2026 Honda Accord Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs
Honda Accord
Key Features
- Starting at $29,590 MSRP*
- Standard 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque and continuously variable transmission (CVT)
- 9-inch color touchscreen audio system with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
- Honda Sensing® intelligent suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies
- 10.2-inch digital instrument panel
- Optional one-touch power sliding moonroof
- Available 10-way power adjustable heated front seats
- Optional upgraded 8-speaker premium audio system
About the Honda Accord
There are countless reasons why the legendary Honda Accord has remained the top choice among midsize sedan shoppers for decade after decade. This award-winning sedan has built its reputation on unmatched innovation, style, efficiency, and long-lasting reliability to help you go the distance. The 11th-generation Honda Accord retains all of these signature characteristics and builds on them with its attractive exterior look, highlighted by sleek LED lighting signatures and alloy wheels. In terms of performance, every Accord comes equipped with a proven 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder and a responsive continuously variable transmission (CVT). From athletic handling to outstanding MPG ratings, the Honda Accord delivers both.
Take a seat behind the wheel of the Accord, and you’ll find yourself surrounded by plenty of innovative tech and premium comfort features that will transform your daily drive. Groundbreaking tech features include Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ smartphone compatibility to help you stay in touch and informed at all times. Last but not least, there’s certainly no substitute for the revolutionary Honda Sensing® intelligent suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies that both novice and experienced drivers alike will appreciate.
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What’s New for 2026
While the changes are minimal for 2026, there are still a few impressive upgrades to the legendary Honda Accord that will catch the eye of midsize sedan shoppers. Perhaps the most notable is the addition of the previously optional 9-inch color touchscreen display with wireless smartphone integration as a standard feature on all trim levels. Stepping up to the Accord SE trim means you’ll now receive new 19-inch alloy wheels for an even more stylish look.
Honda Accord Features
Style & Performance
Both sophisticated and sleek, the bold exterior look of the Honda Accord helps you make a memorable first impression. Expanded dimensions compared to the prior generation allows the Accord to deliver a smooth and composed ride that remains responsive and athletic at all times. Its composed and confident driving manners are also made possible by a wide front/rear track and available alloy wheels. In terms of power, the Accord comes standard with a balanced 1.5-liter VTEC® turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that cranks out an impressive 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque, paired with an advanced continuously variable transmission (CVT). In tandem, this proven powertrain has everything you need to take your adventures further than ever before. Expressive exterior paint choices help your Honda Accord reflect a personality as unique as your own.
Tech-Focused Cabin
Both drivers and passengers are sure to be impressed by the ergonomic yet upscale interior found inside the Honda Accord. Front and center is where you’ll find its impressive standard full-color 9-inch touchscreen that offers plenty of personalization options. All of your favorite multimedia functions on your compatible smartphone will ride alongside you thanks to standard wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ smartphone integration. Over-the-air software update capabilities help this cutting-edge system deliver the latest and greatest in terms of infotainment at all times. Other examples of upscale features available inside the Honda Accord include a one-touch power sliding moonroof along with power-adjustable heated front seats. A quick glance is all that’s needed to check important drive information via its standard 10.2-inch digital instrument panel.
Honda Sensing® Safety Technologies
Every Honda Accord benefits from the unrivaled peace of mind and reassurance made possible by the standard Honda Sensing® collection of safety and driver-assist technologies. Both experienced and novice drivers can use a helping hand from time to time. That’s precisely the reason why features like Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM), and Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS) are included as standard on every Accord model. Even on long journeys, a handy driver-awareness monitor can suggest taking a break in the event that the driver begins to demonstrate signs of reduced attention or drowsiness. Inside and out, the Honda Accord is always prioritizing your safety.
Trims & Specs
LX
- Starting at $29,590 MSRP*
- 192-horsepower 1.5-liter turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 4-cylinder engine
- 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™
- Honda Sensing®
- 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster
- LED headlights, DRL, taillights, and turn signals
SE
- Starting at $31,890 MSRP*
- Heated front seats
- 10-way power driver’s seat including power lumbar
- 8-Speaker, 180-Watt Audio System
- One-Touch Power Moonroof
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
*MSRP includes $1,195.00 destination but excludes tax, license, registration, and options. Dealers set own prices. MSRP does not include $455 charge for select premium colors.
**29 city/37 highway/32 combined mpg rating for LX. 28 city/36 highway/31 combined mpg rating for SE. Based on 2026 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid trims) and other factors.