SE combines sporty coupe styling with refinement and value
Bold styling largely unchanged
At $26,500, the Honda Accord Coupe SE offers buyers a refined, well-equipped and beautifully-constructed sports coupe. Although its design is largely unchanged from its 2003 introduction, the Accord Coupe continues to exhibit some of the sleekest lines available in a mid-size two-door ride. The only 2007 styling revision apparent to my myopic vision is a sharpening of the rear deck lid drop-off, otherwise the vehicle continues to project a slick, spirited image that conjures-up thoughts of fun over function.
Rear seat occupants coupe'd-up
Interior-wise, the Accord Coupe SE is well crafted, comfortable and moderately appealing. All controls operate smoothly and are logically positioned. Seating up front is firm and supportive, however a little more seat cushion beneath my long thighs would be welcome; that said, front-seat legroom is outstanding. Rear-seat legroom, on the other hand, is cramped unless the front seats are moved forward, plus rear-seat headroom can be challenging to NBA'ers. Dismal though is the only way to characterize rear-seat ingress and egress -- it simply doesn't get much worse.
No V6 in SE
Given the entry-level status of "SE" in the Accord Coupe lineup, it makes sense that Honda's 2.4 litre four-banger is the only engine available. But despair not. The 16-valve SOHC VTEC powerplant is a tremendously pleasing unit. It spins with more polish than many V6 engines available today, and power output is decent, especially north of 3,000 rpm.
Throughout its broad rev band, the tough little mill never sounds strained or unwilling to serve, which is typical of Honda engines. They're probably some of the most refined units in the biz. By the way, the Coupe's version emits 166 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm and 160 pound-feet of torque @ 4,000 rpm, which places suitable authority beneath one's right foot. In fact, front-wheel spin can be problematic when bursting first out of the gate. Unfortunately, neither Vehicle Stability Assist nor traction control is available with the SE trim.
Bold styling largely unchanged
At $26,500, the Honda Accord Coupe SE offers buyers a refined, well-equipped and beautifully-constructed sports coupe. Although its design is largely unchanged from its 2003 introduction, the Accord Coupe continues to exhibit some of the sleekest lines available in a mid-size two-door ride. The only 2007 styling revision apparent to my myopic vision is a sharpening of the rear deck lid drop-off, otherwise the vehicle continues to project a slick, spirited image that conjures-up thoughts of fun over function.
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| Although the Accord was introduced in 2003, it still looks sleek today. |
Rear seat occupants coupe'd-up
Interior-wise, the Accord Coupe SE is well crafted, comfortable and moderately appealing. All controls operate smoothly and are logically positioned. Seating up front is firm and supportive, however a little more seat cushion beneath my long thighs would be welcome; that said, front-seat legroom is outstanding. Rear-seat legroom, on the other hand, is cramped unless the front seats are moved forward, plus rear-seat headroom can be challenging to NBA'ers. Dismal though is the only way to characterize rear-seat ingress and egress -- it simply doesn't get much worse.
No V6 in SE
Given the entry-level status of "SE" in the Accord Coupe lineup, it makes sense that Honda's 2.4 litre four-banger is the only engine available. But despair not. The 16-valve SOHC VTEC powerplant is a tremendously pleasing unit. It spins with more polish than many V6 engines available today, and power output is decent, especially north of 3,000 rpm.
Throughout its broad rev band, the tough little mill never sounds strained or unwilling to serve, which is typical of Honda engines. They're probably some of the most refined units in the biz. By the way, the Coupe's version emits 166 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm and 160 pound-feet of torque @ 4,000 rpm, which places suitable authority beneath one's right foot. In fact, front-wheel spin can be problematic when bursting first out of the gate. Unfortunately, neither Vehicle Stability Assist nor traction control is available with the SE trim.
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| Honda's tough 2.4L engine is always ready and willing. |