By demand, the pictures are here.

Model pictured is a 2008 Accord Coupe EX 4cyl ATX No special options. Priced at MSRP.

Nose to nose with an 06
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MSRP for EX, priced by MSRP
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Big slobbery suction rings just like i had on my car. Dirty machines?
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Big butt
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Large butt
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HUGE BUTT
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Drivers side.. butt
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Same
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Same
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Drivers Profile
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Xenon Headlamp lookin' TL
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But from the right angle: very accord
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EX 17s, large brakes compared to gen 7
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225/50/17
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More Pilot HXs!
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Drab interior imo
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I was going to try to find something large to cram under the car to show just how tall it is, but your eyes can suffice.
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Camera angle helps mask the overall HEIGHT of this new model
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The next few are of all the new sedan colors on the lot
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Alloy LX wheels for 2008 -- this is how you can tell 'em apart!
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LX wheel
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Dunlop tires on LX
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Already wrecked.
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you decide
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2nd only to that J30A5 motor, the reason i love my 06 6mt...
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LED instrumentation is gorgeous.

Nice pics!:yes: Someone said it before, but those rims on the silver coupe look like mustang knock offs, and ugly ones at that. Yuck!

I can't really pick one over the other. They BOTH are very appealing to me. Honda has done a great job keeping the Accord Coupe looking so great since the 6th generation.

I can't wait to see a 08 Accord Coupe EX-L V6 in person when they arrive.

Damn, those rear end shots of the 08 coupe really bring out the blandness of the trunk. I think it would look better if the license plate is located on the trunk, and not the bumper, just like the current coupe. Not only will that get rid of the nothingness feeling of the trunk, but it will also allow for a better location for the rear view camera (just like the sedan's).

Regardless, I'm still going to get a fully loaded 08 Coupe. Thanks for the pics.

Did anyone notice that the interior looks like a football jersey? Odd fabric choice.

The 7th gen coupe looks so sleek and graceful I sometimes wish I had gotten one instead of a sedan.

Nice pictures! Thanks for putting those up!

Yuck! The wheel gap is still there.

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/\ Did you expect Honda to start slamming their accords from the factory?

Still not liking the design, especially the rear and the sedan is getting
uglier to me everytime I see it in pics. I thought the design was supposed
to grow on me?

Not slamming them. But at least minimized and even like on the curent gen Civic's.

Not slamming them. But at least minimized and even like on the curent gen Civic's.

Not important to Honda or most Accord buyers.

True. And I'm aware of that.

But it's just another thing that I liked about the Accord concept that Honda took away. Whatever.

I find it hilarious that Honda managed to leave everything enthusiasts disliked about the prototype, and deleted everything we DID like. The days of Honda pissing excellence are quickly passing by...

I find it hilarious that Honda managed to leave everything enthusiasts disliked about the prototype, and deleted everything we DID like. The days of Honda pissing excellence are quickly passing by...

Its because the 55+ crowd wouldnt care for it. Like it or not, most cars like the Accord are going to be more catered towards the baby boomer generation. I think cars that used to be "sporty" are being adjusted to accommodate this demographic.

Luckily, their are many other options out there.

Fantastic alternatives exist.

But at 30,500 w/ NAV and an engine that'll stick through thick and thin

Nope.

The seats aren't really that bad... The new Eclipse has them, feel better than cloth IMO.

Its because the 55+ crowd wouldnt care for it. Like it or not, most cars like the Accord are going to be more catered towards the baby boomer generation. I think cars that used to be "sporty" are being adjusted to accommodate this demographic.

Luckily, their are many other options out there.

I personally think the 08 accord is much sportier than it's predecessor and I'm not so sure that the car is being marketed to the older generation as much as some tend to think it is. For example, I'm 23 and I wanted a 4 door sedan that was big enough to actually use the back seat for less than 30k. Compare what's availible on the market for that price and you'll see the accord is far ahead of the competition regardless of your age. There are also some things on the car that tend to make me think it isn't geared toward the 60s crowd as some spectators on here have suggested. Things like the 270 watt sound system that would probably be overkill to most people in their 60s and stock 17'' rims and availble 18s on the sedan and 19s on the coupe...not options that most of the older generation would appreciate. If not an accord, what 4 door sedan should someone in their 20s drive? I think the 08 sedan has what it takes to make some of the younger generation who would never have considered an accord sedan (like me) take a 2nd look. As far as affordable sedans of decent size go, it's a looker!:thmsup:

Thanks for taking these pics, abmn! I know I sound like a broken record here, but I LOVE the front but REALLY HATE the '08 coupe's rear. I too wish it looked more like the concept. :( Seeing the 7th and 8th gen coupes together, I think I would much rather have the 7th...I even like the interior setup way better!

The sedan is starting to grow on me, although I'm not sure I could get over the size issue (much bigger than I need) and take the step into owning one. I do wish it was a little sportier, though, and maybe had a similar front setup as the coupe (for example).

I think this latest gen just might push me right into buying another brand if I decide to go the new route...

I personally think the 08 accord is much sportier than it's predecessor and I'm not so sure that the car is being marketed to the older generation as much as some tend to think it is. For example, I'm 23 and I wanted a 4 door sedan that was big enough to actually use the back seat for less than 30k.
Did you want sporty or large? You're bouncing off two walls. I can understand wanting to compromise between the two, but you definitely can't have both without driving a 540i and understanding theres absolutely nothing similar between 08 Gen-8 and its German "Sporty" rival. Not to mention the M5.

Compare what's availible on the market for that price and you'll see the accord is far ahead of the competition regardless of your age. There are also some things on the car that tend to make me think it isn't geared toward the 60s crowd as some spectators on here have suggested. Things like the 270 watt sound system that would probably be overkill to most people in their 60s and stock 17'' rims and availble 18s on the sedan and 19s on the coupe...not options that most of the older generation would appreciate.

Have you been to a Cadillac dealership in the past 6-7 years? 20s are nothing new to that genre. As for 270watts, my grandmother's 1996 ElDorado had a 12" sub in the back dash and a whole host of tweets and bose accompaniment. Never the less the equipment provided in 2006 or even 2008 models. If anything, Honda's been slow to the punch x20

If not an accord, what 4 door sedan should someone in their 20s drive? I think the 08 sedan has what it takes to make some of the younger generation who would never have considered an accord sedan (like me) take a 2nd look. As far as affordable sedans of decent size go, it's a looker!:thmsup:

Many people overlook the Accord even now. Most people in America are stubborn brand loyalists who only venture to another company once their trusted friend betrays them (ex. GM using the same interiors from 1995-2002+ for damn near every model. How fresh!) What car should every 20s person drive? Whatever they want. Hyundai, Toyota, Opel, Ford, Nissan, or even Honda. But no Land Rovers. Please, none of that.



You enjoy your new car and nobody will ever argue that fact! lol

Did you want sporty or large? You're bouncing off two walls. I can understand wanting to compromise between the two, but you definitely can't have both without driving a 540i and understanding theres absolutely nothing similar between 08 Gen-8 and its German "Sporty" rival. Not to mention the M5.

Why can't I have both for less than $58,500-the starting price of a 550i. I think that for less than 30k the accord is the best compromise of the two you can buy. You have to be realisitic in comparing like cars. I wouldn't mind a mercedes cls either but that's a whole different category too.

Have you been to a Cadillac dealership in the past 6-7 years? 20s are nothing new to that genre. As for 270watts, my grandmother's 1996 ElDorado had a 12" sub in the back dash and a whole host of tweets and bose accompaniment. Never the less the equipment provided in 2006 or even 2008 models. If anything, Honda's been slow to the punch x20

It's not exactly fair to compare Cadillac to honda either IMO. The eldorado coupe had a starting price of $39,595 in 1996! It was a very, very expensive car in it's day. To put in in perspective, the 96 accord started at $15,100.

http://www.theautochannel.com/vehicles/new/reviews/wk9626.html

http://www.automallusa.net/1996/honda/accord/reviews.html

The cheapest 08 accord starts at 20k, whereas the cheapest caddy starts at 32k! That's a whole different price bracket and not a fair comparison but to elaborate further...

No cadillac car has stock 20s. The CTS has 17s, the STS has 17s, with 18s on the performance model. The DTS has 17s with 18s on the performance model. The XLR even has 18s. What cadillac car were you talkin' about?


Many people overlook the Accord even now. Most people in America are stubborn brand loyalists who only venture to another company once their trusted friend betrays them (ex. GM using the same interiors from 1995-2002+ for damn near every model. How fresh!) What car should every 20s person drive? Whatever they want. Hyundai, Toyota, Opel, Ford, Nissan, or even Honda. But no Land Rovers. Please, none of that.

I'm certainly not a brand loyalist, I buy what I like. If the accord had been made by some other company so be it. BUT I do have to say that the honda name has a certain reliabilty and quality associated with it. That said, I've never owned a honda before.


