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Sedans Honda Accord Acura TL vs Honda Accord
1159 messages, Last post on May 26, 2009 at 3:29 PM
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Replying to: thegraduate (Dec 10, 2007 8:07 am) |
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Replying to: joelhel (Nov 25, 2007 4:24 pm) I just wanted to point out that the pricing is not as different as it appears. Since the Accords are new, they are less discounted. For example, the TMV pricing is: Accord V6 EX-L with Nav MSRP = $30,895 TMV = $30,000 TL with Nav MSRP = $36,940 TMV = $34,427 - $2000 incentive = $32,427 If the difference was $6000, it would be a tougher call. With the difference in reality being about $2500, I would have to say the better value is the TL. You could also skip the Nav and get a TL for the same as the Accord. Others pointed out differences. I have to admit I didn't study them too closely. The TL benefits included: - better warranty - HID lights (often nearly a $1000 option if available but standard on TL) - dual zone climate controls - more advanced trip computer - better quality interior finish - electronic parking aid - memory seats (seats, mirrors, steering wheel and even climate settings) - cassette?? - 8 speakers vs. 7 in - reverse tilt side mirrors - rear/turn LED lights - DVD Audio, DTS CD's surround sound 8 speaker system. - remote entry with driver recognition These are just some of the things. Most are minor but they do add up to a quality presentation. Even with features both cars share, there are often subtle imrovements in quality with Acura. For example, they both have Tire Pressure monitors. The Accord will show a low tire icon light. The Acura will actually show you which tire and what the pressure is per tire. Both have a moonroof but Acura has auto open/close auto reverse and keyoff operation. Both have variable wipers but Acura is speed sensing. There are also several areas related to chassis, brakes, suspension, etc. that are improved in the Acura as well. Don't get me wrong, the Accord is a great car but if you focus on details, the Acura really does outshine the Accord. The question is how much more money is the Acura worth. There are also some Accord advantages being a new model such as folding rear seats, more space, slightly more HP, lower weight, regular unleaded., better gas mileage. Good luck with your comparisons.
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Replying to: ideadirect (Jan 04, 2008 10:52 pm) - better warranty - HID lights (often nearly a $1000 option if available but standard on TL) - - more advanced trip computer - better quality interior finish - electronic parking aid - memory seats (seats, mirrors, steering wheel and even climate settings) - cassette?? - 8 speakers vs. 7 in - reverse tilt side mirrors - rear/ For the sake of being detail minded, I'd like to make a couple of corrections to your list if that's ok. The turn signals on the TL are just red bulbs, not LEDs like the taillamps. Also, the Accord has been available with dual auto climate controls since 2003, even before the TL had them I believe. One more thing, wouldn't the TMV include rebates and discounts? Maybe a HOST can answer this for us? I honestly don't know.
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jan 04, 2008 10:58 pm) Basically, Dual zone/single mode (Accord and TSX) versus dual zone/dual mode (TL). I probably should have included this as part of the similar feature but slightly better in TL. I was also going off memory too. Thanks for clarifying the lights. I misread that and you are correct it is just the rear lights. I've had different experience with TMV pricing and rebates. Sometimes they look like they are included and sometimes not. I also look at carsdirect.com to get a feel. I'm in the middle of car shopping right now so am quite familiar with what prices are going for with TL's and Accords. The quotes I'm getting as well as others for a base TL is around $30K-$30.5 which includes the $2000 rebate extended until 3/3. The TMV price is about 32K which would indicate that the rebate is not taken out. Cars Direct has a price of $30.8 and does include removing the rebate. There is a link to "incentives" on the TMV pricing results that show the $2000 Marketing Support to the dealer. I was told it expired end of January but looks like it goes through March 3rd. I'm still pretty sure the TMV price does not remove this amount though as yesterday the TMV price was the same but there was no link to "Incentive." A host could confirm though. |
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Replying to: ideadirect (Jan 05, 2008 12:29 am) Now, a tsx is little closer to the accords value, and is a really good bang for the buck. I have also looked at other cars, like VW's, Acura, and I still say you can't be the Honda's over all value. Although Acura is Honda. |
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Replying to: ideadirect (Jan 05, 2008 12:29 am) Basically, Dual zone/single mode (Accord and TSX) versus dual zone/dual mode (TL). I always get that wrong - thanks for correcting me!
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jan 05, 2008 8:08 pm) I was thinking about upgrading to an '06 TL (in either white or black, and prefer it to to be under 35K miles). I've never driven a TL before, so I was wondering how much of a step up it would be from the Accord I have. I guess a test drive at a local dealership here in the New York city area would show me how much I like driving it (as opposed to my only looking at them on the road and admiring how nice they look  Can anyone give me some idea of what a good trade-in exchange would be? What would be a reasonable price for my Accord, and a reasonable price for an '06 TL. Bottom line: what is the difference in price between them? And which dealer in the NY area would be the best place to get a good dela on a trade-in? Thanks, Fred
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Replying to: beatlefred (May 14, 2009 3:09 pm) |
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Replying to: beatlefred (May 14, 2009 3:09 pm) |
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