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2009 Honda Accord Sedan Review

July 20, 2009

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

reliable transportation doesn't have to be bland
Edmunds

a bit anonymous from certain angles
Cars.com

a crisper, more substantial look
Kelley Blue Book

pretty fantastic
Automobile Magazine

loses some of the distinctive greenhouse shape
Car and Driver

The 2009 Honda Accord has a softer, more conservative appeal than its coupe cousin, but it’s still an attractive vehicle.

Edmunds sings the Honda’s praises, declaring its "eye-catching styling proves that reliable transportation doesn't have to be bland." According to Kelley Blue Book, "a bolder front end, deeper side sculpting and more pronounced fender flares give the all-new 2009 Honda Accord Sedan a crisper, more substantial look."

Cars.com describes this 2009 Honda as "a bit anonymous from certain angles," adding that it is "as assertive as the coupe when viewed head-on, but it loses some presence as you move around to the sides and rear." Car and Driver laments the loss of "the distinctive greenhouse shape and some of the edgy quality" this 2009 Honda shared with the coupe, also noting "Honda, obviously, remains convinced sedans must offer a softer and gentler profile."

The interior receives some mixed reviews, with Cars.com asserting that the Accord's "faux aluminum trim has a nice matte finish, but its appearance is not very convincing," while Edmunds considers the "design...simple, yet handsome."

ConsumerGuide remarks that the "woodgrain accents...go a long way toward creating a warm, upscale ambiance, [but] some testers found models without woodgrain trim lacked character."

Conclusion

The 2009 Honda Accord's styling isn't bold, yet it's almost universally appealing.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:reliable transportation doesn't have to be blandEdmundsa bit anonymous from certain anglesCars.coma crisper, more substantial lookKelley Blue Bookpretty fantasticAutomobile Magazineloses some of the distinctive greenhouse shapeCar and Driver The 2009 Honda Accord has a softer, more conservative appeal than its coupe cousin, but it’s still an attractive vehicle. Edmunds sings the Honda’s praises, declaring its "eye-catching styling proves that reliable transportation doesn't have to be bland." According to Kelley Blue Book, "a bolder front end, deeper side sculpting and more pronounced fender flares give the all-new 2009 Honda Accord Sedan a crisper, more substantial look." Cars.com describes this 2009 Honda as "a bit anonymous from certain angles," adding that it is "as assertive as the coupe when viewed head-on, but it loses some presence as you move around to the sides and rear." Car and Driver laments the loss of "the distinctive greenhouse shape and some of the edgy quality" this 2009 Honda shared with the coupe, also noting "Honda, obviously, remains convinced sedans must offer a softer and gentler profile." The interior receives some mixed reviews, with Cars.com asserting that the Accord's "faux aluminum trim has a nice matte finish, but its appearance is not very convincing," while Edmunds considers the "design...simple, yet handsome." ConsumerGuide remarks that the "woodgrain accents...go a long way toward creating a warm, upscale ambiance, [but] some testers found models without woodgrain trim lacked character." ConclusionThe 2009 Honda Accord's styling isn't bold, yet it's almost universally appealing. 2009 HONDA ACCORD STYLING | [8 out of 10] Edmunds: "reliable transportation doesn't have to be bland" Cars.com: "a bit anonymous from certain angles" Kelley Blue Book: "a crisper, more substantial look" Automobile Magazine: "pretty fantastic" Car and Driver: "loses some of the ...

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Other Choices:

Perhaps the closest competitor to the Accord is the Altima, which provides a similar mix of sporty road manners and well-controlled ride quality, plus good styling inside and out. The Passat remains a solid competitor with its 2.0T four-cylinder engine, but spotty reliability and somewhat higher running costs lessen the appeal. The best-selling Camry is competitive with the Accord in most respects, but its ride is more comfort-oriented and less sporty, and the quality of the interior materials is disappointing relative to the competition. The Fusion appeals to a different type of buyer, with its lean, more masculine design and firmer, more athletic driving feel; it's also a bit smaller. The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is an especially formidable competitor, with a more distinctive style inside and out and performance to match the Accord.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By CDC #1, Posted: 9/5/2009

    2009 EX Accord Sedan with 1100 miles experiencing odd drive train noises at low speed shift points. Shifting is not solid and there is frequent downshifting of AT on even minor grades.
    Low hanging brake line at rear tire area likely subject to damage.
    Working with Honda of America on these issues presently.

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