[chris322]

So, I'm curious what you all think I should do to my new ride, which I have christened, "White Lightning?" I am getting splash guards installed by the dealer. I had thought about the moonroof wind deflector/visor, but I think I have changed my mind on that. It makes the car look 'frumpy' in my opinion. I'm also considering the auto dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink. I have the Honda all-weather floor mats ordered. I'm considering XPEL PPF for the front, hood, and fenders. I might even consider window tint. I'm not going to do anything mechanical, tuning, etc. It's plenty fast for me.

 

[Spuds_Mackenzie]

So, I'm curious what you all think I should do to my new ride, which I have christened, "White Lightning?" I am getting splash guards installed by the dealer. I had thought about the moonroof wind deflector/visor, but I think I have changed my mind on that. It makes the car look 'frumpy' in my opinion. I'm also considering the auto dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink. I have the Honda all-weather floor mats ordered. I'm considering XPEL PPF for the front, hood, and fenders. I might even consider window tint. I'm not going to do anything mechanical, tuning, etc. It's plenty fast for me.

Change out all the speakers and add a subwoofer of some sort. Speakers at the very least. Your ears will thank you.

 

[Taz69]

There are a ton of videos on it just YouTube it. Thousands have it. There are several versions of the hardware. Stage 2 tune is basic tune. You can flash it in your driveway on a laptop or purchase a stand alone device. Takes 5 min just plug into the OB2 port of your car. Its fool proof. Look on YouTube for K-Tuner on 10th gen Accord thats the name of it. Or visit K-Tuner website. Stage 3 tune safe run with stock car..

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[McSwine]

I've tuned a number of cars over the years, some new (most recently a '19 Fiesta ST) but I think I'm leaving my new 2.0T Sport alone. I know the 2.0 doesn't seem to have as many problems as the 1.5 but I don't think I'm willing to take that chance.

 

[2.0]

I've tuned a number of cars over the years, some new (most recently a '19 Fiesta ST) but I think I'm leaving my new 2.0T Sport alone. I know the 2.0 doesn't seem to have as many problems as the 1.5 but I don't think I'm willing to take that chance.

Pretty sure the issues with the 1.5s aren't from tuning...

 

[RCarlL]

So, I'm curious what you all think I should do to my new ride, which I have christened, "White Lightning?" I am getting splash guards installed by the dealer. I had thought about the moonroof wind deflector/visor, but I think I have changed my mind on that. It makes the car look 'frumpy' in my opinion. I'm also considering the auto dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink. I have the Honda all-weather floor mats ordered. I'm considering XPEL PPF for the front, hood, and fenders. I might even consider window tint. I'm not going to do anything mechanical, tuning, etc. It's plenty fast for me.

College Hills Honda is a great place to get OEM accessories for a decent price. Lots of people on this forum have used them and have been satisfied. I've purchased accessories for my 2016, 2019, and 2021 Accords from them and they have always been very good in terms of shipping and customer service.

Accessories and custom stuff are largely a matter of taste- here's what I ordered for my 2019/2021 Accords:
-Carpeted Trunk Mat w/Accord Logo- looks much nicer than the cheap piece that Honda ships from the factory- and it looks nicer than the all-weather trunk mat.
-Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror w/Homelink. An automatic dimming mirror is a must-have for me in any vehicle. If you aren't handy- you could have the dealer install it- although it's expensive through the dealership.
-Splash Guards
-Illuminated Sill Plates- not too horrible to do yourself.
-Cargo Net- requires a special tool to install- which is why the dealer can charge $100 to install a $30 accessory.
-The black badges look pretty nice on a white Accord Sport. They are a bit pricey... but look great on white.
-Wheel locks (combined with a low comprehensive insurance deductible to protect those awesome 19" wheels. You don't have to get OEM locks- any basic locks will work to deter amateur thieves. Pros will still be able to steal them even with the best wheel locks.
-Trunk Handle: Part # 84635-SEA-003ZF... easy to install and makes it so that your hand doesn't get dirty closing the trunk... and prevents fingerprints from a freshly washed car.
-If you live somewhere that sees moderate to severe snow- investing in a second set of wheels/tires that are more winter friendly would be a great investment. Those factory 19" wheels with Michelin MXM4 tires are awful in snow. There are usually cheap sets of 17" OEM Accord wheels on Ebay. I bought a set of new 17" 2018-2020 Accord EX alloys from Ebay and then spent about $500 to have them refinished so they had the two-toned look of the 19" sport wheels.... then mounted more winter-friendly tires on them. Worked great- plus it ensured that the factory 19" wheels never saw salt/snow.

