Honda Accord VII
The Honda Accord VII (2003–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 24 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: CL, CM, CN · Sold in: United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,665–4,750 mm |
| Width | – | 1,760 mm |
| Height | – | 1,445–1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,670 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,360–1,619 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 311–396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,917 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 test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 68.3% (67.9–68.7) | 69.2% | 47,821 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 50.3% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 40.4% | 28.8% |
| Brakes | 37.8% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 34.6% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 16.0% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.5% | 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)
4,643 complaints for model years 2003–2007. 477 crashes · 66 fires · 440 injuries · 12 deaths
- Transmission and drivetrain 1,436
- Airbags 923
- Electrical system 373
- Steering 270
- Speed control 235
- Engine 203
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 24 versions of the Honda Accord VII
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United Kingdom 24 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–20092.0 i-VTEC SE | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4–8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 176–202 g/km |
| 2006–20092.0 i-VTEC SE | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.0–8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 189–208 g/km |
| 2006–20092.0 i-VTEC Type-S · 2.0 i-VTEC EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 189 g/km |
| 2006–20092.0 i-VTEC Type-S · 2.0 i-VTEC EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 200 g/km |
| 2006–20092.0 i-VTEC EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 204 g/km |
| 2006–20092.0 i-VTEC EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 213 g/km |
| 2006–20092.2 i-CTDi Sport · 2.2 i-CTDi EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.5–5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 145–155 g/km |
| 2006–20092.4 i-VTEC Type-S · 2.4 i-VTEC EX | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.0–9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 214–230 g/km |
| 2006–20092.4 i-VTEC EX | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 9.4–10.0 L/100 km NEDC | 223–237 g/km |
| 2006–20092.4 i-VTEC EX (ADAS) | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 9.2–9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 218–229 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 i-VTEC SE | 2.0 L | Petrol | – | 8.0–8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 189–209 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 i-VTEC Sport · 2.0 i-VTEC Sport | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 190 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 i-VTEC Sport · 2.0 i-VTEC Sport | 2.0 L | Petrol | – | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 200 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 i-VTEC Executive · 2.0 i-VTEC Executive | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 182 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 i-VTEC Executive · 2.0 i-VTEC Executive | 2.0 L | Petrol | – | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 i-VTEC SE · 2.0 i-VTEC Executive | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 i-VTEC Executive | 2.0 L | Petrol | – | 8.9 L/100 km NEDC | 211 g/km |
| 20042.2 i-CTDi Sport (2004YM) · 2.2 i-CTDi Executive (2004YM) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.4–5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 143–153 g/km |
| 2003–20042.4 i-VTEC Executive · 2.4 i-VTEC Executive | 2.4 L | Petrol | – | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 223 g/km |
| 2003–20042.4 i-VTEC Executive · 2.4 i-VTEC Executive | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 216 g/km |
| 2003–20042.4 i-VTEC Type-S · 2.4 i-VTEC Type-S | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 214 g/km |
| 2003–20042.4 i-VTEC Executive | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 232 g/km |
| 2003–20042.4 i-VTEC Type-S | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 230 g/km |
| 2003–20042.4 i-VTEC Executive | 2.4 L | Petrol | – | 10.0 L/100 km NEDC | 237 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.