2010 Honda Accord Coupe

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Summary

Few vehicles over the past three decades have garnered as much respect in America as the Honda Accord. It hasn't achieved this by being sporty, glamorous or sexy. Instead, it has, for every year, offered what most Americans want out of their daily transportation. Take an Accord for a test-drive, we find it comfortable, roomy, intelligently engineered and easy to drive. Research it, and you'll find it backed by a solid reputation for reliability, a strong resale value and an emphasis on safety.

Full 2010 Review

The 2010 Honda Accord Coupe straddles the sporty-or-sensible divide as well as any car in its segment. It's quick and responsive enough to satisfy all but the hard-core enthusiasts, and its rear seat and trunk are large enough that it makes a great daily driver. It is also one of the few cars to offer a manual transmission on all trim levels.

Exterior Style

Designers tend to take more chances with the styling of coupes than with sedans; they can make the roof-line 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. 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.

Exterior

Although the Accord Coupe and Sedan share a nameplate, the only shared exterior parts between the two models are the side mirrors and door handles. The sporty Coupe has an aggressive-looking front end, with a recessed grille framed by narrow, wraparound headlights and chrome exhaust tips. The V6 is differentiated by projector-beam headlights and 18-inch wheels. The curvy roof and high waistline give the car a low-slung look. Balanced proportions make the Coupe seem smaller than it actually is.

2010 First Drive

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 (31 MPG Hwy) 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 (1). 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.

Sound Systems

All sound systems in the 2010 Honda Accord Coupe have steering wheel-mounted controls, MP3 playback capability, a six-disc CD changer and an auxiliary input jack. XM Satellite radio and Bluetooth are standard on Accord EX-L models. Safety equipment includes electronic stability control, plus front, front-side and side-curtain airbags. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is standard on all trims except the EX-L with the six-speed manual transmission. ANC monitors low frequency noise entering the cabin (such as a boomy exhaust note), and sends an audio signal to cancel out the noise.

The optional navigation system on the EX-L features voice activation, as well as information from the Zagat Survey guide for restaurants, hotels and attractions. The eight-inch screen is an easy read and the unit itself is straight-forward in operation. And to up the sporty quotient, 18-inch wheels are standard on the EX-L V6.

Interior Style and Features

Overall, the quality of fit and finish in the 2010 Honda Accord Coupe is first-rate. The dual-level dashboard has a curving, V shape, and the driver's view of the oversized speedometer and tachometer is framed by a handsome, three-spoke steering wheel. The center stack is tightly packed with buttons for various functions and a central control knob. The layout is widely spaced, but the grouping of some of the switchgear isn't very intuitive. Front seats are comfortable and highly adjustable, the back seat will hold a pair of adults ,  unusual in this segment ,  and the trunk measures a respectable 11.9 cubic feet.

2010 Pricing

The 2010 Honda Accord remains a very appealing car for several good reasons. It's got a big advantage over most rivals in the form of its sterling reputation for reliability, which not only makes for more enjoyable ownership but also gives the Accord great resale value. Detroit Free Press  praises the Accord for it's high value for the past 32 years. And when this upsized Accord debuted a few years ago, it moved up to the EPA's large car status, which is plainly evident when one experiences the commodious rear seat. Test Drive one today and form your own opinion.

[1]  Based on 2010 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.