Honda Accord: Exhaust System Reviews
An aftermarket exhaust can free up a bit of horsepower and give the Accord a bit of a bite to match its bark.
This article applies to the Honda Accord (1990-2002).
Whether your goal is better sound, increased performance, or both, an aftermarket exhaust system is a great way to differentiate your Accord from the millions of others that occupy the highways and side streets. Like any other performance accessory, exhaust system choices are seemingly endless. It's hard to know where to begin and it can take hours to research which one fits your needs. That's where this guide comes in. Keep reading as this guide runs down four of the most popular brands of aftermarket exhaust systems for the Honda Accord and determine which one is right for you.
Honda Accord Aftermarket Exhaust Systems
Megan Racing |
Apexi |
Invidia |
HKS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Price |
$418 | $1,100 | $440 | $559 |
Size |
2.5" Inlet/Pipe, 4" Tip |
60mm Pipe, 100mm Tip |
60mm Pipe, 101mm Tip |
60mm Pipe, 106mm Tip |
Performance |
N/A | Low to Mid Range | Mid to Top End | Broad Powerband |
Lifespan |
Very Good | Excellent | Good | Very Good |
Warranty |
N/A | N/A | 1 Year Parts | N/A |
Best Value: Invidia
Megan Racing
Price – $418
Size – 2.5" Inlet/Pipe, 4" Tip
Performance – N/A
Lifespan – Very good
Warranty – N/A
Megan's cat back system for the Honda Accord is made of 100% T-304 stainless steel for long lasting durability. They feature smooth bends and a straight through design that aids performance; plus, a dual-chamber silencer and built-in resonator that produce a mellow yet aggressive tone. The pipes feature a nice polish and clean welds to contribute to an overall clean look. Recommended if you want a true bolt-on with good quality for the price.
Featured Video: Honda Accord Megan Racing Muffler
Apexi
Price – $1,100
Size – 60mm Pipe, 100mm Tip
Performance – Low to mid range power
Lifespan – Excellent
Warranty – N/A
Apexi offers exhaust systems that is referred to as the ultimate in all around street performance. Quality is excellent, as the canister is fashioned from SUS304 stainless steel and the piping is made from titanium particle coated mild steel. The oval, canister muffler features a rolled tip to add to the classy look. On the inside, the system has been tuned to maximize low to mid range power through extensive dyno testing, yet the resulting noise is not excessive. The Apexi unit provides ideal looks, performance, and quality without going overboard on noise. Recommended if you want a high quality exhaust and cost is no object.
Featured Video: Accord Apexi WS2 Exhaust
Invidia
Price – $440
Size – 60mm Pipe, 101mm Tip
Performance – Mid to top end
Lifespan – Good
Warranty – 1 year parts
Invidia offers some of the features of a high-end exhaust, but without the high-end price. This system features SUS304 steel, CNC machined flanges, mandrel bent pipes, and a polished finish. Invidia's Honda Accord cat back system is tuned for optimum mid to top end power, however, it makes them less ideal for the street in regards to power range. Recommended for slightly more top-end horsepower at a relatively low price.
Featured Video: Honda Accord v6 Coupe Invidia Exhaust
HKS
Price – $559
Size – 60mm Pipe, 106mm Tip
Performance – Broad powerband
Lifespan –Very good
Warranty – N/A
HKS's Accord exhaust system provides a broad powerband, while others tend to focus on lower or upper ranges. They achieve this through extensive dyno testing, tuning, and flow analysis to provide optimum gains in horsepower and torque. The mandrel bent pipes are made from bake-coated aluminized steel piping. The muffler is packed with fiber glass, which should be more resistant to changes in sound over time. Recommended if you want a deep exhaust with a brand name and good price.
Featured Video: Honda Accord HKS Exhaust
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