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This Car Helped Save My Life
macy1022, 03/01/2013
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
52 of 55 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used with 14,000 miles on it in 04/2009. With the exception of a brake repair fairly early on I had no problems with it. The interior did feel a little cheap compared to my two previous Honda Accords (1994, 2000), but it didn't bother me too terribly. I was driving this car home when I was rear ended by a distracted driver. I was stopped in traffic, and he hit me at around 50 MPH. The force of the crash deployed the airbags and totaled out the car. It was unrecognizable. Yet despite the severity of the crash, I had few injuries thanks to this Honda and its safety features. That car saved my life, and I will forever be grateful that I was driving it that day.
Great Car Overall
chiney_whale, 06/16/2015
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
20 of 23 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Honda as a more affordable alternative to an Audi A5 and BMW 3 (now 4)Series coupe. The exterior of this car is sharp (especially in the Belize Blue Pearl). The exterior design has aged very well. The interior design has aged very well and I find the button layout to be very logical. I was surprised to see so much hard plastic on the dash at this price range ($30k +), but visually it looks good. The car has way too much road noise however. The car has a taunt but comfortable ride, which gives it a sporty premium feel I like. The engine has tons of power once your hit 3000 rpm, but below that its pretty gutless. Fuel economy is right in line with EPA estimates.
Love my Honda accord 08
Luis Gerardo Cervantes, 03/10/2015
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I don't have any problems with this accord love the way it drives have Hondas since I was 16 years old now I'm 32 and keep buying Honda and Acura I'm in love wit) this cars
Some people are never happy
Johnss2k, 09/03/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
After 8 months and reading some of these reviews I had to chime in. The v6 in my car is awesome. My 5th Accord, 3 had over 300k miles on them. I get 32.7 mpg hwy and 25 hwy when I drive good. When I drive nutty its substantially lower (to be expected by anyone with a brain). People seem to think you can buy something new and abuse it. The car needs to be properly broken is to get the best out of it. I like the option of changing the locking and unlocking of the doors to my preferences. I also have an s2000 another super car. I refused to trade my 1991 Accord in because at 263,000 miles it is still running so good. The oldie will be the parking lot ding car .
DO NOT BUY THIS CAR
stadem06, 08/10/2011
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful
I have been a loyal Honda owner for many years, always drove the Civic. In 2008 I fell in love with the new Accord Coupe and traded in my 1 yr old Civic to step up. That was a mistake. I just had to replace my rear brakes, my 4th pair in 3 years. I had to get the engine worked on because it would make a rattling sound every morning when I would start the car. The center console "Leather" is coming apart & the leather seats look stained from my clothes. Overall I am very disappointed.
Glad I'm not alone....
mrsag, 06/12/2013
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my 08' with 16k miles on it. Currently it has 48800 on it and I've replaced the brakes once (front and rear) although I am feeling like I am close to a second set already. I am also having the rattle at cold start and losing oil like crazy. Also seems to drop at idle and has even stalled a few times which is terrifying when you are at a stop on a highway!!! Dealership where I bought it is a toyo dealership so are unfamiliar with Honda issues. Did purchase a warranty through them so hoping they can figure it out after I've managed to do all the research for them.
Awesome alternative to BMW/Audi
cvdood, 03/10/2012
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Having been a Honda owner for 10yrs I wanted a change but didn't want to put up with the excessive cost of ownership of the Euro entry-luxe cars. I was going to replace my 4door Accord with the gorgeous Lexus IS350 but found this beauty on the lot and on the very first drive was sold. So much different than the 4door, super sporty, great looks and that engine, revs upto 8000rpm and begs to be driven hard. IMHO this is the only real life alternative to the mustang if you're looking for a sporty coupe with an eye towards your wallet and the resale value when you're ready for something new.
