2024 Honda Accord VTi-LX: Quick Review

Once a dominant force in the midsize sedan market, the Honda Accord's sales have dwindled over the years, along with the segment as whole.

Despite its diminished market presence, Honda has chosen to keep the Accord in its lineup due to its enduring appeal among loyal customers who have a deep-seated affinity for the brand.

In an era dominated by SUVs, passenger cars like the Accord have become increasingly scarce. However, the Accord's striking design manages to stand out and resonate with those who appreciate its aesthetic charm.

But the Accord's strengths extend beyond its visual appeal. It excels in various aspects, offering a wealth of features and finely tuned driving dynamics that cater to the discerning tastes of its loyal following.

Let's delve into what you can expect from the current generation sedan.

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Pricing and features

In an effort to simplify the car-buying process, Honda Australia has recently introduced drive-away pricing across all its showrooms via their new agency model.

The single specification level for the Honda Accord is the VTi-LX, which comes with a drive-away price tag of $57,400. For those interested in the electrified hybrid variant, the cost rises to $60,400.

As with other key Honda models the brand now has focused its offerings on what were previously top of the range variants. So you're getting a spec-full vehicle, that obviously will come at a higher cost.

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Standard spec on the Accord VTi-LX includes:

The hybrid adds additional features such as EV mode, a chrome garnish on the rear bumper, blue tints across the headlights and hybrid badging.

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The Accord lineup offers a selection of five colours, all of which come at no additional cost:

• Lunar Silver
• Platinum White
• Crystal Black
• Meteoroid Grey
• Passion Red (Hybrid model only)

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Safety

The Accord has not been safety rated by ANCAP since launch.

As a benchmark however other models in the Honda range launched recently have received between four star rating such as the HR-V.

The Accord has plenty of standard safety, found in these other Honda models, including:

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Key rivals

In comparison to the Accord, you can opt for the flagship Toyota Camry hybrid SL at $51,728 drive-away (based on a Melbourne postcode) or the most premium Mazda 6 Atenza, available at $57,537.

That being said, the Toyota Camry and Mazda 6 are also available in cheaper options unlike the single-option Accord.

The midsize sedan segment was once the market leader in Australia, and has since slowly been pushed down the list by small and medium SUVs.

With that being said, there are cheaper rivals in the same segment.

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Should I put it on my shortlist?

The 2024 Honda Accord is a fantastic overall sedan. With strong driving dynamics and an array of creature comforts, its offers plenty for your family needs.

However, in an already diminishing segment the Accord fails to meet the mark with pricing, with key competitors having hybrid technology available at a cheaper price-point. They're also able to haggle at those dealerships.

But the Honda Accord, although slow-selling, is a car that is easy to fall for. And if you fall in love with it enough to justify the price-tag, then it's your money well spent.