Honda Accord X (CV) (2017 – 2022)

Reliability score : 8.2/10

Honda Accord 10th Generation (CV1/CV2/CV3) The 10th-generation Honda Accord marked a radical departure from its predecessors. Introduced for the 2018 model year, it dropped the traditional V6 engine and the coupe body style, shifting entirely to a lineup of turbocharged four-cylinder engines and a highly efficient hybrid powertrain. Riding on a new, lighter, and stiffer modular platform shared with the Civic and CR-V, it adopted a sleek, fastback-inspired design. Positioned as a premium midsize family sedan, it was widely praised by critics for its exceptional driving dynamics, cavernous rear legroom, and vastly improved infotainment system (finally reintroducing physical volume and tuning knobs). While it was not sold in Europe, it remained a dominant force in North America, China, and th

✅ Strengths

Class-leading driving dynamics and chassis tuning
Cavernous interior space, especially rear legroom
The 2.0T engine offers near-luxury sports sedan performance
Hybrid model delivers exceptional real-world fuel economy (45+ mpg)
Vastly improved, user-friendly infotainment system with physical knobs
Standard Honda Sensing active safety suite across all trims

⚠️ Weaknesses

1.5T engine suffers from head gasket and fuel injector vulnerabilities
Widespread A/C condenser failures (extended warranty issued by Honda)
Higher than average road and tire noise at highway speeds
Low seating position makes ingress/egress difficult for some
Steering rack 'clicking' or binding issues reported on some units

🎯 Verdict

Final Buying Verdict The 10th-generation Honda Accord is a brilliant car wrapped around a complicated engine lineup. If you are looking at the 2.0L Turbo or the 2.0L Hybrid, it is an absolute BUY. These powertrains are robust, highly satisfying to drive, and offer excellent longevity. However, the high-volume 1.5L Turbo requires extreme caution. Due to the increasing frequency of blown head gaskets and fuel injector failures (often costing upwards of

,000 to fix out of warranty), we recommend you NEGOTIATE heavily or avoid the 1.5T entirely unless it comes with a comprehensive extended warranty and a flawless maintenance history with 5,000-mile oil change intervals. Regardless of the engine, always verify the A/C system has been serviced or replaced under Honda's extended warranty program.