The Last Honda I'll Ever Buy!
joetomcar, 08/07/2011
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Although I have been a loyal Honda owner for over 20 years, I will never buy another one after all the issues I've encountered with the 2008 model. I bought my first Accord in 90, my second in 93. The 93 is still the best car EVER. Sadly the 2008 is nothing but trouble. The rear brake pads have had to be changed three times, the "leather" interior is cheap to say the least and the interior moldings were all cut too short and have had to be replaced. The middle console that's covered with "leather" is in shreds. Can anyone say "Naugahyde?" Both front seats are being recovered. Honda helped me out by paying 50% which is insane! By cutting corners, Honda has lost my business forever!
Brakes, brakes and more brakes!
namip1972, 05/21/2011
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
12 of 18 people found this review helpful
This car goes through brakes like I go through shoes, but are 5x more expensive. Dealer claims it's normal for the rear brakes to wear before the front...BS! Now there's a grrrrrrrrr noise when I start the car for which the dealer said will cost about $800 to fix (can't remember what he exactly said was wrong). Also, windows don't automatically go up all the way in cold weather. Further, the air-con is loud. Will never ever never buy a Honda again!!!!
Don't ever buy the accord.
Drew, 01/15/2016
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
I brought this car because I needed something good on gas and not 30,000 dollars. - the rear brakes went bad at 40,000 miles - the front bumper stated sagging down from the Hood and headlights - can't get over the road noise. I blast the radio every time I drive it. - the car nudges when acceleration like the car not getting enough gas. Does have good power over 3500 rpm. - the seats are hard. Back hurts after long drives. Feels like you are sitting on a blanket with a piece of plywood on top. I thought when I brought it the seats would break in over time. Not this car. The seats are as hard as the day I got it. Now has 80000 miles on it. - chrome paint on grill is flaking off. Paint on hood started comming off. Looked like it was bubbling underneath the paint then every time I washed it I loosed paint. Has the hood painted at 50000 miles. I still can't get over the hood getting painted. I mean every time you get in the car and look out the window you always see the hood. - overall I still own the car. I wish I sold it to a couple who wanted it more than I did. I've had Hondas in the past. But this one has the be the least one I like. The others were a 1986 crx. That was the most fun Honda I ever drove. It was fast good on gas everything. Next was a 1996 accord. It ran and drive fine when I sold it. Nothing went wrong with it. All said and done. For new honda owners test driving a car does not tell you everything. I know a lot of cars have the good things and the bad things about them. I brought my honda because at the time were the best selling cars. It looked cool sporty and in my price range. My 1990 mustang looks better and had no problems like the accord. But I don't think I'll buy another Honda. Ever
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Ok for 10 years
Buzz, 02/26/2018
updated 03/02/2020
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
It is a great car for 10 years.. but small things like the leather on the center console and driver side arm rest falling apart. The headliner started falling at 10 years. The driver side motor for the hot/cold air director failed. The driver side rear window rubber molding fell apart. The fake chrome plastic front grill trim bubbled up. But for 10 years the car performed great with no major problems at all. Update. Now the transmission has an issue shifting at 25mph and 35mph. Only while driving slow, the transmission sort of stutters briefly before shifting. Only have 95000 miles on the car and has been regularly serviced. Transmission still stutters and rubber continues to deteriorate around windows. Leather headrests in back are splitting.
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Accord coupe EX-L V6
rickyedger, 11/06/2010
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Fun car lots of power and cornering stability. My favorite car to date.
Not the Honda you remember
pesci, 06/17/2013
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 29 people found this review helpful
Avoid this model. I came off a 2005 honda civic. Best car I have ever owned. Not a problem at 117k miles and still on original brakes. So where to begin with this car? I bought this over priced junk with 30k miles on it. Traded it with 97k miles. 1. Brakes went out right away. . 2. Battery went out at 70k miles. 3. Vinyl on center and door panel armrest bubbled, split 4. Seats feel like wood. 5. Interior rattles excessive 6. Glovebox defective on all models 7. Chrome peeled off brand new oem steering wheel emblem. 8. Bushing wore out of shifter very quickly
Outstanding Value
Mike, 04/29/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This my second Honda, had a '90 Prelude Si, have to say Honda has certainly increased the fun factor! My coupe is the 6 speed manual, have had two bad experiences with 6 speed autos in other brands, (test drove the Accord EX-L V-6 with the 5 speed auto, was not impressed, decided to get the 6 speed and shift myself, great decision. This thing will fly low, was amazed at the power and response, handles great, wouldn't know that it's FWD unless you push it past it's limits. Gas mileage after 1000 miles is averaging apprx 23- 24 mpg in a blend of city/highway. A 75 mile freeway trip at 65 mph in sixth gear produced 28.4 which is above what Honda indicated. All around so far great vehicle..
