Originally Posted by
5thgenaccord
I heard someone say that at high speeds (highway), they could barely talk comfortably to the salesperson, and it leaves me wondering if he's lying!!!- I had no such experience.
I'm not lying. I'm not selling anything.
Originally Posted by
5thgenaccord
The only time I couldn't hear her was when I pumped up the stereo for a moment to test it out!!! Which I have to say the EX's upgraded system is Great!!!
I love the way the Accords drive, all of them. It handles great, taking the corners with ease, and nice and tight. Just like every Accord I've driven. Honda's consistency is amazing. Ride quality is improved (the smoothest of the Accords), but still has plenty of road feel for those of us who like to know we're connected to the road, not floaty like the way some cars feel.
The new interior is great too; the dash/head-unit is actually much less of an annoyance in person than it looks in pictures, it seems busy at first, but actually makes sense once inside the car, which was a pleasant surprise!
What Honda dealership do you work for?
Originally Posted by
5thgenaccord
I don't see what the Camry, or any other sedan in its class, has to offer over a Honda Accord. Honestly, I'm can't imagine driving anything but a Honda.
When I drive the Honda at 75MPH highway speeds, I
know I'm doing 75 just by the road and wind noise that's entering the cabin. When I drive the Camry down the same highway at the same speed, the lack of road and wind noise makes me check my speedometer more frequently.
Originally Posted by
5thgenaccord
If all you can argue is that the Camry is quieter, then there is no good reason to choose that over the Accord. Unless that's the biggest factor in your car purchase....apparently it is, for some....that's a real shame.
I disagree, especially if you do a lot of highway traveling. The difference between the new Accord and Camry at highway speeds is highly noticeable.
One more thing. When I talk about highways, I don't mean the one's that have been recently paved where a Mack truck would seem quiet. I'm talking about the majority of the highways that have lost their "newness" and have become their more "stony" selves.
To me, the Honda looks better than the Camry inside and out and I still think that today. However, the road noise isssue sucks and I've driven both models a number of times from different dealerships and roads. Consumer Reports has complained for years about this but I remained loyal...till now.
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