2023 Honda Accord First Look
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Great review Alex!
I agree with others in the comments, having no 2.0 turbo option is a huge miss. That is an awesome motor.
Honda should remove the 1.5T and offer the hybrid as standard and still keep the 2.0T for the upper trims
Agreed
Sales drive decision and people complaining about a 2.0t not being in the 23 but they didn’t buy it in the 22 22 did too bad in sales to keep so therefore it goes bye bye besides it wasn’t efficient enough anyway considering electric is the near future
@@Ghostlore they want to push touring owners upmarket 15 grand is all. It's greed. A 2.0T Touring was too good of a deal.
@@smokesgtp that would have been marked up anyway so people should be glad there is no 2.0t touring besides people complaint 99% of those people couldn’t afford a 2023 Honda accord or wasn’t gonna buy a 2023 Honda accord anyway even if there was a 2.0t people can’t be satisfied on the internet about literally anything
@@Ghostlore there'd be no mark-up on an Accord. It was a ton of car for under 40k.
I'm sad to see the 2.0L go, it was a fantastic powerplant for this car. Also, it's odd to see such a large screen in this and not the new Pilot. Honda really needs to get on the same page with their tech and standardize it across the lineup.
They did not want to step on the toes of the mdx with the pilot, therefore kept the bigger screen for the mdx.
Impossible to have the same tech in every vehicle at the same time. Duh.
@@WaheedKhan-mm3pw and this wouldn't do the same against the TLX? 😂
@@WaheedKhan-mm3pw I feel it probably has to do with supply shortages. Odd also was the choice to have a regular shifter in this accord but a push button in the pilot.
@@sammydavis991 Not when the two vehicles are new/refreshed in the same year!
As the current owner of a '20 Honda Accord Touring 2.0T, I have eagerly been awaiting the redesign of the Accord. I could not be more disappointed in finding out that the 2.0T engine option has been dropped. I am not interested in a slower model. In fact, I was hoping for an even faster model Accord than what I currently have. I have been a lifetime Honda/Acura fan and owner. I have owned 8 Acuras and 10 Hondas. For the first time in my life, I'm not certain that either make will be my next car, which is incredibly disappointing to me. I had a '16 Acura TLX Advance that I replaced with my Accord Touring. Would have purchased a newer TLX but was disappointed that the 2.0T model was considerably less roomy and slower than the Accord 2.0T. The TLX Type S is nice but does nothing to fix the issue of roominess and gets horrendous gas mileage. I am seriously ticked off that Honda/Acura seems to be abandoning me, a long time core customer. What are they thinking?
Sorry bro. The future is the future. Their looking at pleasing mainstream customers.
Yeah looks like they're trying to slowly phase out their sedans which is sad.
Very disappointing. I want 4 way lumbar, the 2.0t engine, and dual exhausts in the back
My family and I have had about 25 Hondas, a few Acuras, and the latest of the two was a 2021 Accord 2.0T Sport. Disappointed there's not a high(er) performance model.
The 10-speed automatic is amazing. Not a fan of CVT.
I have 2018 2.0T have almost 100k and love it.Simple controls no gimmicks. I will keep it forever
Sounds like my 2.0T Accords value just went up!
I have one too. Why do you say value will go up?
@@ismaeljorge6269 people will want performance they can't get on the 23
Not really, people want mpg especially with $4-7 gas.
More like down
It’s a Honda 😆 it ain’t going higher for that 😆
How can they ditch the 2.0T and the 10spd from the 10th gen. What a shame.
I get it, sales for the 2.0 turbo wasn't great but at least give us a better hybrid system without the god damn cvt
@@bbbt8090 Truth be told. The sport 2.0T was the one trim model in high demand. Looking online for preowned and new there was nothing but 1.5 turbos. This move by Honda just made the 2.0T Sport and Touring go up in value.
@@bbbt8090 It doesn't have a CVT; there is no traditional transmission in Honda's hybrid system.
