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2025 Honda Accord
The 2025 Honda Accord, two years after its redesign, adds a new SE trim with black 17-inch wheels and trim, a 15-watt wireless charging pad on Hybrids and a heated steering wheel on the Touring. It starts at $29,445. NHTSA lists two recalls, a Hybrid control-module software error and a spare-tire repair kit issue, and 108 complaints, led by steering (43).
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain1.5L turbo or two-motor hybrid
Output192 / 204 hp
DrivetrainFWD
Seating5
Decision answers31Trim, ownership and verification
What changed on the 2025 Honda Accord
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Hybrid models get a new 15-watt wireless phone charging pad and the Touring now comes standard with a heated steering wheel, and the new SE has black window trim, black 17-inch wheels, black mirror caps and a black shark-fin antenna. Hondaride (opens in a new tab) says the Accord enters 2025 just two years removed from a full redesign, so changes are measured.
U.S. News (opens in a new tab) lists a 7-inch touch screen, a 10.2-inch digital gauge cluster, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a Wi-Fi hot spot as standard on the base car. Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) lists a starting sticker price of $29,445 and a Fair Purchase Price of $27,500 for the LX.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists two recall campaigns for the 2025 Accord. 25V785000, from November 2025, covers a software error in the integrated control module of 2023-2025 Accord Hybrids. 26V366000, from June 2026, covers pressure that may build within the temporary spare tire when using the tire repair kit on Accord Hybrids and CR-V Hybrids.
Owners have filed 108 complaints: steering with 43, unknown or other with 27, service brakes and forward collision avoidance with 16 each, electrical system with 15 and lane departure with 9. CarProbs (opens in a new tab) lists the filings, including a loss-of-drive-power crash report on a Hybrid, and Consumer Reports (opens in a new tab) keeps a reliability page.
2025 Accord against the Camry, Sonata, Altima and Legacy
EPA rates the 2025 Accord at 32 to 48 mpg combined and $1,300 to $1,950 a year in fuel. The Toyota Camry lists 44 to 51 at $1,200 to $1,400, the Hyundai Sonata 27 to 47 at $1,350 to $2,300, the Nissan Altima 28 to 31 at $2,000 to $2,250, and the Subaru Legacy 26 to 30 at $2,100 to $2,400. The Accord beats the Altima and Legacy and trails the all-hybrid Camry.
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Record summary
What to know first
The 2025 Accord uses a 192-horsepower turbo engine on LX and SE, while the upper four trims use a 204-horsepower hybrid system.
Model-year note
The trim ladder doubles as a powertrain boundary: Sport and above are hybrid configurations for 2025.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| LX | Entry trim | 1.5L turbo engine standard, 192 hp, 10.2-inch driver information interface standard, Four-speaker audio system standard |
| SE | Trim 2 of 6 | Heated front seats and power moonroof standard, Dual-zone automatic climate control standard, 8-speaker audio system standard |
| Sport Hybrid | Trim 3 of 6 | Two-motor hybrid powertrain standard, 204 hp, 12.3-inch touchscreen with Amazon Alexa built in, Wireless phone charger standard |
| EX-L Hybrid | Trim 4 of 6 | Leather-trimmed seats with driver memory standard, Parking sensors standard, Heated side mirrors standard |
| Sport-L Hybrid | Trim 5 of 6 | 19-inch matte-black alloy wheels standard, Rear decklid spoiler standard, 12.3-inch touchscreen with Amazon Alexa built in |
| Touring Hybrid | Top trim | Head-up display standard, Ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel standard, Bose Premium Sound System standard |
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Entry trim
LX
- 1.5L turbo engine standard, 192 hp
- 10.2-inch driver information interface standard
- Four-speaker audio system standard
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03Trim 2 of 6
SE
- Heated front seats and power moonroof standard
- Dual-zone automatic climate control standard
- 8-speaker audio system standard
Trim 3 of 6
Sport Hybrid
- Two-motor hybrid powertrain standard, 204 hp
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with Amazon Alexa built in
- Wireless phone charger standard
04
Trim 4 of 6
EX-L Hybrid
- Leather-trimmed seats with driver memory standard
- Parking sensors standard
- Heated side mirrors standard
05
Trim 5 of 6
Sport-L Hybrid
- 19-inch matte-black alloy wheels standard
- Rear decklid spoiler standard
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with Amazon Alexa built in
06
Top trim
Touring Hybrid
