Mate, I just want to say thanks for these awesome videos. In large part thanks to yourself, I just bought myself a beautiful 2012 CU2 top model with 66K on the clock!

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Glad you're enjoying the content

@vacated5701

2 жыл бұрын

Same I just bought my first car, and it’s a 2008 CU2 with 66K on the clock as well

@iainstuchbery

2 жыл бұрын

@@vacated5701 That’s amazing! What a great first car. Hope it gives you many good years of motoring

@xenonsaccord4447

2 жыл бұрын

Yessss. I started modding my accord thanks to this amazing bloke, such joy to watch the videos.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

@@xenonsaccord4447 cheers fellas

After so many years of ownership, feels good to see a fairly recent review of this car. Self import mine from Australia to Malaysia in 2014 and still drives great.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@yuzaimiyusof4211

8 ай бұрын

never seen a CU2 in Malaysia. I have the 6 speed CU2 (Acura TSX)) and it is a blast to drive

@cchcch9048

5 ай бұрын

How much are the import tax? Feels like importing mine back to Malaysia as well 😂

The CU2 is currently my first car and I love it!

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@andymaklakov

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife Do you know where you can still get the sports kit in New Zealand?

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

@@andymaklakov no idea sorry... We don't have any in stock. Probably a wrecker is the only option

@andymaklakov

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife Any idea where to find one? I’ve never seen a broken CU2 😅

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

@@andymaklakov Yeah haha there aint many around

Very cool review. I smile every time I get into my 2012 TSX Sport Wagon. With 72k on the clock, it drives and feels like a brand new car, and certainly exceeds the build quality of any Hondas I have owned since my first Prelude in 1983. I like the paddle shifters for engine braking to hear that wonderful Honda 4-banger sound....glorious!

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man they're lovely aye

Props to your videos man, makes me love my CU2 6spd manual even more than I already do. And yes the modulo body kit on them are fire, which I don't think I've seen a manual in apart from mine in NZ. I Appreciate the videos

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

Im gonna say the exact same thing. Subbed you your channel and today I went and bought a 2009 2.4 auto exec good price and really happy for it. Next thing a little modding. Awesome channel

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

Got one myself a while back, 6MT K24 EX with the Modulo package. Simply fell in love with this car. Navi while not great is workable, sound system is very capable and the interior is really comfortable. The best thing about it though, while not the fastest thing on the road when you get on the highways it's like riding a bullet train. The comfort on long trips is unmatched.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Yeah they're great cars

Great video Liam! We had this offered in a 6MT as the 2.4L I4 Acura TSX in Canada. Essentially, a more premium Accord. However, its appeal to enthusiasts was dwarfed by that for the Acura TL which from 2008-2013 was offered with a 6MT, 3.7L V6 and Acura's sought after SH-AWD system (especially for our winters). It made 305HP and 273lbft of torque! Those were some good years for Honda enthusiasts here in North America :) Love the videos, please keep up the great work!

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah absolutely you guys got some cracking cars over there.

@Michael-he1uj

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife sounds like an Acura TL is our Honda legend, would be a good review if you can find one to drive

@ibanezmakki

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife Thanks mate. Still can't beat the awesome JDM scene you guys got. We got to wait 15 years in Canada and 25 years in the US before we can import them.

Just about the get one imported. Would love to see more videos of the cu2. Loving your videos 💯💯🙌🏽🙌🏽

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

Honda Accords in general are just such good all rounders. I have never been in a Accord I didn't like. The CD6 SiR, CF4 SiR-T, CL1 Euro R, CL9 Type S, CL7 Euro R, CU2 Euro S and lastly CP3 V6L. I can't wait to see your video on the diesel one and also will you consider doing a video on a hybrid Accord?

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Diesel one will be out on 1st of may. And yeah they're all great

Enjoyed the video! Would be interesting to see your CL9 vs a CU2 manual 6 speed:)

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Already done it - search cl9 vs cu2 kiwicarlife it'll come up

It's fantastic...with a manual. I did not like the automatic in my CU1. Because the gears were too long, and the downshifting was inconsistent. For just coasting around though, what it was made for, the AT is alright. But it takes all of the fun out of the car, so if that's what you want, get a manual.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah manual cu2's are really nice

@caves2065

2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree

@The_Noticer.

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife I mean, it's maybe less of a pain with the K24. But with the R20 it was just too damn slow. I was getting gapped by economy cars.

