2009 Honda Accord

Replying to: paeataa (Sep 14, 2008 8:19 am)

I nor anyone else can tell you which car is right for you. IMO the EX is worth the extra cost. When I bought my first Accord, in 91, I was reluctant to buy the EX, because I was afraid the moonroof would leak later on, but I bought the EX mainly because of the extra power, and added features. I grew to love the moonroof, and never had a problem with it leaking for 12 years (it's not made like the old sunroofs of the past, and will not leak). I know in the past even things like cloth, for the seats and door trim, were upgraded from the LX to EX trims, including better floor mats. Go over the equipment list for each model. Only you can decide if the extra features and improved materials are worth the extra cost to you. The EX will cost more now, but will also be worth more at resale time. Good luck with your decision, and happy Hondaing.

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Replying to: elroy5 (Sep 14, 2008 8:56 am)

Could you or anyone please tell me if the EX (not EX-L) has separated temp. control for driver and front passenger?
 
Is this picture in LX-P or EX? http://cars.about.com/od/honda/ig/2008-Honda-Accord-photos/2008-Honda-Accord-LX-- interior.htm
 
Yesterday I test drove the LX-P coz the dealer did not have an EX for me. I did not quite like the console and dash of the LX-P. But if the EX has the same dash LX-P rather than the EX-L, I would have to make up my mind again.
 
I could not find the real pictures of EX and LX-P interior, therefore still have no idea what the EX looks like.
 
Thanks,

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Replying to: thegraduate (Sep 14, 2008 12:34 pm)

Thanks, the graduate. I looked at the Honda website before asking, but what I found on the site is only the picture of EX-L interior. I wanted to see the difference between LX-P and EX, not EX-L.
 
This is the advantage of buying a car in the mid-level of its Trims. You'll never see the real picture of the trim level you are looking for.

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Replying to: csr67 (Sep 14, 2008 4:44 pm)

"I looked at the Honda website before asking, but what I found on the site is only the picture of EX-L interior. I wanted to see the difference between LX-P and EX, not EX-L. "
  
Go to Honda's website, select the Accord, then "specifications". You'll then get a side-by-side comparison of every feature and option sorted by trim level. That way you can easily see what you get when going from LXP to EX trims.
 
Sorry, I should've specified; that's exactly what I'm talking about.

Replying to: iwantone (Aug 17, 2008 6:20 am)

You said sedan right? Reason I ask is because I think the Maxima "sedans" are sportier than the Accord "sedans. If you were going by looks alone, I'de say the Maxima. But I read you want safety, value and a smooth ride. The 09 accords incorporate side curtain air bags and rate 5 star safety in four of five safety categories, which beats the Maxima. Honda also beats Nissan's resale value. As far as ride, it's like buying stereo speakers, they sound different to everyone else, so take them both for a test drive. You're also a current Honda owner so you should be a fan of their excellent reliability, fit and finish. 4 bangers are not for everyone. I think once you drive the six in the Honda you'll make up you mind immediately. Good luck.

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Replying to: kingpcgeek (Sep 16, 2008 8:44 am)

Get into a high horsepower rear wheel drive car and you will never drive a front drive again.
 
Unless you need a back seat that can carry adult-size people (I'm 6'5"), don't want the pricey service costs for a premium-make car, or the higher insurance rates that typically go with a high-performance car, or the....
 
I'm glad you like your ride (I love the looks), but maybe there should be a thread created to comparing these cars instead of doing so here. I'd be happy to participate there!

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