2005 Honda Accord Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　Honda takes a bold leap for 2005 with the introduction of the Hybrid Accord. Rather than add a hybrid motor to its four-cylinder, Honda bolts its third-generation IMA system to the Accord's already-potent V6. In one fell swoop the Accord hybrid has become the class leader in fuel economy (30 city, 38 highway) and power (255 horsepower). Other changes for the 2005 Honda Accord this year include new wheel cover designs for the LX and EX trims, a new coin pocket design, illuminated steering wheel controls and improved rear styling in sedans with redesigned taillamps. In addition, front-seat side airbags and full-length head curtain airbags are now available on all trim levels all the way down to the base DX model.

　　

zzdcar says

　　No other sedan puts together all the elements of a family car as well as the 2005 Honda Accord.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Honda Accord DX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$143/mo  for Accord DX

　　Accord DX

　　DX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $16,295 MSRPDX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $17,095 MSRPValue Package 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $17,995 MSRPLX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $19,775 MSRPLX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $19,875 MSRPLX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) (Most Popular) - $20,575 MSRPLX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $20,675 MSRPLX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $20,125 MSRPLX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $20,925 MSRPLX PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $20,725 MSRPLX PZEV 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $20,825 MSRPLX Special Edition PZEV 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $21,075 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $22,200 MSRPEX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $22,300 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $23,000 MSRPEX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $23,100 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan w/Leather (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $23,800 MSRPEX 2dr Coupe w/Leather (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $23,900 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan w/Leather (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $24,600 MSRPEX 2dr Coupe w/Leather (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $24,700 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan w/Leather and Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $25,800 MSRPEX 2dr Coupe w/Leather and Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $25,900 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan w/Leather and Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $26,600 MSRPEX 2dr Coupe w/Leather and Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $26,700 MSRPEX PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $23,150 MSRPEX PZEV 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $23,250 MSRPEX PZEV 4dr Sedan w/Leather (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $24,750 MSRPEX PZEV 2dr Coupe w/Leather (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $24,850 MSRPEX PZEV 4dr Sedan w/Leather and Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $26,750 MSRPEX PZEV 2dr Coupe w/Leather and Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A) - $26,850 MSRPLX V-6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $23,950 MSRPLX V-6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $24,050 MSRPLX Special Edition V-6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $24,550 MSRPEX V-6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $26,850 MSRPEX V-6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $26,950 MSRPEX V-6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M) - $26,950 MSRPEX V-6 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $28,850 MSRPEX V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.0L 6cyl 6M) - $28,950 MSRPEX V-6 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.0L 6cyl 5A) - $28,950 MSRPHybrid 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl gas/electric mild hybrid 5A) - $30,140 MSRPHybrid 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.0L 6cyl gas/electric mild hybrid 5A) - $32,140 MSRP

　　vs

　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　

2005 Accord Highlights

Type: SedanCoupeSedan

　　Trim: DXValue PackageLXLX PZEVEXEX PZEVLX V-6EX V-6HybridDX

　　

Base MSRP	$16,295
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	26 MPG
Cost to Drive	$143/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles