2008 Honda Accord

Check out our Pre Owned Honda Accord Inventory!!!

Overview

The 2008 Honda Accord maintains its place in the sedan market with advantages over its competitors including more power, room, safety, and features-to-cost value. Drivers can select from a choice of either a four-cylinder powertrain or a V6 engines. Two trims are included in this lineup, but the hybrid model and V6 sedan with manual transmission has been dropped for 2008.

Full 2008 Honda Accord Review

The 2008 Honda Accord resides in a very busy class, competing with other sedans including the Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, and the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The two-door 2008 Honda Accord coupe in turn competes directly with the Nissan Altima coupe. The EX-L V6 Coupe is a favorite among driving enthusiasts as it comes with a six-speed manual and V6; it is the only Accord with that combination. It also comes with larger anti-roll bars and low-profile 18-inch tires and wheels. 

Style and Design 2008 Accord

The 2008 Honda Accord is offered in coupe and sedan forms, three engine choices, a variety of trims, and a list of options and packages.

The LX Sedan comes with basic base level features, such as cloth seats. The LX-P Sedan adds alloy wheels, a power driver's seat, power windows, security system, and chrome tailpipe.

The Accord EX Sedan comes with five-speed manual or automatic transmission. The EX Sedan is also available with the V6 and automatic.

EX models add active noise cancellation and an in-dash CD changer, power moonroof, heated mirrors, an interface dial with scrolling, illuminated switch power windows, premium interior accents, driver power lumbar adjust, and 17-inch alloy wheels with P225/50 Michelin tires. 

EX-L stands for leather on the seats and steering wheel, but the EX-L Sedan, EX-L Coupe also get dual-zone automatic climate control, a 270-watt sound system with subwoofer, and heated front seats.

This Honda Accord for 2008 gives drivers a contemporary yet conservative design. The coupe has grown similarly from the last Accord coupe but you won't confuse it with a large car.

What's Inside

Inside the 2008 Honda Accord, the cabin is pleasing to sit in. Materials are good and there is a variety of storage areas for modern conveniences. Upper trims add leather. EX-L models have multiple power adjustments and good support for the long haul or around-town errands.

The 2008 Accord redesign has a wider stance, and this translates directly into a larger cabin. Rear-seat passengers will have few complaints as few do in large cars. Three interior colors are offered on the sedans, black, gray, and ivory, while the coupe goes black or ivory only.

Controls for lights and wipers are on stalks. Controls for sound, climate, and navigation are central below the navigation screen and vents.

Test Drive 2008 Accord

The Honda Accord is loved by drivers because of its ultimate ease of use. an easy The Accord LX 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine matches Nissan's 2.5-liter. Every Accord compares well against competitors in terms of mileage and emissions(1), and runs on regular unleaded. 

For mileage(1), all Accord sedans with four-cylinder engines(LX-S, EX, EXL) are EPA-rated 22/31 mpg City/Highway with the manual, 21/30 mpg with the automatic. Four-cylinder coupes are rated 22/31 mpg with the manual, 21/30 mpg with the automatic. V6 sedans are rated 19/29 mpg. V6 coupes are rated 19/28 mpg with automatic, 17/25 mpg with the six-speed manual.

2008 Summary

 The 2008 Honda Accord has stepped gracefully into modern times with a major revision for this model year.  "Honda did a sweet job on the overhaul. The combination of pleasant driving, practicality and refinement probably is unmatched among mainstream sedans." says USA Today There's also next to no learning curve to operate it, no weak spots in the powertrain, no unnecessary or intrusive noise, no bad manners in how it responds to driver direction, next to nothing bad for the environment, and no excuse for not asking directions since you can do that without winding down a window. "Most will like the Accord's improved styling, additional space and better performance. I certainly did." adds Detroit News. It's also available as a stylish, trouble-free coupe.

[1]  Based on 2008 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.