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I'm so glad you include drive-by shots of the car you review. Too many KZread reviewers just stick a camera on the windows and talk for 20 minutes.
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
That's because it's easy and doesn't require anyone else ;-)
@Maxwell1989
7 жыл бұрын
TestDriveNow Reviews by Auto Critic Steve Hammes aloha when are we going to review the new CR-V touring model it's best of its class now and I hear it's super quiet
@Maxwell1989
7 жыл бұрын
TestDriveNow Reviews by Auto Critic Steve Hammes they have improved all-wheel drive system to now send up to 40% of the torque to the rear wheels
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
I'll have that video review up later tonight. Check back before 10pm EST.
@Maxwell1989
7 жыл бұрын
TestDriveNow Reviews by Auto Critic Steve Hammes okay perfect I look forward to seeing the video
I just purchased this exact car, oh my do I love this smooth as silk manual. The reason I purchased this car was the intentional lack of electronics. When a car has less electronics onboard, you are less likely to have a "glitch". I also love that it has a naturally aspirated motor, this motor has been around awhile and is easily parted out if I need to get a part down the road. Steve, I generally watch videos of cars that I am interested in, however I watch everyone of your videos because of your ability to describe what the car you are reviewing makes you feel. Great job and look forward to all of your future reviews.
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
Kerem Kilic Congrats on your purchase! Thanks for the kind words.
Just got this today in Silver - 2017 Accord Sport SE manual. I absolutely love it.
Best midsize sedan with one if not the highest resale value
@buildmorefarms1007
7 жыл бұрын
Its HUGE...like a grandpa cruiser!
When it seems like just about everyone with a GoPro is doing car "reviews" on KZread, it's nice to have a professional review like yours by someone that can speak intelligently about cars.
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Much appreciated.
@kennethpurdy5094
7 жыл бұрын
Wholeheartedly agree!
Every time I see an Accord, I wonder why Acura exists at all. This car is better than the ILX in every way, and it looks better than the entire Acura lineup.
@242HP
7 жыл бұрын
Because Honda doesn't have the snob appeal that Acura buyers want. To some people, it just sounds better to say "I drive an Acura" than "I drive a Honda".
@shotbboy
7 жыл бұрын
agree 100%
@damian09pl
7 жыл бұрын
Interior of the acura is much better quality than honda
@chadsingleton7632
7 жыл бұрын
Drive an Acura... Its always about 3-5 years ahead of an Accord. Honda named its high end cars Acura in the US to align its market segment with Infiniti and Lexus in the late 80s.
@stanislavbelkin4179
7 жыл бұрын
If you compare Lexus to Toyota and Infiniti to Nissan, you will likely see significant improvements,but when it comes to Acura (vs Honda) I see nothing but Korean-like car with couple luxury features.Lexus is aggressive and powerful,Infiniti is aggressive and powerful,Acura is small,not aggressive,neither powerful,just expensive piece of intriguing name.
Test drove one of these yesterday. CVT model. And I absolutely fell in LOVE with it. Honda took the CVT trans and made it feel sporty. Go figure lol. Was looking into a manual but the smoothness of the CVT while still feeling sporty won me over! Plus it'll be good with the girlfriend and kid! I've test driven a few cars and the Accord without question was the best! Looks nice. Feels amazing to drive. Very grounded and sporty for a family car. Not a ton of bells and whistles which can be good. It's a drivers car. And I love that!! Can't wait to get one!!
I have this exact car (2016) and boy is this thing a joy to drive for something that's relatively large in size. I love the freaking interior of the sport model. Super simple and easy to use. The large 8" screen serves as a sharp backup camera with three different views. Cmon Honda why didn't you just add keyless entry and push start for US buyers????
@SkyReaper
7 жыл бұрын
I've driven mine from Austin, TX to Vegas and back on stock tires. Currently have 17000 miles on the clock, have not rotated the tires and they are just as good as new. I will rotate at 20k. I think the 19" tires will hold up just as much as any other stock tires do, if not better
I had a 2014 accord and was in a relatively bad accident. Long story short, i spun out and went flying into a ditch. I lost both side mirrors, both the front a rear bumpers, and the rear windshield. The tow truck came and pulled me out the ditch and then he said “ well, i have some good news, your car is still good to drive”. So i continued to drive that car without repairing anything for another 8 months until i was deployed and had to sell it. The reliability of honda accords is amazing. I bought a 2017 accord sport after i came home, and i cant imagine myself driving anything else.
