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2010 Honda Accord Sedan Review

November 2, 2009

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

a crisper, more substantial look" [sedan]
Kelley Blue Book

a bit anonymous from certain angles" [sedan]
Cars.com

pretty fantastic" [sedan]
Automobile Magazine

Dash displays are MacBook Pro all the way" [coupe]
Motor Trend

A genuine attention-grabber, in a sporty kind of way" [coupe]
Edmunds

Although the Coupe and Sedan versions of the 2010 Honda Accord appeal to different types of buyers, they both have the more chiseled yet voluptuous look introduced with the latest redesign of this model for 2008. With styling that carries over virtually unchanged, both models still manage to look quite fashionable and contemporary for affordable, no-fuss transportation.

The 2010 Honda Accord has a softer, more conservative appeal than its coupe cousin, but it’s still an attractive vehicle. Edmunds sings the Accord Sedan’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 the Accord Sedan 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" that used to be shared with the coupe in previous versions, noting "Honda, obviously, remains convinced sedans must offer a softer and gentler profile."

The Accord Coupe is definitely more of an attention-getter, and most reviewers take heed. Cars.com notes the Coupe's “chiseled look that's highlighted in front by a narrow mesh grille and bulging front fenders." Both Cars.com and Edmunds point out that the Coupe's hindquarters, with a distinctive kink in the C-pillar and taillights that wrap around the side of the body, are reminiscent of the BMW 5-Series. Jalopnik is not as enthusiastic as other reviewers regarding the Coupe's exterior or interior esthetics, saying, "In places the 2009 Honda Accord Coupe is woefully bland, in others awkwardly edgy." While they claim that the interior is "positively posh," they're not too crazy about the grayish plastic dashboard and "cornucopia" of buttons, which are "awkwardly unintuitive" and clash with the nice leather.

The interior of both models receives 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." Motor Trend likes the look of the seamless matte finish and silver gray plastics in the Accord Coupe and says that "the new Accord's dash displays are MacBook Pro all the way." The reviewer also favors the Accord Coupe's cabin: "Honda has always done tight panels and high quality surfaces, but with the new Accord Coupe they've really outdone themselves." ConsumerGuide remarks that the wood-grain accents offered in some Accord sedans “go a long way toward creating a warm, upscale ambiance, [but] some testers found models without woodgrain trim lacked character."

Conclusion

Not everyone’s going to agree that the 2010 Honda Accord stands out from the crowd, but most will find it pleasant.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:a crisper, more substantial look" [sedan]Kelley Blue Booka bit anonymous from certain angles" [sedan]Cars.compretty fantastic" [sedan]Automobile MagazineDash displays are MacBook Pro all the way" [coupe]Motor TrendA genuine attention-grabber, in a sporty kind of way" [coupe]Edmunds Although the Coupe and Sedan versions of the 2010 Honda Accord appeal to different types of buyers, they both have the more chiseled yet voluptuous look introduced with the latest redesign of this model for 2008. With styling that carries over virtually unchanged, both models still manage to look quite fashionable and contemporary for affordable, no-fuss transportation. The 2010 Honda Accord has a softer, more conservative appeal than its coupe cousin, but it’s still an attractive vehicle. Edmunds sings the Accord Sedan’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 the Accord Sedan 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" that used to be shared with the coupe in previous versions, noting "Honda, obviously, remains convinced sedans must offer a softer and gentler profile." The Accord Coupe is definitely more of an attention-getter, and most reviewers take heed. Cars.com notes the Coupe's “chiseled look that's highlighted in front by a narrow mesh grille and bulging front fenders." Both Cars.com and Edmunds point out that the Coupe's hindquarters, with a distinctive kink in the C-pillar and taillights that wrap around the side of the body, are reminiscent of the BMW 5-Series. Jalopnik is not as enthusiastic as other reviewers regarding the Coupe's exterior or interior esthetics, saying, "In places the 2009 Honda Accord Coupe is woefully bland, in others awkwardly edgy." While they claim that the interior is "positively posh," they're not too crazy about the grayish plastic dashboard and "cornucopia" of buttons, which are "awkwardly unintuitive" and clash with the nice leather. The interior of both models receives 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." Motor Trend likes the look of the seamless matte finish and silver gray plastics in the Accord Coupe and says that "the new Accord's dash displays are MacBook Pro all the way." The reviewer also favors the Accord Coupe's cabin: "Honda has always done tight panels and high quality surfaces, but with the new Accord Coupe they've really outdone themselves." ConsumerGuide remarks that the wood-grain accents offered in some Accord sedans “go a long way toward creating a warm, upscale ambiance, [but] some testers found models without woodgrain trim lacked character." ConclusionNot everyone’s going to agree that the 2010 Honda Accord stands out from the crowd, but most will find it pleasant. 2010 HONDA ACCORD STYLING | [8 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "a crisper, more substantial look" [sedan] Cars.com: "a bit anonymous from certain angles" [sedan] Automobile Magazine: "pretty fantastic" [sedan] Motor Trend: "Dash displays are MacBook Pro all the way" [coupe] Edmunds: "A ...

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The current-generation Accord, which was introduced for 2008, finally gets a beautiful interior worthy of taking on the best in its class. To match that, the Accord grows a little more refined without steering away from the sporty driving feel it’s always had relative to others in its class. The Passat remains a solid competitor with its 2.0T four-cylinder engine, but spotty reliability and somewhat higher running costs lessen the appeal. And of course the best-selling Camry is one of its top rivals; the 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. 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 Ford Fusion competes with the sportier side of the Accord; it’s been greatly improved for 2010, thanks to a refined new base engine. And as with the Honda, you can get the Fusion with a manual transmission. However, the Fusion is a bit smaller. Another top rival is the Chevrolet Malibu, which has a beautiful interior and comfortable ride but doesn’t feel quite as nimble. Versus the Honda Accord Coupe, the only serious rival is the Nissan Altima Coupe. Compared to the Honda, the Nissan feels a little bit sportier but also quite a bit less refined, as well as more cramped inside.

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