Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0
Honda Accord 2008 2.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 156 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 192 Nm (Newton metres) on 4100 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
In 2001, Honda introduced the K-series engine lineup, featuring an aluminum block with an open-deck design and cast-iron cylinder liners. It utilizes a port fuel injection system, a 16-valve aluminum cylinder head without ...
This Honda Accord 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 212 km/h.
Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Honda real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Honda Accord fuel consumption.
Honda Accord safety
During safety testing Honda Accord has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Honda Accord is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Honda Accord got three stars.
Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 technical data
| Model: | Honda Accord Tourer 2.0 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January ... 2011. January | ||
| Engine: | 1997 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 173 g/km |
| Power: | 156 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 192 NM ON 4100 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 212 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 (combined) 9.8 (urban) 5.9 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.75m (length) 1.84m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 395 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1252 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2100 kg | ||
Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 engine K20A1, K20A3, K20A4, K20A6
Engine reliability and common problems:
In 2001, Honda introduced the K-series engine lineup, featuring an aluminum block with an open-deck design and cast-iron cylinder liners. It utilizes a port fuel injection system, a 16-valve aluminum cylinder head without hydraulic lifters, individual ignition coils, a VTC cam phaser on the intake, and a timing chain. Standard versions were equipped with a plastic intake manifold with variable geometry and VTEC on the intake side, while performance variants featured an aluminum manifold and VTEC on both camshafts.One of the known weaknesses of this engine family is the premature wear of the exhaust camshaft lobes, primarily affecting non-performance models without VTEC on the exhaust side. To prevent excessive wear, it is crucial to use the recommended oil viscosity and check valve clearances every 40,000 km.
The engine is highly sensitive to maintenance intervals, as dirty oil clogs the fine-mesh filters inside the VTC cam phaser and i-VTEC control valve. By 200,000 km, phase misalignment may occur due to chain elongation or wear in the VTC system.
Oil consumption is another issue. Like many aluminum engines with an open-deck design, it is prone to overheating, and its thin piston rings often become stuck. Low oil levels can lead to spun bearings, making frequent oil checks essential.
The timing chain on the K20A engine is known to stretch, especially around 200,000 km. While a stretched chain does not always produce noise, it can be diagnosed by checking the hydraulic tensioner plunger. Another method is to compare the alignment of timing marks on the cam gears and crankshaft pulley.
Other common complaints include jamming of the variable-length intake manifold system, oil leaks from the front crankshaft seal and i-VTEC control valve, and unstable idle caused by a dirty throttle body or idle air control valve.
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
| Engine displacement | 1998 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.7 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 200,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
| Power | 150 - 160 HP ON 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 190 NM ON 4100 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Honda Civic Honda CR-V Honda FR-V Honda Stream |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Honda Accord estate car [2008 - 2011] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0
Jan 2008 — Jan 2011 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 156 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.0 Automatic Jan 2008 — Jan 2011 | 2.0 Petrol | 156 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.2 TD
Jan 2008 — Jan 2011 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.2 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Honda Accord 2008 2.2 i-Dtec | 2.2 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.4
Jan 2008 — Jan 2011 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds |
2.4 Petrol | 201 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Honda Accord 2008 Tourer 2.4 Automatic
Jan 2008 — Jan 2011 Most powerfull petrol version (201 HP) |
2.4 Petrol | 201 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |