Used 2005 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan w/Leather (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
My Very First Car
Being 15 1/2 I have been looking for a car that would suit my needs...Ok anything would have been fine I mean driving=freedom but I really wanted something that would be large enough for me not to be cramped in and luxuroius. The Honda Accord EX-L fits my needs, the 160 HP is plenty power for my driving, I took it for a drive down the coast and it handled well in the hilly areas. The quailty of the ride is good from the drives seat but I'n not expecting it to handle my friend's BMW's or Mercedes. The brakes are a bit weak but I adjusted and I'm fine with it. The interior is amazing and is roomy for everyone, this car is extremly safe which makes it a great family sedan, or a teen car.
Best so far!
All the inside of the car works great. Controls are easy to read and love the climate control. I must say the 4 has all the horse. The car key was big in the hand at first, But it does some great things, Door and trunk opener. Another Great option on keys you can hold open button on for 3-4 sec and all 4 windows open. Nice leather seats, like the feel.
- EX Sedan w/LeatherMSRP: $6,99533 mi away
- LX SedanMSRP: $6,99934 mi away
- EX Sedan w/LeatherMSRP: $9,99537 mi away
safe car
Was hit in right front by driver passing light. Airbag (side and seat) deployed perfectly. No significant injury in hard hit. Happy to have the side airbags. Very user friendly and ergonomic controls, best I have ever had. Stiff ride, could be a bit lighter sprung for comfort, but may impede handling. Has a "big" feel, not a sporty small car feel. 5 speed is not smooth, and downshifts when braking are noticeable. Air comes on with a clunk when first put on. Brakes are feathery and needs a light touch, same with accelerator, but stops and goes well. Acceleration is very good with automatic, highway ride is smooth and sure footed.
Great, but not fantastic.
I really did like this car. I loved the styling, the luxury appointments, the smooth and responsive feel from the 4 cylinder, the roominess and the sensible layout of the dash. What I didn’t like was the gas mileage. No matter how easily or lightly I drove it, the mileage never got above 25 mpg on the highway. This is an engine known for its reliability (check), smooth and powerful performance (check), and longevity (check). My dad had a 2004 Honda Element with the exact same engine and it got the same mileage. My Accord should’ve been getting in the 30’s on the highway. I tried using higher grade fuel, got a fuel system cleaning, but nothing worked. I also thought the leather seats should’ve been a little softer. After a long trip, my tailbone would be hurting. I asked other Accord owners what they thought of theirs and they loved them. Like I said, my only gripes were firm seats and gas mileage. Other than that it was one of my favorite cars. I followed that one up with a 2006 Civic EX that was wonderful.
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Actual owner review
This car is simply amazing. Everything from the leather seats to the XM radio is wonderful. The performance from the 4 cyl. is more than adequate, no need to spend extra for the v6. A complete pleasure to own and drive.