Excellent design, questionable quality.
Derek , 01/13/2010
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought my Accord in the fall 2009. Have since put on about 5000 miles, the car currently has about 26000 miles on it. I must say that I am really impressed with the design of the coupe (not sure if they fell asleep designing the sedan). The coupe looks awesome and I get lots of complements. I have owned 4 Hondas and I must say that every time I got a new one, the build quality has gradually got worse. First, door seal came off, then glove box started to rattle, I am watching the rear brakes closely now as many complaints there, rear brakes at 35% but front at 75% interesting. Today I heard new center console rattle. Car vibrates @ 60-70 mph. What happened to Honda quality?! Looks is not all.
2008 Accord after 12 years ownership
Bill, 01/25/2020
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
Bought brand new in April 2008. Now almost 12 years later have 68K miles. Problems are 1) grinding noise at startup (VTC needs to be replaced. $500. Defective design), 2) rear brakes at 14,000 and 25,000 miles (until Honda admitted they have a defective design and did a recall), 3) AC vibrates when car is idling, and 4) it was burning oil at 1 quart per 600 miles until I did the procedure to clean carbon from the piston rings. Now it's 2K miles per quart. That's about it. I change oil with synthetic oil and filter every 5K miles since new, change transmission fluid periodically, don't beat the car when driving, keep the paint cleaned and waxed, protect rubber parts with rubber dressing, and park in a garage. Next work is to flush brake fluid, replace serpentine belt due to age, and have radiator flushed. Car handles well around town and at high speed. Good on snow, but not great, even with top quality all seasons. Acceleration with 190 hp is fine for normal driving. What ticks me off is the bad design with the VTC and brakes. Not Hondalike reliable. The grinding at startup will get worse and puts strain on timing chain. My gas mileage is also not good, with an average around 20. Typically get 24 or 25 on highway, and less than 20 in the city.
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Can't Wait to Sell It
megake02, 04/16/2012
2008 Honda Accord LX-S 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
Our 1998 Accord Coupe was a better car - didn't need a repair until 185k. This car has proven to be reliable with nearly 80k on it (first set of brakes had to be replaced at 35k but second set it still fine at 45k). Changing lanes on the left side is downright scary due to very poor visibility and acceleration is poor. I live in congested NJ and you have to gun it to merge onto the highways and the 4 cyl doesn't cut it. The paint quality is also poor. I get the car hand washed monthly but I have two rust spots already. I see older dark colored Accords with faded paint and I am concerned The plan is to trade it in just before 100k so I can avoid replacing the timing belt and tires.
2008 Honda Accord Couple 2.4L 5AT
RocTen, 02/13/2017
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Thus far its been a very dependable and trouble free car. Recall replaced rear brake pads at 27K. Front brakes lasted 90K. Only disappointment was center console trim vinyl bubbled up. Local upholstery shop for $65 upgraded it to leather. Had a 1996 Honda Accord Couple EX 2.2L 4AT that was still running strong at 250K when it was stolen. Best car I ever owned. Have the same expectation for this 2008. We will see.
I'll buy it again
Sam Pearlstein, 12/05/2016
updated 06/06/2018
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have enjoyed the looks of the car and its comfort. As it is now almost 10 years old it has fallen behind in technology. The car handles well in all conditions. Where I live in Upstate NY we have to deal with large volumes of snow and a second set of wheels with snow tires allows me to get around in the worst conditions. I have enjoyed my current vehicle so much that I plan to replace it with another 6 speed, 6 cylinder manual transmission Honda Accord Coupe.
