Honda Accord 2.0T Sport - 2 Year POV Owner Review and Test Drive (3D Audio) 

Great review. It’s going to be a legendary accord given that they killed the 2.0T in the 11th gen accord.

I’ve had my Touring 2.0T for three years and it’s the best overall car I’ve ever owned.

I used to sell these when they first came out in 2018. Now I am finally getting one. A 2020 2.0 Sport. I am so excited to get this car delivered in the next week or so.

Just bought a 2020 2.0t Touring with 15k on it. Never letting this one go. Absolutely special car.

I just got a 2018 touring 2.0 with 51k miles! my first newer car and Honda! Happy to know that the non smooth transmission isn’t an issue to be concerned exactly, but a common thing for the car!! Great video other wise

also an 2.0 owners and your analysis is spot on. i heard from hondamobilemechanic on youtube that the 10spd needs more fluid changes. the transmission and radio used to bug the heck out of me, nowadays im used to it 30k miles. overall best highway cruiser ive ever owned i do need new tiers though.... might do thickers sidewall. thanks for your review.

I put a deposit on a 22 2.0T sport in sonic grey last week, trading in my 19 VW Jetta I’m so excited to get it

I just bought a 2018 2.0t sport 10AT,fantastic car.Went from an acura tl 2012 3.5 to this,def much better all around especially at the pump.

cant wait to get the 2019 2.0 sport

Being I traded in my 1.5 for the 2.0t touring, you will never hear me say “get the 1.5 CVT” because of the jerky transmission. The powertrain is wasaaay worth it compared to the sometimes jerky shifts in the city. Even with the 17% decrease in gas mileage on the highway. Now if you only do city driving, this car may not be for you. Gas mileage is horrible in the city unless you absolutely baby the thing and leave plenty of room to time every traffic light perfectly. At that rate, get the 1.5

Great car.. the color is beautiful and great video

Great review! I also have a 2019 2.0T Sport. I have 28K miles and still a fun drive to work. My Accord is actually a unicorn with two horns. 2.0T engine and manual transmission. I don't have a Sports Mode, but I do have an Eco mode in which, if actually used, I'd probably get better gas mileage. Before gas prices skyrocketed, I only used premium gas. Now that I sometimes have to use Mid grade, I can at times feel a small amount of vibration during idle. The backseat comfortably seats a Great Dane. So definitely roomy back there. I did have to get a new battery on my last service, but the Honda svc dealer probably got over on me 😂 It's funny how yours came with Michelin tires, which you hated. I thought Michelin was superior. Mines came with Goodyear and man are they ROUGH!! Android Auto is a hit or miss at times and extremely frustrating trying to connect. I also changed out some speakers and added a small box for bass and an amp because the stock sound system is absolute garbage. Outside noise now isn't an issue. My biggest gripe is that the Sports model doesn't also come with side mirrors with the signal lights like the Touring and EX models. I can understand the 1.5 not having them, but come on. There should have been more perks on the 2.0 besides a faster engine and sunroof. I actually test drove a 1.5 manual first. It wasn't slow at all. So I can understand why the 2.0T was discontinued. There are not enough extra perks to justify the sale. My dealer advised me never to sell/trade in my car. I never plan to!I will be that 80 y/o Granny still driving a manual transmission in the future. 😁 Edit: I also have K&N engine and cabin filters installed. Idk about performance, but saves me money when I get my car serviced.

I have my 2022 Accord sport 2.0T for like a year and a half now and I loved it. I also have the Michelin that came from factory as well and thinking to upgrade them. Definitely keeping my car for years to come and my first car was a 2019 Civic Hatch EX 😊

I just ordered a honda accord sport 2.0T cant wait when it will come april or may HAHA LOVE THE review javaa!!

No nonsense reviews. Love it! People, if you know what you like in a car the most ..and if that is driving fun, buy this. If you wanna save couple of bucks on gas, buy a Prius ..

I have a 2021 2T Accord. Mine shifts very nice, indeed. My car is quiet enough for me. The original tires are not for rain or snow/ice. My driver's seat is not comfortable at all. Color matches on outside of car not done well. I get great gas mileage. Over 40 mpg at speeds for me. The biggest drawback is driving fast/aggresively. That eats the gas. Normal driving for me is about 32 mpg average. Controls for car functions can be quite frustrating. There is no automatic stop function button on this car. Sport button really works. Front brakes are noisy and squeak. Dealer says they don't warranty brakes. I say that is the last new car I buy from them. My car is 1-1/2 years old and is worth more than I paid for it new. I am picky. This is the best car I have ever owned. I have had 24 new vehicles in my lifetime.

