I prefer standard transmissions, my every car ive bought has has a manual transmission except for two which i couldnt pass up the deals on them. The cvt makes it even a little more odd, as honda is really just manipulating the infinite drive ratio of the cvt by the computer simulating shift points. Continuously variable transmission cvt steering wheel electronic control unit steering warning light tl the contact owns a 20 honda accord. The exl trim is the only one that comes standard with a cvt and the top two trims come with a sixspeed transmission that comes with a sport mode. None of the features we describe are intended to replace the drivers responsibility to exercise due care while driving. Owners manual 2016 honda accord sedan honda owners site. It is what he uses to win races in his race cars with floor mounted shifters such as the. The 2019 honda accord is available in lx, ex, sport, exl and touring trim levels. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2016 honda accord 4dr i4 cvt sport w honda sensing at u. Traded it in a few months ago for a 17 acura tlx equipped with an 8speed dual clutch transmission. Automatic vs manual transmission cvt vs 6speed on 10th gen honda civic. There is no reason why the civic cant do the same thing. A week in the seat of 2016 honda accord sport photos.
Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2014 honda accord and 2015 honda accord. To see how frequently 2016 honda accord problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Used honda accord with manual transmission for sale cargurus. In fact, noise is a primary complaint with the cvt because it revs high and hold the high revs during any kind of acceleration this is common cvt. Mar 31, 2016 2016 honda accord sport accord and mazda6 claim near identical torque and horsepower in the 2. The owners manual explains the various features and functions of your honda, offers operation tips and suggestions for vehicle care and maintenance, provides specific details on safety systems, and. Honda accord for sale honda dealership near saugus, ma. My daughters 2015 accord sport cvt with just over 90k miles and transmission failed. To allow the driver to alter the operation of the cvt, the consolemounted gear selector includes an s or sport mode that provides a sport shift schedule that delays upshifting for more available power, and provides greater engine braking. Jul 24, 2015 honda has introduced the updated 2016 accord at an event held in silicon valley, california. Yes, the accord sport with the manual still drives as sweetly as it ever has and everything hereon.
Honda accord sedan model comparison exterior features description aluminum hood. Full disclosurei recently acquired a cpo 2015 vw gti having said that, ive had several honda acura products in the past and did consider an accord, or even the 2016 civic which by all accounts is a great car and possibly the best civic ever. This 2016 honda accord sport is in great condition, is equipped with great. They drive smooth and maintenance is very affordable. The sport and touring trims reduce fuel economy to 26 mpg combined, as does the sports optional 6speed manual transmission. Here well explore the differences between the 2016 honda fit vs. If you are afraid of hondas cvt, dont look up complaints about nissans version seriously, though, if you want an accord sport and arent interested in the wonderful manual transmission thats available, then the cvt should serve you well. The worst complaints are shifting roughly, noisy transmission, and poor throttle response. Jun 12, 2017 not a big fan of cvt s but ill say that honda makes the best cvt of any manufacturer.
This means the engine is always operating at its peak efficiency. The 2016 honda accord has problems reported for shifting roughly. Honda accord standard transmission 2016, manual type a white shift knob by buddy club. Used honda accord with manual transmission for sale. If i had to choose a car with a cvt id go with toyota.
The owners manual explains the various features and functions of your honda, offers operation tips and suggestions for vehicle care and maintenance, provides specific details on safety systems, and includes comprehensive technical specifications. Vehicle specifications 2016 honda accord sedan honda. Ive readresearched that the castrol cannot be used for a cvt transmission. So, whereas in an automatic transmission, the valve body and the computer for newer autos obviously not including dual clutch trannies were responsible for those shift points, in the. Sep 11, 2016 full disclosurei recently acquired a cpo 2015 vw gti having said that, ive had several hondaacura products in the past and did consider an accord, or even the 2016 civic which by all accounts is a great car and possibly the best civic ever. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2015 honda accord and 2016 honda accord. They have become more and more comfortable and the features have been keeping up with the times. Dec 18, 2018 fuel economy is 23 mpg city34 mpg highway27 mpg combined in the exl trim. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. I do know that with a cvt transmission, there are no gears, so how does s vs d work in that respect.