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Best Car I Have Ever Owned
JLGOTROX, 06/11/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had the car for 3 days and I am still on the first tank. It is very nice to burn about 9 Gallons and still have half a tank after driving 260 miles. Posted mileage ratings are for those who have a heavy right foot. I have the full boat load, V6 EX-L, 6 Speed, Navi so on. This is my first Honda and I will be getting another. Honda nailed it on the head and it can only get better from here. This car is worth every penny of the 30K asking price.
Better than expected
JW, 05/21/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car has been a real pleasure to drive. After owning pick-ups, Tahoes, and Suburbans for the past couple of decades, I felt that it was time to downsize with fuel being what it is now, and I rarely ever hauled anything. Luckily, I bought this vehicle on a whim and it gets better every day. It fits right(I am 6'0"), is fun to drive, great stereo, fuel economy, performance.
Great value and fun to drive!
EXLV6Coupe, 05/20/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Picked up slightly used Nighthawk Black V6 coupe a couple of weeks ago. So far has been great. Excellent pickup and great interior. Definitely a great buy for the price. Honda has really improved the exterior styling from the outgoing coupe. Might not be as aggressive looking as a 3-series, but definitely gets head turning. Ample room for someone that is 6'2", and extremely comfortable for my daily commute (75 miles round trip). Excellent ergonomics and attention to detail. Most of the interior layout has been carefully thought out. Great car!
Love This Car!
karen, 12/23/2007
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I ordered this coupe in October and it arrived 2 weeks ago. From the moment I pulled out of the dealers lot...wow...excellent power and pickup. Even thought the roads had some ice on them I just kept driving. Cornering is excellent, handles better than the BMW 328xi I was considering (too expensive with expensive repairs).Stablity control is apparent, shift is smooth although the gear box is small, as compared to the SUV's I was used to driving. Brakes are sensitive and feel secure, no drift, but occ steering torque is apparent with some up shifting.
My 3rd Honda Accord
Tom, 05/07/2008
2008 Honda Accord LX-S 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have been driving Accords trouble free since my 1st 1985 Accord 2Dr hatchback (210k miles) and this is my 3rd Accord. I wanted to get away from the "family sedan" look of my 2001 Accord (172k miles) so I bought the coupe and gave the 2001 to my daughter who needed a car after her 1998 Camry engine seized (oil pump). I really like the styling of the coupe. The car is not noisy as some previous reviews mention but I dont have the sun roof or the V6 which may add noise. From the start I have been getting about 31 MPG (2/3 Hwy driving) which is better than I got with the 2001 4cyl 5M sedan (maybe better aerodynamics with the coupe). Since I commute 80 miles/day this was a pleasant surprise
08 accord coupe V6 AT
butler1985, 07/25/2013
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the car used with two other owners before me. Had 68k miles. Test drove it twice, and did not notice a weird shuttle in 2nd and 3rd gear. After using the car to drive to work which is 38 miles away I noticed a transmission problem. Took it to dealer and they said they could not find a problem but offered a software update for the transmission. The update was $110 and DID fix the problem. I didn't think it would but its been 4 days of driving and have not done it one time. I do love the car, it's fun for someone how does not consider the accord coupe to be a performance car, it is not but gives a good feel for one.
Awesome Vehicle!
NAVI, 12/09/2007
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My last three vehicles were purchased brand new and this was my first Honda and definitely will not be my last! Wow, what a car! I have the 2.4l engine and find it has plenty of speed for me. The car handles great, is a blast to drive, and is getting the gas mileage as advertised. The interior is appealing and the exterior is total eye candy! I love my 08 Accord Coupe!