Lucky I'm in Canada we have so much features in our sport model. ACC, LKA, sunroof, heated seats, apple carplay/android auto, push start and I can't remember all of them.
@wzyp1nkzy
7 жыл бұрын
actually heated seats do nothing, useless
@tungol00
7 жыл бұрын
Ziying Wang Oh is that right?
@TheXenogias
7 жыл бұрын
they work for me i love them
@Rocheman79
6 жыл бұрын
Average ya the heated seats are just ok
@DBLOCKJERSEY
6 жыл бұрын
Average yeah I’m hating.. I just bought a 17 sport special edition in obsidian blue pearl and it lacks interior features but it is gorgeous in every other way
Steve you are the man. If I could have Alex on Autos thoroughness, your voice, succinctness, and commentary, and SubaruWRXfans enthusiasm and emotion... = perfect car reviews. But I still definitely will always check your take on a car before considering it. Keep up the good work!
This car was perfect in looks and package except I would have liked to see a standard moonroof. I hate and I mean hat the looks ot the 2018 and electronic e brake.
Really want one of these, as I prefer simple cars. I don't need all the latest tech that I won't use, just a manual and music in a reliable car
This Accord is amazing, fun as well 189hp is all you need in a Honda just have fun, and when you add the the exhaust and intake which would add more power and torque, I kinda of like the 2013 accord sport styling, but this one looks very luxurious for some reason.
Thanks for the great video Steve! Very well done and informative. I have the 6 speed manual and it drives like a dream !
@stevehammes
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Mike!
I wonder if you can build this engine up with k20 heads etc like what tuners do, and get 260HP? Do suspension, smaller wheels, better rubber, LSD and basically build an Accord Type R and this would be so fun and unique.
@oldtwinsna8347
7 жыл бұрын
Nope, you can't. There is very little you can do with this engine and not worth the cost of doing it when you can just buy the V6 model off the lot with 278hp on tap.
@chadsingleton7632
7 жыл бұрын
Chris Sorreda Or you could get a V6, save money, and not void the warranty....
@YasssStitch
7 жыл бұрын
Or you can get the Sport with 6 speed and actually DRIVE the car instead of just pressing buttons.
@buzzluxx1042
7 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to buy one of these in white. Will most likely leave it stock though, the reliability and 40 mpg mixed with great styling and fun to drive nature are a great mix for a long term daily.
@volodyalysak
7 жыл бұрын
That's what I just ordered 2017 white sport
This is EXACTLY the car I drive. After 6 years and 105K miIes, I still love it. PLUS, I can't really afford any better... so I watch your video quite often to remind me that my car is pretty a good one :) Thank you Steve!
@stevehammes
Жыл бұрын
Right on!
Hey Steve, my brother said the 4 cylinder accord and civics are having problems mainly because of the CVT transmission, he's a head technician at Honda in North Carolina
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
Another reason to opt for the 6MT!
@SimpleAdventuresLLMSX
7 жыл бұрын
ssr1680 don't worry, my brand new 2017 sport has a 100,000 warranty on it.
Save The Manuals!!!!
main reason I got this vehicle is the simplicity. no touch screen, not overloaded with bs sensors or electronics. it gives an awesome driving experience with the manual. without all those bs sensors and the manual the driver does almost everything traditionally. manual is not made for the masses and people that cant figure it out where the blinkers are. I have the 4 cylinder and its enough power for the streets we live in where the speed limit doesn't allow to push your 3-400hp waste of resources vehicle. I am watching this video in Dec 2020 and I have the car since mid 2018. did a lot of upgrades if u wanna call them like that. got the 2017 USA version couse I didn't liked the more conservative Canadian accord sport. asian accord is mostly towards the exl trim in the USA. great simple video. cheers
I bought my first brand new car in December 2015, a 2016 Accord Sport 6MT. Best car I ever owned. Traded it in for Acura piece of shit and lost a lot of money but more than money, lost that car. I'll never forgive myself. I envy the person who owns it now.
@vonstrong6049
2 жыл бұрын
Y u sold it 😂
I would not be surprised if this is the very last generation of accord that is available in the US with a manual transmission. I hope I'm wrong.
@modmatt1
7 жыл бұрын
Well I'm one of the "save the manual" people. Hope your wrong also! Love the Accord Sport just the way it is - well optional Sunroof would be nice and (standard) rear vents for passengers.
