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This is my first time on the forum so hi everyone. I was looking at getting a 2022 Honda Accord Lx over a Camry as I've driven them both. Is this the right call, and if the Accord is the way to go is it worth sticking with the Lx's 1.5L?


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There's nothing wrong with the 2022 Accord; it's very roomy and comfortable car, and when it comes to turbocharged engines Honda is good at making them (do the required maintenance and you'll be good). If you can get it at msrp without forced dealership additional items to me it would be a good purchase. personally if I was deciding between Camry and Accord I would go with the Accord since I find it to be more comfortable (definitely differs based on personal preferences).


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I would get the 2 liter turbo.


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If you currently have a reliable car I wouldn't go looking for anything new, expect to pay out the nose.


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Posted by: @connorbrorsen

what would the typical maintenance be

See this video for some basic info; it's a Civic but has the turbocharged engine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KN1ILMpzsk0

It's typically oil change. But then at some point you will have to change the transmission fluid too but that's not something you would do every year unless you drive 30k or 40k miles in one year. These are what I can think off the top of my head; there are definitely more stuff like brake fluid and air filter etc. but those again aren't something you are going to do a whole lot unlike oil change.

Posted by: @connorbrorsen

maintenance cost about per year

It's going to mainly be changing motor oil and oil filter. The oil filter you can get OEM from dealership part department not that expensive (where I am is $6 each) but I wait to buy on sale when I can get 3 or more for cheaper. The motor oil I change mine every 3k to 5k miles at most depending on my driving; if mostly city driving I do 3k miles. Some would say no need to do at 3k miles but for me personally I find oil and oil filter change to be pretty cheap maintenance and it's my personal car and not looking to make profit off of the maintenance so it won't make me go broke by doing 3k mile intervals if I do mostly city driving (but 5k miles is definitely fine with newer engine and these new synthetic oils). For the oil I use Kirkland Signature motor oil (it's good oil and good price). I also change the crush washer for the oil drain plug as an extra measure to prevent oil leaks due to insufficient tight seal.

All of these together for me cost maybe $20 since I do it myself. But if you're going to have a mechanic do it for you then it's definitely going to cost more.


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Thanks guys I appreciate the help what would the typical maintenance be and what would the maintenance cost about per year for the car sorry I'm brand new to cars. I


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I own a 2018 Accord LX 1.5T and have since new and you would be buying the same engine as mine. My Fuel Injectors failed at 58K. I've maintained the car meticulously and always change the oil way before it's time. I've previously owned 6 cars and driven them 100K - 150K and have never once changed fuel injectors. The price to fix them is $1600 as they force you to change all 4, and they are not covered under the 60K warranty. After the new ones are installed they are only warranted for 12mo./12K miles. You're basically on your own and calling HONDA is like speaking to a stranger. I like to joke but this is serious matter. The Accord is the most expensive out all it's competitors. To be treated like this when major problems occur is a sad thing. After getting the diagnosis I've looked online and it's far more common than all the Youtube influencers would have you believing where they drive the in a scenic place and only positive points are outlined. I recommend getting the extended warranty if I still haven't made my case how bad is to have a 2018 Accord's fuel injectors fail in 3 years of driving (barely drove in 2020 as we all recall that year). Even with extended warranty you may have to  to jump through hoops to get the warranty department to pay for even repairs you feel certain should be covered. It turns out they are run through insurance agencies and now you have to call the Dealership, call Manufacturer, call extended warranty XXX Insurance Co ... just buy a better built car. The simpler the better, no turbos, not CVTs, no BS. I'm sure there are a few mechanically inclined people who will defend all sorts of technology and what I'm saying means nothing, but the rest of us who get the cold shoulder at the dealership should consider what current owners are going through. Yes the car looks great and drives nicely, but at $10/gallon gas you can't afford to spend $1,600 every year to get shiny new fuel injectors which never should fail in the 1st place until the car is 90% done. Good luck.


Do you mind posting the pictures of the diagnosis and final bill for this repair? Please blank out all your personal details. The world needs to see what Honda is up to..


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