My 2008 Honda Accord Lemon
Dennis Spitzer, 02/19/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my fourth Honda in December.I traded in my 2006 Se 4 door Accord.Boy do I regret that.I am having problems with the passenger side seat track,pealing paint on the rear bumper,Horrible Upholstery on the drivers side,and the major thing is an Major electrical problem with the Headlights and taillights flickering and dimming when you use the a/c and the cooling fans kick on and off.The dash lights and radio go in and out also with this problem.The 2008 Accord is a danger to the road....am a Handicapped citizen and basically Honda does not care about their faulty products.
Neve will I buy another Honda
Spodie, 07/10/2010
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
32,000 miles and I'm on my second set of rear brakes. Front brakes still look like the day it was drove off the lot. I'm starting to think Honda is another Toyota. Let's not do anything about it until people get killed.
Honda Issues
HoNda Jole, 05/05/2010
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
2008 Honda Accord with non-stop brake issues. Honda will not recall this, maybe after they have issues like Toyota did they will get it together.
Go for the Stick
Ran, 03/07/2009
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car looks great in coupe form. Would recommend to get the stick, as the automatic feels quite detuned. There is also a lag on acceleration, likely due to the VEM. 2008 models have many problem areas; rear brake premature wear at 20,000, improperly installed headlights and taillights causing paint chipping around the lights. Seats are too firm and leather is quite "hard" in character and feel. Lots of room, especially for the driver and passenger. Radio works great. Gas mileage not quite as good as advertised. Quality does not seem to be up to par as previous Hondas. Resale value for the V6 is unacceptably low. Rear window should have a rear wiper.
Review @ 18k Miles
Matt, 08/25/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
So after 18k miles my review still doesn't get any better. The gas mileage has improved from 18MPG to 21 but that still is not good. I currently need new brakes (front & back) which i've never had to get brakes before 30k miles. I do not have a heavy foot for braking. The vibration between 60-70 MPH still exists. Acceleration seems to be getting weaker and weaker. Road noise in the beginning was bad now it's even worse.
never again
Richard, 03/16/2010
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
driving 200 miles round trip to work and needing a car rated with a high mpg i bought the coupe. although it looked sharp the seats were horrible. everyday i would get out of the car with a terrible backache. my wife hated to ride in my car because of it making her back hurt. this was my first and LAST Honda. i've always had Pontiac Bonnibelles and NEVER had a minute's problem. but with Pontiacs longer being in production, I've traded this coupe in for the new 2011 Hyundai Sonata. it is SO much more comfortable and i don't dread driving to work. never had any problems other than the seats being uncomfortable. Good luck to those of you who bought this car but ill never own another honda.
Maybe A Lemon?
Matt, 03/18/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Since leasing my accord in Oct: 1: it broke down in December - had to replace the overhead cams, fuel injectors, battery and a few other things 2: in Feb I discover there is an oil leak 3: in Feb I feel a vibration when driving - have a rim & tire replaced and all tires balanced. Honda didn't have the specs to do a front end alignment and told me to wait 4: I meet with an arbitrator who then gets the car aligned - still vibrating 5: the car averages less then 20MPG in a good week. Sometimes as low as 17 6: I'm waiting to see what goes next?
READ REVIEWS BEFORE YOU PURCHASE!!!
shawnamk, 03/09/2011
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 10 people found this review helpful
I am so upset with Honda and this car! This was my very first new car I have had. I went with a Honda because I wanted something reliable and long lasting. This is the complete opposite. I had same problem with brakes at 17,000 miles, had it in the shop b/c paint was chipping around windows and bumper. Last night it broke down and I had to get a jump at midnight in the middle of no where. Seriously my 2.5 year old car broke down?? Its now in the shop for that and also b/c my engine sounds crazy loud and sounds like it's ticking. Dealer said the ticking and loud engine are normal. I need to get rid of this car so I guess I paid $15,000 to drive for 2.5 yrs. Don't BUY!!
Awesome Ride!
