2003 Honda Accord

With the 2003 Accord, Honda launched the seventh generation of this beloved vehicle line to critical acclaim. However, despite the positive critical reception, many consumers bemoaned features that were missing from the redesign. These missing features were aspects that had helped cement the Accord as a segment leader. Honda would rectify these oversights with the release of the 2004 model, which is the reason why the 2004 Honda Accord is so popular. Nevertheless, the 2003 Honda Accord is an excellent used car that should have particular appeal to bargain hunters.

Available in both coupe and sedan body styles, the increase in size is what distinguishes the 2003 Honda Accord most from the 2002 model. This was the largest that the car had ever been, and the North American edition was substantially different than the smaller version sold in Japan.

The 2003 Accord was available in the base-level DX trim, LX, LX-V6, EX and EX-V6. Customers should be aware that the one downside to the seventh-gen Accords is that the car’s suspension does not quite live up to the additional power of the V6 model. However, a special edition V6 coupe available included a sports-tuned suspension and a six-speed manual transmission rather than the standard five-speed.

The price difference between the DX and LX trims has dissipated as a used car, so consumers may want to focus on the LX for the additional amenities. The DX includes air-conditioning, cruise control, keyless entry, power locks, power windows and a basic CD stereo. The LX includes everything in the DX trim plus an upgraded audio system, power mirrors and some other interior features and visual cues. There is still a slight premium for EX models, which include leather upholstery, advanced climate control and satellite radio. The V6 variants of the trims include extras like 17-inch wheels and luxury amenities.