isn't an Accord model over $38K and there are many mid sized CUV's well over $50K. All good, you like what you like.
I love the accord but Honda kinda socks at refreshes lol. All we needed was a premium audio system and full LED taillights.
However... I won't be too judgemental since this car will be 4 years old in a few months. A redesign will be here in about 2 years and it's a guarantee it's gonna be class leading like it's always been
Also pano roof and 360 camera. Also improve the head up display
@@naveenthemachine 360 camera is something that should be there as well. I knew the panoramic moonroof wouldn't be added, which is one reason I didn't buy this.
@@kyron2092 yeah only for this refresh they added parking sensors with automatic braking and reverse auto braking
They also need better materials went with my Mazda 6 because there’s too much fake leather and hard plastic on the doors
@@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175 I 100% agree Honda should go the Mazda route and become more premium. I see it’s the direction Honda is going with the new civic’s interior.
That engine sounds like a shop vac cleaning a flooded basement. Unacceptable for any price point, especially from Honda.
That's the brand of the intake
You got that one right.
That’s what a hybrid sounds like.
If you are constantly flooring your hybrid, you have the wrong car.
🤣😂🤣😂🤣
The engine noise would be a deal breaker. That would get annoying quickly.
The engine noise goes away. It is peppy and it has Honda race car heritage. Once the car breaks in after a few thousand miles you dont even think about the engine growl.
Do you do 0-60 tests every day? If so yes, it is bothersome
If Honda does not offer AWD, Panoramic moonroof, bigger screen and premium speakers on the 2022 Accord, they won’t get my money.
Agreed. NO 360 camera. crappy generic Honda branded speaker system. Also no full screen digital gauge cluster. No heated steering wheel. No LED interior lights. This car is behind the competition.
@Bradley C Price Honda needs to up their Acura game rather than downgrade their family cars. Acura doesn’t come close to Mercedes, Audi standards.
Leased the 19’ 2.0 Sport and got 22 MPG average. Then got the EX-L 1.5 and MPG is around 35 on average and performance is still good. The 1.5 is the best comprise on MPG and performance IMO.
Yeah but u gotta worry about oil dilution issues with the 1.5 T 😫
easily the best mid-size sedan on the market. i'm a mazda fanboy, but the 6 needs a transmission with more gears to compete. people complain about the looks of this gen accord, and i have no idea what they're smoking. it's a gorgeous car, and i love the fastback-like sloping roofline.
I agree the 2.0T Sport is the way to go to avoid the CVT
1.CAmry 2.accord
@@andersonrodriguez8258 it’s funny cuz i traded in my 2018 camry se for a 2019 2.0T sport and every aspect of the car is better especially for someone that’s 6’3 talk your shit tho
I am a big Mazda fan also, and can't wait for the new rwd Mazda 6 with the I6 engine. Going to be the real benchmark in this class.
I also agree with you about the Accord styling, even though I still think the 3G Mazda 6 looks better inside and out.
I’m a huge Mazda fan as well and I think the accord is amazing and it beats the 6 in certain areas. I’m pretty much a sucker for anything with a fastback design so the accord is the most stand out in it class for me. Literally nothing breaks my neck like it. However, the next gen Mazda 6 with the inline 6 is absolutely number 1 on my list right now to replace my 2016 optima. The accord is number 2 and that’s simply because we have no clue what Honda is planning.
Came for the Accord stayed for the hair loss treatment
me too lmao
No joke me too! Lol
Bruh,remove the mask from your avatar,lol.cringe.
@@originaldelta "Bruh" ? what, are you 12 years old? Grow the F up
FINALLY THEY GAVE THE TOURING BETTER WHEELS 👏
You don’t like the 2018-2020 Touring wheels?
@@mroaquin not really I prefer the wheels on the sports
“Earth Dreams” sounds like a 70s album
😂😂😂
😂 sounds terrible
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If they made the accord with a sport back trunk, that would be a game changer.
It might as well have a hatch now. Drop the seats for flat cargo area and that would level up the Accord . Might even sway a few SUV shoppers?
@@monkeywkeys3916 I made a very similar comment since I didn't see this first, but basically all family sedans should be lift / sport back and offer AWD. Get as close as you can without becoming a crossover. Buick Regal GS was secretly a great family sedan, that, sadly, was quickly cancelled :(
@@monkeywkeys3916 I think the Accord would lose a lot of it's identify if changed to a hatch. Keep that nice sedan shape but throw in the sport back truck like how the Kia stinger does it. Yes please!
