2025 Honda Accord Hybrid

Pros 

• The hybrid drivetrain gives you enough power and good gas mileage.
• There is a lot of legroom in the back.
• Large trunk.
• Good visibility for the driver.

 Cons 

• Some features that people want are only available on the highest trim levels.
• It doesn’t have an all-wheel drive or a sporty engine.

How does the Accord’s engine work? The hybrid powertrain in the Accord Sport-L was put to the test. When you drive a lot, it’s a great way to save money on gas while keeping performance high. Our Sport-L test car went from 0 to 60 mph in 7 seconds on Edmunds’ test track, which is about a second faster than most other midsize hybrid sedans in its class. This engine doesn’t have a traditional transmission, but Honda has cleverly programmed it to change the engine rpm to make it feel like it has an automatic transmission. The Accord doesn’t have the natural athleticism of earlier Accord models when it comes to control and handling, but it still handles corners pretty well.

How does the Accord make you feel? Noise that isn’t wanted stays out of the Accord’s cabin pretty well. The driver’s seat in the Accord, like those in other Honda cars, could use more padding, but it can still be adjusted so that almost anyone can be comfortable behind the wheel. The climate control system does a great job of keeping the car warm or cool. 

The wheels on our test vehicle were 19 inches, and the ride was great. During our time with it, it stayed cool, and we didn’t mind getting hit or bruised badly. We think the EX-L trim would be even better because it has smaller wheels.

How is the condition of the inside? The inside of the Honda Accord is basic. It has a big, simple center stack with buttons and knobs. We want a mass-market vehicle with a learning curve that is very close to zero. The big doors make getting in and out of the car easy, but taller people should be careful getting into the back seat because the roof slopes down. There is plenty of room in both rows, especially for tall people, but there may be little headroom. 

There are no blind spots from the driver’s seat because the windshield pillars are thin, and the rear window is big. However, we found that if we raised the driver’s seat too much, it was hard to see the whole cluster of gauges, which could be a problem for shorter drivers.

What’s wrong with the tech? The Accord has a 12.3-inch touchscreen that came with our test car. It has a sleek design and wireless connectivity for smartphones that works with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The only Honda model that comes with Google Voice Assistant and service integration is the top-of-the-line Touring. It is an unnecessary barrier since it’s a useful technological feature that could make owning a cheaper Accord a lot better. 

The Honda Sensing line of tools to help drivers is well put together. The system that keeps you in your lane can be annoying at times, but it works well when everything is going at the same time. We also like how easy it is to use adaptive cruise control—all we have to do is press a button on the steering wheel.

What’s going on with storage? You can fit everything inside the trunk, which has 16.7 cubic feet of space. Long items, such as golf bags, will fit perfectly. The space in the center console is big enough to fit smaller things. Almost everywhere has cupholders with high sides that can hold bigger water bottles. 

The LATCH points can be seen and are not blocked, and the back seats are big enough to fit more than one car seat. The only thing that could go wrong with the installation is the low roofline.

How much fuel does it use? You can store everything in the trunk, which has 16.7 cubic feet of space. The economy rating for the Accord base engine is 32 miles per gallon, and the rating for the hybrid model with smaller 17-inch wheels is 48 miles per gallon. During our real-world test, we got 41.5 mpg while driving the Accord Sport-L, which has bigger 19-inch wheels and is expected to get 44 mpg overall. Overall, this sedan is pretty fuel-efficient, though it’s not quite as good as the EPA says it is and not quite as good as other midsize hybrids we tested that went the same distance.

Do you think the Accord is worth it? The Accord is a value proposition that tells the story of two different points of view. Overall, the quality of the build is about the same as that of the best ones. There was no need to worry about cheap materials, gaps between panels, rattles, or squeaks. This car looks like it can handle normal family abuse and last a long time without breaking down. But the Accord’s less expensive trim levels don’t have as many features. One example is the Hyundai Sonata, which is similar but costs less and has more features. 

The standard Honda warranty covers the basic parts for three years or 36,000 miles, and the powertrain for five years, or 60,000 miles. As part of the basic warranty, roadside assistance is included at no extra cost. After that, you can choose from a number of service packages, though some automakers offer extra benefits for free.

The Accord is still Honda’s most popular sedan, but it isn’t the company’s center of innovation anymore. This car’s strongest points right now are its strong build and strong engine, but neither of these is very exciting. If this car had more stand-alone options and more personality, it would be the clear winner in its class.

As of this writing, Honda has yet to officially announce the 2025 Accord. If anything changes, we’ll let you know, but based on last year’s Accord, we suggest the EX-L trim level. This includes a better infotainment screen, real leather seats, and a hybrid powertrain.