Accord Type-S - Info?


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Usy786

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Well first post and let me introduce myself. I've been an avid Honda lover for quite a while now. I've never owned one though, and I think it's time I go and bite the bullet.

The Type-R cars have always appealed to me, though I need a 5-door car in my life. So that means a Teg/Civic are out of the question. I would go for the Type-R Accord 6th Gen, though they seem rather dated all be it they are still fun cars.

After browsing this site as a lurker I stumbled across someone with a Type-S. I'm not after something with raw performance, I do want something rather comfortable/speedy. So what are these cars like? Is there any tune-ability or like some N/A's parts are expensive/rare following, so you're lucky to find upgrade parts?

I know these come with the K24A7's? So 190bhp in a big car it won't be as fast as lets say a EP3? Any other information appreciated.
 
They are nice cars,
The next step up is the 2.4 executive with colour nav, heated leather etc.
The k24 can get 35+ mpg on a run, very comfy cars. Suspension is same as all other base models unless owner opted for optional lowering kit from honda which was only available on type s.
You can swap the head from an ep3 for decent gains. :)
 
Jake123 said:
They are nice cars,
The next step up is the 2.4 executive with colour nav, heated leather etc.
The k24 can get 35+ mpg on a run, very comfy cars. Suspension is same as all other base models unless owner opted for optional lowering kit from honda which was only available on type s.
You can swap the head from an ep3 for decent gains. :)
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Thanks for the reply Jake. EP3 k20a2 head would swap straight over?

I heard the k24 was very thirsty? Urban especially?

Do the kPro's fit this/mappable at all?

I don't want the 2.4 Exec really like the look of the Type-S and it would eventually get lowered on springs probably, wheels, and bride seats :clap:.

I really would have liked a mugen system for this but I think it doesn't exist?
 
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Not a lot from the UK in terms of modifications but jump across the pond, known as the TSX, and you are spoiled for your choice.

One of my favourite cars from the states -

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A favourite for parts -

Acura TSX 2003-2008 CL9 - HeelToe Automotive
 
Usy786 said:
I really would have liked a mugen system for this but I think it doesn't exist?
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There is a Mugen intake for he CL7 (K20), not for the CL9 (K24) but I have seen it modified to fit. Injen CAI is a favourite amongst TSX owners.
 
Paul J Smith said:
There is a Mugen intake for he CL7 (K20), not for the CL9 (K24) but I have seen it modified to fit. Injen CAI is a favourite amongst TSX owners.
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It was yours I saw Paul. Really like what you've done with it and your photography! Some of the parts seem like those I saw on RHDJAPAN.

How is it like on MPG? Any known issues I should look out for when I go to view some?
 
Hand on heart, this is Honda number 8 for me, Accord number 4 and it hasn't missed a beat.

A petrol Honda, what can go wrong :D . . . they are bullet proof, aren't they :D

As for MPG, my 1999 Accord Type R would return around 320-360 miles to a full tank . . . . the Type S hasn't seen better than that :(

Some owners I know go on an on about economy . . . get a diesel if that is your primary concern. The wave of torque in the K24 is fantastic, it feels like a V6.

I do muss the high revving V-Tec's of old but you can't have it all ways.
 
Paul J Smith said:
Hand on heart, this is Honda number 8 for me, Accord number 4 and it hasn't missed a beat.

A petrol Honda, what can go wrong :D . . . they are bullet proof, aren't they :D

As for MPG, my 1999 Accord Type R would return around 320-360 miles to a full tank . . . . the Type S hasn't seen better than that :(

Some owners I know go on an on about economy . . . get a diesel if that is your primary concern. The wave of torque in the K24 is fantastic, it feels like a V6.

I do muss the high revving V-Tec's of old but you can't have it all ways.
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Honda? Torque? WHAT NONSENSE! :blinx:

So the H22 is better than a k24 on fuel. :O

Maybe it's your driving style, though I am sold on the looks. I'd probably go diesel...never. I will have to look into it further, I may just have to settle for a k20 type-s. With 155 it won't be the fastest of the bunch, just depends how much better it's on petrol. If it's a small difference then I'll go for the k24.

With that said, some of the parts on the site you linked look pleasing. I've seen the skunk2 intake manifold, it says it's k20/k24 compatible so I'm guessing the a2/a3/a4 codes do not matter?
 
The CL9 is heavier and if I drove like the majority of Accord owners I'm sure I would see 380 miles to a tank but the type of driving I do (in town and country roads :D), I'm never going to get the best out of it.