Clean👌🏼🤙🏼

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers

I’m wanting one of these as a first car they look stylish and up2 date

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah definitely

Hey man, i really enjoyed the video. Keep on with that good stuff. Do you know where i can buy or order the modulo bumpers?

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it but no I don't sorry. Only option now would be a wrecker as they don't make them new

Hi Liam. Glad you enjoy the Accord Euro CU2. I have myself the 2012 Lux. Navi in AU, bought from the 1st owner back in 2016, just 20K on the odometer! Now it's nearly 120K and still perform very well. The factory setting is a little bit sluggish in my opinion but it becomes very responsive after the ECU reflashed. So the throttle response is instant. I'm using the S mode all the time to compensate my dissatisfaction of the auto transmission only option for Lux. Navi. Another thing is the pinging/rattle sound around rpm 2.0-2.7K while uphill with load or cruising. Wondering if you experience it as well since as I'm aware that issue has been fixed by Honda post facelift version.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like it's precombusting... Are you filling it with 95?

@herrythiauw

2 жыл бұрын

Nah. Always 98. Will find a tuner who really knows about it cause brought to Honda authorized service center already but they said it is fine. Maybe it's bit hard for them to replicate the condition I experienced.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

@@herrythiauw Hmm yeah dunno man

Good review mate! I just got mine 3months ago as used, odo reading at 150k km. my commute is a city/hway even mix but not seeing alot of traffic jams since its in brisbane suburban area.. getting 12.0 l/100km this seems pretty high for e95/e10.. should i be concerned?

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Frankly these things are rated at like 9, so 12 isn't too far off that. Unfortunately these things are extremely thirsty around town due to weight and long gears

Cu2 is my 5th Honda/acura and it’s so far my favorite as a daily, the double wishbone makes it feel like a more premium car and the k24 while underpowered for racing actually has a good torque curve for daily driving, 150k miles on my 2013 tech and still get 33-37 mpg highway on roadtrips using premium fuel

@KiwiCarLife

6 ай бұрын

Very nice yeah they’re good cars

Fully agree about the open road being where these models have found their home. My Tourer N used to regularly hail from Auckland to Tauranga every couple of weeks sitting at around 6-6.5 l/100km. You can really sit comfortably for a few hours without any issues in the seats. Stereo in this is pretty epic, though I agree the N-spec nav unit isn’t its finest feature, and really shows its age now. The import versions to have the advantage with the lane assist options but lack the heated seats which is a dealbreaker for my partner 🤣. Have to say that this series of accord also has the most reliable sunroof I’ve ever owned on a vehicle, most of them pack up will start to leak at some stage, but mine has been functional and firm for 13 years! About the only gripe I have is the lack of automatically retracting mirrors and auto door locking on nz versions but minor woes. It’s a pity they discontinued them, would love to see an accord, especially a tourer in a modern style.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah agree completely

@mizmera

2 жыл бұрын

I have the Ex-L. EVERYTHING. And I love it. Standing on 218000Km. Even the headlights have sprayers. Full house.

One of the greatest cars ever produced. And it will last a lifetime. I have to agree re the sat nav. I have a 2009 Legend KB1, and it's exactly the same. It belongs in 2002, in terms of function

@KiwiCarLife

3 ай бұрын

Yeah for sure the car is great but the tech lets it down. Hence why I'd just buy one with no nav screen

I think this model of accord euro are the best out of all of the variants. I recently purchased a 2011 accord euro CU2 luxury 6speed manual and it is hands down the best car I’ve ever owned in 35 years of car ownership. I scored a modulo upgrade body kit that came with it and I’m now in the process of modifying it to how I would like it to be-Nice set of rims,headers and performance exhaust system,professional cold air intake and throttle body upgrade ( not a cheap ass ebay one ),flash tune and see how that goes for starters. I will end up rebuilding the K-24 Z3 for 300 hp then I can look at upgrading the gearbox and brakes. These cars are a tuners dream,the aftermarket support is incredible.

@KiwiCarLife

5 ай бұрын

Very nice!