@@bbbt8090 it's an eCVT. Very reliable
@Vic da G I think at the end of the day it's still going to feel like a CVT rather than a traditional auto. I would prefer their in house 10 speed with more hybrid power under the hood while sacrificing a few mpg
Bought a 2019 Honda Accord Touring Hybrid in 2019 and I"m still impressed by it. The navigation system is almost as good as Google Maps and a whole lot easier to use in the car. It drives and rides well. It has won a Top-10 Rating with Car and Driver Magazine for over 20-years. It could use a bit more road noise insulation. After destroying a tire in Utah, I bought a spare tire kit online ($278, Honda Parts wanted over $500) and carry it with me only on trips. The 48/48 MPG is real except in our Colorado winters where it drops to about 45 MPG due to the engine running more frequently to keep the cabin warm. Wish it were available with a bigger battery or plug-in version. The battery charges from zero to full in just a mile of two of down-mountain driving, thereby missing out on all that lost potential energy that lies in the 10-miles ahead. When the snow is deep or there's ice on the roads, we drive my wife's RAV4 AWD Hybrid.
Rav4 Hybrid seems like a perfect choice for family hauling on snow with great MPG.
Like many others, I am pretty bummed to see the demise of the 2.0T.
When Honda gave the axe to the classic V6 in the 10th gen variants I was okay with it because the 2.0T could hold its own.
But downgrading the outgoing generation to this current generation with a 1.5T is a clear statement that Honda had no option to go with a higher performance option.
From how I understand the early model years of the 10th gen had quite a few problems with their 1.5T including head gasket issues. Evidently around the 2020 model year they made some changes and that powertrain became a more steady selection in the accord lineup.
I'm guessing due to a bit more increase in fuel eco and the fact that the smaller engine was cheaper, consumers kept going for the 1.5T?
I don't know. It's just unfortunate because if I ever did upgrade my current Accord, I wouldn't have the option to purchase a 2.0T Powertrain.
I mean it is what it is. Nothing's going to change what they've decided - just unfortunate because you've taken one more group of demographics out of the mix for this next gen. Now it will just be the hybrid-goers and the lowest-price seekers. But in the end, I suppose I understand. When push comes to shove, it’s all about revenue and where the current is flowing. It’s just more of a surprise - that I know I probably shouldn’t be surprised by.
For me it was a nice family hauler that had some desirable performance. Guess this will be one more model that I will scratch off my list to watch reviews on.
The style isn't bad. The latter 9th gen and the early 10th gen styles were my favorite. Honda did a great job with those. This is is more of a "take it or leave it" kind of style.
The conventional shifter doesn't make much difference for me. My Camry has a Conventional and my Accord has the SBW shifter. I can drive both without a problem.
Bigger screen, some updated tech... Nothing that necessarily blows my mind away.
As always, love the great job Alex does. I'll be surprised if Honda does, indeed, proceed with a 12th gen. And if they do, it wouldn't surprise me if the touring trim got an EV powerplant.🤪
The 2.0t sold like the V6. Very niche and did not make many. The bulk of sales are the base 1.5t.
2.0T didn’t sell much but dealers also didn’t order/buy them often. While worth it, it was a $4500 add-on that not many could or wanted to pay. That and Honda didn’t advertise it. On the Sport trim it was MUCH more than just an engine option, including blind spot and some other things.
Do some research on market demand. I am seeing this argument a lot and it's becoming way too much of a trend. I am still shocked that they offered a 2.0T on a family sedan.
Yeah, dealers never had 2.0's. Such a shame. That carryover shifter sucks too. Ugly and too tall.
@NATO,NAZI,TERRORISTS Yes, but that's not saying much.
A little disappointed that the 2.0 is gone and we still don’t get a Pano sunroof. But the interior is really really nice. I know this is niche but I’m so happy Honda finally put LED turn signals in the rear. It’s been one of my major gripes of the 10th Gen, cos the Camry had full LED’s all round. Overall I think the 10th Gen looks a little better to me but this is definitely not a bad looking car. The front end does give me giant Civic vibes and so does the interior.
Imma just get a panoramic roof put in this car when I get it thereby getting rid of one of the very few complaints people can even use
- The front and rear, I prefer the G11.
- The side, I prefer the G10.
- The inside, I like both.
- The full LED taillights and the wider center touch screen give the car a more modern and expensive look.
- But the front bonnet struts, trunk lid struts, rear headrests and door panels are ugly cost reductions.
- The TOYOTA Vios's turn signal is a LED sequential. Vios is a cheaper car.
