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2012 Honda Accord review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 26 highway, 21 combined

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.6 out of 5

109 customer reviews
The 2012 Honda Accord is highly praised for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and smooth handling. Customers appreciate the spacious cabin but note minor issues with cabin noise and outdated technology. Overall, a dependable choice with excellent long-term value.

RepairPal reliability rating

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RepairPal gave the Honda Accord an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Honda Accord 5th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.

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Honda Accord features and specs

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LX-S 2D Coupe 2WD

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Manual Transmission
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio

Optional Features

  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Bluetooth Technology

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.4L

Horsepower

190

Torque (ft-lbs)

162

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

18.5

Wheelbase

107.9"

Overall length

190.9"

Width

72.8"

Height

56.4"

Leg room

F 42.2"/R 33.1"

Head room

F 39.1"/R 35.9"

Front tires

P225/50VR17

Rear tires

P225/50VR17

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Manual 5

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