Honda Accord (8th generation)
A refined, sharp-handling executive saloon with Honda's first all-aluminium diesel engine.
- Power
- 150 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.1 s
- Top speed
- 132 mph
- Est. value
- $4k–$7k
About the Honda Accord
The eighth-generation Honda Accord for the European market was designed to challenge premium German rivals with a focus on build quality and sophisticated chassis dynamics. The 2.2-litre i-DTEC engine was a significant evolution of Honda's diesel technology, featuring a piezo-injection system to reduce emissions and improve refinement. In EX trim, the Accord offered a high level of standard equipment including leather upholstery and advanced safety systems like Lane Keep Assist. While it lacked the badge prestige of BMW or Audi, it earned a reputation for reliability and a more engaging driving experience than many of its contemporary peers.
Honda Accord specs
The Honda Accord produces 150 bhp (112 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.1 seconds and has a top speed of 132 mph (212 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Accord |
| Generation | 8th generation (8th generation) |
| Trim | 2.2 i-DTEC EX |
| Years | 2008–2015 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.2-litre turbocharged I4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,199 cc (2.2 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 150 bhp (112 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.1 s |
| Top speed | 132 mph (212 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,540 kg (3,395 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 97 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Honda Accord worth?
A typical Honda Accord is estimated to be worth $3,800 – $6,500 (about £2,800 – £4,800).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
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.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Honda Accord fun facts
- The 2.2 i-DTEC engine was one of the first diesel engines to meet Euro 5 emissions standards without needing a particulate trap in some configurations.
- In North America, this specific European-market Accord body style was sold as the second-generation Acura TSX.
- The 8th-gen Accord featured a 'motion adaptive' electric power steering system that worked with the stability control to help the driver steer into a skid.