- Camry and Accord in America are too cheap. This makes it impossible to put luxury to the fullest. The ASEAN version of the Camry ACV50 and Accord G9 are more luxurious than the American version. When the American version of the Camry ACV70 and Accord G10 was sold in ASEAN, there were complaints about luxury.(high price as ACV50 and G9)
Camry has full LEDs only on the XSE and XLE. All the other trims had extremely outdated, non-LED taillights and non-LED DRLs in the headlights. The Accord offered much more in that department, for less.
What the hell, the 2.0T was held in such high regard. The design isn't resonating with me so I think I'm keeping my 10th gen for the time being
I think your 2.0T accord will become a collectors item
I think us 2.0t folks are going to stay put for much longer
Same. Keeping my 10th Gen too. This one is a hard pass.
I'm a Toyota/Lexus/Subaru guy, but I've always had a soft spot for the late 90s Accords. The front end on this one makes me happy. Plus, I love the rear styling as well. If it had Outback ride height and a lift back option, I would probably consider it!
I want this car!!!! I have a 2018 Accord Touring and it is the best car I have ever owned. This just takes what I love about my current Accord and takes it to 11. The rear end of the new Accord is way better than mine.
I also love my 2018 Hybrid Touring. I like the 2023 rear end treatment, but front end is a bit bland, but it's growing on me. I think it will look better in real life.
I also have a 2018 Touring, but mine is a one-year only model, a 1.5T, which Honda discontinued for '19+. I really love the looks of this new model! I totally agree that the rear end of this one is WAY better than ours. My other car is a '17 Volvo S90--and both of these cars have that strange rear-light setup. Alas, I am so cheap, I will keep my Accord for at least 10 years.
@@1973TJM Mine is also the 1.5. I have a soft spot for flashy new tech. The 12.3” screen might be the thing that makes me pull the trigger. However, I bet it won’t be readily available for at least a couple years.
Why the obsession with LED taillights or turn signals? When my brake light burns out every 5-10 years, I spend 3 dollars and 2 minutes of my time replacing it. When one LED module burns out (and they do, no matter what the manufacturers tell you), you now have to buy an entire module that's 1k-2k in price, and hope and pray they're still in production. I think I'll stick to my incandescent bulbs...
The previous model had incandescent turn sigs
I have 2022 model and led brake lights work fine
Best RUclips channel for getting facts and detail, light on the opinions.
No turbo 2.0 is a mistake. Also, why does the front end look like a Ford Taurus?
Because Honda doesn't have a signature design language. Their grills are just a hole in the front of each car. Their whole new lineup looks like a generic image of an automobile that blends design elements from 10 other automakers.
Wow I was just telling my wife about the new accord and how the front grill look like a Ford Taurus. And then I read your comment L O L
@@wd8786 , Honda copies a car that was discontinued 10 years ago due to low sales. Good job.
@@Josh-179 👍
For sure…
I noticed in the 12" display that there was 553 miles of range and the fule tank was not 100% full. I fully realize that this particular vehicle may have an unrealistic current avg mpg that is driving that range number - but I DO hope Honda will give the new Accord some additional highway range. It seems Hondas always has a small fuel tank. Can't wait to see what the real world 75mph highway mpg is.
It's a hybrid. I have 14 Accord Hybrid that has a 16 gallon tank. I've gotten over 900 miles on a tank so I'm guessing 553 might actually be a bit conservative. The newer models I think have a 13 gallon tank on the hybrid.
My Insight has a "10.6" (actually around 9) gallon tank and i get 475 miles. Outgoing Accord Hybrid has 618 miles of range
I don't know anyone who can drive 553 miles without stopping for bathroom or food.
75mph mpg should be real good since this new hybrid has 2 speeds. Honda alsao stated that emotor can runs up to 105 or 115mph. That sounds like a huge Highway mpg improvement
@@CKPHH yes - that is what I am hoping. Though same is true with new CRV hybrid and it did not improve (went down 1 mpg I think). Maybe it will be more likely to hit EPA estimate. I frequently take a 665 mile trip where everyone is going 75+.
Getting rid of the 2.0T was a huge mistake. Not only does the 10th gen look better, it has identical room and also has better performance.