@97I30T
7 жыл бұрын
modmatt1 I drive a 2015 Mazda 6 with a 6-speed manual myself. I know that if I want manual sedans to keep being sold then I have to do my part and buy one. Unfortunately though, Honda and Mazda are literally the only two companies left in the US who will sell you a midsize sedan with a stick anymore. Let's hope that attracts just enough of a niche market to keep that option around.
@80srockerable
7 жыл бұрын
KentB27 Ford Fusion & VW Passat offer manuals.
@modmatt1
7 жыл бұрын
Here in the US, both Ford and VW discontinued manuals for their "mid sized" vehicles - the Fusion and Passat back a few years ago now. Would need to find used and they are tough to find, so choices are extremely limited. Either the Honda Accord, Mazda 6 and if they add 6 speed manual (upgrade from 5 speed) to the Crosstrek - one of these are in my future as of now.
@97I30T
7 жыл бұрын
80srockerable Not anymore. Only the Mazda 6 and Honda Accord offer manual transmissions now.
Beautiful car. I'm just now able to get my hands on one. Thanks for the review.
@tousshong9438
4 жыл бұрын
If you don't care about the title then you can get a "Rebuilt" title one for 1/2 price. I pick one (2017 Sport CVT) this weekend 10K and its only had 19K on it. It was rear end and only the trunk, 2 tail light, bumper cover was replaced since it was hit high. It runs, drives and handle awesome. The car looks the same as this black one on review here.
I really hope Honda doesn't at rid of the v6 there the best engines
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
Sadly, everyone in this segment has/or will be going in that direction.
@stevejeffrey11
4 жыл бұрын
Weird how Honda is going turbo engines when they made some of the best naturally aspirated engines in the past (NSX, S2000)
@La-yt1wr
4 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about getting a 2017 Accord Sport special edition with the manual mainly because of the motor but instead I got a 2018 Civic Sport hatchback. And while I love the Civic's practicality, performance, and efficiency I love the sound of that K24 more than the Civic's L15 Turbo.
Great review and beautiful shots on the car! Subscribed!
Fantastic review, concise, detailed and thorough, and without the annoying/distracting muzak soundtrack that many reviewers use! Also great interior/exterior and driving shots. I love this car. Just test drove a slightly used 2017 Accord LX with the CVT and I thought it drove very well. Trying to decide between the CVT and the 6-speed. I've mostly been a manual driver but the CVTs really work smoothly. After your review, I'm leaning toward the Sport over the LX. Thank You!!
#savethemanuals, Honda has a homerun w/this car and it's been on my "next car list", right next to a Golf SportWagen S 5M, and a Mazda6 Touring 6M. I like the Honda formula, but I am not thrilled that I ONLY get to choose 4 colors w/the manual transmission. CVT buyers get 8. WTF Honda? I know this is how they "do business" in the Accord line, but I think it is stupid. I want a blue exterior, black (dark interior) and a manual. I can't have that in the Accord Sport w/the manual. The Civic Hatch Sport gets all 7 colors w/either transmission. Other than the limited colors, the car is a win in my book. My next battle is bringing over (back) the Mazda6 Wagon. Can you help me out w/that Steve? Thanks for the review.
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
You're right. Manual buyers usually get the shaft when it comes to options and features. I've heard nothing about Mazda bringing the wagon back. The MAZDA6 is scheduled for a redesign in 2018 as a 2019 model.
They're dropping the V6... That sucks.
@kingofkickass1
7 жыл бұрын
keri ellerbe that's got to be a lie
@SimpleAdventuresLLMSX
7 жыл бұрын
keri ellerbe it's too much and they probably aren't making enough money on it on sales like the 4 banger
@nevessl998
7 жыл бұрын
Prove of that? Camry is still available with a v6 so you can certainly bet that the Accord will have a beautiful, strong, efficient, quick and very reliable V6 option.
@brandonmurphy8837
6 жыл бұрын
+nevessl wrong no v6 available any more
@rocjames8846
5 жыл бұрын
from what I hear the 2.0 turbo is very comparable
A great sedan. Why does the car look like it's customized?
@Montoya1991
4 жыл бұрын
Because it's the sport package
love that it has a manual option.