You enjoy your new car and nobody will ever argue that fact! lol


Yes I do!:yes:

I have to agree w/ abmn about the sporty vs large issue. The only way that the new accord is sportier is in engine output, which is almost offset by it's size and weight increase (not totally). While the weight may not completely negate the power increase, it will have negative effects in other areas too. There's more to sporty than just power. Heavier cars w/ open differentials are NOT sporty. The BMW might be equivalent as far as size and weight goes, but it also has the hardware to make up for it.

Without having to perform any sort of rigorous search, the Escalade comes with 20"+ wheels standard. Your comparison was the "older buyers" class not being Honda's intent behind the Accord's design citing use of "big wheels" while the #1 car company notorious for older drivers, GM's own Cadillac, has been pushing big flashy wheels for years - VERY successfully I might add. Certainly, Cadillac has been trying to bring youth appeal back into the brand but when you take a look on the highways and even the geriatric club parking lots - big caddys on big wheels is commonplace.

Is it fair to compare Caddy material QUALITY to Honda? Not particularly, no. If Kia had a significant share of aged buyers versus younger buyers, and managed to ship something over a 15" steelie, the point would have still remained valid, even though the company was underclassed in comparison.

As for "big and sporty" BMW, Benz, and (now) Lexus dominate this with passion. Why? Because they do it right. It comes at a price, no denial, but when you want 2 in 1, you're going to shell out accordingly.

Please don't take my challenging remarks as insults. I'd buy you a beer in a heartbeat =). I guess I'm one of those types that enjoys a debate!

The seats aren't really that bad... The new Eclipse has them, feel better than cloth IMO.

My 2004 SE-R had them as well. For those that didn't have to drive it everyday, they seemed to think it had a certain "cool appeal." But, in a 3300+ pound Accord? Seems only random to me. Even in the "just as sporty as you can possibly fathom for 16,000 dollars" segment, it still felt silly.

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Without having to perform any sort of rigorous search, the Escalade comes with 20"+ wheels standard. Your comparison was the "older buyers" class not being Honda's intent behind the Accord's design citing use of "big wheels" while the #1 car company notorious for older drivers, GM's own Cadillac, has been pushing big flashy wheels for years - VERY successfully I might add. Certainly, Cadillac has been trying to bring youth appeal back into the brand but when you take a look on the highways and even the geriatric club parking lots - big caddys on big wheels is commonplace.!

Actually, the escalade doesn't come standard with 20s either, it has 18s with 22s on the v8 ultra luxury collection which is a $7700 option lol. While I see your point, the escalade isn't a car, it's an suv and a huge one at that. There are no cadillac cars with 20s, the biggest on a car is 18''. You won't find a car in the price range of a cadillac that doesn't have at least 17s, so I don't think cadillac has unusually large rims. All of the base models with exception to the XLR have 17s and the escalade has 22s but it's a truck, not a car. I can't bring myself to compare a 56k truck that weighs 5700lbs to a 25k car that weighs 3400.

http://www.cadillac.com/cadillacjsp/model/po_specification.jsp?model=escalade&year=2008&section=Chassis%20%26%20Suspension


Is it fair to compare Caddy material QUALITY to Honda? Not particularly, no. If Kia had a significant share of aged buyers versus younger buyers, and managed to ship something over a 15" steelie, the point would have still remained valid, even though the company was underclassed in comparison.

I still think it's only fair to compare apples to apples.:dunno: The accord wouldn't be compared to a cadillac cts by any magazine etc would it? It's not in the same category, the cts is not a competitor for the accord, cars like the toyota camry, ford fusion, and hyundai sonata are.

As for "big and sporty" BMW, Benz, and (now) Lexus dominate this with passion. Why? Because they do it right. It comes at a price, no denial, but when you want 2 in 1, you're going to shell out accordingly.

Again, if we're not talkin' much more expensive cars, the accord is one of the best examples of the combination of spacious and sporty IMO. To be fair, it should be compared to cars like the above. There's no logic in comparing my old saturn vue with an escalade either.

Please don't take my challenging remarks as insults. I'd buy you a beer in a heartbeat =). I guess I'm one of those types that enjoys a debate!

None taken. I only get upset about personal insults, as long as we're talking cars it doesn't really matter. But I do like a good debate too!

I have to agree w/ abmn about the sporty vs large issue. The only way that the new accord is sportier is in engine output, which is almost offset by it's size and weight increase (not totally). While the weight may not completely negate the power increase, it will have negative effects in other areas too. There's more to sporty than just power. Heavier cars w/ open differentials are NOT sporty. The BMW might be equivalent as far as size and weight goes, but it also has the hardware to make up for it.