I got the cu4 3.5 v6 with 280hp i love it

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

I always wanted to drive the 2.2L diesel Accord (EUDM). They’re very hard to find in manual, even in the UK; but the automatic diesel models are also kinda hard to find, just less harder to find. I’m lucky to live in the US, where the USDM Honda Accord’s are loved in the V6 form. Most people, including me, will snatch up the manual models without hesitation. A lot of them are now really beat up and even harder to find in clean condition. But if you truly care for the car, you’ll go the lengths to properly rebuild and maintain it to restore the car to proper shape.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Indeed

@garytreez

Жыл бұрын

I have a 2013 2.2 idtech manual (uk). The engine is almost petrol car quiet, pulls very well and the 6 speed manual is a gem (I believe it was taken from the S2000). It didn't sell very well in the UK probably due to being close to the price of the 3 series and A4 and the English will always go for the kerb appeal of a badge rather than refined reliable engineering.

@isnowyazn

Жыл бұрын

@@garytreez I always wondered whether I would like an automatic or manual diesel, but I do like in the US, so most hardcore performance diesel setups are done on Dodge trucks with Cummins engines, etc. I do know that modern automatic transmissions are superior, but I would probably die for a diesel engine setup that was paired to a DCT automatic. Are the English really that sad about not getting “rice burner” imports, for the sake of face value? Jesus…. I’m Asian American, and yes, we’re known for going with Asian technology as well, but we’d theoretically go with American tech, if it wasn’t semi-problematic as well. Newer car manufacturing is starting to become problematic in tons of areas though. God forbid, some random patriotic American buys and supports a Japanese car maker, and they’re shit on for not acting “American”. I’m sure the same “logic” applies there in the UK, with all of the conservative right wing extremism politic stuff…. Anyhow, foreseeably, I will probably rely on Toyota/Lexus for a while, as they’ve always been reliable for me. I’m just not as familiar with their platforms.

@garytreez

Жыл бұрын

@@isnowyazn the UK is very much about image in the main. They are not concerned that some of the Mercedes-Benz models have renault engine blocks for example, as long as the perception of driving a Mercedes is there. I have had many different makes/models over the years and will now only have toyota/lexus or Honda (my previous car was toyota that I handed down to my daughter). Also, my accord is made in Japan rather than in the UK honda factory. There are many perceptions and snobbery about cars here and some are correct e.g., BMW x5 or range rover may have drug dealing tags connected. Other bmws and Mercedes may have gypsy/Irish traveller connections where I live.

Great review mate. Does anyone make perfomance parts for the R20 in the CU1?

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and not really unfortunately

I really enjoy driving my dad's CW2. The really long gear ratios in the auto let it down a lot for me though. It does get good fuel economy because of those ratios but probably not the car for me. Very easy car to drive long distances on the open road though. Amazing seats

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah the ratios are annoying, but they are great to drive

@Darylrb1983

Жыл бұрын

Good point! Gears are long which is good for highway but accelerating it could be better for the auto. Love mine though. Does help a bit with a tune.

I dont know if you said that you can Also get the option of Lane Keep assist and adaptive Cruise control, if you search the internet you can Also find a part that automatically bends the mirrors inward when you lock the doors, thats even an original Honda part. These are fantastic cars, i Will driver mine as long as i can

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah you couldn't get those features in nz but some imports have it

160k on the clock. Still running strong. Replaced alternator, CV joints, ignition coils, brake master cylinder, fuel filter.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

Hey I’ve got a CU2 and was wondering if you know anywhere I can get the modulo sport kit I’ve look around everywhere and can’t find it

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

I would not know sorry. They are very challenging to find

Hopefully i can buy a Type S version of this with the 2.4 liter engine this year or next year maybe , first time i saw this car i kind of fell in love lol , Currently having a Toyota Corolla E150 which is a decent car especially for a first car, but that Honda is just different

@KiwiCarLife

6 ай бұрын

This would be a nice upgrade

Damn I rewatched the video and looked at your rpm at 80 MPH. Wow I didn't realize how different your final drive/gear ratios are from my auto.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Speedo is km/h

AMAZING CAR. I have one. Automatic. LOVE IT TO BITS.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Very good

Owner of a 09 CU2 K24 Manual here, owned it for about 5 years now, absolutely love the car. Though has developed an issue where the car seems to vibrate/shake on acceleration very noticeable when accelerating up a hill, So far I've changed tires, rebalanced the wheels, alignment done with no fix, which now seems to be pointing at the Driveshaft. Anyone had similar issues and advice? For some reason my local independent garage couldn't help due to lack of parts from any reputable Motor factors? Which now my only option seems to point me in the direction of Honda for a royal shafting with my wallet.

