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2016 Honda Accord

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2016 LX 4dr Sedan w/6-Spd Manual
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Price:   -  From $22,205
2016 LX 4dr Sedan w/CVT Price:   -  From $22,205
2016 LX-S 2dr Coupe w/6-Spd Manual Price:   -  From $23,875
2016 LX-S 2dr Coupe w/CVT Price:   -  From $23,875
2016 Sport 4dr Sedan w/6-Spd Manual Price:   -  From $24,265
2016 Sport 4dr Sedan w/CVT Price:   -  From $24,265
2016 EX 4dr Sedan w/6-Spd Manual Price:   -  From $25,580
2016 EX 4dr Sedan w/CVT Price:   -  From $25,580
2016 EX 2dr Coupe w/6-Spd Manual Price:   -  From $26,000
2016 EX 2dr Coupe w/CVT Price:   -  From $26,000
2016 EX-L 4dr Sedan w/CVT Price:   -  From $28,670
2016 EX-L 2dr Coupe w/CVT Price:   -  From $28,845
2016 EX-L V-6 4dr Sedan w/6-Spd Automatic Price:   -  From $30,745
2016 EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/6-Spd Automatic Price:   -  From $31,025
2016 EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/6-Spd Manual Price:   -  From $31,025
2016 Touring 2dr Coupe w/6-Spd Automatic Price:   -  From $34,225
2016 Touring 4dr Sedan w/6-Spd Automatic Price:   -  From $34,680
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Overview

Comfortable interiors, easy driving manners, and a history of strong resale value make the Honda Accord a top choice in the family sedan class. The lineup also offers a V6-powered coupe, a rarity in the class.

What's New for 2016

The 2016 Honda Accord receives a major refresh that includes a number of noteworthy additions and revisions. The most obvious of these changes include revised front and rear fascias, grille, taillights and new wheel designs. Sport trims and above also get LED foglights. Improvements continue with a redesigned interior and updated technologies including a 7-inch enhanced touchscreen interface (available on EX-L, EX-L V-6, and Touring) that’s compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration programs. Honda Sensing is now also available on all trim levels, and the Accord Plug-in Hybrid has been discontinued.

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Choosing Your Honda Accord

As is often the case with Hondas, your choice in trim level largely determines how your Accord is equipped. That being said, there are two decisions that will need to be made: whether you want a sedan or a coupe, and whether you are interested in Honda Sensing.

Honda Sensing is a suite of advanced safety and driver-assist technologies, now available at all trim levels. Selecting this option bumps the price by $1,000 and adds Collision Mitigation Braking System, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Assist, Road Departure Mitigation, and Adaptive Cruise Control.

There are virtually no other options or packages that can be added.

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LX

The entry-level Accord starts with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, paired with a six-speed manual transmission, that generates 185 horsepower and delivers an estimated 23 mpg city/34 mpg highway. Also available is a continuously variable transmission (CVT) automatic that offers an estimated 27/37 mpg. Additional standard equipment includes Bluetooth streaming audio, a multi-angle rearview camera, dual-zone automatic climate control, power door locks and windows, a four-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3 input, cruise control, and halogen headlights.

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Sport

Choosing the Sport trim adds a slightly more powerful 189-horsepower engine, 19-inch alloy wheels, dual exhaust tips, a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, aluminum pedals, LED daytime running lights, fog lights, a 60/40 split folding rear seat, and a spoiler.

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EX

Selecting the EX trim builds on the LX trim by adding 17-inch alloy wheels, a power moonroof, Honda LaneWatch, keyless entry and start, heated side mirrors, HomeLink Remote system, a six-speaker audio system, and SiriusXM capability.

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EX-L

Building on the EX equipment, the EX-L adds leather upholstery, driver seat memory functions, a four-way power adjustable passenger seat, heated front seats, a 360-Watt audio system with seven speakers, a 7-inch touchscreen display, power-folding mirrors, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

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EX-L V6

As the name suggests, the EX-L V6 adds on the EX-L with a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 278 horsepower that delivers an estimated 21/34 mpg. It also adds dual exhaust tips and steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

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Touring

The line-topping Touring builds on all the EX-L V6 offerings (minus the paddle shifters) by adding the Honda Sensing features suite, satellite-linked navigation system with voice recognition, automatic LED headlights, heated rear seats, rain-sensing wipers, parking sensors, automatic high-beams, and 19-inch alloy wheels.

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Any trim level offers good value, so shop according to taste and budget. Drivers considering the Honda Sensing package should know that the adaptive cruise control and collision warning systems have been criticized for being a bit over-reactive. We recommend experiencing them for yourself before committing to them.

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The refreshed 2016 Honda Accord combines surprisingly enjoyable driving dynamics, a comfortable interior, and excellent fuel economy to create a top contender in the highly competitive family sedan segment.

Pricing and Equipment

The 2016 Honda Accord is offered as a two-door coupe or four-door sedan. An overachieving 185-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed manual transmission arrive standard in both the coupe and sedan. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is optional on all four-cylinder models. A silky-smooth 278-horsepower V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission powers the EX-L V6 and Touring models.

