Offering up to six trims, three transmission options, two available engines, and coupe and sedan platforms, the 2011 Honda Accord has a model to suit all tastes.
Key Points
- The 2011 Honda Accord comes in up to six trims depending on body style: LX (LX-S on Coupe), LX-P, SE, EX, EX-L, and EX-V. The EX-V comes with either a four-cylinder engine or a V6.
- While the Accord Sedans entry-level LX trim is for the budget-minded shopper, that doesn’t mean it’s too base, as power windows/locks, cruise control, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls come standard.
- Opt for the LX-P for a five-speed automatic transmission, alloy wheels, and an upgraded audio system with a six-disk changer. Step up to the SE for heated leather-trimmed seats with 10-way power adjustability.
- Kelley Blue Book pricing is relatively close for 2011 Accords, with values ranging from $9-11k across all trims for vehicles in similar conditions. With this in mind, we suggest the EX or EX-L trims for the most value.
Accord LX is a No-frills Starter Sedan, Perfect for a Young Driver
The 2011 Honda Accord LX is the base sedan trim. Here you’ll get all the basics such as AC, a five-speed manual, 16-inch steel wheels, and Honda reliability. It comes with a 2.4L inline-four making 177 horsepower and 161 lb.-ft. of torque. It’s mated to a simple five-speed manual transmission and gets 23 city/ 33 hwy/ 27 combined mpg. A five-speed automatic transmission is also available.
Apart from that, you’re not getting much else. LX offers a remote entry system, power windows, AM/FM/CD audio system aux input, and six speakers. Lastly, the LX is standard with steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, cruise control, and a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS).
If all you need is a basic A-to-B car for as cheap as possible, the LX is the trim for you.
LX-S is an Entry-level Coupe with a More Powerful 190-horsepower Engine and 17-inch Alloy Wheels
Accord LX-S is the base trim for the coupe models. It utilizes the same inline-four, but this variant features a slight power bump. Horsepower is rated at 190 and torque at 162 lb.-ft. Like the base LX, it too is standard with a five-speed manual making nearly identical fuel economy. The only change is in combined mileage which drops to 26. A five-speed automatic is also available, bringing the gas mileage to 23 city / 32 highway / 26 combined.
Wheels are upgraded to 17-inch alloys, and the steering wheel gets a nice leather-wrapping. The audio system gets a boost too with the addition of a six-disc changer.
LX-P Makes for a More Convenient Daily Driver with its Added Five-speed Automatic Transmission
Accord LX-P trim is the next step up from the LX sedan. It maintains the same inline-four engine but comes standard with a five-speed automatic transmission this time. EPA fuel economy is rated at 23 city / 34 hwy / 27 combined. Furthermore, The LX-P replaces the LX’s steel wheels with more attractive alloy ones. It also comes with a security system, illuminated power-window switches, and an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat.
Ultimately, the LX-P does not add much more than the base LX. Its most notable features are its automatic transmission, alloy wheels, and power-adjustable driver’s seat.
SE Aims to Bring Comfort to the Accord with the Addition of Heated Leather Seats
Slotted above the LX-P is Accord SE. Additions to the SE include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, power lumbar support, leather-trimmed seats, and heated front seats.
Go with the SE if you want all the basics plus a little bit of comfort.
Accord EX is Available as a Sedan or Coupe and Offers either a 190-Hp Inline-four or 271-Hp V6
EX Sedan
Next up is the 2011 Accord EX trim. The EPA rates the EX’s gas mileage at 23 city / 33 highway / 27 combined mpg. It features the 190-horsepower inline-four variant seen in other trims. The manual transmission is standard here, but the automatic is also available. EX is fitted with 17-inch alloy wheels, features a power moonroof, and a six-disc CD changer.
EX V6 Sedan
The EX sedan is also available with the 3.5L V6, making an impressive 271 horsepower and 254 lb.-ft. of torque. The V6 is paired with the five-speed automatic transmission and offers a fuel economy of 20 city / 30 highway / 24 combined. Other notable features of the V6 sedan include dual exhaust and variable cylinder management.
EX Coupe
The EX coupe adds Bluetooth hands-free with steering-wheel-mounted controls and a premium audio system with seven speakers and a subwoofer. Lastly, the coupe has a slightly lower fuel economy than the EX sedan, with 32 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined.
Accord EX-L Adds XM Radio, HomeLink, 18-inch Wheels, and Optional Six-speed Manual
EX-L Sedan
The top trim in the 2011 Honda Accord is the EX-L. It comes in four configurations and features all the best creature comforts. Under the hood, you’ll find the 190-horsepower, 2.4-liter engine mated to the five-speed auto. Gas mileage is rated at 23 city/ 34 highway / 27 combined.
The EX-L adds dual-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, XM radio, external temperature indicator, leather-trimmed seats, and heated front seats.
EX-L V6 Sedan
The V6 sedan adds dual exhaust, VCM, HomeLink remote system, and two-person memory for the driver’s seat.
EX-L Coupe
The 2.4L coupe offers no significant changes over the 2.4L EX-L sedan apart from a drop in fuel economy. Ratings for highway drop by two miles and combined drops by one.
EX-L V6 Coupe
The EX-L V6 coupe differs from the V6 sedan by adding paddle shifters for automatic models. A close-ratio six-speed manual transmission is also available. It’s the quickest trim of the bunch, making 0-60 in 6.2 seconds. Both transmissions earn an EPA rating of 17 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg. 18-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, fog lamps, and a leather-wrapped shift knob (6MT models) complete the list of features.
Get the Most for Your Money with the 2011 Honda Accord EX or EX-L
According to Kelley Blue Book, most 2011 Accord prices are between $9-11k for comparable vehicles. Furthermore, you can expect to spend anywhere between $500-$1,000 more for a V6 model. With prices so close, we recommend you shoot for the top and get either the EX or EX-L.
There’s not a bad trim of the 2011 Accord, so selecting the best one for you will simply boil down to your needs and budget. Nevertheless, we recommend getting as much as possible with your hard-earned dollars.
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