Congrats on your purchase- it's a nice car.

 

[chris322]

I'm about a week in with the new Accord, and I wanted to share some observations. I commute right at 80 miles one way to work. Last week, I drove my Passport twice and my Accord three times. The Accord is not comfortable on a long commute. Despite test driving three times, I didn't spend enough time in the driver's seat to notice this. It's like I'm sitting on a bar. I can't find a comfortable driving position. I guess I'll look for some type of cushion to put on the seat to make it better.

Compared to the 2017, the technology is far superior in the 2022. Wireless CarPlay is great, as is Honda Sensing. The wireless charger is pretty much useless with my iPhone 14 pro. If I get it to charge for a few minutes at a time, I'm doing well.

The 2.0T engine is smooth and powerful. While fuel economy is not as good as the V6, acceleration is improved and the 10 speed automatic shifts smoothly. I prefer the drive of the 2.0T, but I'd take the V6 for its fuel economy. I'm averaging 30-31 where I averaged 33-34 or sometimes as high as 35-36 with the V6 on the interstate. With that being said, I'm only about 500 miles in. It might improve. The 19 inch wheels compared to my 2017's 17 inch could also be playing a part in this.

I thought the lack of an automatic dimming mirror with Homelink would bother me, but it surprisingly doesn't. I clipped a garage door opener to my sun visor and it works fine. I don't even find myself needing to flip the mirror tab to dim it.

Overall, the 2022 is not a bad car. However, I'd be lying if I said I don't want my 2017 V6 back. I'm hopeful that with time the car grows on me. If I could resell it without taking a major hit, I would. Since that's likely not possible, I'll most likely drive it a year or two and then look at trading for something else down the road. I just feel like car buying these days is a losing battle for me. The 2017 Accord and the 2014 I owned before it just fit me like a glove from the beginning. I can't find a car that has that feeling now.

 

[14v6]

That's unfortunate and you certainly test drove a lot of stuff. You spend so much time driving maybe a rental or loaner is something to do next time. I always thought the V6 Accord was a perfect commuter car if highways are involved where VCM could make for some good MPG's. I guess with a Passport you know what a headache low profile tires can be. Hopefully as your new Accord gets seasoned things will improve.

 

[Aloyouis]

Change out all the speakers and add a subwoofer of some sort. Speakers at the very least. Your ears will thank you.

OK. With what?

 

[chris322]

I wanted to give another update two weeks in. The car has grown on me, and I have adjusted to the seat. It's still not to the level of comfort that my 2017 had, but it isn't terrible. I've installed Honda all-weather floor mats and had the dealer install splash guards, wheel locks, and the trunk tray. That's probably all I'm going to do. I'm tempted to check into aftermarket leather, but I don't plan to keep the car as long as I kept my 2017, so there's probably no point in that.

 

[Samurai1225]

So, I'm curious what you all think I should do to my new ride, which I have christened, "White Lightning?" I am getting splash guards installed by the dealer. I had thought about the moonroof wind deflector/visor, but I think I have changed my mind on that. It makes the car look 'frumpy' in my opinion. I'm also considering the auto dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink. I have the Honda all-weather floor mats ordered. I'm considering XPEL PPF for the front, hood, and fenders. I might even consider window tint. I'm not going to do anything mechanical, tuning, etc. It's plenty fast for me.

My car is also the Platinum White Pearl. I did the window tint. I also did a total chrome delete along with wrapping the roof in gloss black. I changed out the "H" badges to black. This really doesn't do much for the looks, but I replaced all of the incandescent bulbs with LED's. When I get the car all cleaned up I get a fair amount of compliments on the car. I'll attach a photo. It's not the best picture, but you'll get the idea.

 

[uscourt3000]

I know I posted that I had decided to keep my 2017 EX-L V6, but with the reality that I really don't care for what I've seen so far of the 2023, the knowledge that I would have to go hybrid, and the knowledge that my car was likely a ticking time bomb for major issues, I decided to pull the trigger on a 2022 2.0T Sport. I really miss my V6 already, but the 2.0T is a beast. I'm hoping for comparable gas mileage to the V6 on my daily commute. I hope for several years of reliable service from my new ride! View attachment 546704

Man, that shot looks just great. This is a nice looking car.