I'm currently driving a 2021 Touring Accord Hybrid, and I have to say, I really like it. My lease is coming due in a few months, and I was thinking about getting a new 2025 TAH, but then I found out about the features that Honda was dropping from the 2025 TAH, compared to my 2021 vehicle:

* Garmin maps and SiriusXM are gone, probably at the insistence of Google, since Google Maps and Android Auto are now built-in. I hate Android Auto.
* The adaptive damper system is gone, which is what sold me on the vehicle in 2021. This really smooths out the ride.
* No more fog lights, which I do use when needed.

I wonder if there are any other features from the last generation that have been dropped for 2025.

And we get no new features for 2025, unless you call Bose sound a new feature. In the first place, Bose isn't going to put their really good stuff into a Honda Accord, and the car is not exactly quiet on the highway, so Bose won't make a difference.

So I'm really bummed about the 2025 TAH and I'm seriously thinking of looking at different brands. If anyone agrees or disagrees with me, I'd really appreciate hearing your thoughts.

 

I the purpose of this email is not to sound combative in any way. Please accept it in that manner.

Some of the things you indicate are absolutely accurate. No XM (not a loss for me as I don't use it nor do I want to pay to listen to it when I can stream so many other content providers), no fog lights (that would have been nice to have). As to the new options, the Bose system is pretty good in my opinion. The car, without any music on, actually is a VERY quiet ride. The Touring line uses Active Noise Canceling as well as other things to make ensure the cabin is silent (well nearly silent). As to the steering and the ride can be adjusted by changing the "mode" and you can even define your own combination within the INDIVIDUAL mode. I like it! As to net-new features, the Touring now has a heated steering wheel...while nice to have, it's only one feature.

I would point out that the 25 Accord Touring has a different version of entertainment software for the head unit...it's different that the '23 & '24...for the better in my opinion.

 

This is not the same as adaptive dampers.

 

There are many many complaints about the 11th gen low uncomfortable passenger seats on other forums. I am surprised that has not been addressed in this forum.