How about the coupe
dont really like lip spoiler...i just upgraded my accord w wing spoiler thats bigger w break light. its just stunning. its little pricy but worth it
@psychobillionz
7 жыл бұрын
daeshik cho that spoiler makes it ricey
@TheFlydeagle228
7 жыл бұрын
psychobillionz u jealous? Wat car u drive
@psychobillionz
7 жыл бұрын
daeshik cho haha jealous? I drive a 16 M6
@TheFlydeagle228
7 жыл бұрын
psychobillionz bimmer drivers are the worst drivers...so much arrogance
@psychobillionz
7 жыл бұрын
daeshik cho being arrogant makes me a bad driver ok cool
Love the idea of this Honda Accord with a stick trans! Awesome to drive ..great video - thanks!
Such an amazing looking car for the price. Really wanted to get this but no sunroof and to a lesser extent Apple Carplay killed it for me, I went for the Civic instead.
@thecarelectronicguy687
7 жыл бұрын
Mr. Hand You do know you could've gotten the EX with the manual and would've gotten all of the features that you mentioned
@2Kriss2Kross
7 жыл бұрын
Yeah but the EX lacks the visual sporty touches especially with those hideous small looking rims and the performance bump the Sport has.
@K03sport
7 жыл бұрын
everything is negotiable at the dealer...if you don't like the wheels, see if the dealer will "deal" on different (Honda) wheels; or buy for 18s/19s of your choosing from your favorite tire/wheel website...wheels/tires are always worth something to someone and your EX stockers can be sold to offset the purchase of the new wheels/tires...wheels/tires are the easiest thing to change on a car and shouldn't be a deal breaker
@2Kriss2Kross
7 жыл бұрын
K03sport The Sport is more than rims. It has a spoiler, dual exhausts, and is tuned differently.
@2Kriss2Kross
7 жыл бұрын
***** EX sedan. Love it! Has all the equipment I want that the Accord Sport lacked at a much cheaper price and with a fresher design.
Hello Steve, I currently own a 2014 Honda Accord EX, while I enjoy the push to start & sunroof features I’ve been thinking about upgrading to a 2017 Honda Accord Sport or 2017 Honda Accord EX-L model. Would you recommend me sticking with my older 2014 car or pulling the trigger on one of the 2017 cars? Thanks David
@thetruth4829
6 жыл бұрын
david786 buy a 2018. I want the 2017
The fact that this car didn't come with push button start killed it for me. Like, come on Honda. I can get a base Altima with push button start. Why can I not get it on a Honda Accord sport. Ugh.
@kingofkickass1
7 жыл бұрын
MrWiggles16 you're right about the cheap plastics
You're not a fan of the "save the manuals". Interesting comment. I'm all for progress. Matter of fact, I wish Honda offered the Accord with the 8-speed double clutch from the Acura line-up. However, your range of 450 miles in an inline-4 is interesting. I just purchased an Accord Coupe, V6 6-speed manual. I'm getting a range of 450 miles, as well, due to the manual in an engine that is approximately 50% bigger. Thus, not only does the manual afford me performance, if the driver is disciplined, it can afford a "real" high MPG return. Thus, we need to "save the manuals". Great review.
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
I'm not against manuals...don't get me wrong. I love them in the right car. But the whole movement ends up sounding like a bunch of old men railing against progress. Hey, we gave up our rotary dial phones, right? They were more "engaging" to dial ;-)
@kingofkickass1
7 жыл бұрын
ErwinSchrodinger64 you might also have a bigger gas tank dude.
@ErwinSchrodinger64
7 жыл бұрын
edgar flores No, it doesn't. Both the inline-4 and V6 Accords have 17.3 gallon gas tanks. However, my father has the inline-4 sedan with the CVT transmission and he can get up to a range of 550-650 miles on that particular model if driven correctly.
@spoonman73
7 жыл бұрын
We have to get more of the younger generation interested in driving manuals. Don't know who suddenly decided that every car was going to be an automatic but this is getting ridiculous.
I prefer a car without too many distractions of tech. It is a very good looking car and well performing.
i just order one 2017 accord sport in canada
I can't get more than 320 miles out of a tank with the cvt
Thanks for the review. Would you take this over a base model Charger?
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
I would!
@Nihaofoo
7 жыл бұрын
What about auto Accord vs. the base Charger? :-D
I've been shopping around for one of these, and the 6 speed manual's a tough to find in my area. Cant decide if I want to get this one or just save up more and get the 2018 with the 2.0 t engine
@rocjames8846
5 жыл бұрын
Update: Finally found one in San marino red
So the next gen Accord will be built off the Civic architecture??? I think Honda is taking a big risk doing this, or they're very secure about that Civic platform to do this.