Also they removed 4 way lumbar for 2 way lumbar on the touring? That’s insane, even the base sport accord had 4 way lumbar.
this guy gets it.
That's a ridiculous cost-cut. Unreal...
What do you think? Does the Accord have the goods to compete with the Crown?
The absence of turbo in the higher trims is what I fear for the accord, otherwise it does. Awesome car and review as always Alex 👍🏾
This obliterates the outdated crown in every way
Nope. Honda dropped the 2.0L motor.
No.Without 2.0 liter option or some type upper engine option its going to be slow seller
@@naveenthemachine this don't outdated the crown
I liked the previous generation's style A LOT better than this. This one has a better rear, but the front is way better on the previous generation. So confused by this update.
They did the same with Civic
@@VvipMohit I like the new civic a little better than the last though.
I thought the same
at first. But really only the face lifted 10th gen fronts looked better. Maybe the face lifted 11th gen will look better than those.
Alex, As always, great review. One of the reasons I love your reviews is you always touch on one of my hot buttons when doing a driving review. Noise! I hate wind and road noise and more often than not I make my final choice based on how quiet a car is. I've driven the 2022 Accord enough to know I will never own one because of the road noise I experienced on the highway and it was substantial. I'm looking forward to your driving experience on this baby because I am in the market for a sedan that is quiet and affordable. I think its looks are spot on. Now if only it meets my road noise threshold. Thanks for all your great reviews.
IMHO, losing the 2.0T is a huge mistake. I might just look at other manufacturers, as I'm shopping right now for a new sedan, and I've been a Honda guy for my entire 50+ years. Ugh.
The last Accord V6 coupe with the 6MT is still the one to have.
Hopefully they have a better sound system in this one, cause the previous one was VERY lackluster
Almost guaranteed it’s the Bose they been throwing at all new models with according to reviewers is good but not great.
@@MrIndex67 The higher end models will get the Bose system. Better, but not great for sure.
Well, R.I.P 2.0T 10AT. That's the only one I'd have.
The Accord certainly looks nicer to me on the outside than the Crown
Anything beats the crown
This camera is still filling the color red with distracting noise that looks like high ISO noise, as it has been for quite a few recent videos.
thanks for bringing it up Spielberg
I see that, too. You can really see it if you zoom in
What a surprise, I wasn't expecting a new Accord today! It looks great, much better than the outgoing model, I never warmed up to it. I wish it had a liftback though, I think a lot of people would consider a sedan again if it had a hatch and a fold down rear seat
Too sad the 2.0L was removed! For a moment I thought Alex was promoting on the Crown instead of the accord...
Nobody does interior packaging better than Honda does. Other makers might have more style in some areas but Honda interiors are still set up to function and this one looks great too.
Honda's CUV packing is first rate but that is not the word I would use for the meager rear sear headroom in the new Accord.
Been watching your videos for a year or so now. Amazing how much information and detail you pack into 1 video on a car. Awesome work! Love the channel. Thanks so much!
Omission of 2.0T is a big miss. Current 2.0T with 10 speed is a sweet spot. There aren't many options for people who want a powerful, reliable and reasonable priced midsize sedan anymore. I'm holding out home for an Accord Si or Type R.
Basically only the V6 Camry is left :/
Nobody was buying them on a large enough scale.
@@baronvonjo1929 Dealers don’t order them on a large enough scale. Honda’s sales format is that you can’t spec out a car. Dealers order the cars and then the customer has to buy whatever the dealer gets. No special/custom orders with Honda.
@@astaldo , yup, and this might be the last year! Toyota just pulled the V-6 out of the 3-row Highlander. If they don't use a V-6 in that, there's no way the new Camry will have a V-6.
The car is a Civic XL. The interior has the same feel as the rest of the cars in Hondas lineup.
Same thing I thought..
Glad to see sedans still running in the marketplace. I plan on having one in my stable, as long as I can,
Like most Americans I prefer tall hatchbacks (aka CUVs). It will be interesting to see what happens to the sedan segment. It will probably survive in some form. The minivan segment is managing to hang on just barely. The Asian automakers hang on to old tech for longer.
The 2.0T was a rocket ! A lot of people were buying an Accord simply for the performance it offered with the 2.0T engine. Without that engine a lot of people will be buying something else instead.