Actually, even if you consider the hp equal, the 08' accord just looks sportier IMO with it's larger rims and sportier design. But how about the improved suspension with a lower center of gravity and 4 wheel disc brakes. How about the lower NVH and improved turning radius, do any of these amount to anything? It is sportier than the 7th gen IMO by both looks and performance , but looks are subjective so if you don't think it looks sportier then it doesn't to you...

Actually, the escalade doesn't come standard with 20s either, it has 18s with 22s on the v8 ultra luxury collection which is a $7700 option lol. While I see your point, the escalade isn't a car, it's an suv and a huge one at that. There are no cadillac cars with 20s, the biggest on a car is 18''. You won't find a car in the price range of a cadillac that doesn't have at least 17s, so I don't think cadillac has unusually large rims. All of the base models with exception to the XLR have 17s and the escalade has 22s but it's a truck, not a car. I can't bring myself to compare a 56k truck that weighs 5700lbs to a 25k car that weighs 3400.

http://www.cadillac.com/cadillacjsp/model/po_specification.jsp?model=escalade&year=2008&section=Chassis%20%26%20Suspension


I still think it's only fair to compare apples to apples.:dunno: The accord wouldn't be compared to a cadillac cts by any magazine etc would it? It's not in the same category, the cts is not a competitor for the accord, cars like the toyota camry, ford fusion, and hyundai sonata are.



Again, if we're not talkin' much more expensive cars, the accord is one of the best examples of the combination of spacious and sporty IMO. To be fair, it should be compared to cars like the above. There's no logic in comparing my old saturn vue with an escalade either.



None taken. I only get upset about personal insults, as long as we're talking cars it doesn't really matter. But I do like a good debate too!



Nice! lol

Once again, its about average age not about cost. If Kia buyers average age were similar to that of Honda, the point would still remain valid that "sporty" features such as large diameter heavy wheels aren't age restricted. Nissan's been shipping 17s on Maximas since 2000 or 2001, depending on what year you consider the previous model change to occur. It was a huge car for its time and in comparison to its predecessor, but in 2001, even with the VQ30, that thing was PHENOMENAL! In terms of sport performance vs size Nissan had a super duper great thing going. Shamefully, in 2004 with the model change, they pretty much lost the spirit and chased after pushing sport on Altima and plush on Maxima. This is much of the demise Gen-7 loyalists are feeling with Gen-8. Rise and fall. Jumping forward a model with something bigger and better that at the end of the day with a professional driver delivers identical track results with less miles per gallon -- thats just not progression.

As you can see from pages and pages of historical interest, Honda disappointed a very eager crowd by not providing a sportier version of what was becoming a sport-blended vehicle.

I guess we can agree to disagree about comparable vehicles but the 08' is sportier and it's definitely improved over the 07 as far as performance goes. If we assume that both are the same in acceleration, there are others factors to consider. Check out this link.

http://www.zercustoms.com/news/2008-Honda-Accord-Chassis.html

Better yet, check out this new thread.

http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=13146

Did you want sporty or large? You're bouncing off two walls. I can understand wanting to compromise between the two, but you definitely can't have both without driving a 540i and understanding theres absolutely nothing similar between 08 Gen-8 and its German "Sporty" rival. Not to mention the M5.



Have you been to a Cadillac dealership in the past 6-7 years? 20s are nothing new to that genre. As for 270watts, my grandmother's 1996 ElDorado had a 12" sub in the back dash and a whole host of tweets and bose accompaniment. Never the less the equipment provided in 2006 or even 2008 models. If anything, Honda's been slow to the punch x20



Many people overlook the Accord even now. Most people in America are stubborn brand loyalists who only venture to another company once their trusted friend betrays them (ex. GM using the same interiors from 1995-2002+ for damn near every model. How fresh!) What car should every 20s person drive? Whatever they want. Hyundai, Toyota, Opel, Ford, Nissan, or even Honda. But no Land Rovers. Please, none of that.



You enjoy your new car and nobody will ever argue that fact! lol


Please don't compare a BMW or Mercedez to a Honda. It makes no sense and the accord wins in bang for the buck. That said the new Accord is definetly a looker (both coupe and sedan) and makes the 7th generation look outdated and boring. (even though the LED's save the 06+ from looking old) I recently test drove a 2008 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L v6 and was impressed. Im 23 and planning to purchase the Accord, many of my friends are interested in the new model too and like the way Honda is heading. (better designs etc. esp. since the 06+ Civic) If you want to say the accord is for old people, be sure your gonna be attacked because just venture out there and many people in their 20s are looking at it. BTW, only the LX is classified as large so IDK why people are making the car seem Avalon Sized when it really isnt.