Drivers should not use handheld devices or operate certain vehicle features unless it is safe and legal to do so. Differences between the 2016 honda accord sedan and coupe. With some researching, it seems that the cvt could have been in 20022005 models for the honda accord. Automatic vs manual transmission cvt vs 6speed on 10th. Putting an automatic gear box on a honda is a crime. I have looked at new vehicles and am torn between a 2016 camry le and a 2016 accord lx. My current stumbling block on my decision is my attempt to figure out which will last me the longest. Honda accord continuously variable transmission cvt. I didnt find any transmission shops that have rebuilt this model or that could get parts for them. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. With impressive specs like these, youll have the efficiency to keep up. A cvt draws top engine power from a small engine, which gives drivers quicker acceleration than standard automatic transmissions. Honda accord questions cvt transmission reliability. A mainstay midsize sedan since the days when there were far fewer competitors, this ninthgeneration honda accord was launched as a 2008 model to compete with a racy ford fusion, a stylish.
The 2016 honda accord sport offers one of the best priceperformance compromises in the business. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. The 2016 accord exl coupe v6 6 mt hondas might be an unsung performance car but honda has not been a performance maker when it came to customer satisfaction. May 29, 2017 the new 2017 honda civic is an impressive car, and you need to decide whether to get the automatic cvt transmission, or the 6 speed manual transmission. In this application, the transmission s final gear ratio is 4. A sixspeed manual transmission is standard on the accord sport, as it is on the lx and ex. Dec 02, 2014 202015 honda accord sport 060mph 6spd vs cvt traction control off for 6spd and didnt engage on cvt in sport. The 2016 honda accord sport rolls out with a performancetuned 2. Shifting duties in our 2016 accord sport with honda sensing is performed by perhaps the tamest cvt constant variable transmission in the honda fleet. All this hesitation and shuttering could be the beginning of a bigger problem i just had to replace my transmission on a 20 honda accord lx 4 cly cvt. The camry has a 6 speed manual transmission and the accord has a cvt. Also, is there anything mechanically that is working differently with the transmission. The 2016 accord is here, and soon you will be, too. Aug 24, 2015 the cvt isnt everyones cup of tea, but advancements on the technology are always being made and honda s already promised a more sport oriented cvt for the new civic.
Srange control to allow the driver to alter the operation of the cvt, the consolemounted gear selector includes an s or sport mode that provides a sport shift schedule that delays upshifting for. Get detailed information on the 2016 honda accord sport cvt including features, fuel economy, pricing, engine, transmission, and more. Overview the honda accord offers surprisingly nimble handling and sprightly performance. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Honda dealer tells me that the transmission is bad and must be replaced. Its an in house unit unlike that of nissan who uses jatco. Building on the foundations established by the 20 model, the more sophisticated, sportier, yet highly fuel efficient 2016 accord features a further refined design, a more rigid body and upgraded chassis, and upsized wheels and tires on select models. Honda is perfect on the cvt engine, handling of turns, and even has a spacious interior.
The accord sport needs a serious trip abodometer calibration with the low profile 19s vs the 16s and 17s on the lxex which in the past have been just 2. For 2016, the accord gets minor styling revisions and additional safety features. Cvt model sport cvt model ex exl v6 exl touring cvt continuously variable transmission driverassist technology description lane keeping assist system lkas20 hs. The fusion is great to drive, too, and theres a wide variety of trim levels, option packages and powertrains. As hinted by the choice of venue, the refreshed ninthgen model is billed as the most techsavvy accord. In addition to plenty of safety, when you get behind a new honda accord for sale at honda north, youll also have plenty of power under the hood to keep you moving thanks to its 1.
A key benefit of the cvt is its ability to change its gear ratio continuously as the engine speed changes. It is rated at 189 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 182 lbft of torque at 3,900 rpm you might notice these numbers are up very slightly from the regular fourcylinder accord thanks to the dualexhaust the sport model gets. With the discontinuation of smaller european and japanese market accord in 2015, the larger north american accord became the only version in production, with the hybrid version taking over as the. Used 2015 honda accord sport manual transmission for sale 2.
Honda accord sedan specifications honda automobiles. Ratio continuously variable transmission cvt with sport mode. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2016 honda accord sedan 4d sport i4. Im going to disagree with daniel with regard to the 5speed being noisier. From a press release on honda s website, specifically about the civic. For 2016, the honda accord comes in many different trims level, starting out with the lx, sport, ex, ex. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning light illuminated. The 2016 accord exl coupe v6 6 mt honda s might be an unsung performance car but honda has not been a performance maker when it came to customer satisfaction. Not a big fan of cvt s but ill say that honda makes the best cvt of any manufacturer. Honda hasnt changed its engine choices, so theres either a 2. Besides, you said it yourself, the accord with cvt is quick and smooth and pulls well. The only thing i would like is for the body to be more sturdy or at least feel more powerful. The 2016 accord marks a further advancement of the 9thgeneration accord lineup.