Honda Accord VI

Honda Accord VI
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The Honda Accord VI (1998–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: CG · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,635 mm
Width–1,695–1,720 mm
Height–1,420–1,440 mm
Wheelbase–2,665 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,230–1,330 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)396 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,888 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older60.9% (59.8–61.9)69.2%8,199

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Brakes44.5%36.4%
Suspension42.9%41.6%
Lights and electrics36.5%28.8%
Tyres30.8%31.2%
Body, chassis and structure27.8%18.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks27.2%17.1%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

5,488 complaints for model years 1998–2002. 549 crashes · 29 fires · 402 injuries · 9 deaths

  • Transmission and drivetrain 1,291
  • Airbags 1,173
  • Electrical system 791
  • Engine 172
  • Body and structure 167
  • Speed control 154

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 16 versions of the Honda Accord VI

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United States 13 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1999–2002VTEC, CLKUP · SOHC-VTEC · SOHC2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2000–2002SOHC-VTEC · SOHC2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2001–2002VTEC · SOHC-VTEC2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2001–2002VTEC · SOHC-VTEC3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2001VTEC2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1999–2000CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
20002.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2000SOHC-VTEC3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1998–1999SOHC2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1998–1999SOHC-VTEC · VTEC2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1998–1999SOHC V-6, CLKUP · VTEC, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1998SOHC, CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1998SOHC-VTEC, CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1998–2002Mid-size2.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.2–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle235–246 g/km
1998–2002Mid-size2.3 LPetrol5-speed manual9.4–10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle216–235 g/km
1998–2002Mid-size3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.2–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle258–262 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.