- Head-up display standard
- Ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel standard
- Bose Premium Sound System standard
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2025 Honda Accord: 2 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (i-VTEC, Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | FWD | 192 | 192 | 29 / 37 / 32 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| SE | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (i-VTEC, Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | FWD | 192 | 192 | 29 / 37 / 32 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 3,239 lb | 195.7 in | 57.1 in | 111.4 in | 38.4 ft | 14.8 gal | 39.5 in | 42.3 in | P225/50R17 |
| SE | 3,280 lb | 195.7 in | 57.1 in | 111.4 in | 38.4 ft | 14.8 gal | 37.5 in | 42.3 in | P225/50R17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2025 Honda Accord trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | LX | SE |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | – | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning with automatic braking | Std | Std |
| Driver-attention monitor | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||
| Text-message reader | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||
| Heated front seats | – | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Opt | Opt |
| Remote liftgate or trunk release | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Opt | Opt |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
3 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48504Accord | 1.5L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 37 | 32 | N/A |
| 48505Accord Hybrid | 2L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 51 | 44 | 48 | N/A |
| 48497Accord Hybrid Sport/Touring | 2L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 46 | 41 | 44 | N/A |
Direct answers
31 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 Accord come in?
The 2025 Honda Accord (midsize sedan) comes in 6 trims: LX, SE, Sport Hybrid, EX-L Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Touring Hybrid.
Source: Honda
Q02What are the 2025 Accord trims?
The 2025 Honda Accord trims are LX, SE, Sport Hybrid, EX-L Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Touring Hybrid, listed from the entry LX up to the top Touring Hybrid.
Source: Honda
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 Accord use?
The 2025 Honda Accord is built around 1.5L turbo or two-motor hybrid, rated at 192 / 204 horsepower across its midsize sedan body style.
Source: Honda specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 Accord?
The 2025 Honda Accord is offered with FWD.
Source: Honda specifications
Q05What changed for the 2025 Accord?
The trim ladder doubles as a powertrain boundary: Sport and above are hybrid configurations for 2025.
Source: Honda model-year information
Q06Which driver-assistance features are standard on a 2025 Honda Accord?
The 2025 Honda Accord is documented with Parking sensors standard, Head-up display standard.
Source: Manufacturer equipment table and owner’s manual
Q07How did the 2025 Honda Accord do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
The 2025 Honda Accord earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 5 stars for rollover resistance, a 9.5% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q08How much is the destination charge on the 2025 Honda Accord?
Kelley Blue Book's review of the 2025 Honda Accord puts the destination charge, the fee for delivering the vehicle from the factory to the dealer, at $1,095. It is added to the base price.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q09How much engine oil does the 2025 Honda Accord hold?
The 2025 Honda Accord owner's manual gives an engine-oil capacity of 3.7 US quarts when the oil filter is changed at the same time. Source: 2025 Honda Accord owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q10What torque do the 2025 Honda Accord's wheel nuts need?
The 2025 Honda Accord owner's manual gives 80 lb-ft as the wheel-nut tightening torque. Source: 2025 Honda Accord owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q11What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2025 Honda Accord use?
The 2025 Honda Accord owner's manual names R-1234yf air-conditioning refrigerant and a CR2032 coin-cell battery in the key fob. Source: 2025 Honda Accord owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q12How much does a 2025 Honda Accord cost?
$33,655 to $39,300 across the 4 trims Honda prices: $33,655 for the Sport Hybrid and $39,300 for the Touring Hybrid. Those are starting MSRPs read 2026-09-10, before destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
Q13What engine does the 2025 Honda Accord LX have?