Note: Honda will not offer the hybrid for the 2016 model year.

Pricing for the sedan's six trim levels is as follows:

  • The 2.4-liter four-cylinder LX starts at $22,925 with manual; Sport, $24,985 with manual; EX, $26,300 with CVT; and EX-L, $29,390 with CVT.
  • The EX-L V6 starts at $31,465 with a six-speed automatic, and the top-trim Touring begins at $35,400 with a six-speed automatic.

The coupe's trim levels and pricing:

  • The 2.4-liter four-cylinder LX-S starts at $34,775 with manual; EX, $25,900 with manual; EX-L, $28,745 with CVT.
  • V6 models with a six-speed automatic transmission include the EX-L V6 for $30,925 and Touring that starts at $34,125.

(Prices do not include an $820 destination charge.)

Performance Pros

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Whether you choose the 2.4-liter four-cylinder or the 3.5-liter V6, the Honda Accord offers an exciting driving dynamic largely missing from the family sedan segment. Four-cylinder models arrive with a highly praised six-speed manual transmission. A retuned CVT is optional, but yields the maximum fuel economy.

I recently spent a week with the top-trim 278-horsepower V6 Touring model. Attached to a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic, the Touring provides excellent acceleration and plenty of confidence on the road.

Honda’s recent refresh focused on giving the 2016 Accord sportier handling characteristics. Changes included the addition of high-performance dampers, tweaks to the electric steering and numerous structural reinforcements. The result is an Accord that is compliant and fun to drive around town. The solid chassis also shines on the highway where passing is a breeze.

  • Braking is excellent, even in panic stops where the Accord remains composed and ready.
  • The revised steering is direct and offers a nice level of feedback.
  • Gas mileage in the four-cylinder CVT is 27 mpg city and 37 mpg highway. The V6 returns up to 21 mpg city and 34 mpg highway. All models use regular unleaded gasoline.

Performance Cons

Unlike the majority of the Accord’s competitors, Honda doesn’t include a way to manually shift the six-speed automatic. This wouldn’t be a big deal, except that the transmission can take longer to make downshifts than I prefer. Considering the power of the V6 and the sporty nature of the Accord, the omission of paddle shifters seems odd.

Interior Pros

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The open feeling of the Accord’s interior sets it apart from many other vehicles in the segment. The design gives the driver and passengers the feeling that the Accord is much bigger than it looks from the outside.

  • The instrument cluster features gigantic analog-look speedometer, tachometer, fuel, and temperature gauges that are bold and easy to read.
  • The fit and finish of the Accord is exemplary. The upscale feeling of the Accord’s interior, even in the lower trim levels, strives to belie the vehicle’s price tag. My Touring model featured comfortable leather seats, ample soft-touch surfaces, and attractive wood-grain accents that could easily have been lifted from the luxury-brand Acura’s parts bin.
  • The sedan gives rear-seat passengers plenty of room to spread out, while the coupe is certainly tighter quarters but not cramped for two.
  • The sedan’s nice-size trunk is big enough for family road trips. Typical for the design, the coupe loses a couple cubic feet of cargo space.
  • The dual screens in the upper trim levels take a little while to get used to, and some feel they clutter the dashboard, but I grew to appreciate them. The top screen works well as a navigation master display and for displaying the optional LaneWatch blind-spot side view camera.

Interior Cons

For some reason Honda insists on forgoing a real volume knob. The steering wheel-mounted volume control is great for the driver, but passengers are left to deal with a weird touch panel that only seems to work part of the time.

The Most Pleasant Surprise

I loved the silky-smooth acceleration of the V6. The sound that it makes is wonderful. I don’t know how else to explain it, but the lovely noises it makes sound expensive.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

The fact that you can get shifter paddles to manually control the Sport’s CVT, but you can’t even order them as an option on the top-trim V6 model.

The Bottom Line

Honda Accord

The Honda Accord is a longtime favorite in the family sedan segment. The 2016 refresh adds even more value, with modernized styling, excellent standard features and a ride quality often reserved for vehicles that offer far less utility and economy. The coupe also offers excellent value and dynamic driving with sleeker lines that are more aggressive but at a loss of overall utility and function.

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Specs & Features

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Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.4L I-4 / 185 HP / 181 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 6-spd man w/OD
Available: 2-spd sequential shift control CVT w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
23 / 34 / 28 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.4L I-4 / 185 HP / 181 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
23 / 34 / 28 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
17.2 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$66
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
15.8 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
103 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
192.5 "
Exterior Width
72.8 "
Exterior Height
57.7 "
Front Headroom
39.1 "
Rear Headroom
37.5 "
Front Legroom
42.5 "
Rear Legroom
38.5 "
Front Shoulder Room
58.6 "
Rear Shoulder Room
56.5 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,170 Lbs. / 3,239 Lbs.
Wheel Base
109 "
Turning Radius
19.0 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
16.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 17.0 " Chrome Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote, Convex Spotter Driver
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Chrome
Rear Spoiler
Lip / Wing
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
Full Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
4
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Smartvent Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Smartvent Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Forward Collision Mitigation / Collision Mitigation Braking System Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

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