Honda Accord VIII
The Honda Accord VIII (2008–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 98 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: CU, CW · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,670–4,750 mm RDW | 4,850–4,940 mm TC | 4,849–4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,760–1,850 mm RDW | 1,850 mm TC | 1,847–1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,440–1,500 mm RDW | 1,430–1,480 mm TC | 1,433–1,476 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680–2,710 mm RDW | 2,740–2,800 mm TC | 2,741–2,800 mm |
| Front track | 1,585–1,595 mm ASTRA | 1,580 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,590–1,600 mm ASTRA | 1,560–1,570 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,321–1,494 kg RDW | 1,468–1,621 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,421–1,594 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,920–2,085 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,500–1,600 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 340–425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,605–3,002 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 65 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 210–230 km/h RDW | – | 212–227 km/h |
| Torque | 192–380 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/45R18, 225/50R17, 205/60R16, 215/60R16
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2012: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 90.2% (87.7–92.2) | 86.4% | 693 |
| 9–12 years | 81.7% (80.9–82.5) | 77.9% | 9,163 |
| 13 years and older | 76.9% (76.1–77.6) | 69.2% | 12,083 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 30.8% | 31.1% |
| Brakes | 29.0% | 32.2% |
| Suspension | 27.9% | 34.7% |
| Lights and electrics | 24.7% | 23.5% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 8.6% | 10.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 5.7% | 13.5% |
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)
3,492 complaints for model years 2008–2012. 225 crashes · 31 fires · 238 injuries · 6 deaths
- Brakes 940
- Airbags 810
- Engine 504
- Electrical system 207
- Seats 166
- Transmission and drivetrain 163
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 98 versions of the Honda Accord VIII
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European Union 15 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2015 | 2.0 L | 115 kW (156 PS) | Petrol | 166–170 g/km | 22,806 |
| 2011–2015 | 2.2 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 143–148 g/km | 17,698 |
| 2011–2015 | 2.4 L | 148 kW (201 PS) | Petrol | 198–199 g/km | 2,979 |
| 2011–2015 | 2.2 L | 132 kW (179 PS) | Diesel | 148–152 g/km | 1,892 |
| 2015 | 1.3 L | – | Petrol | 104 g/km | 16 |
| 2015 | 2.2 L | – | Petrol | 150 g/km | 12 |
| 2013 | 2.2 L | – | Other fuel | 149 g/km | 846 |
| 2013 | 2.0 L | – | Other fuel | 165 g/km | 196 |
| 2010–2013 | – | – | Petrol | 171–179 g/km | 376 |
| 2011 | – | – | Diesel | 163 g/km | 16 |
| 2010 | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 158 g/km | 11,871 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 177 g/km | 9,640 |
| 2010 | 2.4 L | – | Petrol | 205 g/km | 7,424 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 174 g/km | 84 |
| 2010 | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 162 g/km | 46 |
United Kingdom 63 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20152.0 i-VTEC ES, ES GT | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9–7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 159–163 g/km |
| 20152.0 i-VTEC ES, ES GT | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 168 g/km |
| 2012–20152.0 i-VTEC EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 162 g/km |
| 20152.0 i-VTEC EX · 2.0 i-VTEC ES, ES GT | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 20152.2 i-DTEC ES, ES GT | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.3–5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 138–143 g/km |
| 20152.2 i-DTEC ES, ES GT | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.1–6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 159–164 g/km |
| 2012–20152.2 i-DTEC EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.4–5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 141–149 g/km |
| 2012–20152.2 i-DTEC EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.2–6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 162–167 g/km |
| 2012–20152.2 i-DTEC Type S | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.6–6.0 L/100 km NEDC | 147–157 g/km |
| 2012–20152.4 i-VTEC EX | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.4–9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 195–209 g/km |
| 2012–20152.4 i-VTEC EX | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.6–9.2 L/100 km NEDC | 199–213 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 i-VTEC ES | 2.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.9–7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 159–163 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 i-VTEC ES | 2.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 168 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 i-VTEC ES GT · 2.0 i-VTEC ES GT, EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 162 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 i-VTEC ES GT · 2.0 i-VTEC ES GT, EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 i-VTEC EX · 2.0 i-VTEC ES | 2.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 i-VTEC ES GT | 2.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 166 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 i-VTEC ES GT | 2.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 173 g/km |
| 2013–20142.2 i-DTEC ES | 2.2 L | Diesel | Manual | 5.3–5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 138–143 g/km |
| 2013–20142.2 i-DTEC ES | 2.2 L | Diesel | Automatic | 6.1–6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 159–164 g/km |
| 2013–20142.2 i-DTEC ES GT · 2.2 i-DTEC ES GT, EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | Manual | 5.3–5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 141–146 g/km |
| 2013–20142.2 i-DTEC ES GT · 2.2 i-DTEC ES GT, EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | Automatic | 6.1–6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 162–167 g/km |
| 2013–20142.2 i-DTEC EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | Manual | 5.4–5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 141–146 g/km |
| 2013–20142.2 i-DTEC EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | Automatic | 6.2–6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 162–167 g/km |
| 2013–20142.2 i-DTEC Type S | 2.2 L | Diesel | Manual | 5.6–5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 147–150 g/km |
| 2013–20142.4 i-VTEC EX | 2.4 L | Petrol | Automatic | 8.4–8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 195–199 g/km |
| 2013–20142.4 i-VTEC EX | 2.4 L | Petrol | Manual | 8.6–8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 199–201 g/km |
| 20132.0 i-VTEC EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 162 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9–7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 159–171 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.3–7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 168–181 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES GT EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 172 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES GT EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 180 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES GT · 2.0 i-VTEC ES GT EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 162 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES GT · 2.0 i-VTEC ES GT EX | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC EX · 2.0 i-VTEC ES | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES GT | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.0–7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 166–175 g/km |
| 20122.0 i-VTEC ES GT | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.3–8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 173–185 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.3–5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 138–153 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES ES GT EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES GT | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.1–6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 159–173 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES GT · 2.2 i-DTEC ES GT EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.3–5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 141–146 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES GT · 2.2 i-DTEC ES GT EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.1–6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 162–167 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES GT EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 154 g/km |
| 20122.2 i-DTEC ES GT EX | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 174 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES Saloon | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.2 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES Tourer | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 173 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES GT Saloon · 2.0 i-VTEC EX Saloon | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 174 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES GT Tourer | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES Saloon | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 178 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES GT Saloon · 2.0 i-VTEC EX Saloon | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 182 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES Tourer | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 183 g/km |
| 20102.0 i-VTEC ES GT Tourer | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 187 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC ES Saloon · 2.2 i-DTEC ES GT Saloon · 2.2 i-DTEC EX Saloon | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC Type S Saloon | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 154 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC ES Tourer | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 173 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC ES GT Tourer · 2.2 i-DTEC EX Tourer | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 174 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC ES Saloon | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 148 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC ES GT Saloon · 2.2 i-DTEC EX Saloon | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC ES Tourer | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 155 g/km |
| 20102.2 i-DTEC ES GT Tourer · 2.2 i-DTEC EX Tourer | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 157 g/km |
| 20102.4 i-VTEC EX Saloon | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 202 g/km |
| 20102.4 i-VTEC EX Saloon | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 209 g/km |
France 20 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC S & Elégance plus (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 138 g/km |
| 2014–2015ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury AT (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 162 g/km |
| 2014–2015ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 141 g/km |
| 2014–2015ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury AT (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 167 g/km |
| 2014–2015ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC 150 S & Elegance Plus (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 143 g/km |
| 2014–2015ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 146 g/km |
| 2014ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC S AT (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 159 g/km |
| 2014ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC S AT (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC S & Elgance plus (150ch) · ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC S & Elégance plus (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 138 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC Innova AT (150ch) · ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury AT (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 162 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACOORD 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury (150ch) · ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 141 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC S AT | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 159 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC S AT Elgance Plus AT(150ch) · ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC S AT Elégance Plus AT(150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury AT (150ch) · ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury Innova AT (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 167 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC 150 S & Elegance Plus (150ch) · ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC Luxury (150ch) | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 143 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC S (180ch) · ACCORD 2.2 i-DTEC Type-S Navi (180ch) | – | 132 kW (179 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 147 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC S (180ch) | – | 132 kW (179 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD TOURER 2.2 i-DTEC Type-S Navi (180ch) | – | 132 kW (179 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD TOURER 2.4i-VTEC S AT / Luxury AT · ACCORD TOURER 2.4i-VTEC S AT/Luxury AT | – | 148 kW (201 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
| 2012–2013ACCORD 2.4 i-VTEC S AT / Luxury AT · ACCORD 2.4 i-VTEC S AT/Luxury AT | – | 148 kW (201 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 195 g/km |
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