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Still love Hondas
Will S, 09/05/2015
updated 03/12/2018
2012 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
All around still one of the best! The 2012 is not full of tech, but it is comfortable, quiet, high performance, super safe, reliable, easy to use, retained value, and a great family car that does not make you feel like you have no style. This is my 8th Honda (9 if you include the lawn mower). None of them have been anything less than terrific. I tried a Kia, and the seat knob broke off during a test drive. None of my 8 Hondas have done that:) As always, I get much better than listed mileage. The Toyota's we have owned do worse. I am averaging about 4 mpg higher than the said it would get:) The 2013 has more Tech, but they took out the double wishbone suspension in the front, shrunk the passenger space, and replaced the steel hood and trunk lid with aluminum (not near as tuff). I would rather have the 2012 model. I added Bluetooth aftermarket for $30, and I can always put in a touch screen later. The double wishbone is a big plus! However, the USB port on this car is great. Since my last review, no changes:) Super reliable. Tinted the back 3 windows with a 35%, and the front sides with 50%. :)
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As good as it gets for under 24K
rebiii, 09/06/2012
2012 Honda Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
After driving my 2005 Nissan Altima for 135K I decided it was time for a new car. I tested the new Altima, Camry, and fusion. All great cars but was able to save some $$$ buying a loaded left-over. The car drives great and Im averaging about 30 miles a gallon on the highway. The leather seats are comfortable and the stereo is great with SAT.. For the record, I disagree with the review that the 'interior is of poor quality". Honda uses textured hard plastics for the dash but it looks nice and does not appear cheap. I find it easy to clean and maintain its highly scratch resistant. So unless you plan on resting on the dash I think it should be fine for most people...
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I named mine sweetie, 09/22/2019
updated 03/10/2025
2012 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Impression after 3 months with my used Accord coupe. Very comfortable seats. Quiet, smooth motor. Firm and stable suspension. Clutch is a bit stiff and gearing is low and close ratio. Stance is wide. Tight turning radius. The speedo and tach are hidden by the steering wheel. No oil pressure gauge or voltmeter. I have a coupe and I have no visibility out the right rear side. No back up camera on 2012s. A taller person may have better visibility. Not a car to zip in and out of traffic. The large 6 cyl will get up and go when merging. But it must be finnessed because of torque steer. You can not simply stomp on the accelerator from a dead stop. I have not driven in rain yet. The computer calculates mileage at 18. At 65,000, no major mechanical repair needed. I do have a non working mirror and I need clutch slave cylinder but these are minor. All in all, a well put together.and very capable car. If you test drive one, it will win you over. For the mechanically inclined reader, the 8th gen is the last one for port injected motors. 9th gens are direct injection. The 2012 3.5L has a timing belt. The 2.4L has a timing chain. These are not freewheeling motors. Valves must be adjusted on both motors. The Accord suspension also changed after 2012. The 3.5L with manual trans does not have the Eco mode. The 3.5L with auto trans does. Some say it is annoying. Mine is manual so I don't know. Hondas have integrated exhaust manifolds. No aftermarket headers will be available. The manuals have dual mass flywheels which tend to wear out before your clutch does. Aftermarket single mass flywheel and clutch combos are available. Changing a clutch on these is expensive. If you are undecided, spend some time hanging out on the owner forums. In short, I am happy with my purchase. With every choice you make, you give up other options. All in all, this car is a great choice for most anyone. UPDATE: This is a car for car people. It is a joy to drive and a beauty to look at. At 92,000 miles, it has needed only brakes, battery and an alternator. The M/T engine is slightly different and does not come equipped with cylinder deactivation. Mileage is about 19 around town. UPDATE 2: Good: Stunning looks, comfortable and fun to drive. Quiet, smooth and powerful engine. No VCM (variable cylinder management) on the manual trans version. Interior controls are easy to use and intuitive. Trouble free manual transmission. Fairly reliable with exception of the issues below. The paint has aged well. Bad: The J35Z3 engine paired with the manual trans is unique and not readily available if engine replacement is ever needed. The J35Z2 can be substituted with additional modifications. The catalytic converters are prone to fail due to being directly bolted to the exhaust ports leading to P0430 and P0420 codes. Frequent battery replacement. Perhaps due to the charging system design. Look up ELD (electronic load detection) for more info. Rear brakes drag. Keep an eye on them. If severe, you can smell burning pad material. Car makers are being forced to make changes that destroy reliability to meet emissions and fuel economy requirements. All the flaws mentioned above are directly related to these mandates. Otherwise, this car would have become very collectable.
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Poor Decision
keibie40, 07/25/2012
2012 Honda Accord LX-P 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
17 of 20 people found this review helpful
After being an avid Ford Car man for 24 years, I succumbed to the many suggestions from friends and family to try the Honda Accord Sedan. On 6/30/12 I test drove the 2012 LX-P Sedan for only the standard 10 to 15 minute interval. The roads surrounding the Dealership were considerably bumpy, pitted and consistently crowned. The car felt good and the price was excellent so I bought it. The final 17 miles of my 50 mile drive home, was newly paved expressway. Oh God, what did I buy? Significant pulling to the right and shimmy/vibrations began and never stopped. 26 days and 10 visits to Honda, the alignment is correct but I am told that have to live with shimmy/vibration. Worst Decision Ever.
Unhappy with 2012 Honda Accord
vthaxton, 08/27/2014
2012 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I have owed Honda's since 1985 and the 2012 is the worse. My 1998 with 250,000 miles drove and rode better than the 2012. Hesitation is a common occurrence. I took it back to the dealership but they claim couldn't find anything wrong with the car. The seats are very uncomfortable. The road noise when driving on the highway is very distracting, you can't hear the radio unless you turn up loud this is not an option when others are in the car. The gas mileage is very good. I will not keep this Honda as long as I have kept the others I have owned.