Honda Accord (7th generation)
The sharp-handling executive saloon that brought premium Japanese engineering to the European mainstream.
- Power
- 155 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.5 s
- Top speed
- 135 mph
About the Honda Accord
The seventh-generation Honda Accord (CL7) was a significant departure for the model in Europe, designed with a sharper, more aggressive aesthetic to compete directly with premium German rivals. It featured a sophisticated double-wishbone suspension setup at both ends, providing a level of handling precision and ride quality that often surpassed the contemporary BMW 3 Series. The 2.0-litre K20 engine utilised Honda's i-VTEC technology to balance low-end tractability with a high-revving character, though it lacked the outright punch of the larger 2.4-litre variant. Renowned for its exceptional build quality and ergonomic interior, this generation remains a highly regarded used choice for its mechanical longevity and driver engagement.
Honda Accord specs
The Honda Accord produces 155 bhp (116 kW) and 190 Nm (140 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.5 seconds and has a top speed of 135 mph (217 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Accord |
| Generation | 7th generation (7th generation) |
| Trim | 2.0 i-VTEC |
| Years | 2002–2008 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.0-litre i-VTEC inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,998 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 155 bhp (116 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 190 Nm (140 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s |
| Top speed | 135 mph (217 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,320 kg (2,910 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 117 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Honda Accord rarity in CarSpot
The Honda Accord is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
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Honda Accord fun facts
- The European seventh-gen Accord was sold in North America as the Acura TSX, where it was positioned as a premium sports sedan.
- This generation was the first Accord to offer a diesel engine, the N22A i-CTDi, which was Honda's first internally developed diesel powerplant.
- The famous 'Cog' television advertisement, featuring a Rube Goldberg machine made of Accord parts, was created to launch this generation in 2003.