2016 Honda Accord review
Honda Accord highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Roomy and stylish cabin
- Comfortable ride on bumpy roads and on the highway
- Engines provide impressive acceleration and fuel economy
- Fun and sporty handling for a midsize car
Cons
- Optional touchscreen interface is a source of constant frustration
- Driver aids are overly sensitive, especially forward collision warning
- Fewer available luxury features than some in its class
- Accord Coupe short on rear-seat space
Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 28 highway, 22 combined
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Refreshed 2016 Honda Accord adds smartphone integration, available advanced driver assist systems
Available as a four-door sedan or a two-door coupe, all 2016 Honda Accords received an update for the 2016 model year. The refresh included the addition of a full suite of advanced driver assist systems, the availability of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration, and a few minor styling tweaks.
All Accord models offer generous interior and cargo space and a sporty driving feel. Accord shoppers can choose between three engines, including a four-cylinder, a V6, or a sedan-only hybrid. Even though the 2016 Accord is getting on in years, it continues to be a strong used-car value thanks to its modern driving feel and updated technology. Granted, the driver assist system (ADAS) doesn’t feel as natural as newer systems, and the smartphone integration helps mask the otherwise sluggish and poorly laid out stock Honda touchscreen. Still, we’d much rather have the features than not, and the Accord is a solid value.
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What is new for the 2016 Honda Accord?
- Accord trims have been upgraded with Remote Start, Parking Sensors, Rear Seat Heaters, and Leatherette & Cloth as standard equipment this year.
- The EX-L trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The EX trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
- The LX-S trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control and Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment.
What We Like
Driving: Drive the 2016 Honda Accord and you’ll see why this car remains popular. It has very good acceleration and braking for the class, and is responsive and composed in corners as it absorbs bumps. The four-cylinder engine and CVT pair very well, responding quickly to the gas pedal.
Comfort: While the 2016 Accord won’t be mistaken for a luxury sedan, it is a mainstream midsizer that coddles its driver and passengers. The firm and supportive leather-wrapped front seats (EX-L and Touring trims) are great for short and long drives, and the cloth seat cushions feel even softer (LX, LX-S, EX, and Sport trims). The Accord has very good ride quality as well. The only real downside is the climate control, which can’t quite keep up on the hottest days, requiring the system to be set lower than one might expect.
Interior: Easily accessible through wide doors, the Accord’s interior is exceptionally roomy. Honda chose materials that generally feel a cut above this car’s contemporaries from the mid-2010s, and visibility is excellent thanks to the high seating position and ample glass area. In thje back, a 6-foot-tall passenger can sit behind an equally tall driver with room to spare.
What Needs Improvement
Technology: The technology in the Accord is a mixed bag. The available Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ makes it feel much more modern, but the rest of the Accord’s touchscreen experience is slow and clumsy to use, and even lacks a volume knob. The available suite of advanced driver assist systems is a must have in our opinion, but note that it lacks the refinement of newer versions of the system.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.5 out of 5
26 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 20 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 2 |
| 3 Stars | 2 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
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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Touring 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
278
Torque (ft-lbs)
252
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
17.2
Wheelbase
107.3"
Overall length
189.5"
Width
73"
Height
56.5"
Leg room
F 42.2"/R 33.7"
Head room
F 37.2"/R 37.2"
Front tires
P235/40VR19
Rear tires
P235/40VR19
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Honda Accord FAQ
The 2016 Honda Accord is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Touring: 21 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- EX: 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- LX: 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- LX-S: 26 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- Sport: 26 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- EX-L: 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
The Honda Accord received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Honda Accord as 4 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2016 Honda Accord has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2016 Honda Accord, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2016 Honda Accord Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2016 Honda Accord:
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Remote Start
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Heated Mirrors
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