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
It's THAT good. I think it'll be a smart move. We'll see.
@pedrofernandez3893
7 жыл бұрын
Civic always was the base for the CRV. But now to stretch it out to make the accord is strange. Like toyota doing the same with the Corolla /Camry.
Quality video
Save the manual
Are they doing away with the 6 cylinder coupe as well? Because I was planning on getting that in manual.
@MrBigBoy4Life
3 жыл бұрын
Starting in 2018, no more 6 cylinder engines.
Steve had you heard that the v6 option is gone? I haven't seen that out there yet for the tenth generation
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
Rumor I read from the researchers at Automotive News. They're forecasting the 1.5T and 2.0T engines for the next Accord.
I think the Mazda 6 is a better more fun car.
No Android Auto / Apple Carplay?
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
Negative.
@kenwoods1923
7 жыл бұрын
TestDriveNow Reviews by Auto Critic Steve Hammes w
It's sad when this bodystyle gets more love than the 2018 ugly Accord LMAO
Does this model have Sirius Radio ?
Isn't the camry the best selling and most popular sedan in America
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
The Accord wins over the past 40 years in total. Also, Accord has a three-year streak as the most popular car in America with individual retail car buyers.
Does this setup offer the option of Android Auto/Apple Car Play?
@jacktran960
7 жыл бұрын
Jmpaul26 on EX trims and up it does
@Jmpaul26
7 жыл бұрын
Jack Tran So then, no manual with those tech features...
@jacktran960
7 жыл бұрын
Jmpaul26 Get a coupe manual or an EX manual, the ex has the tech features but no leather
HUGE car! Wow!
Can someone help me out please...I have a 2017 Accord sport cvt automatic. I love the car minus the cvt. BUT...whenever I put the car in cruise control...the car pulls to the left. Only present in cruise control...can someone chime in on wtf is going on. Thanks!!
@YasssStitch
6 жыл бұрын
Did you have this figured out?
I am getting a white V6 Touring.
What did you mean at the bottom of the ladder?
@deezdonutz8291
5 жыл бұрын
Least options.
Cvt has a 7th gear
If Honda could just add a touch screen with Apple CarPlay I would consider it. But wait! There's a new 2018 model. I'll wait.
@thecarelectronicguy687
7 жыл бұрын
The Car Crazy Guy -scterka- There is, in the EX model and above. The EX can also be had with the manual
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
But you won't get the Sport touches.
26x625.87
I wanted one so bad until I heard cvt, nope
No, they are not all 4cyl. I just bought a V6 sport touring
Just a stripped down Accord with sports appearances. Honda can keep that Accord. Thats just awful for a 2017
Did he just say 25K to 50K? Wtf? 5:07
Accord with 19 in wheels... that's kinda weird
@stevehammes
7 жыл бұрын
Looks sharp though, right?
@ms3173
7 жыл бұрын
Dre Dilla how??
Don't get rid of the v6 Honda !
@UltimaRSfan
7 жыл бұрын
Lukas Trapp it'll probably be a civic type r engine tuned a little differently. so maybe a 4 banger but might be good for 300hp. maybe.
@Great_America
7 жыл бұрын
Stephen Nichols uh, no. That engine is going only into the Civic Type R and there are already a lot of complaints regarding huge amounts of turbo lag. No thanks. I would rather own a Golf R for about the same price ;-)
@UltimaRSfan
7 жыл бұрын
Dan K the new civic type r isn't out yet. and i did say tuned differently. the new engine is speculated to produce about 320hp on the civic type r. i would very highly doubt the new accord would have the same power, exact same engine. besides is just a guess of mine. we won't know until gonna tells us for sure
@Great_America
7 жыл бұрын
Type R is already out in Europe.
@v60polestar88
7 жыл бұрын
They wouldn't if people purchased them. How often do you see a V6 Accord. Rarely......
25k to 50k, wtf
Mazda 6 manual trans much better than Accord.Accord has annoying chopping ride.
@ryanlittleton5615
5 жыл бұрын
K...
wait really? just 189hp? 2017?
@kenpriest5672
4 жыл бұрын
nova123 it’s actually pretty fast
This model has below average reliability
first
4 cylinder without turbo = FAIL
interior is just a drab, ugly steering wheel, it looks like a sporty limo not sport sedan. styling is just ok , too much chrome looks like too much lipstick. Positive is that it does not have CVT.
@Wiickked_Wiz
5 жыл бұрын
Hater