
Positive Review
I purchased this car at the end of May 2014. My commute to work is 154 miles RT every day with 70% being Interstate at 70 MPH and the remainder small town and 55 MPH two lane black top. The MPG has been disappointing considering the 51 / 45 claim. On my daily trip I average about 42 MPG using the best driving habits I can. The trunk space is dismal and I do not like the fact that there is no spare tire. The ride and handling are very good. I really enjoy the sound system and blue tooth connectivity. The interior fit leaves something to be desired because the car has several temperature and vibration related rattles in the interior.
Critical Review
I bought a new 2015 Accord Hybrid for it's fuel economy, and in that aspect, car does not disappoint.However, I was unaware of just how disappointingly choppy the car's ride would be when the it's software switches between electric engine and gas engine... especially when driving faster than 40 MPH at constant speed. I failed to realize this during the original test drive because I only drove it on the freeway for about one mile (and in heavy afternoon traffic). In short, (whether using cruise control or not) the 2015 Accord Hybrid will intermittently pause and then surge whenever the electric engine disengages from action at speeds north of 35-40 MPH... both annoying and disconcerting since it results in a choppy ride. I took my new Accord Hybrid to the dealer service folks twice for this problem. The first time, I was told to stop using the ECON mode if I wanted a smoother ride. The second time, I insisted on speaking with the service tech who would test drive it. Here's the exact verbiage from the service ticket: "NFP test drove the vehicle and verified customers concern. Took snap shots during the event of the PGM-FI system... etc.. After review of all the snap shot data... it was determined that it is the normal operation of this vehicle." That's a pretty poor response from Honda. I've always be partial to Honda products... but with the Accord Hybrid: Let the buyer beware.
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Great Milage
Needs to be driven regularly for battery's health
I have 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid, now running 130K miles on it. So far apart from regular fluid change, break pad, tires I have not had any issue. My summer months are between 36-40 MPG whereas being New England my winter months fall to 32-36 MPG. 80% of my drive is in town (traffic signal every half mile) bought for that purpose. So far it has been a great car, looking to do another 100K. My only issue is after 130K miles (and parking on the street (-15'F to 90'F)) my cabin noise is more then it used to be and also I hear/feel the engine when it starts, it was barely noticeable for first 60-70K miles. Which is ok as after 130K miles the engine can not be as quite as in the beginning.
Beware of this 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid! It has a faulty head unit which causes a scratchy loud noise (over 120 db) which is transmitted through the infotainment speakers. This defect renders this car as undriveable. Honda USA is well aware of this defect but will not institute a recall. There are no available head unit replacements and proprietory specifications mean third party head units are inoperable. Basically, most safety features are unavailable as are the radio, phone, and navigation. You can google the terms static noise and head unit to find 100s of reviews about this defect. Honda USA refuses to fix the defect nor acknowledge any responsibility. Please note, that 120 db of noise will irreversably harm you ears.
Nice balance between old "button" cars and new "screen" cars, dimming rearview mirror
Low screen position, better safety features available in newer cars, no spare tire
I bought this car a few weeks ago and immediately took it on a road trip. I had an '04 Accord before this, so this car is a good middle ground to the very techy '25s. I like most of the new features, although I'll admit that some of the safety features are a bit annoying to get used to (particularly the adaptive cruise control). Looks slick but still unique enough to pick out of a parking lot. Engine is very quiet which actually makes the road noises sound a bit louder. Apple Car Play is really worth having, although the screen is still a little low for using with navigation; I found myself looking down more than I'd like. All in all a great car, but for someone as particular as me I still prefer my '04!
We purchased our 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring October 2, 2016. As always, we get all service done at Honda. We optioned the car out, so other than heated steering and ventilated seats, it has everything. On the outside, it's Honda, but on the inside, Acura TLX. Plenty of room, front and back. We've driven to California several times without a hitch and very comfortable. We love this car, which is why we have kept it so long. driving in econ mode, 48 - 51mpg at 65 mph. It has a camera mounted in the right rearview mirror so when you turn on the right blinker, you get a view of anything in the lane. Why 4 stars and not 5? The infotainment center is just ok, not as easy to use as it could be. Same with voice commands. You have to say things in a sequence to get to what you want where as in out other car, the infotainment center is seamless and easy. The next thing is the cruise control. The system is slow to get back up to speed if the accident avoidance system kicks in and slows you down. But that's it. We needed another car but wanted an SUV. It took us a while to find one that could equal the performance and pleasure of this Honda Accord.
Great gas mileage, rides smooth
Little tight driver seat if you're over 6ft 3
Great car bought a used 2917 hybird touring Accord..lives up to its name gas mileage is over 50 per..I have 82000 thousand going to keep fir few more years an buy another one.
Great car, and runs very smoothly. I have test-driven and seen multiple. Very impressed. Wondering why it is so cheap compared to other hondas.
Hybrid gives good milage, maintanance free, excel
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This is the best car I have ever had. I am comparing with other cars I have owned, such as BMW 325i, Mercedes 350 4Matic, Mercedes 300 4Matic. I have done nothing to car other than filling up with gas and driving. In the summer I get more than 50-55 m/g in the city 42-45m/g in the highway. In the winter 40-45 m/g in the city, 38-40m/g in the highway. Most reliable car, first set of tires ran 80000 miles. I still have the original brakes, which I was told during my last oil change (which is done every 10000 miles) will go for another 30000 miles. I will not sell it, because I bought a Tesla.
Reliable
Minor problems with cell phone hookup.
I now have over 133,000 on the ODO. Zero repairs, just normal maintenance items (tires, oil, filter, etc). I'm still able to exceed 50 MPG around the city. Most miles driven are highway at speeds nominally ~ 75MPH. Pretty consistently get ~42 MPG in that mode.