Published today, the New York Times provides a balanced yet ultimately very positive review of 8th Gen. Click the link to read for yourself:

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/28/automobiles/autoreviews/28ACCORD.html

I've been waiting for the NYTimes review -- thanks for posting it! Its good to see that the new Accord handles pretty well:

Happily the Accord has survived its growth. The sedan’s ride — for either 4-cylinder or V-6 models — is slightly firm. However, while rough surfaces are noticed, they are not hurtful. Only those who put the highest priority on a coddled backside would object to the ride.

Meanwhile, the Accord’s body movements are far more tightly controlled than those in the Camry. That means the Accord always feels sharp and eager while the Camry (except for the SE version with a sport suspension) often feels bouncy.

A tour through the White Mountains of New Hampshire quickly showed that the Accord may be bigger but it is not sloppier, which is more than can be said for many boomers.

Honda is doing a better job with its steering, and the Accord provides a good connection with the driver. The body feels solid (Honda says torsional rigidity has improved by 20 percent), and it responds quickly to even the most challenging series of turns. It is quite at home being driven in a brisk fashion that would fluster a Camry.

The unpretentious Honda badge lets you luxuriate incognito, appealing to those of us who want pampering but like to keep a low profile while getting it.

This is Exactly how I feel about my Accord Coupe's!

"The unpretentious Honda badge lets you luxuriate incognito, appealing to those of us who want pampering but like to keep a low profile while getting it"

This is exactly why I bought the 08 Accord EX-L sedan w/Nav. I could have purchased ANY make/model but after looking and test drives it became abundantly clear why Honda's are so highly regarded.

This is my first Honda and so far it lives up to it's reputation and my expectations in spades.

"The unpretentious Honda badge lets you luxuriate incognito, appealing to those of us who want pampering but like to keep a low profile while getting it"

This is exactly why I bought the 08 Accord EX-L sedan w/Nav. I could have purchased ANY make/model but after looking and test drives it became abundantly clear why Honda's are so highly regarded.

This is my first Honda and so far it lives up to it's reputation and my expectations in spades.

I agree 100% with the Accord being better than ever and and lets you luxuriate incognito. This is why I plan on purchasing it in the future and have purchased only Hondas even though I can buy an Acura or BMW is I wanted. The 08' Accord will continue accord's reputation of being a reliable, safe, good handling dynamic, and now luxurious incognito vehicle.:thmsup: