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2003 Honda Accord consumer reviews

$15,800–$16,600 MSRP range
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(164 reviews)
87% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.3
  • Reliability 4.5
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Not a great experience

My second Honda Accord. Lots of quality control problems. My glove box stopped opening. Had to replace whole thing. A/c had several problems. Ignition went out, and other minor problems but certainly not the quality I expected from Honda.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
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Overrated mass market success

There's plenty of room for a sedan of it's class, no complaints there, but everyone raves about Hondas and Toyotas and being cheap and reliable when they are anything but. Some of the most expensive cars to get tuned up and get routine maintenance on. Also and ugly car on the interior and exterior.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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extraordinary, reliable car

This was by far the greatest first car I ever had. My Honda was amazing and felt so much like home to myself and friends. I wouldn't trade my Honda for anything. But an upgrade is needed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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BEST USED CAR ON THE ROAD

I have owned four 7th generation Honda Accords ranging from 2003-2005. This car is absolutely amazing as I have had one exceeding 250k miles with only regular maintenance. The gas mileage is pretty good with the 4-cylinder engine. I would recommend the Honda Accord for a first car or maybe cheap transportation. I would stay away from the 6-cylinder automatic Accords from this generation as they have complete transmission failure. Overall, this generation Honda Accord is my all time favorite. Good luck on your next purchase!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My favorite car!

This has been a great car. Had very few problems and all the maintenance is easy and inexpensive. I've owned this car for 7 years put about 100,000 miles on it and it still runs like new!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My favorite car!

This has been a great car. Had very few problems and all the maintenance is easy and inexpensive. I've owned this car for 7 years put about 100,000 miles on it and it still runs like new!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable and zippy!

Great, economical, reliable and responsive. Never had any trouble with it. Doesn't fit my back well but everyone it does. Looks great.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my Honda!!!

My Honda meets all my needs. I have the coupe. The style is perfect for me. Hope to have this car for the rest of my life.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Starter Car

This car is fun to drive and exceeds any expectations for a 14 year old 160k mile car. I have had quite a few problems with the car, but I believe most of these to have been caused by the poor care of its previous owner. Even with such poor care, the engine still works great. My main issue is rust, but if the vehicle had been regularly undercoated, I'm sure that could have been avoided.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Glad I bought this car

Very reliable, I have owned it for 5 yrs. Bought it used with 50k and now just turned 100k. Only thing I have had to replace is oil, tires and brakes.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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