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Stunning in Elegance and Efficiency
todd wagner, 03/30/2020
updated 10/01/2020
2020 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
54 of 57 people found this review helpful
After owning the 2020 hybrid Touring for 1,000 miles it is much better than I expected even after the test drive. It is eerily quiet in battery mode and if you work the system it can get amazingly good mpg. The response and dynamics are amazing compliant and smooth, the best of Honda. The only noise you hear are the muted road noise, which is only noticeable at high speeds or on rough roads, and the occasional engine rev under hard acceleration or going up a hill. But even then the engine is muffled and the rest of the time you can't hardly tell its on. When you get the battery half charged or more and have a flat or slight down incline, force it into EV mode and its quiet smooth sailing for awhile, and the mpg skyrockets. On the highway you can only get what your speed and road conditions allow, typically 40-48 mpg. But as impossible as it seems, if you drive very relaxed and work the regen brakes, and maximize the use of the battery, you can get anywhere from 45 to 60 mpg on short trips going 30-60 mph! The tech is considerable and still learning to seems to be very slick and more than you first expect. The safety systems are amazing. My '17 civic has some slight annoyances such as slight wind noise from side mirror, vibration in dash and vibration from subwoofer. But I have noticed NONE of these problems with this Accord. My dad has a MB E350 and it really rivals that, even quieter in some ways but noisier on rough road, however, this does feel like a $60k German car. And its actually very large. I'm 6'1" and can set the front seats where I want them and still have 3 inches in front of my knees in the back. I also happen to love the interior and exterior style. I honestly don't understand why everyone wouldn't want to own one. I am hopeful to get 10-15 years of luxury and low-cost usage, knowing this will probably take us well into the age of all electric vehicles.
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Too many issues
Honda_Anxiety, 05/06/2022
2020 Honda Accord Hybrid EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
I was excited when I received the car new 2 1/2 years ago, but that has come to an end with the endless recalls and other issues. Now I have anxiety every time I turn on the car what is wrong this time and do I have to pay for repairs. The recalls included new DC/DC module, new tank, software updates for safety functions like brakes, warranty extension for a pending issue with the A/C which I have now, yet another repair. This is the first car I had a rodent issue with, cable harnesses were chewed through, was reading it was because of plant based materials used in it. The dealer wanted $4,000 (yes) to repair it, fortunately I have comprehensive and had to pay only the deductible. However, the adjuster reduced the repair bill to $3000. So the Honda dealer was going to over charge me 33%, that's insane. This is why I have now anxiety every time I get into the car. I never had that many issues with any of my many other cars before. I think I am going to sell it and buy a different brand, so disappointed with Honda!
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How to Gauge Your MPG in an Accord Hybrid
Tom Hockman, 11/20/2020
updated 05/23/2024
2020 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
The Accord Hybrid is one of the best cars you can buy, in my opinion. In fact I love the car so much I've bought three of them over the past few years and still own two currently, one 2018 EX and a 2020 EX-L. The car is well appointed at the EX-L level with a high-end stereo, leather, memory seats, Homelink system. From my point of view, the Touring doesn't offer anything compelling over the EX-L that makes it worth $3000 more. Mileage The biggest controversy with Accord Hybrids is disputed mileage results for different drivers. The 2017 I owned for three years would average 53 in the summer and 45 mpg in the winter months. The 2017 was of slightly smaller dimensions that probably explains the better average mileage. The 2018 gets worse mileage at around 41-44 mpg while the 2020 is averaging 47 for the first 1000 miles. I am basing these on econ mode and results from the same driver (me). Different drivers tend to have very different driving habits and can affect mpg results widely. The fact that a 2018 and 2020 Accord Hybrid tend to have a swing of 5 mpg with the same driver is odd. They both have the same mechanics under the hood. No one in the online forums has been able to explain different mpg results from the stated 47 EPA average other than pointing to different drivers' habits that can affect mpg. Another major factor in mileage results is start/stop versus