220nm torque to be exact, it pulls really well.
 
Paul J Smith said:
The CL9 is heavier and if I drove like the majority of Accord owners I'm sure I would see 380 miles to a tank but the type of driving I do (in town and country roads :D), I'm never going to get the best out of it.

220nm torque to be exact, it pulls really well.
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What is the difference CL7/9? Is it just trim or something else (sorry not familiar). The economy doesn't seem to bad, on paper but real word driving I'd imagine it to be much different. The VTEC engagement seems rather late, when does it kick in? Is the handling sharp or not?

Really appreciate the replies.
 
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I will be going to view a couple in the next week or so. Anything to look out for on these models that would make me walk away?
 
A mate of mine has one and he has got a custom 3' exhaust and manifold and an aem intake and he made 210bhp on the dyno without it even being mapped. he also has a full mugen kit, it looks awesome.
 
Tdi north have just tuned a type s and achieved 260bhp on the stock head, it did have a usdm acura tsx intake came though
 
My dad has the CL shape 2.0 Type-S, its a very nice car IMO, I have driven it, comfortable, quiet, has good performance to keep it going, and has alot of gadgets, this model has 160bhp so it isn't going to be as fast as say a EK4 but you won't be dissapointed either, it is a heavy car but what do you expect from a saloon,

The ATR 6th gens are not that dated IMO, they are very good cars so choice is yours,

Both are fantastic cars!!
 
The 'Type S' is a real nice car, solid build and some nice detail. It has 5 link suspension in the rear and performs very well. K24A3 is the engine code, you can mod these with the K20 head and EMS, a lot of our USA friends put Superchargers on, with great results. MPG wise we see 35ish to as much as 42mpg on a run, high cam operating around 6K, but these cars are nice cruising machines, comfy and safe at the same time.

There are/was a lot of dogs out there, be very careful. Most are high mileage, being ex fleet. Check the Clutch, if you feel any creaking or notchy then walk away, clutch fitted is 800 quid. You should check the biting point it should nit be right at the bottom like most are that have a knackered clutch.

I looked at 6 before i brought the missus's one, 3 of those have shot clutches, and i ended up buying the best one of 6 and still had to replace the clutch 3 month later.

I know of a nice example of a facelift in Graphite Pearl, with sat nav, it does need a clutch ( thats why i did not buy it) i know the guy will sell it with a massive reduction as he has had it since April. I just did not want the hassle of doing the clutch

I guess its a bit of a grown up car, i brought it because at the time we both had a EK4 and a baby on the way, it's a good family car with a huge boot.


Get one, you'll love it

The rear tyres can get out of shape, camber issues.
 
Thanks for the replies guys. I'll bare in mind about the clutch. Everything else like bushes is general wear and tear? Can anything go wrong with the engines like head gaskets etc?
 
Anything can go wrong, but in my experiance nothing has, and i hav'ent heard of any problems with the Type S, that i would be worried about. Just keep up the maintenance, regular fluid changes and you'll be fine. A tuned one of these is great, proper sleeper. Again Head gasket would only go if there was a problem, keep the cooling system looked after and it will be good.

The 2.0 Type S does offer slightly better MPG, but not enough for me to consider it against a 2.4
Only reason i would of brought the 2.0 Type S, is when i was looking around for a 2.4 there was a lot of nice clean low milage examples about in the preffered colours, don't rule out the EX with the front and rear Spoilers and some nice rims.


You may find an ex-poilce owned one, i was offered a 2006 with 109K on it, very clean and a huge folder of history and regular service, they owned it since new and didnt skimp on anything.


Tax on these is £270 p/yr
 
I see. I love the look of these but I am afraid I might end up buying a dog of a car. I've read mixed reviews on the mpg of the 2.4 Accord type-s. It's just one of the niggles that's making me have second thoughts! I think the difference between the 2.0/2.4 is a few mpg, not enough to justify buying the 2.0 over the 2.4.

I do plan on keeping it for a while and the tune-ability also counts. Though I feel importing the TSX ECU would cost £££££, and swapping a k20 head over. I love the looks of these and as you say they are very sleeper type cars. A Catback and good wheels would make it look the part.

I would also look at the ATR's though I think there aren't many decent examples around.
 
I love mine it has the injen intake and can fair shift when asked good on the back roads and with cruise control motorways are easy :nice:


I regularly get this to a tank on a run :notbad:
 
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