geoffdragon
Members
Hi all, have recently sold my BMW and am looking for either a late 7th or an early 8th Gen Accord.
I had a CTDI Accord which was great other than a battery drain that couldn't be traced - no DPF to worry about but I do like the look of the 8th Gen.
Although my mileage isn't very high I like the driving characteristics of the diesel engine.
However with the i- DTEC having a DPF I am concerned that short local trips and the occasional longer one would give issues.
Not to bothered about fuel economy, so, my alternative choice is the 2.0 VTEC ( Not paying £300 + tax for a 2.4 ).
I have read in some reviews that the 2.0 VTEC car is underpowered with that engine, sometimes struggling on motorway inclines in 6th gear.
I have also read the forums on DPF issues but wonder if they are really as bad for everyone. I live a bit far from F6HAD to get that issue sorted so maybe a petrol would solve that problem if performance is OK. Not looking to burn the road up but nice to go when you need to.
I wonder if any members have experience of these cars regarding DPF on short trips and VTEC performance that they could share with me.
Thanks in advance
Geoff
I had a CTDI Accord which was great other than a battery drain that couldn't be traced - no DPF to worry about but I do like the look of the 8th Gen.
Although my mileage isn't very high I like the driving characteristics of the diesel engine.
However with the i- DTEC having a DPF I am concerned that short local trips and the occasional longer one would give issues.
Not to bothered about fuel economy, so, my alternative choice is the 2.0 VTEC ( Not paying £300 + tax for a 2.4 ).
I have read in some reviews that the 2.0 VTEC car is underpowered with that engine, sometimes struggling on motorway inclines in 6th gear.
I have also read the forums on DPF issues but wonder if they are really as bad for everyone. I live a bit far from F6HAD to get that issue sorted so maybe a petrol would solve that problem if performance is OK. Not looking to burn the road up but nice to go when you need to.
I wonder if any members have experience of these cars regarding DPF on short trips and VTEC performance that they could share with me.
Thanks in advance
Geoff