@KiwiCarLife

10 ай бұрын

Very common issue, it’s the driveshafts wearing out. Just get them replaced

Love my 2012 CU2 with the facelift. 80K on clock now. Only issue was installation of kenwood system and reverse camera.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh yep. Nice car!

@matthewgray3375

2 жыл бұрын

Yours is a virgin 😜, mine year 2009 has 310k on it. Trust me you have the nicest versions, and it has a lot of life left on it

@HasanNassrallah

2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewgray3375 lmao. Good to know they are hard to kill. Also have CRV getting close to 300K, never had any issues. Honda's are awesome 👌

@matthewgray3375

2 жыл бұрын

@@HasanNassrallah my 2005 crv has nearly 390k, yes you do need to do things like stators and alternators at those km, but they still good reliable units

Just before you get rid of your cl9 (or if you already have rip) you should do a modified CU2 vs CL9 Modified but the cu2 has similar modifications to you.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Would be cool, too late tho

Have a CU2 diesel 2012 reg and can safely say a very underrated car, serious build quality and i believe all units were produced in japan

@KiwiCarLife

3 ай бұрын

Ooh yes lovely car

Do you use 95 or 98 unleaded petrol. I read somewhere they are supposed to use high test gas?

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

95

Looking at moving from my CL9 type S to a CU2. Any differences between the 24TL and type s? Just the trim and 18's?

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah and just generally quieter and more refined. It would make for a nice upgrade if you just want a daily.

@Esdru221

2 жыл бұрын

You will gain in a more refined car, but you will loss performance

@CL9k24a3

2 жыл бұрын

Cu2 likes to crap on exhaust cam, crank bearings and piston rings so be careful when you go out to look for one.

Hi. Can I ask from your opinion which you preferred. The auto or the manual transmission? Ta

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Manual

If you had to pick between the CL7/CL9 and the CU2, which one would you own? Both are very appealing in similar but different ways. Also, what grade fuel does both generations use? In America, we need at least 91 octane

@KiwiCarLife

4 ай бұрын

Personally I’d have the CL9. More sporty drive than the CU2 and more modification potential

@AutoRevLife

4 ай бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife interesting. A lot of people say the same thing. I've drove a CL7 and I loved it! Haven't been in a CU2 so I can't judge the driving potential of that yet. I've been thinking of the CW2 for the extra space. We didn't get the wagon style for the CL7 unfortunately

I just brought a manual nz new cu2 i love it!!!

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! The grey one in Christchurch by any chance?

@moonbrothers9098

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife No this one was from wanganui Was on trademe for a while.. Dark grey one with sports pak..

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

@@moonbrothers9098 oh that probably is the one I was thinking of... Couldn't quite remember where it was

@moonbrothers9098

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife Just got a tune today and its a lot more peppy.. i think it needs a clutch tho..

You forgot to mention that the pre facelift headlight fully covers to the grill while the facelift had a small gap between the grill and headlight.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yep didn't notice that

Love to put it in sport mode and role with paddles only.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man so good

I love my CU2.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Lovely vehicles

Do these cars consume a lot of oil, I heard this guy had a oil hungry accord euro cu2 on the honda forums. Did you have any oil consumption issues with your previous accord cu2?

@CL9k24a3

2 жыл бұрын

Cu2 had recall for bad piston rings so 1l every 1500km is not unusual... Depending on where you live that repair is free from the honda, also k24z3 likes to destroy it self with crank bearing failure and likes to eat exaust cam. And from what I see drive shafts and cv joints are even worse than on cl9 and are way to expensive to replace.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

@@CL9k24a3 in my experience these are very reliable cars, haven't seen any come into our Honda dealership with many issues at all. Yes the driveshafts will eventually go, and yes they can burn oil if not serviced well, but in general they are really good

@christopherjohnston6343

2 жыл бұрын

My dad's has always used a bottle or two between services. Nothing broken. Just how it is.

@krimitpatel2364

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the replies.

Totally agree

@KiwiCarLife

4 ай бұрын

Good!

Do cu2 have exhaust and intake vtec like a cl9 ?

@KiwiCarLife

7 ай бұрын

It does yep

I have a CU3 (2.2 diesel) 150 hp 350 nm 6 speed manual it's my first car

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice

I have one of those. A 2011 Acura TSX. Honestly I think the Honda emblem and the grille look better than what the Acura has.