Paul, you’ve got some nice country roads to drive in. I live in Illinois with much traffic and crummy roads. I’ve got a 2018 EXL , 2.0 with 34,000 miles on it. Like you, I wouldn’t trade it in. Personally think ride and handling is very good. I’ve got the 17” wheels with Michelin Defender T + H tires. Road noise is tolerable but as you said, the original tires sucked ( mine came with Micheline Green x tires, hard rubber compound supposedly for better gas mileage but lousy traction and noisy). Gas mileage isn’t bad, regularly hit 30 mpg overall on trips over 1,000 miles. I’m old and can remember driving my old Ford and thought 20 mpg was good on a trip. I think the hp on that car was about 130, maybe less (small V8 with a ton of pollution crap). Thanks for your nice review and be safe.

Fantastic video, very aesthetically pleasing. Mind mentioning the equipment you use for recording and audio?

I have a 2022 sport se and it’s amazing

I like my Michelin's. No problem in the dry. I live in Phoenix so wet isn't an issue. the Michelin's are so sooth on the Freeway and takes the bumps well.

I have a 2019 1.5 sport and it does indeed run better on midgrade and above

The grid layout streets in the Midwest. Straight roads😮

I have a 2022 sport 2.0. I love it the only thing that sucks about the car is the audio

I have a '20 Accord Touring 2.0T that I absolutely love. I've been a Honda/Acura fan/owner for the last 37 years. Was planning to replace my '20 with a new '23 but then found out that Honda abandoned the performance variant in the Accord and in the '23 the top engine option is a 204hp hybrid. No thanks. Very disappointed with the new model for dropping the 2.0T. The engine is a gem and I still can't believe Honda isn't using it. But my '20 is a sheer delight to drive. Most of my driving is highway and I've averaged over 31 mpg since I bought it. If I were to drive strictly in town, it would indeed come down significantly. I have no gripes with the 10 speed transmission. Mine shifts smoothly. My only complaints are the lackluster sound system and the small gas tank. But I rarely think about those 2 things simply because driving this car is so much fun.

Great review! You mentioned the driver seat being comfy. Is this the same for short and long durations?

9:20 It's not just that car, pretty much all 4 cyl turbo engines WILL run better on higher octane. The "87 recommended" etc is a bare min for regulations and most buyers will shy away from any "commuter" car that requires higher octane to function. Problem is these small displacement turbos need the higher octane. If you look at a live ECU map with 87 octane, there is a ton of red and some orange blocks where the ECU is constantly leaning out and pulling timing to avoid knock. 89 is orange with some yellow blocks, 91 is yellow and some green blocks and 93 octane is pretty much solid green across the board. From what Ive seen this is true across almost all brands Ive seen live ECU maps on 1.3-2.5L Turbo engines. Unless its specifically tuned for the higher octane, or have a different mapping for it (like Mazdas Skyactiv Turbo for instance), you wont gain any power per say, but it definitely helps the engine perform as it's designed to and a more enjoyable experience. If you filling up from 1/4 tank or higher the hit at the pump getting 93 isn't that much. $6-7 bucks more to fill it up vs 87. For a car anyway.

All Honda and Acura vehicles upshift and down shift firmly! That is what you want! Smooth shifts are accomplished by more slipping of the clutch discs which increases wear.. my 2008 Civic is a firm shifter..

Great review, I hear a lot of road noise

Yea true I’ve heard the 1.5t had some issues though not sure how accurate that is..the hybrid looks appealing to but the battery replacement cost is what worries me can’t seem to get a answer on how much they cost to replace

I have the 19 sport 2.0 MT and the car is great for 30k, but it’s slow, and loud. Hard to take a call because the cabin noise is so loud. Probably won’t get another. I opted for accord over TLX at the time because at 6’4 I fit much better. Super comfortable 4 seater though, and at 30k with regular gas, I really can’t complain.

2.0T gang 🫡

A lot of cars run better on Mid/Premium gas. I did it in my Acura and like you said, its night and day difference in power/performance or running smoother as you stated.

Ive had this same accord for 3 years now man is it bullet proof, and surprisingly quick and I traded a Q50 redsport for it, so my butt dyno approves, it's been super reliable just oil changes and soon new tires at 60k miles

Mix the gas between mid grade and regular and you’ll get the same results as running only mid grade. To make it a little cheaper on a day to day basis.

who to look for when buying this as a used car ? thank you

The 2023 Accord hybrid isn't as fast, but it rides smoothly, giving you the feeling like you're gliding. Stability and suspension are a plus, and the technology is superior compared to its younger sibling. The exterior design could be debatable, depending on your taste.