If the 2.0 Liter Turbo engine is eliminated for 2023, Honda should have either put a powerful EV option or put a plug-in hybrid option with power and torque equivalent to that of the 2.0 Liter Turbo engine.
Overall a nice, conservative, but also classy redesign. The side profile reminds of a mix of the Audi A7 and also the current Chevy Malibu. The rear taillights remind of the current generation Toyota Mirai, or even a the last-gen Saab 9-5 Aero
I wish they gave the hybrid a bit more power. It's been quite a while since they last updated the drivetrain.
Especially when the CRV has a better hybrid powertrain! Maybe they'll bring it for the facelift and/or offer a PHEV option.
Love my 2019 EXL hybrid Ibought new, have 124k on it and still feels like new without issues.
The new styling might look better or worse in different colors. 🤔
No fog lights? No more push button shifting, got used to the extra room not having a shifter.....
I like it. Looks good, but no 2.0T and lack of AWD means I’ll be looking at the Acura alternative again.
Probably exactly what they want you to do
@@onesteeltank Yup, of course. That’s how upscale brands have worked for decades. Wouldn’t make any sense for the overlap. Clearly, my needs have outgrown their base brand for a while now.
Really disappointed with 2.0T being axed. This needs more power in the higher trims. Honda should have also added AWD and made it a lift back.
The loss of the 2.0T is pretty disappointing imo. Honda was too aggressive in simplifying the lineup, but I guess their new interpretation of sport is now hybrid. Maybe down the road we can see an Accord PHEV? That would be nice. Use the knowledge from making the clarify to build the Accord PHEV
Not to mention the nice hybrid system in the new CR-V.
It's a bullshit cheap move from Bah Hunda!
Maybe the 2.0T will make a return. The 2.0T isn't something they need to rework, just carry over from the previous generation. I'm sure Honda prioritized the Hybrid and 1.5T because those are their volume sellers. Likewise for the Civic Type R where it made its debut after the regular Civic was released.
It's official- the Civic is the Accord now.
Super clean and no lobster claw tail lights! Wish it was a hatchback.
Having owned the past 3 generations I have mixed feelings. My current Touring with the 2.0 Turbo/10 Speed Transmission is awesome! I've come to really like the all push button transmission selector. The honeycomb dash looks like something that will be impossible to keep clean behind. I'll have to wait in see if new is better than no car payment!
Just buy some canned air....problem solved.
Wow, Alex looks great except for dropping the 2.0T. I've owned a 1998 Accord EX-V6, 2003 Accord EX-L V6 and currently drive a 2016 Accord EX-L V6. I really like what you've shown us in this preview. In any case, I like a little go power and may have to forego the new Accord this time around and find something with a little more oomph under the hood.
I'm right there with you man. Got to have a car with some performance and Honda is letting me down. Love my '20 Accord Touring 2.0T and don't want anything slower.
Shop around. I would definitely check out smth like a Camry V6, Sonata/K5 turbo, Legacy XT. Sad to see Honda drop 2.0T. It was a fantastic power train.
The curse of the missing comma: yes, Alex, you do look great!
I don’t think he’s lost 2 tons, as you suggest.
Camry V6 is the closest behavior to the V6 Accord.
Alex, I am certain Toyota won't be thrilled 2:03 with your Crown vs Accord comparisons because they were clearly trying to steal sales from the Crosstour 😂😂. For the record, was that a quick groan or moan around 6:07 when you lamented that another new family sedan had come on sale with insufficient rear headroom for adult passengers? If Honda can fit the hybrid battery beneath the rear seat in the Accord, why could they not do the same with the CR-V where its location displaces the spare tire? 🤨
They should move the power/ volume button some were else it’s so weird in that spot.
They should of kept the 2.0T, gave it this rear end and Interior and keep the current front end! and yes an AWD option.
Well done presentation, no emotion like Doug D, great insights and information.
Like always great review👍. However, I would not be surprised if the accord sales drop by more than 55% in this gen model. A lot of owners were definitely expecting more. IMO Honda has nothing to show. . Nissan is doing a better job and thats alot to swallow
If only they would get rid of the CVT.