cruising mpg. If your drives tend to be short trips of 1-10 miles in a mostly urban environment with traffic stops you likely won't top 40 mpg. If you have 5-20 mile trips over roads with non-stop cruising between 35-60 mph with few stops, your mileage will top 45 or possibly 50 mpg. This car gets the best mpg at around 50 mph with few stops in temperate weather of 50-70 degrees. On the freeway, when you go between 60-80 your mileage will be 40-45 mpg tops due to the gas engine running continuously to generate enough power to keep at speed. During the winter, cold weather directly impacts mpg and the hybrid will get no better than 45 mpg and possibly less than 40 mpg. Hybrid engine noise Another common complaint is the engine grind when you accelerate from a stop to get up to speed quickly. While the grind is unpleasant, if you don't floor the engine it's not that noticeable. This car's drivetrain is very peppy and you likely will never need to floor it to reach desired speed in about 10 seconds. Technically the hybrid has 212 hp, but rarely are the conditions right for that much hp and torque to be available. I won't take time to explain it here, but many car reviews online can explain why the hybrid's 212 hp isn't like a gas engine only horsepower. You should go for the 2.0 liter engine on the Sport or Touring models if you need most power. Drive The drive of the Accord is fantastic. It feels very sporty and is a true "driver's car". I enjoy driving it every time I go out, even for short trips. The car hugs the road and feels very responsive for acceleration, turns, and braking. The brakes, however, are far from best in class. The brakes do regenerate the lithium battery during stops. The back seat is very roomy for a sedan. There is no USB connectivity in the 2020 model, so go for the 2021 if you have passengers in the back who need power charging for phones. Trunk The trunk is very spacious and there is no lost space due to the hybrid battery. the only sacrifice of the hybrid model is loss of a spare tire to reduce weight. Only a fix a flat kit is offered. Value While gas is under $3 a gallon you won't save a ton of money unless you drive 15,000 miles a year or more. I would still recommend it for the gas savings and longer driving range between fill-ups (500 miles on average). The EX-L is around 30-31K and seems like a great value for all the features and accessories included. If you don't need leather, a self-dimming mirror and Homelink features, the EX has all the essential features you're likely to want, like Apple Play/Android Auto and heated seats. Overall, this car is great and there are some very nice refresh features for 2021. The 2020, though, is still great without the cosmetic and feature updates. Highly recommended. Update: Traded in 2020 Accord in March 20243 for a 2023 Accord. Somewhat regretful at selling this car but I wanted to try the newest design. Love the 2023 design and have review of it on this site.
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Major upgrades from Honda
Chris, 05/31/2020
2020 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I gave up a 2013 Honda Accord EX-L Nav for this edition and have not been let down. I love the upgrades and improvements Honda has made over the last few years. From the Honda Sensing to safety features added I have really enjoyed the time driving and look forward to the miles on the road. Very smooth and comfortable ride. Would definitely recommend to anyone searching for a new car. I would suggest driving what you want first and then come to the Accord and feel the difference.
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Sporty, roomy, and very economical!
LFC1968, 03/18/2020
2020 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
35 of 39 people found this review helpful
Our new 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid. has vert sleek, modern, sporty looks. Plenty of room in both the front seats and back, plus a very large trunk. Reports suggest it gets nearly 50 MPG city and highway. That is awesome fuel economy, in my eyes. The Touring trim level has all the bells and whistles, including remote start, heads up display, lane keeping assistance, Apple/Android Car Play. Too many to name and many that I have not discovered yet. The Hybrid does emit a pleasant humming noise when in all electric mode. I have been told that this noise is to assist people who are blind to hear the car while it is otherwise quietly approaching them, for safety purposes. I was dead set against getting another silver colored car but the Lunar Silver has a bit darker and slightly bluer aspect to it than on most silver cars . I find it a much more pleasant and appealing shade of silver. I have only owned this car for about 10 days but absolutely love it, to this point. I plan on keeping it a long, long time.
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