Used 2016 Honda Accord Consumer Reviews
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2016 Honda Accord V6 EX-L
MPK, 05/27/2016
2016 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I just purchased on 5/26/16 a brand new 2016 Honda Accord 6 cyclinder EX-L. I traded in a 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited. Here are the other cars I looked at and test drove: 2016 Hyundai Sonata- Regular and Hybrid 2016 Toyota Camry XLE Hybrid When I drove the 2016 Sonata's both of the models above, they were ok. But one thing I noticed is how much more solid both Toyota Camry and Honda Accord felt in the doors and the workmanship. I went thru everything with a fine tooth comb. I am a Dealerships worst nightmare. If I had to rank workmanship and quality of build between the 3 I would rate like this: Honda 9.25 Toyota 8.7 Hyundai 5 I was very much torn between the 2016 Honda Accord 6 cyclinder EX-L and the 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE. I was very very impressed with Camry Hybrid. When I left the Toyota dealer for my 45 minute drive home, several times I wanted to turn back but I said think about it over night. I went back to Honda dealership close to my house in Pompano Beach, FL and they gave me a better deal on trade in and the new car over another dealer. (Tip #1 If you don't visit at least 2 dealers of the same brand you are doing yourself a severe disservice). You need to play the game. But after really looking at the Honda again, the thing that convinced me to buy it was the outer appearance and quality of build. The Accord felt a little bit more refined then the Camry. Again, very narrow and I'm splitting hairs. The doors seemed a little heavier, everything tight and tad bit higher quality feel. But again, Camry Hybrid was great. Essentially, the Camry Hybrid XLE I could have bought for about $27,800 and the Honda Accord EX-L I bought for $26,900 (MSRP $31,580). Other great things about the Accord: V6- great pickup Ride- very nice Reliability- unmatched Honda Sensing- this is the safety package I didnt get it because its not good. In 2 years, trust me it will be standard so why pay. My experience with my local Honda dealer was nothing short but a nightmare but the General Sales Manager repaired and rebuilt the deal. In Florida, DO NOT PAY the "Dealer Administrative Fee" or "Doc Fee" they will tell you over and over again its mandatory. Most everybody that works at any dealer including some managers don't know 100% AGAINST FLORIDA STATE LAW. Usually, only the top guy, General Sales Manager knows, salesmen do not know, clueless. (Check your states law via Google) Here is Florida State Laws and my letter that I brought to the dealer: Thank you for allowing me to work with your dealership in my quest to purchase a new vehicle. Since I am a resident of XXX, I felt the necessity to shop local initially. However, I did search at other Honda dealers to allow ample opportunity to make a wise decision. This letter focuses in on a Fee called “Dealer Administrative Fee” or "Doc Fee" As I’m sure your dealership is aware, under Florida State Law, specifically Fla Statute 501.976, (16) Actionable, unfair, or deceptive acts or practices: In addition, Motor Vehicles Sales Finance, Chapter 69V-50.001 Miscellaneous Charges, clearly define those permitted charges by Florida State Law. Essentially, the Dealer Administrative Fee of $799.00 violates Florida State Laws. As such, I want this process to continue to be a good experience. Essentially, I see we have three options: 1) Option 1- I pay the Dealer Administrative Fee, take possession of the vehicle, then file a complaint with the dealer within 30 days as required by law, then proceed with a lawsuit for the $799, plus other fees, costs, and damages 2) Option 2- I simply leave the dealership with no dealer and I inform the Attorney General of Deceptive Advertising and Practices 3) Option 3- (My preferred Option) We work things out to where this “profit” fee is waived UPDATE 6/9/16 Some negatives after 2 weeks of driving; 1) There is pretty noticeable wind noise on the highway 2) The touch screen is not smooth for radio 3) Engine does idle hard off/on when parked/stopped 4) The V6 is getting bad gas mileage especially city, under 20 mpg; highway 27/28 Positive: braking, steering, good pick up with V6, don't hear engine much good soundproofing there
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Great car!
ERIK LARA, 04/06/2016
updated 04/20/2018
2016 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
The car is great. Only complaint would be that you do get some wind noise at higher speeds that you wouldn't get with some competitors but it's nothing out of control. You won't really notice it if you have any audio at a low volume. Update 10/7/16: when I first did this review I had a few hundred miles. I'm now at 11,7xx miles. Cars been great. Only issue has been I had a couple dash lights came on randomly on a road trip but they went away when I stopped for gas. Never came back and it's been a while since then. Update 4/8/17 car is still chugging along great. It now has 22,8xx miles on it. I've noticed an increase in MPG up to 32mpg from 30mpg combined. Update 10/10/17 now at 34,xxx miles still running good. Although I did have an led drl go out about a month ago but it was replaced under warranty. It is something to be aware of because if it does go out outside of warranty it's 400-500 to get that drl fixed because they have to replace the entire headlight assembly. Update 4/19/18 last week my passenger window stopped working I was a little worried but it turned out to be a blown fuse. No big deal just put in a new one and it works again. I don't know why the fuse blew but it could have to do with the aftermarket subwoofer or HID's I installed. Either way I'm not worried about it. Car continues to be great.
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Beautiful car
Nancy Mcdonough, 06/27/2016
updated 01/06/2020
2016 Honda Accord Sport 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I did a LOT of research and took a LOT of test drives. This is a wonderful car. It has a fantastic drive, and is very comfortable! I've never bought a sedan, and I have no regrets with this car. It is truly my dream car.
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3rd Accord and mostly loving it.
George, 03/12/2016
updated 09/18/2017
2016 Honda Accord EX 2dr Coupe w/Honda Sensing (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I was excited to get an EX sensing coupe for the price of an LX coupe. The wheels are much nicer on the EX. Coming from an '07 Accord coupe v6 and the improved fuel economy is amazing. I do miss the power of the v6, but the power is acceptable and allows for easy merging. I'm also getting better combined mileage in traffic than I ever did with straight highway driving and no traffic with the old v6. The plethora of music listening options are great and Android Auto works very well on my Galaxy S7. I do however, wish that I could use Pandora while Android Auto was active, and that the sound system was a little better. I was expecting a bit more from the upgraded system with subwoofer. Sound quality isn't the greatest, and neither is the bass, even with the sub. The ride strikes a very nice balance between compliance and sportiness. It feels planted, but not harsh. Update September 2016: The highlights: Positive: Pandora is now usable from Android Auto. Powerful for a 4 cylinder. Great mileage. Negative: I was unhappy with the OEM tires, so they were replaced with tires that have better traction overall, especially in inclement weather. The car will often forget my phone and I need to go through and pair it again. Android Auto doesn't always engage the first time when plugging the phone in. This is really annoying on road trips when stopping to get gas/for rest breaks as every 3rd to 4th time the system will refuse to recognize my phone. It then treats it as a new bluetooth connection the next time I start the car. Driver's side floor mat showed significant wear by 15,000 miles.
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Honda Accord and Apple Car-Play make a good match
Doug Bennett, 12/28/2015
2016 Honda Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I just love the new feature using my I-phone Apple Apps on my car screen. For someone who drives for a living, it makes sending and receiving phone calls, texts and emails from the driver seat a breeze. It actually speeds up my day because I no longer have to pull over or be in someones parking lot to look over and respond to texts and emails. Besides the normal smoothness and dependability of the Accord, it made the decision that much easier to go with the new '16 model because of the Car-Play. There's really only one minor downfall of this new and elegant car, there's no little "nook" to drop your change or small nick-knacks into. Besides that minor tid-bit, this car's a winner all the way around and drives like a champ!
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