Honda Accord (sedan / Tourer) · VIII (CU/CW)
Generation 7 2008–2015
Bigger and plusher, with the same durable K-series petrols and the new 2.2 i-DTEC (150/180 hp) that added a DPF. Rust is far less of a problem than on the VII. Rear tyre wear from camber is the quirk. A quiet, sharp-steering alternative to a Mondeo or Passat at 25,000–40,000 PLN.
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Recognition
How to tell it apart
- •Wide chrome grille and angular headlights; facelift adds LED tail lights and new bumpers
- •Tourer with a steeply raked tailgate; Type S has a body kit and 18-inch wheels
2011 facelift
- New front bumper and grille, LED tail lights, revised interior
- 2.2 i-DTEC 150 and 180 (Type S); 2.0/2.4 i-VTEC updated
- Adaptive cruise and lane keeping available on top trims
Engines
Engines
2.0 i-VTEC · 156 hp
2008–2015
Petrol · Manual / Automatic · FWD
The R20 single-cam 2.0: quiet, durable, LPG-friendly; manual or 5-speed automatic.
2.4 i-VTEC · 201 hp
2008–2015
Petrol · Manual / Automatic · FWD
Quick K24 with 6-speed manual or automatic; thirsty; Type S trim.
2.2 i-DTEC · 150 hp
2008–2015
Diesel · Manual / Automatic · FWD
Refined diesel with DPF; automatic available. EGR, DPF and injectors with age; generally good.
2.2 i-DTEC Type S · 180 hp
2011–2015
Diesel · Manual / Automatic · FWD
Facelift high-output diesel in Type S trim; fast and rare.
| Engine | For sale now | Years | Gearbox · drive | Sought after | Robust | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2.0 i-VTEC · 156 hp Petrol · 2.0 i-VTEC · R20A3 | 106 | 2008–2015 | Manual / Automatic FWD | The R20 single-cam 2.0: quiet, durable, LPG-friendly; manual or 5-speed automatic. | ||
2.4 i-VTEC · 201 hp Petrol · 2.4 i-VTEC / Type S · K24Z3 | 25 | 2008–2015 | Manual / Automatic FWD | Quick K24 with 6-speed manual or automatic; thirsty; Type S trim. | ||
2.2 i-DTEC · 150 hp Diesel · 2.2 i-DTEC · N22B1 | 47 | 2008–2015 | Manual / Automatic FWD | Refined diesel with DPF; automatic available. EGR, DPF and injectors with age; generally good. | ||
2.2 i-DTEC Type S · 180 hp Diesel · 2.2 i-DTEC 180 · N22B2 | 7 | 2011–2015 | Manual / Automatic FWD | Facelift high-output diesel in Type S trim; fast and rare. |
Versions
What the badges mean
Comfort / Elegance
commonbase
2008–2015
Well equipped: dual-zone climate, alloys, cruise.
Lifestyle
uncommonequipment line
2008–2015
Mid-high: half-leather, xenon, heated seats.
Executive
uncommonequipment line
2008–2015
Top: leather, navigation, premium audio, sunroof, adaptive cruise on late cars.
Type S
rareequipment line
2008–2015
Sport trim on 2.4 / 2.2 i-DTEC 180: body kit, 18-inch wheels, sport seats.
Watch out: A trim, not a Type R.
Options
Options that matter
uncommon
Xenon headlights with AFS
Lifestyle and up.
rare
Adaptive cruise / Collision mitigation (ADAS)
Rare; Executive on late cars.
uncommon
Leather upholstery
Executive.
common
Heated front seats
Valued.
uncommon
Honda navigation (HDD)
Executive.
uncommon
Premium audio
Executive.
uncommon
Electric sunroof
Executive.
uncommon
Rear-view camera
Useful.
uncommon
Smart key
Keyless.
uncommon
LPG installation (aftermarket)
Common on 2.0 i-VTEC.
uncommon
Tow bar
Practical.
Before you buy
What to know
Strengths
- +Durable i-VTEC petrols and a good diesel
- +Excellent build, sharp steering, quiet cabin
- +Rust rarely an issue; strong owner community
Expensive when they fail
DPFADAS radar
Polish market
A quiet enthusiast favourite; 2.4 Type S and late 2.2 i-DTEC Executive cars are the ones worth travelling for.
Known weak points
- noteRear tyre wear (camber)Rear suspension geometry wears inner tyre edges; adjustable arms fix it.Check: Check rear tyre inner edges; ask about camber arms.
- moderate2.2 i-DTEC DPF, EGR and injectorsDPF regeneration on short trips, EGR soot, occasional injector issues.Check: Ask about DPF/EGR work and warning lights.
- noteValve clearances (petrol)Periodic adjustment, especially on LPG.Check: Ask when clearances were checked.
- noteAutomatic gearbox fluidWants Honda fluid every 60,000 km.Check: Ask about fluid changes.
- moderateImport mileageGerman and Swiss imports with corrected odometers occur.Check: Ask for VIN and inspection history.
From the market
Real cars on sale right now
From the market
Engines actually on sale
Grouped from 235 live listings: what people are selling, at what price and mileage.
| Engine | Share | Typical price | Median mileage | Gearbox · drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2.0 Petrol · 156 hp 2.0 Elegance | 44% | 30 500 PLN | 191 076 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
2.2 Diesel · 150 hp 2.2d Executive | 20% | 18 900 PLN | 264 000 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
2.4 Petrol · 201 hp 2.4 Executive | 10% | 30 900 PLN | 230 032 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
2.0 LPG · 156 hp 2.0 Elegance | 9% | 26 500 PLN | 240 000 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
2.4 LPG · 201 hp 2.4 Executive | 9% | 33 500 PLN | 268 000 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
2.2 Diesel · 180 hp 2.2d Type S | 3% | 17 999 PLN | 332 054 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
3.5 Petrol · 268 hp 3.5 V6 EX | 2% | 28 400 PLN | 175 071 km | Automatic · FWD |
2.0 Petrol · 147 hp 2.0 ES | 1% | 16 900 PLN | 270 142 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
From the market
Price by model year
Typical price and mileage for each model year on sale.
From the market
Most common versions
- Executive33
- Elegance30
- Lifestyle10
- 2.2d Executive6
- 2.2i-DTEC Elegance4
- Elegance Advantage4
- 2.2d Elegance3
- Comfort3
From the market
Equipment seen most often
Driver airbag 95%Leather steering wheel 90%Electric front windows 90%Passenger airbag 90%Heated driver seat 85%Cruise control 85%ABS 85%Radio 85%ESP stability control 85%Automatic climate control 80%Electric door mirrors 80%Electric rear windows 80%USB socket 75%Heated passenger seat 75%
Our picks
Versions worth looking for
2.0 i-VTEC Lifestyle automatic, private owner
Durable, quiet, cheap to run.
2.4 Type S manual
The driver's Accord.