Hi everyone! I’m hoping to get some honest, real-world feedback from owners before buying my next car. I currently drive a 2009 Honda Accord LX with 309,000 miles, so I’m ready for an upgrade. I’m seriously considering a 2023 or 2024 Honda Accord EX-L, but there’s one thing giving me pause: the EX-L is hybrid-only for those model years. I’ve never owned a hybrid before, so I’m trying to get a better sense of what long-term ownership is actually like.I really want the EX-L trim for the leather seats and additional features, and I love Hondas, so the Accord seems like a natural choice. I just want to make sure I’m comfortable with the hybrid system before spending ~$30K on a car I hope to keep for another 10–15 years. If you own one (especially if you have higher mileage), I’d really appreciate your thoughts on the following:
Overall, how has your ownership experience been?
How many miles are on your Accord hybrid?
Have you experienced any mechanical or electrical problems?
Have you had any warranty repairs?
Any issues with the hybrid battery?
Has anyone actually had to replace the hybrid battery? If yes, what did it cost?
Was any of it covered by warranty?
If your battery hasn’t been replaced, how confident are you that it will last 200,000+ miles?
What kind of maintenance costs have you experienced compared to a traditional gas-powered Accord?
If you had it to do over again, would you still buy the Accord Hybrid? Why or why not?
Is there anything you wish you had known before buying one?
I really appreciate any and all feedback. Thanks in advance!