My 19 Accord's 10 speed is pretty rough too. I can hear how it shifts in the video in the driving impressions, it's the same as my car. I thought something was wrong with it at first, but it seems to be normal for some 10 speed accords. Maybe it's only 2018 and early 2019 accords that do this? And I 100% agree about higher octane fuel. It does seem to run better on midgrade or higher. I was never able to put my finger on why it felt better, it just feels smoother. The engine just feels less tinny/grindy on premium. Glad to see that I'm not alone.

just bought 2019 honda accord 2.0t Touring 35k miles and man I love this car I hope it will last me long time Daily it back and fourth to work 1hr there and back.

No need for higher octane. There have some other dyno comparisons and there is only a small gain in power. In my driving I haven’t noticed any different in power or MPG between 87 and 91. Also higher octane could contribute to some carbon build up even thought this motor shouldn’t have much.

Has anyone noticed a lag/shaking on really low speeds from the transmission like in slow traffic on the highway

Planning on buying thesame model...but with the car very low to the ground, do you ever have issues driving on rough surfaces, how about dealing with speed ramps and the bumper?....would u still recommend it ?

Do all stock accords come with those tires u had before I think I got the same and I kinda slip in rain or when I stepped on it I felt like I was slipping instead of speeding up

Had a 2018 manual. Now i have a tucson. I regret that decision. And i cant get an accord manual now. Im sad

Could you please do a video on how to change engine oil and do our own maintenance?

What difference between accord touring and sport

Vroom vroom!

I bought mine in January and discovered the 2.0t is now extinct. Glad I got mine when I did! I hated the speakers and dropped $1,000 to upgrade mine. Now it's sweeeeeeettt and I hear every high and every midrange and all the low tones too. Next is the tires. Theses are ands down the worst Michelin's ever.

Yep i felt that jerky transmission too . Like there are some times when we want smooth drive , i love this accord but it has some jerk in low end so the power delivery is not smooth .

How are the Goodyear comfort drive tires is it good in the rain and decent in the snow?

Is it good on gas

Could you please do a video on how to do oil changes.

How did this end up handling in the winter with the new tires?

What are the names of the tires your currently have on? I couldn’t catch the name

Im thinking about getting this or a Elantra n what’s your take on it

I had a 23 Accord ordered to replace my 18 Honda Accord 2.0 turbo and love it...HOWEVER Honda had a brain fart and got rid of the beautiful working 2.0 turbo for 23...SO good bye me when I replace my 18 Accord it'll now be another brand no doubt a Camry V6...big mistake Honda!!!...I think you should have your transmission checked in that Accord mine runs flawless and shifts are also flawlessly smooth and I've got 180.000kms on the car.

So I’m saving to buy my first new car at first I was leaning to the Toyota Camry something v6 then people recommended me the Honda 2022 2.0t sport I want a reliable car that’s kinda fast/good 2 travel/save a little gas? Right now I drive a 2003 Toyota Corolla sport

It’s sad that the 2.0 only made up 10% of Honda sales that’s why it was discontinued the 1.5 has a shifter a lot of people like the cvt cause it’s way better on gas

I’m coming from a Acura tl 09, do you think I’ll like it

Does it have a digital speedometer? If so does it display in mph?

Cabin noise levels in Honda is higher than most cars. You don't need to go luxury to get a quieter cabin. This is the primary reason I will never buy a Honda again. Secondary reason is they are not built to the standards that used to distinguish Honda from other main stream cars. This is compared to early to mid 80s. Back then, one of the first impressions you would get from getting into a Honda was, "how can they build such a high quality vehicle in this price range"? Not anymore.

Thoughts on a 2021 Accord Sport 2.0T at $20k with 40k miles on it?

Debating between the 2.0 sport and the 2.0 touring…the 2.0 better than the 1.5?

Road noise has always been a problem with the Accord. I've owned five V6 Accords. The V6 at full throttle makes a wondrous noise The four cylinders, not so much.

Does anyone know what brand dash cam he has?

2 things about my "21 Accord 2.0T Sport: - The 10 Speed transmission is at least 2-3 too any gears. - Honda still doesn't let the driver know which tire has pressure issues - Do I have to have guess which of the 4 are low on air? Other than that, it's a fantastic, fun car to drive. Too bad Honda eliminated to 2.0T and went to the CVT transmission. Because of that, my next car will NOT be a Honda.

