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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [backy]
by m6user
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May 07, 2008 (6:32 pm)
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Replying to: backy (May 07, 2008 12:21 pm)
I did a test drive an Accord a couple of months ago(LX-P I4 auto) and rather liked it. Was somewhat suprized as I have test drove Accords probably 3 times over the last 15 years and never got a warm fuzzy from the tranny and the steering wheel position. Those were not issues in this 08 test drive. However, in reading the reviews I am noting all kinds of creaks and other noises, flickering headlights, poor mpg on the I4s, etc. Just enough to really make me hesitate.
On another note, I just recieved an email from Mazda with a link to configure the new 09 6 the way I liked it including options and colors. Prices were included but noted to be tentative. Here is one configuration I made.
MAZDA6 i Touring
170-hp 2.5L DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cylinder with VVT
Mileage, City/Hwy (mpg) 22/30 AT
i Sport model features plus:
17" alloy wheels
Fog lights
8-way driver's power seat & electroluminescent gauges
Push button ignition start
Leather-trimmed steering wheel & shift knob
Trip computer & welcome mode
Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry System
Anti-theft security alarm
The price on this configuration was $23550 which included destination charge. There was no Special Value packages listed.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [m6user]
by maxamillion1
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May 07, 2008 (6:46 pm)
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Replying to: m6user (May 07, 2008 6:32 pm)
post a link so we can all build the new 09 6! I'd be interested in the options avialable for the car.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [maxamillion1]
by mz6greyghost
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May 07, 2008 (7:20 pm)
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Replying to: maxamillion1 (May 07, 2008 6:46 pm)
You can't, unfortunately. The link goes to a page related to your specific email address, and once you exit out of the page, it won't allow you back in.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [mz6greyghost]
by maxamillion1
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May 07, 2008 (7:37 pm)
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Replying to: mz6greyghost (May 07, 2008 7:20 pm)
So do you have to own a Mazda6 or have been added to the Mazdausa.com website for addtional info on the new 6? if its the latter hopefully I'll get an e-mail soon.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [maxamillion1]
by m6user
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May 07, 2008 (9:37 pm)
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Replying to: maxamillion1 (May 07, 2008 7:37 pm)
I do own a 6 but also registered on the MazdaUSA website to get info on the new 6 so I don't know which took precedence in getting this email or if a combo of both did it. There were only three configurations similar to the way Mazda packages them now. However, the sunroof was broken out so it didn't come automatically with say the Gran Touring pkg per se. Also a stand alone option was the NAV. The package I copied in my previous post was the second tier pkg. The top tier was $26650. The I4 auto sport was $22050.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [backy]
by moocow1
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May 08, 2008 (9:05 am)
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Replying to: backy (May 07, 2008 12:21 pm)
Heck I don't think it's just quality that's becoming comparable. The non-Honda-Toyota makers have finally gotten much closer and/or caught up in terms of the car design/features themselves. I'd say a Sonata, Fusion, Malibu, Mazda6, etc are all pretty comparable with some weaknesses and strengths. It's more about specific wants and needs of each individual now...and obviously price. Heck I'd even put Camry behind most other cars, I just don't enjoy the style of Toyotas currently, although I definitely do like some of the Hondas.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [moocow1]
by plekto
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May 08, 2008 (10:31 am)
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Replying to: moocow1 (May 08, 2008 9:05 am)
I liken Honda and Mazda to the difference between Seiko and Citizen.. The Seiko is essentially the same as the Citizen, but it costs more and has a bit more bling and name brand recognition.
The smart money is on the Citizen, though, like the Mazda. A Mazda 3, for instance, is literally within a few millimeters of the Civic in terms of size, space, and so on, inside, and the features are literally less than a dozen that are different. Despite the Civic's different sheet metal, the 3 and it are near carbon clones of each other. I know. My sister was looking at both and I went over every bit of data and poked around in both for a solid day. It was basically a "pick one - makes no difference" at the end.
But Mazdas do cost less, thanks to aggressive financing and rebate offers.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [plekto]
by moocow1
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May 08, 2008 (11:18 am)
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Replying to: plekto (May 08, 2008 10:31 am)
If we're gonna compare civic vs mazda3, in all honesty, the mazda 3 blows it outta the water. It's got a much better interior and driving dynamics and most reviews will attest to this. I'll note all my friends recently purchased a Mazda3 over a Civic due not to brand, but because it's a better car. It would be like if the Citizen had twice the features of the Seiko. But this is all an aside. I think it's much closer in the Midsize arena than compacts. There is always the whole prestige aspect of any vehicle, I'd consider it just another factor like many others. And the higher the price you're paying, the more you want it  From what I've seen the prestige of a Mazda is not that far behind a Honda, they're both japanese cars after all. The bigger thing is japanese vs european vs american vs korean.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [moocow1]
by backy
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May 08, 2008 (1:07 pm)
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Replying to: moocow1 (May 08, 2008 9:05 am)
I agree with you, there's lots of good options in the mid-sized field now. Many professional reviewers put the Camry (especially the I4) down the stack also. Personally I'd rank (in alpha order) the Accord, Altima, Malibu, Optima, Passat, and Sonata (at least) above the Camry I4, and I think I'd even take a Mazda6 or Milan before the Camry, especially considering the real-world price differential. The Camry V6 is stronger, but still I'd put the Accord, Altima, Malibu, Passat, and Sonata ahead of it. The Camry Hybrid is unique (at least in my area--no Altima Hybrid available here) so it has the advantage for those looking for maximum FE in a mid-sized sedan.
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Re: Honda Accord User Reviews [backy]
by maxamillion1
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May 08, 2008 (5:27 pm)
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Replying to: backy (May 08, 2008 1:07 pm)
I'd agree...the current Camry, while competitive is just not what it used to be...or as others have stated the competition has just caught up and surpassed it.
The current Camry is visually and features-wise WAY more appealing than the "hump backed" looking previous generation Camry.
One thing I can say that I like about Toyota over Honda is that you do at least get to pick and choose options on various Camry models unlike Honda where features are based around trim levels. It's a great way for many many folks I'm sure but its kinda a pain for others. But again I understand why Honda does it, and it surely been a good formula that has worked for them over the last 30 plus years.
I wish Honda made bluetooth and XM standard on every Accord above the LX. Same thing with fog lights. Same thing with Nissan (who is even worse than Honda) where you can't get a CD6 without leather or even bluetooth without leather on an Altima, yet the lowly Versa and Sentra allow you to get those combinations.
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