Accord wagon would having me boned up for life.
Yep agreed, it has the silhouette. They're just stuck in their ways with traditions. They dropped the ball, would have sold way more.
It's good to see you correctly describe the transmission in the hybrid, Weber Auto on youtube physically breaks down this transmission and shows how it works. The only wear part is the clutch pack that connects to the gas 2.0 motor, the transmission should out last both the other transmissions. Keep up the excellent reviews.
Just drove my moms 18 accord hybrid for the first time last week and now I understand why she loves it so much. Definitely a great car with a very nice interior for the price.
I'm 28 and balding. I just shave it all off and rock it. Only way to go!
don't keep the scraps it looks ridiculous
Losing your hair isn't so bad .
@@bobbowie9350 Not so bad as long as you're The Rock, Michael Jordan, or Jeff Bezos.
You should get some hair loss prevention pills bro
The accord touring 2.0t doesn’t even compete with the sonata, K5 or Camry anymore. It’s competing with base model 330is, a4 and c300s. It’s that good.
However, it’s not in the same category when it comes to the interior.
Does that make the Camry a bad choice?
I was really hoping those lobster claw tail lamps would be revised on the 21 model. Oh well.
Staplers
They look good at night
I hear ya man... Probably will be changed end of 2022 for 2023 model
Completely trash. I purchased a 2020 touring 2.0t. Been in the shop 4 times already. Has a major problem with it electrical system
So what is your next move?
Sale it. We have 4 Honda accord. Always been in our family. this is the first time I had issues like this. I think I'm done with honda. Time to find a new family tradition
@@elighaterrell1595 come to toyotas but people will shut those brands down because of old school thinking. I have had toyotas myself and best buck for the money. One of them a 05 matrix with almost 200k.miles without much work done and now have 2020 corolla with the same engine from 05 matrix my old one... doing what's its supposed to do
Thanks. I have been thinking about going with them. I'm waiting to see what the new 2022 tundra looks like. That may just be my entry in the brand
I don't get Honda's logic on the refresh for the Hybrid, I remember when companies tried to improve fuel economy instead of sticking big, heavy, dragging 19" rims.
People were actually complaining that the previous wheel size was too small
@@f181234 It's looking like 2022 will do away with the 19s in favor of 17s or 18s since they're doing it on the insight and civic touring as well. The 19s just had too many problems from terrible fuel efficiency to frequent tire replacement. The forums are full of people having issues. A few people even preemptively traded their wheels for 17s with someone who had a different trim. The 19s are a dealbreaker for me on the touring.
I have a 2018 1.5T Touring Accord and I absolutely love it! Normally 3 years in, I am starting to get bored and ready for a new ride but not with this Accord. It has all the tech features, practicality, and drivability that satisfies me. I thought about the 2.0T when I bought it and also the Hybrid but the deals on the hybrid were practically non existent and I decided the 1.5 was good enough to keep me happy (and I was right). Finally gas mileage is nothing short of phenomenal. When I am driving conservatively, I can see over 40 mpg on the highway. That makes me very happy. When I do replace this car, there is a good chance I will do so with another Accord. No sense in doing that until after 2023 when it is completely redesigned. My wishlist for that redesign: get rid of the claw like taillights and replace with a full LED set. Also let’s go full digital on the instrument cluster like the Civic and CR-V.
The styling has grown on me. I think its the best looking in class
After 5 years i still love my Honda Accord sport 1.5 like the first day i bought it
Remember guys its not how much power you have. but the delivery of that power.
Honda should have kept the V6, like the Camry
Set in the Seat of many in this class....but the few times i set in the passenger seat of this Gen Accord ...i dont think i felt more comfortable as just the passenger, and everything felt just right...Truly Believe it is King and will be for years regardless of how it looks on the outside.
In the US sedan sales are falling off a cliff Accord and Camry use too sell almost 450k units a year each
The Camry still sells over 300K units a year
@@naveenthemachine which is absolutely amazing 😻
Both still sell more
@@kromahj Nah, the accord sales dropped badly. try again
@@58sing99 you right tho, I feel like the old generation accord was better then those new one
The accord is good but with awd it can be better. C'mon honda make it happen
Honda doesn’t really listen to consumers
@@AUA-camChannelwithNoName I feel it would eat into the TLX sells if they offered AWD
@@mysterigx_ Yes this is so true and honestly with the Touring model there really isn't any point of getting the TLX. That logo isn't worth that extra $10K+
This is why they have Acura but honestly they do need to intro AWD though to keep SUVs at bay. I just hope they don't pair it with the 1.5T engine only though.
@@volcalstone that’s probably what they will do like Toyota only offers AWD on the base 2.5 engine because if the V6 has it it could eat into Avalon and Lexus ES sales
Gotta get rid of those awful taillights design. 1998 accord has better taillight design. They could just perfect it and it will attract more customers
The bones are all wrong in this car.
that engine noise is no joke. cvt is just not my thing. great video
The touring does not have a cvt. it has a 10spd automatic
Idk... the 2016/2017 accord is still my favorite look all around!
Agreed. Touring v6
I have a 2021 Accord. Coming from a Fusion it’s amazing.
I like the look of the pre refresh accord. Especially the front end
The Kia and Hyundai don't drive with the refinement level of the Accord. It's that simple.
Hmmm that new k5 is crazy
I have a ‘19 Accord Sport 2.0T. It’s been a good daily driver. I don’t care for the tail lights but besides that, there are really no complaints.
It’s funny how everyone complains about the Accord’s tail lights, but not the NSX’s. They are the exact same.
While similar in styling, the NSX is much better executed imo. However for me at least, the Accord's taillight design wouldn't be a deal breaker.
Because the NSX is a supercar body style....
Nsx isn't a looker either. It looks basic
@@bobbowie9350
I couldn't disagree more. My favorite supercar by far.
Just like you said it doesn't wow me. There is no denying the Honda accord. Honda has been doing this for centuries and have earned every praise. I've been with Honda for a while now and times before and I've just grown numb to it. Honda just doesn't excite me anymore. I guess I've gotten to the point that it's time to experience other manufacturers and what they offer. I know what to expect from Honda and that's a compliment.
Unless you want to "experience" dealer service departments, your only alternative to Honda/Acura is Toyota/Lexus, or maybe Mazda. No thanks.
for 2017 this is great but for 2021.... meh. esp the interior quality. its pushing 40k and that touchscreen looks TINY
I'm watching here and wondering what you could possibly mean about "wow factor". I'm cross-shopping these sedans for purchase and the Accord seems just brutally competent at everything.
I'm thinking that maybe you're suffering from a bias of overfamiliarity. They're all brand new for 2021 as far as I'm concerned. Do you dig what I'm saying? You've had 3 years to get bored with the Accord, but you haven't been in the others that long.
I'm trying to avoid putting subjective thoughts into this but I have to say that some of the specific examples that you did give - like the lack of certain display graphics and the mixed guage cluster - those are weak arguments. Like - who in my position would reject an Accord on that basis?
But despite these minor complaints about your presentation I do appreciate your content. You do good work and you're helping me with my research. Thanks.
Exactly. Who is expecting "wow" in a low-priced family sedan? This is not a $50K Lexus or $70K Mercedes.
Can we talk about the fact that the Camry only sells more because Toyota sells to rental companies and Honda doesn’t
I wanted this car so bad but after the nightmare I just went through with my 2014, I decided on the Camry 😦
Still, this car is nice, especially in blue 💙
Two years ago today! This still my first car.
that acceleration noise was terrible
My daily is a 2006 Acura TL and it's amazing to see how many features are now in the Hondas these days.
3:41 wait really. To me the horizontal lights look more premium to me.
I love the 2019 ones over this one as well
This is why I opted for the 2020 model instead when I got my Accord Touring. I really don't like the added lines of chrome on the grille as well. It's like they went backwards in design.
I would take this engine option over the 1.5t. No oil dilution or carbon build up issues
That drone would kill me. Reeeeeeeee
I was upset the Accord doesn't show up the individuals tired pressure.
YES! SO F***IN' ANNOYING!!!!!!!
No it sounds like it should wear a RAV4 badge for what you want!! The Accord has always been the the sportier option when compared to the Camry. I will always love Honda/ Acura hence why I own one. Great review Sofyan.
But the Camry is more comfortable and it rides better and the v6 is a lot smoother and it’ll be more reliable long term than it’s competitors
Also it has some nice touches not available on the accord.
@@naveenthemachine agree and it has a 8 speed no cvt no turbos complication over time especially if u a bad owner and change the oil every 10K miles with a turbo car Thts killer
@@naveenthemachine it has a more unique design
For $37K, why not just get a Tesla Model 3? This car is way out of its league at that price. $25K makes a lot more sense.
Accord Hybrid 0-60 Guide!
Turn off traction control, enable brake hold function, put it in sport mode, come to a complete stop, take the foot of the brake pedal, and when ready, smash the gas pedal as fast as possible. The key is to hit the gas pedal instantly! No 2 feet engine revving method required. Electric motors respond better if u hit the gas pedal instantly from a complete stop. I clocked 0-60 in 6.3 seconds with a little bit of a tire spin, so I'm sure it can do 0-60 in 6 seconds. Mine is a 2018 Accord Hybrid
Damn!! The Keeps sponsorship shoutout was the most entertaining piece of this review!!!! I was laughing my ass of while Sofyan kept a straight face talking about male pattern baldness then he mentioned that subscribers commented that he was losing hair himself! Ouch.
Love my 2021 accord 2.0 touring sonic gray pearl, thanks for the review of the hybrid!
It's just a matter of time before companies weasel their products into videos. UA-cam is slowly turning into cable TV with ad after ad after ad., I remember when the internet was ad-free and such a pleasurable experience, before facebook, twitter & google destroyed it.
The radar sensor needs to be behind the H logo, it’s still looks a bit tacky
I saw a Fit today and guess where the radar was; behind the H emblem. So they can do it...
Four years with this Accord design. A redesign of the taillights could improve look ! Slainte' ! Cheers !
It’s only the 4th year of this design.
Five years ago was 2016 this gen came out in 2018
@@Joepaq Oops, my mistake. Meant 4, thanks for correction.
That engine noise was super disappointing. I have a 2020 Mazda6 right now but want a hybrid, that engine noise just took this off the short list of options.
The rear legroom is huge but headroom is pretty limited. I'm a big Honda fan (mostly) but can't Honda give us some gizmos or flourishes? Pano roof? Sunshades? AWD? EVERY family sedan in the future should be a sport / liftback and at least offer AWD
Should put on the title that it's a hybrid...
I ❤️my Honda Accord Touring 2.0T but for $38K it needs a heated steering wheel, more sound insulation and stronger ventilated front seats.
the droning 4 cylinder LITERALLY sounds like a lawnmover. like i made sure my neighbor wasn't mowing his lawn lol
Reminded me of weed Wacker or bush trimmer lol...
I like that after all these years, Honda finally gave the Accord a digital speedometer that does MPH. Even though it's always had a digital display in the instrument cluster lmao
The speedo is still nalog - not a screen. mentioned at 7:15 of video.
@@johnbonner2656 the tach is digital. The Speedo is analog
@@naveenthemachine I know. I own one.
@@johnbonner2656 yes but the digital display will now show an MPH digital speedometer in the center as well. Previous years only showed KM.
They should really get rid of those claws on the bottom of the tail lights. I edited one in photoshop and car looks way better.
That's funny cause I did the same thing last night on a pic of my 20 Accord Touring. The thing for me is that I did some overlays in real life plus darken the red portion and it makes the lights look way better. It still isn't my favorite but way better then stock.
That engine noise,yuck! Honda flagship?
I would argue that the Touring 2.0T is the real flagship of the Accord lineup.
Do people not understand that this is the hybrid and that there’s a 2.0t with a 10 speed?
@@kyron2092 No we get it, this one is still a Honda Accord though, so no excuse for this shitty can of an engine
@@atobee2595 well it sure seemed like you couldn't tell. The 2.0t sounds pretty good for a 4 cyl and is quieter than this one. But how is this a shitty engine? It makes tons of low down torque, it puts it's power down better than anything in the class and it the most refined 4 cyl in the class alongside the 2.5 in the mazda6. Would you rather the less refined Korean options or a v6?
@@kyron2092
The 2.0T is all those things you described. The hybrid powertrain in this video sounds absolutely hideous when Sofyan goes full throttle. Mostly the CVT I think.
Honestly Honda did such a good job in this car they are affecting their Acura TLX sale. It is 20k more and is slower in a straight line. The Acura probably just looks better.
After 3 years, I still can't get with how this thing looks. 😭
It looks especially awful from the rear 3/4
@Henderson Guy the interior is a huge step back from the previous generation.
@@bobbowie9350 the materials seem to be pretty similar with the current civic. Its fine in a civic, but feels kind of cheap in an accord. I really wanted to like this gen. I would love a larger sedan with the 6 speed, but just couldn't accept this being an accord. Gonna just pick up a 18 mazda6 6 speed if I can find one
We switched from Honda to Toyota when they dropped the V6 engine.
All car companies need to make sedans liftbacks to compete with CUVs.
Good luck on people wanting SUVs and crossovers when gasoline is $4.25 a gallon!
The engine noise is so unpleasant
Why does the acceleration sound like that. Sounds like those 03 - 05 Altima transmissions when they go bad. Honda please stop the shenanigans 😂🤣😭
Camry, Legacy, Altima, K5, Charger, Mazda 6 , Chrysler 300, Stinger, Fusion, all offer AWD options yet TLX has SH-AWD not the Accord.
@Smok3 SHO Altima is offers Intelligent AWD. Toyota is adding AWD to Camry for the first time in the next gen. K5's LXS and GT-Line trims offer AWD. Fusion also has Intelligent All-Wheel Drive on SE and Titanium trims. Mazda 6's next gen also will introduce AWD options.
@@AcurAEX at the moment, only the legacy comes with AWD standard
The Altima offered AWD since 2019 redesign, Camry 4 cylinder has offered AWD since early 2020. The k5 also offers AWD on the 1.5
Mazda does not, nor does the sonata or accord. Fusion is dead and the charger and 300 are bigger and way heavier although not much pricier actually
@@naveenthemachine Thank you. I also believe they'll all turn electric eventually lol.
@@AcurAEX the Camry has AWD on their 2.5 for the 2020 and up models
@Smok3 SHO
The Fusion Sport did have awd, however the Fusion has been discontinued from Ford for 2021. The Altima, K5, and Camry also offer awd. You are correct about the Mazda 6 though.
I am right here to find out...
Great review
Watching from Nigeria
I got major hair loss... ON MY BALLS.😂
I've been saying it for years that the accord needs to add the panoramic roof option..
Even Acura doesn't have panoroof in their sedans.
@@WaheedKhan-ly9xh you get a pano roof in a Camry that’s thousands cheaper than the acura
Going from 300hp down to a 212hp to get a hybrid is exactly why ppl will move to ev... no compromise u get v6 speeds and 300+hp wo that loss. A camry today w a v6 is better than this weaker hybrid. The model 3 is king, even the SR 1 with 5.1 0-60
Very detailed review and a lot of information to absorb...excellent review!
Get rid of the garnin nav and bring the old honda map and update it
I almost purchased one but that CVT. I can’t handle that sound it seems like the transmission is slipping,just saying
Get the 2.0t then, no cvt
Camry >>>>
Get a 2.0T with no cvt and cold air intake and it rides with style
Or play good music, u won't hear it.
Love everything about this car, except the front end. It's like they're competing with Lexus to see who can make the biggest grill lol
Incredible that back in 2018 it was considered the best mainstream sedan and now if felt behind... I own a touring 2.0 2019 and and even if the taillights don't look that good, I need to force myself to like it for a few more years! Hoping that Honda brings wireless android auto- apple car play for 2018-2020 models. Thank you for your review
That sounds just like a giant leaf blower....LOL.
15:26 FUNNIEST PART OF THE WHOLE VIDEO. SOFYAN'S FACE SAYS IT ALL
With all plus and minuses, I still think that Accord its better choice then CRV, for family of 4.
My family owns a 19 CRV and a 20 Accord Hybrid. Both great vehicles but I personally prefer the Accord, rides smoother and a lot easier to drive and handle.
Came for the Honda Accord but stayed for the lawn mower
I was hoping to see an Accord 1.5t review since you've done a review on every version of the Accord except the 1.5t.
Even the Malibu 1.5t is quicker than the Accord 1.5t in Motor Trend handling test:
"The Malibu lapped our figure-eight course in 27.4 seconds averaging 0.63 g through the process and managed 0.84 g average during lateral acceleration tests"
2018 Accord 1.5t only registered a lateral grip of 0.81g versus 0.78 and a figure-eight time of 27.7 seconds at 0.61g
A Malibu 1.5T can be had for US$13,000 good luck finding Japanese competition that inexpensive.
There is a reason for that.
Anybody has an accord with a 1.5 engine and over 180 k miles? Most fail at around 80k especially if they have a turbo because that's a heavy car to have such a tiny engine and it also can't handle the turbo in the little engine although the mpgs are great. A 2.0 or higher Accord is better for longevity. But that's just my opinion.
That new startup chime sounds terrible
The wheels do look nice though. I prefer the 2017 accord Touring v6. A NA v6 is a must have for me regardless if the turbo is quicker. The v6 will simply last longer and the v6 is a dying breed
My choice though is the 2020 Camry XSE v6
I thought Toyota had worse tech than Honda Sofyan. Guess that’s not the case now...