Rod, 09/07/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The first 1,500 miles have been a lot of fun. I am very pleased with the cornering and superb handling of this car. Initially the dashboard controls were a little intimidating, but it doesn't take long to get comfortable with them. Everything is placed perfectly. Voice commands are logical and easy to remember. I've been averaging 28 mpg per tank since about 1,000 miles. No problems. Glad I made the right choice.
Blown Away!!!
Mike, 06/18/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After months of research on this and other sites & countless test drives, I decided on the '08 Accord Coupe. I'm absolutely thrilled with my decision! The fit & finish would lead you to believe you're in top of the line luxury car. Definitely a head-turner, I get looks from BMW, Acura, & Lexus drivers all the time; maybe they realize they paid $10k more than they had to for a top-notch car. For people complaining about low fuel economy, are you red-lining it at every stop light or something? I drive aggressively and still get 25 MPG city. The 31 MPG hwy rating is right-on, last 2 trips I got right at 31.4 MPG. Take care of it, drive it right, and it will take care of you (& your wallet)!
Do your research.
what?, 09/06/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
First I am 6'4" and 235 lbs. I fit in the Coupe comfortably. The seat has to be far back so my head does not hit the ceiling. Leg room is adequate. The interior is nicely equipped and I like the XM radio but not the monthly fee. The exterior is ok and looks pretty sharp in the metallic color. The ride is somewhat rough and very noisy. My Toyota Tacoma truck is quieter than this Honda when traveling at high speed. I drive a Charger at work and the Charger rides nicer and is quieter as well. The 4 cylinder is very slow when you need it to go from a dead stop. Go for the 6 cylinder if you can afford it.
This One's the Fun Accord
Linebacker68, 12/20/2007
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had been looking seriously at getting a slightly-used (2005) 3-Series BMW for my next car. I wanted a nice, sporty every-day driver for under $30K. When my wife and I stopped by the Honda dealer to look at an SUV for her, I saw that they had an '08 blue Accord coupe V6, 6MT. I'm not a fan of the previous Accord coupes, but when I took the '08 for a test drive, I was quite impressed with the nice balance of handling, ride and, of course, the power of that V6 coupled with the manual tranny. After doing some comparison test-drives of other brands, I came back to that 6spd Accord coupe. Honda now has a real mid-size "driver's car."
A car that exceeds expectations....
Morphie, 06/02/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought the Coupe for my daughter (graduating from a Civic); My intention was to get a reliable, attractive vehicle that she would like and that my wife and I might occasionally use. What I did not expect was to start to covet the Accord. It is one of the few cars we have had that turns heads (red, black interior). Its build quality is at least equal to our last three Audi's (A6's, avant=wagon) and superior to our Subaru Outback. Because of fuel prices, I elected to get the 4; it is excellent. 190 hp and superior gas mileage. With the exception of a minor paint issue, the quality control, both aesthetic and mechanical, is first rate. Honda is a world class engineering company.
Don't Believe the Negativity
HondaLover, 07/21/2008
2008 Honda Accord LX-S 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have read the reviews. I have nothing bad to say about my car. I bought the Red Coupe 24 hours ago and I have already put 150 miles on it. I read the negativity, I have not any of those issues thus far. There is no noise when driving. There are no blind spots, just use your side mirrors correctly. The plug for my iPhone is in a great place. This is my fourth Honda and my first Accord. I had my last 1993 Honda Civic for 11 years. I was just ready for a upgrade and it was good to me until the last few years. Follow the instructions on how to buy a new car. It really help me get my car only $500 over invoice and 4.9% interest rate. I came in already financed, so I came with buying power.
Accord LX-E
Wayne , 09/21/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Beautiful car, got one of the first cars at the dealer when they came out. Very happy with the car enjoy the ride and performance. I am having early wear on the brake, shimmy at 60 mph with 20K miles on the car. Possible design issue, dealer reviewing. Mileage is disappointing.
Nice car for the price
Jorge, 10/05/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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My 2 door Accord coupe v-6 looks and rides great. The 268 horses work just fine. The VCM works perfectly and has not given me any problems. The brakes could be better in order to stop after hard acceleration. I love the way the automatic shifts and down shifts as you are coming to a stop. If you are looking for a nice 2 door coupe this is it. My old solara was a truck next to the Accord
Wow!