@KiwiCarLife

3 күн бұрын

Yeah agree the Acura beak grille doesn’t look the best

A note for anyone buying one of these cars, it is possible now to replace the navi system but it's not straightforward. There's not really an off the shelf harness available - there is a place in the USA who have developed one from the TSX (called Acura Audio Garage) but the wiring is slightly different. The amplifier in the boot's volume/balance/etc is controlled electronically from the factory head unit so if you just go ahead and splice wires in to send it a line-level signal, the volume is stuck at around 50%. I am currently in the process of replacing it in my car and I hope I will find a complete solution soon. Failing that you can rip out the factory amp and replace it but you need a rather expensive 6/8 channel unit with a DSP to get it working properly with all speakers.

@KiwiCarLife

6 ай бұрын

Good to know!

I had CU1 AT with EX spec. Loved it, but was sometimes bit underpowered. CU2/CW2 would be perfect, but drink too much if you drive town/city mostly. Atleast with these gas prices..

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah agree a cu1 wouldn't be the best

Anybody notice that the engine oil level goes down every 2/3k kms? There is no leak in the engine. Also the oil turns quite dark quickly.

@KiwiCarLife

9 ай бұрын

Yeah that’s just classic k series burning oil haha

Brilliant review mate! Fortunate enough to have the 6 speed manual in luxury trim, fantastic car to drive with exciting dynamics for a big front wheel drive sporting a four cylinder. The only issue I have with my one is the interior trim. The door cards are all scratched up and there’s a tear in the leather on both front seats. I blame the previous owner though and not the build quality. They could do with a bit more grunt imo but they are brilliant for what they are. I’d have one a million times over before I stoop so low as to buy a Camry, Commodore or Falcon.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah a lux CU2 would be an awesome car. Too bad we only got the base here with a manual

@oscarkabowski8413

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife it’s so weird how different the Honda market is from Australia to New Zealand. I don’t think it’ll ever happen anymore but it would have been amazing to have had Honda’s full Japanese and American range sold internationally. 😔

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

@@oscarkabowski8413 yeah I agree it's to Hondas detriment that they regionalise all their models. They just need to have a global lineup to cut design and manufacturing costs

@oscarkabowski8413

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife absolutely. It’s too late though, I worry they’ll leave Australia all together soon…We’ll all be forced into driving Kia and Hyundai rubbish.

Thank you god i have manual Accord. :)

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Hahah

I love my cu2 2.0l manual

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@xauraxdzx

Жыл бұрын

U mean cu1

Driving a 2011 CU2 manual. Incredible car. I can afford a far better car but simply can't justify getting one, especially when family friendly manuals are so hard to come by.

@KiwiCarLife

Ай бұрын

Yeah man they’re great cars for sure aye

We never got the wagon in Australia

@KiwiCarLife

5 күн бұрын

Oh really? They're quite common here. Especially coz we get Jap imports

@Jasmate

5 күн бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife Australia has stupid parallel import laws ... so for many cars if they aren't sold here locally, you can't just import them. I reckon the wagons look great. You guys just have mega expensive petrol.

Honda should have made ia rear wheel drive version with a 2.4 vtec turbo.

@KiwiCarLife

Ай бұрын

Goodness me

Hi there Could you do a Honda CRV Please

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Potentially

@matthewgray3375

2 жыл бұрын

Love my gen2 CR-V, which one did you have in mind, there are a lot of variations!

I wish my ‘06 TSX could get that good fuel economy 😅

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Haha I'm sure it could get close! I've seen in the 7's in mine

If you don't have these cars in manual it's a waste . The autos are for high way driving only . That 5 speed auto box ratios are longer than the great wall of China. Still a nice looking and comfortable car . Still prefer my cl9 though.

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

I disagree, I think the auto works just fine. I took this one for a good drive down some back roads and it was great

CL9 will always be the best

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Lovely car

in my opinion previous generation its much better quality and less plastic :} edition

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Oh mate nah the cu2's interior is much nicer than the cl9 for sure. The cp3 though? That's the plasticy one. Cm6 has a much nicer built interior than the newer one

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@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

..

Chur

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Churoski

i wouldve liked the TSX version better if acura didnt put the god awful grill on it

@KiwiCarLife

2 жыл бұрын

Just swap it out for an accord one

@skydive7054

2 жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife true