Accord IX vs ES VI (XV60): which is better?
Honda Accord IX (2012–2017) vs Lexus ES VI (XV60) (2012–2018): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Honda Accord IX
Lexus ES VI (XV60)Specifications
| Honda Accord IX | Lexus ES VI (XV60) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2012–2017 | 2012–2018 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.4 | 2.5 (ES250) |
| Power, up to | 180 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque, up to | 237 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 890 mm | 4 900 mm |
| Width | 1 850 mm | 1 820 mm |
| Height | 1 465 mm | 1 450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 775 mm | 2 820 mm |
| Fuel tank | 65 L | 65 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 28 750 ₸ | ≈ 29 450 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Honda Accord IX
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Honda K20/K24 engine: VTC actuator rattle on cold start
Engine (Honda K20/K24): VTC actuator rattle on cold start; oil consumption on the K24Z (2008–2012); crankshaft seal leak.
Lexus ES VI (XV60)
Pros
- Japanese Aisin automatic
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Toyota 2AR-FE engine (2.5): VVT-i actuator rattle on cold start
- Aisin gearbox (Toyota/Lexus 4–8-speed automatic): jolts when shifting at high mileage
Engine (Toyota 2AR-FE (2.5)): VVT-i coupling rattle on cold start; water pump leak; at high mileage — increased oil consumption.
Gearbox (Aisin (Toyota/Lexus 4–8-speed automatic)): shift shocks at high mileage; solenoid wear from old oil.
Which one to choose
- Accord IX — if you care more about: torque, kz tax 2026.
- ES VI (XV60) — if you care more about: power, wheelbase.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Accord IX or ES VI (XV60)?
Accord IX: up to 180 hp, ES VI (XV60): up to 184 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Accord IX — about 28 750 ₸, ES VI (XV60) — about 29 450 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.