Funny how many new vehicle models are less desirable than previous models. As long as latest UI isn't a driver, it makes it easier to hold on to older cars.
Very nice styling! Those 19" wheels with very low-profile tires look like a rough ride!
Alex was right on the money with that Audi reference
Dropping the 2.0T is a very short sighted move. Its not like they didn't sell. I believe it was upwards of 20-25% of the mix because Honda allowed it on the Sport 2.0 and moved it to standard on Touring models. My gut tells me they did this because the Acura TLX exists and the Accord was a slightly better buy in some regards(especially interior space) with similar performance.
I will reserve judgment on the overall styling, but the front end comes across initially as anonymous but the older car was getting longer in the tooth. Honda's bigger problem may reside with Toyota and the new Camry. I believe Toyota will still offer a premium engine with the 2.4T being optional.
The 2.4 turbo is far from premium. It doesn’t perform that great and it’s noisy and unrefined from what I’ve heard
@@naveenthemachine You and I have had this discussion before and I agree, it is quite buzzy. But I think buyers will get it for the added power. But it is surely behind the 2GR-FE 3.5 V6!
@@hellkitty1014 agreed. That FKS engine is amazing
Hey Alex. Any information on how wide the doors open and if there are auto dimming side mirrors available on the Touring?
Alex your reviews are so professional and precise, I can safely say the next car I purchase will be after extensive reviews of your reviews of each model I am considering. Thank you for your work.
@2:53 - I really wish Honda would put some sort of hole or hook inside the trunk lid. That way if you have something in the trunk and it sticks out and you want to tie or strap down the trunk, you can do so. That way the trunk is not popped open or reduces the chance of the trunk flying up when moving.
Watch the outgoing model 2.0Ts go up in price now as there's a surge of demand.
Woah, getting real "last gen Ford Taurus" vibes with the front end styling. Related, hate the trend of making cars bigger on the outside but not doing much/anything to add to interior room and/or cargo capacity. For me, 9th Gen Accords exterior designs looked best.
interesting how accord gets 12" infotainment screen and pilot doesn't? weird inconsistencies
Booo, I noticed that too. You would think they would also incorporate their push button shifter into this new accord rather than take the same shifter design from the civic/hr-v.
The Honda Taurus? Honda slogan: "Dead or Alive, you're driving with me!"
Really really wished they made it a sportback!
At least as an option. Yeah, it would be the minority of sales, but some of us really like the utility. We only have one car and it needs to be versatile. I do like the new Civic hatchback, and wish this were similar.
Nice looking car. Currently have a 2014 LX with over 200,000 miles. I do hope that rear cross traffic warning comes standard on all models. Hate it when manufacturers make safety equipment optional or force you to buy a more expensive model to get it. What is with all the people missing the 2.0T? If as the narrator says it was sales figures, then why are there so many commenters that want it? This could prove costly for Honda if they lose sales because of it. Maybe they felt the 2.0T was stealing sales from their Acura line? I am not a fan of the ever increasing tire sizes and especially the low profile ones. They look great but cost a lot more to replace and have a harsher ride. Give me a good quality 17" tire over a 19".
Really nice, classy looking car. Back to basic lines; love it.
Needs that front chrome back!
Sorry Honda, but no 2.0T, no deal. Its already sad that you could never get the 2.0T/10AT in the CRV and had to go up to the RDX, but taking it out of the last Honda product is a mistake. I guess its just another way to push buyers to the TLX, which is overstyled and has a cluttered interior. This new Accord interior is a sublime design.
A surprising amount of cuts to content here. No 2.0 turbo, no 4-way lumbar, no spare tire. I don’t care about LED turn signals, but I do care about those things.
Really strange that the new Pilot doesn't get that Google integration.
Agreed. Also annoyed that only the Touring model gets Android Automotive.
They should put 10.2-inch digital gauge cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen on 23 CRV sport touring as well
It's, fine. I think I like the more aggressive design of the previous model better? The mileage increase is appreciated but performance, treats the dull portions of life more effectively.
I have a 2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0T and this new generation has convinced me to keep it. It looks as if Honda is going backwards. No fog lights, no dual exhaust, one seat back pocket and most of all no turbo. My 2018 is still showroom sharp and very well maintained. Each time I go in for service, they tell they would like to have it --- NOT!
I think the front end is kinda bland, but the rear looks really nice. Not a bad design. I think there's something to be said for the minimalist look, and I think it will grow on me in time.
The interior looks phenomenal. Super happy with that. Very disappointed that there won't be the 2.0T 10 speed, but it's not much of a surprise. I preordered a 23 touring a few months ago, so when it comes in I'll keep an open mind to the hybrid 2.0 and see how it drives.
The AWD not being offered isn't a surprise, Honda sticks with the simplicity and lower maintenance costs. No panoramic sunroof isn't a surprise either. The addition of a proper sound system with the Bose audio was much needed and is a huge plus.
Overall, I think Honda hit it out of the park with this. I am disappointed about the abandonment of the 2.0T 10 speed, as are many others. But it really was a niche market. And this change was inevitable. I hope that others are willing to keep an open mind to the accord. If not, looks like some people are going to have to consider the Camry TRD, Sonata NLine, or the Kia K5. In my opinion, none of those compare to the Accord in every department except speed.
they could've keep the front design of last generation and the end design of this generation. Interior is like an iPhone change to me, not a lot difference in terms of design since both gen went for simplistic design.
@@giad117 agree. tail lights in this generation look way better but front design of last generation probably the best it can get
How did you preorder the 2023 Touring?
@@harsha_mnath I went into my local Honda dealer looking to buy a 22 touring. They didn't have any in stock and didn't expect to be getting any more. My sales rep recommended that I wait for the 23 accord. We came to a buyers agreement that says they will sell me the 23 touring at MSRP. I'm the first at the dealership to do this (like 2-3 months ago) so I'll be the first to get the 23 touring when it ships to my dealership.
@@harsha_mnath Made a $500 fully refundable deposit in the accord
Correction: The hybrid model does not have paddle shifters as described in the video at 9:38. Those are regenerative braking paddles that adjust the amount of braking. One side increases the amount of regenerative braking and the other side reduces it.
This threw me back to the "cab-forward" that Chrysler introduced in the 90s. I know a lot of other car companies followed suit, but the moment I saw this Accord it harkened me right back to that exact style of design for the front passengers
This is not a cab forward design. In that design you see the A-pillar hitting somewhere around the middle of the front wheel well.
Right?!?! It gave me Taurus vibe in the beginning. I don’t know about the styling of this new gen. I like the 10th gen more but only time will tell haha
this is in no way a cab forward design
This is the opposite of cab forward. This has the longest hood ever on an Accord.
The Mercedes EQS is a cab forward design.
You speak of the paucity of sedans avail le these days, bit it is not surprising. I am a die hard sedan guy yet i recently bought a cuv and I left my civic behind. I was tired of "sitting on the ground" and needing a hoist to get in and out of the vehicle. Sedans from the 60s thru 90s were a bit higher off the ground and had higher hip points than sedans now. As well, the slot opening for sedan trunks now is just not utile....my cuv does not have that much more cubic feet available in the hatch than the sedan but the hatch makes it far more practical. The short deck/ low roof lines of current sedans coupled with the low hip point, imo, is driving the shift away from sedans. I know it is so in my case. If car makers want us back in the sedan fold, make them practical as they used to be.....sure, they may not be as swoopy looking but that is for the stylists and designers to fix.
Yes, the sedan used to be a highly practical form now it is just a sports car with two redundant rear doors. Practical people are forced into CUVs.
Accord sales are going to fall off dramatically
Doubt it
I love the exterior!! But prefer my 2021 touring with the wood on the dash and all 4 doors.. I didn't hear u say anything about the wireless charging. Iam assuming it's still there. Did they add 1 to the back? Or just usb?
Would love to see a driver's seat height comparison between the Toyota Crown and the new Honda Accord . . .
I'm assuming the Accord is much lower. This one is similar to the previous generation, which I found to be relatively low. The Crown isn't crossover height, but is still relatively tall and upright.
Reminds me of a modern interpretation of the 3rd gen Acura TL, not a bad thing at all. I appreciate how Honda is going upmarket without sacrificing practicality, unlike Mazda's approach. This will make the new Integra irrelevant real quick
Excellent quality as always alex
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then apparently honda really loves the headlights and grille of the new Mustang.
This is high on my list to replace my Sonata Hybrid Limited when my lease expires next year.
I'm impressed with this new infotainment software.
I just need Honda to give me a new Ridgeline.
Ha! Yes ! You give them almost $50k and you can have any one on the lot.... :)
I own a 2019 Accord Touring Hybrid. Except for the lack of a spare tire, it's an awesome car. You didn't mention some items that have disappeared for 2023. I noticed in the images that Honda is pinching pennies and even dollars. There is no more Head-Up-Display (HUD) or map pocket on the driver's seat back. Are the back seats heated? You didn't show the center rear-view mirror but one has to add $319 for a Homelink mirror in the 2023 CR-V in the top trim. Looks like hundreds of dollars have been saved in omitting once standard features in the Touring trim.
Looks like my 2.0T 6 spd mt has gone up in value
Finally Honda, that infotainment is what shoulda been in all your car models! Hope they finally roll out OTA updates.
This will be my first car! Nice review Alex.
I’ve been waiting over 18 months for a 2022 Accord Touring hybrid, with no luck, so I’m not going to put much hope of getting a 2023 version.
Beautiful. Every once in a while, Honda makes a good looking car. I'd love to go back to an Accord, and if this was 100% electric with 250+ miles range, I'd buy it.
Alex. What's the tire size on this new 2023 Honda Accord? Is it a 225 or 235 width?
Every new car I've owned for the past 27 years has been a Honda Accord. I was pretty excited about the new 2023 until I looked at the new trim levels. I cannot understand why Honda would reserve the hybrid drivetrain for only the higher trim levels. How are fuel efficiency and luxury are related? My second Accord had a leather interior but I found leather to be less comfortable in both hot and cold weather, so I switched back to cloth for subsequent purchases. Now apparently I can't get a hybrid Accord with a cloth interior since the EX-L is the entry into the hybrid models. This is baffling and frustrating. I also don't like the additional length, which appears to be only for appearance. And on the topic of appearance, I really dislike the "cheese grater" dash feature. It looks gimmicky and difficult to clean and more at home in a Civic. I much prefer the more cockpit-like layout of pre-2023 models. It was a good run, but I think my next car will be something other than an Accord.
Istg every other reviewer said the sport trim has the hybrid too
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 I have no interest in the Sport model. It wasn't even a consideration. I don't want goofy looking trim, reduced fuel economy, and rougher ride over real roads due to the 19 inch wheels. I bought Accords for the intelligent design and the nice blend of comfort, decent handling, and economy. You could opt for the efficient hybrid at any trim level. Again, efficiency is not a luxury feature. Hybrids are reported to be more popular than ever, so what an odd time to remove it as an option from half of their sales (by their estimation). They've likely lost a very loyal customer. That should be a concern for any company.
@@podunkis goofy looking trim? It’s the same trim just black generally. Also you could just buy the sport trim and swap the wheels for a smaller diameter ones. You’re blowing the problem out of proportion. Worst case buy a CRV sport. That seems to be what you are looking for.
One thing I do like, though: they got rid of the push-button shifter controls in favor of a real shifter.
I like mine buttons shifter
@@pawelkilian3890 I agree. I find it easy to use, even without looking at the buttons. You can feel the different shapes. I also like the openness of no shift nob in the center console. But. . . evidently some people couldn't get used to it. :(
Didnt honda just release accord few years ago?!
No 2l turbo
Honda is slipping , if toyota put the 2.4 l turbo in the new gen camry; accord is dead
Also tue interior is basically very similar to the current mazda 6 !!
2018
True, especially considering that the rest of the competition has either a turbocharged 4 cylinder engine or a V6 as options at least.
If the Camry got the 2.4t it won’t be dead because the turbo doesn’t perform that well
what is up with the front overhang
Just hope they would keep the 2.0T drivetrain... looks severely underpowered
Looks great but will miss the 2.0l turbo. Btw the sport gets the hybrid so only lx and ex with 1.5l turbo
nice. keep "cars" alive! sick of crossovers. dumb not having AWD though.
I was waiting for the 11th generation to be available and I was hoping to get a 2.0T now I have to go now and grab a 10th gen with the 2.0T😭 feel like Honda might add the 2.0T if we complain enough