Honda Accord 2008-2012 used car review

The Honda Accord offers reliable, safe and comfortable motoring.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 4.1 out of 5

The good

Five-star safety rating
Huge load space
Excellent reliability

The not-so-good

Centre rear seat position not great for adults
Soft ride may not be liked by all drivers

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2009 Honda Accord Tourer TL

Price

$7,800 to $18,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2.4-litre four-cylinder, 147kW/233Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Five-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

10,000km or six months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

9.1-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4750mm

Width

1840mm

Height

1470mm

Towing capacity

1600kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.4m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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