The 19-inch wheels looked really good on the 10th Gen. The 2023 accord is wider. Therefore, Honda should have fitted the 11th Gen. with a size 20.

How is it on the snow?

You are so right about road noise, absolutely horrid. Honest report on a peppy noisy uncomfortable car.

No mames way ...the best car ever ...don't know what you talk about I love my car in fact I have same color 2021 2.0 turbo ...the best car ever

Wait so if I put in 89-90 grade fuel I wont mess up my fuel pump on my 21 2.0T? This whole time i have been putting 87

think it can make it to 300k or so?

I would have bought if only they put bigger fuel tank. 14 gallons is not going to give me minimum 300 miles fuel range

Too bad it’s not awd. Anyone have feedback on snow ?

What kind of mpg?

Yeah, they definitely downgraded the new accord. I think it was elevate the TLX. From everything I heard, the TLX is better then the Accord in most ways, but still sucks to be a TLX owner getting your doors blown off by an Accord 😆

yes the road noise sucks in this car i am looking for a es 350 , car ride comfortably i prefer the es 350 its like ur sitting on a cloud and quiet .

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My 2019 Touring 2.0T has no shift problems whatsoever. If you floor it a low speed it’s a little slow to downshift but nothing harsh or clunky. Also, that’s in normal or economy mode in sport it shifts quite quick and holds lower gears longer. My biggest complaint is keeping the wheels off curbs. There is no tire protection for the rims . The performance is crazy good. I always fill mine with premium and I can definitely tell it makes more power on 93 octane. It has been researched by several owners and they have dyno proof of + 20 hp and torque which is the same as you would get with a header and low restriction exhaust. Mine also always beats it EPA estimate on fuel mileage. It is horribly loud inside and the Michelin work great in SC . I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee for the snow and ice when and if we see any in my zip code. Michelin’s always balance run quieter than any other brand and if there is a problem they stand behind it. Try getting Goodyear or Bridgestone to make good on a bad tire. Ha! I absolutely love mine and usually trade quite often and had planned on trading this for another Mustang GT Convertible that it replaced but since Ford has decided they are BMW and put whatever price they want on a vehicle and stupid people keep on buying them and paying insane prices. A Ford Mustang GT is not a 60K automobile. A Ford F-150 is NOT a $70K truck. Which, by the way, is the average transaction price on a Ford F-150 currently per Edmunds Automotive. For 70K you could have this Honda in touring trim and a CR-V in touring trim. In 10 years you would still have 2 very good vehicles. You would be on your 3rd or 4th truck due to all the mechanical problems plaguing domestic vehicles and God knows what price you would have to pay in 5 to 10 yrs from now. That’s another feather in Honda’s hat. The totally redesigned 23 Touring is about 2-3k more expensive than the 10th generation. A 2023 Mustang GT convertible is $55-60k and it is exactly the same car as the 2015 that I bought new in 2015 and payed $44K . It stickered for $45K and is the exact same car that costs $55-60k now. Oh, I am sorry, it does have 15 more horsepower and a slightly different hood. I can put premium in my Honda and get 20-25 hp. Mustangs factory rating are using premium fuel even though it will run on 87. It won’t have 450 hp on regular. I have had at least 50 new cars and 4 of them were Honda Accords and I have had 6 or 7 MB’s including a SL500, a S320, E320, E430 AMG Sport Pkg, CLK430 Cabriolet AMG Sport Pkg., C280 Sport. 15:19 15:19 15:19 3 BMW’s, 2 300ZX Twin Turbo’s, 350Z Roadster, Hemi Challenger, a Porsche 911, and by far the Honda’s were the most reliable and least problematic of all. With the exception of the E430 and E320 the Benz’s were by far the most problematic. Think 70’s GM problematic. The BMW’s were only marginally better. The Nissan 300ZTT were great except for the tiny weak clutch and the weak front brake rotors. The clutch and fronts brakes were horrifically undersized for the performance level of that vehicle. Mercedes has the best brakes period. And nothing has the high speed stability of a big Benz. At 150 + mph an S class Benz feels like it’s a slot car. 150+ in a Lexus or Infinity feels like it is on it’s tippy toes. Not so stable and confidence inspiring. Even the mighty 911, which is a wonderful high speed automobile, is not as stable as the Benz. An S-Class Benz can be a lot like the old joke about Jaguars. If you buy a Jag, buy 2 so you’ll have one to drive while the other is in the shop. Or better yet, buy a Honda Accord as the backup. Honda Accords were the service loaner cars at Atlanta Classic Cars which was the MB dealership in Decatur, GA. (Atlanta area)

Is it good on gas