Aaron J, 07/29/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I previously owned a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT. Now that was a fast car but thats about it. This car is a dream from the GAS to the STYLE to the COMFORT. You will not regret your choice I PROMISE.
Gearbox and Transmission Junky
Schuyler, 10/01/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
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When I first received this car 11-2007, I noticed that the it was hard to shift into 3rd gear and would often pop out of 3rd gear and was told at the dealership that this would go away at around 10,000 miles well it did not. So then they replaced the gears and a week later fourth gear went out; thus every time I tried to put it into fourth gear yesterday and it would pop out again along with making a very high pitch sound but was not raising the revs on the tach Meter. Today it made high whining sounds in every gear and I barely made it to the dealership today. The dealer had my car for two days last week and will have my car for 4 days this week, I sure hope Honda can fix this.
2008 Accord EXL Coupe - Awesome
KS, 05/30/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I previously owned an '05 Accord coupe and was intrigued with the new design. I love this car more!! It is so fun to drive and I enjoy the new features they have added. I can't wait to get on the road!! Good job again Honda!!! Plus my '05 held it's value and sold at a really good price - they hold their value!
Pretty decent llittle car.
Mujhunter, 10/03/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I have had the car for nearly six months now and overall I am pretty satisfied with my purchase. The two door coupe is very comfortable and roomy and draws plenty of attention. The seats are decent, the interior design is excellent IMO as well as the exterior design, and thus far it has been extremely reliable. The build quality could be a tad bit better (less wind noise), but it's not horrible. I looked at a ton of cars before this purchase many of which were entry level luxury sedans costing 5-10k dollars more and could not justify buying any of them over the accord. You get a lot of car loaded with options for the money. I paid 26k for mine before tt&l.
Went from S2000 to Accord Cpe V6 w Nav
Joseph, 08/01/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I turned in my S2000 for the Accord Coupe V6 w/ Nav and auto trans. I must say the nav is fun to play with, still getting to know all the functions and voice command. The stereo and XM radio is great. The speedo/tach is a little boring compared with the new Civics and S2000, but it's bright and legible at night. There is a faint pull when the cylinders switch from 6 down to "eco" mode, but it's very faint. Ride and handling are great as is the power, though pretty unimpressed with overall fuel economy but at least it doesn't take premium (averaging 23 mpg). But it looks hot, so for me, switching from an S2000 to this was important. People will gawk.
My First Honda
alex , 10/17/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have owned this coupe for 2 months now, and overall I am happy with the purchase. Definitely different than driving an Expedition. Gas mileage at first wasn't great but having reached 2500 miles, it seemed to go up dramatically in city driving. 17 mpg average to 20.7 mpg average. Hwy avg. mpg is 26, but haven't gone out of town lately, it may be more. VCM/ECO did surge a lot when I first bought it, now just does it ever so often, usually only when accelerating from a low speed. Ride is great, power is awesome.
From Hyundai to Honda
Odyman, 10/16/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is my first Honda, and WOW! Traded in my elantra at 33 MPG but with the VCM in my new Coupe, I am getting 28.4 MPG on last fill up. Love the interior and the power and speed, but not hard to beat after what I had. Drove an Altima (3.5 V-6 coupe) and the accord was a major step up and less a price.
My first Honda
Honda's Rock, 06/24/2008
2008 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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Well I bit the bullet and traded my Chevy Tahoe. I thought I was going to cry, I loved that truck!! Until I bought my Honda Accord Coupe, I thought that I would feel claustrophobic after driving a huge SUV for almost 5 years but I didn't, it totally surprised me. I've had it 3 months and absolutely love it. The only complaint is I get 27 mpg, I'd rather have much more but I don't drive far and its almost double of what my Tahoe was. It feels and drives like a luxury auto twice the price, the handling and space for all my gadget is superb!
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