Honda Accord Tourer 2.2 i-DTEC EX GT CAR review

This is a real disppointment. I drive the current Accord Tourer 2.2CDTi EX spec, as a company car. I chose it over the Audi, BMW, Jaguar competition for the size of the boot space, the excellent engine and the spec of the EX when compared with the mid specs that I could have had from the other manufacturers. The review above suggests much less boot space, slightly less legroom in the rear(tight for my children in the existing model), and an uplift in prices that will probably take the top spec model out of my reach. Next we will learn that the boot is no long electric! I will look at the new car in the flesh when it arrives, but the new Mazda 6 in top trim, loaded with kit, a proper load bay and a sensible price looks more attractive at the momenet.

It actually looks rather good from the rear 3/4 view, much better than the saloon. It means that you can't see the boring front. But surely a lifestyle estate which cramps your lifestyle more than the saloon is rather pointless. We must get used to seeing these Hondas however, as they make a great car that lasts for eons.

9 years of E46 3 series Bimmers and I crave something different matching the following: at least 150 bhp/ton, great handling, great build, tax bearable, some brand credibility, combined at least 30mpg, some practicality. If Honda could just sharpen the first and second criteria.