KELLEY BLUE BOOK REVIEW
Driving It
Driving Impressions
The Accord Coupe feels more lively than the Accord Sedan. That's partly a function of size: The Coupe is a few inches shorter in both wheelbase and overall length than the Sedan and also weighs slightly less. Honda's four-cylinder engine gets good gas mileage and has enough power to handle all normal driving needs. But the V6 has a satisfying surplus of power and its crisp responsiveness makes for fun driving. The six-speed manual transmission that's exclusive to the EX-L V6 matches the engine's power band nicely and, so equipped, the Accord Coupe still earns respectable fuel economy. However, the shifter isn't as impressive; some of the gear-to-gear exchanges feel less precise than we might prefer. The independent suspension is firm enough to deliver a responsive level of handling, yet ride quality remains quite good.
Favorite Features
Distinctive Styling
Designers tend to take more chances with the styling of coupes than with sedans; they can make the roofline rakish, because they know there's seldom anyone sitting in back. As a result, the Accord Coupe's design is a lot edgier than that of the Sedan and, from the wedge-like front end to the refined rear view, the Accord Coupe is easy on the eyes.
Responsive V6
Looking sporty is good, but having enough power to back up the looks is even better – especially in the coupe category, where performance can be relatively more important. Honda's 3.5-liter V6 has a silky power flow that adds greatly to the Accord's driving enjoyment.
Designers tend to take more chances with the styling of coupes than with sedans; they can make the roofline rakish, because they know there's seldom anyone sitting in back. As a result, the Accord Coupe's design is a lot edgier than that of the Sedan and, from the wedge-like front end to the refined rear view, the Accord Coupe is easy on the eyes.
Responsive V6
Looking sporty is good, but having enough power to back up the looks is even better – especially in the coupe category, where performance can be relatively more important. Honda's 3.5-liter V6 has a silky power flow that adds greatly to the Accord's driving enjoyment.
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