I guess we can agree to disagree about comparable vehicles but the 08' is sportier and it's definitely improved over the 07 as far as performance goes. If we assume that both are the same in acceleration, there are others factors to consider. Check out this link.

http://www.zercustoms.com/news/2008-Honda-Accord-Chassis.html

Better yet, check out this new thread.

http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=13146

Which of all these improvements helps the 2008 Accord Coupe 6MT with all the energy saving features disabled and unattached attain a single tenth of a second faster times from 0-60?

http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons/10519/2006-honda-accord-ex-v-6.html
3rd paragraph, last sentence. Read it and weep. 0-60 in 5.9. There may be an incredible change in technology. However, at the end of the day, the performance has changed 0.0% overall with a mind-numbing loss of 4 MPG right off the window sticker.


As for comparing Honda to BMW/Benz/Lexus -- its totally unfair. It's also totally unfair to call it a sporty big sedan - something its not. It's a family sedan that just upgraded from coach dimensions and had to swallow a big thirsty engine to keep up .. with itself.

HOWEVER

In your defense, yes, the 4cyl (ex) motors have finally come out the dark ages of deliberate detuning. And yes, Honda has finally stopped leaving incredibly NECESSARY features off of the EX-4CYL. The "EX-L" as it is commonly called is not Honda's flagship Accord, though. They've simply raised the mean.

Which of all these improvements helps the 2008 Accord Coupe 6MT with all the energy saving features disabled and unattached attain a single tenth of a second faster times from 0-60?

http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons/10519/2006-honda-accord-ex-v-6.html
3rd paragraph, last sentence. Read it and weep. 0-60 in 5.9. There may be an incredible change in technology. However, at the end of the day, the performance has changed 0.0% overall with a mind-numbing loss of 4 MPG right off the window sticker..

Ouch..weeping:rolleyes:Isn't that the same track time the 08' has with it's sportier looks including a larger sunroof and rims, improved handling, ridgidity, safety feature, and less interior noise?


As for comparing Honda to BMW/Benz/Lexus -- its totally unfair. It's also totally unfair to call it a sporty big sedan - something its not. It's a family sedan that just upgraded from coach dimensions and had to swallow a big thirsty engine to keep up .. with itself.

Why are you backing down in comparing the accord to bmw and mercedes? You said it was a fair comparison before...glad you've finally come to see things my way:thmsup: LOL

BTW your same source (car and driver)refers to the 7th gen as bland and goes on to say the 08 finally gets some needed style.
In another article they say...
Not as edgy as the coupe, but it is moving in a sportier direction.

They referred to the 08 accord sedan as "sportier". Watch your cited sources, they just might hinder you, not help you

http://www.caranddriver.com/carnews/12995/spied-2008-honda-accord-sedan.html


In your defense, yes, the 4cyl (ex) motors have finally come out the dark ages of deliberate detuning. And yes, Honda has finally stopped leaving incredibly NECESSARY features off of the EX-4CYL. The "EX-L" as it is commonly called is not Honda's flagship Accord, though. They've simply raised the mean.

Really? I thought the ex-l v6 was the highest trim availible? I never said my particular accord is the flagship model, I have an ex-l with the 4cylinder and no navi. The EX-L is the flagship accord:yes:

Please don't compare a BMW or Mercedez to a Honda. It makes no sense and the accord wins in bang for the buck. That said the new Accord is definetly a looker (both coupe and sedan) and makes the 7th generation look outdated and boring. (even though the LED's save the 06+ from looking old) I recently test drove a 2008 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L v6 and was impressed. Im 23 and planning to purchase the Accord, many of my friends are interested in the new model too and like the way Honda is heading. (better designs etc. esp. since the 06+ Civic) If you want to say the accord is for old people, be sure your gonna be attacked because just venture out there and many people in their 20s are looking at it. BTW, only the LX is classified as large so IDK why people are making the car seem Avalon Sized when it really isnt.

Thank you! I'm 23 too and everyone says I am a rare exception to the rule. The general concensus seems to be that the 08 accord will appeal more to the 55plus crowd...I don't see it. I think that for a sizable 4 door at less than 30k, it's a great looking car that will appeal to anyone looking for those features. That said, I was looking for a bigger 4 door sedan which may be rare for my age.