The 2025 Accord LX and SE use a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine making 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque.
Source: Honda News specifications release / dealer research pages
Q14What engine does the 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid have?
The Accord Hybrid trims (Sport, Sport-L, EX-L, Touring) use a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder paired with an electric motor for a combined 204 horsepower; the electric motor alone produces 247 lb-ft of torque from 0-2,000 rpm.
Source: Honda News specifications release
Q15Does the 2025 Honda Accord have a V6 engine option?
No. The current-generation Accord dropped its V6 option; every 2025 trim uses either the 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder (LX, SE) or the 2.0-liter hybrid four-cylinder system (Sport, Sport-L, EX-L, Touring).
Source: Honda News specifications release
Q16What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Honda Accord LX?
The gas-only LX and SE trims are EPA-rated at 29 MPG city, 37 MPG highway and 32 MPG combined.
Source: EPA fuel economy figures via dealer research pages
Q17What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid?
Sport, Sport-L and Touring hybrid trims are rated at 46 city, 41 highway and 44 combined MPG. The EX-L hybrid trim is rated higher, at 51 city, 44 highway and 48 combined MPG.
Source: EPA fuel economy figures via dealer research pages
Q18Why does the 2025 Accord EX-L Hybrid get better MPG than the Sport Hybrid?
EX-L is rated at 48 MPG combined versus 44 MPG combined for Sport, Sport-L and Touring: all four share the same 204-hp hybrid powertrain, so the gap comes from EX-L's smaller wheels and lighter equipment rather than a different engine.
Source: EPA fuel economy figures via dealer research pages
Q19What are the 2025 Honda Accord trim levels?
The 2025 Accord is available in six trim levels: LX, SE, Sport, EX-L, Sport-L and Touring.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q20What size is the touchscreen on the 2025 Honda Accord?
The standard infotainment system uses a 7-inch touchscreen; every 2025 Accord Hybrid trim steps up to a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen with Alexa built in.
Source: Dealer technology research pages
Q21Does the 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid have wireless Apple CarPlay?
Yes, the 2025 Accord Hybrid's 12.3-inch touchscreen includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto along with built-in Alexa support.
Source: Dealer technology research pages
Q22What safety system is standard on the 2025 Honda Accord?
Honda Sensing is standard on every 2025 Accord, bundling the Collision Mitigation Braking System, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Road Departure Mitigation System.
Source: Dealer safety-feature research pages
Q23Does the 2025 Honda Accord have adaptive cruise control?
Yes, the Lane Keeping Assist System with Traffic Jam Assist combines adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping aid, helping reduce driver fatigue in stop-and-go traffic at speeds of 31 mph or less.
Source: Dealer safety-feature research pages
Q24What is the warranty on a 2025 Honda Accord?
The 2025 Accord's Powertrain Limited Warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles.
Source: Dealer warranty research pages
Q25How big is the fuel tank on the 2025 Honda Accord?
Gas-powered LX and SE trims carry a 14.8-gallon fuel tank; hybrid trims carry a smaller 12.8-gallon tank to make room for the hybrid battery.
Source: Honda technical specifications (techinfo.honda.com)
Q26Is the 2025 Honda Accord bigger than the Toyota Camry?
Yes. The Accord has more backseat legroom and a slightly bigger trunk than the Camry, making it the roomier of the two midsize sedans.
Source: Dealer cross-model comparison pages (Accord vs. Camry)
Q27Does the 2025 Accord or Camry drive better?
Reviewers give the Accord the edge in engine power, acceleration and handling; the Camry counters with a hybrid-only lineup rated at 46-51 MPG combined versus the Accord's mixed gas/hybrid range.
Source: Dealer cross-model comparison pages (Accord vs. Camry)
Q28Should I buy a 2025 Honda Accord or a 2025 Toyota Camry?
The Accord suits buyers who prioritize interior space and driving dynamics and want the option of a non-hybrid gas engine; the Camry suits buyers who want maximum fuel efficiency and don't mind a hybrid-only powertrain. Both are reliable midsize sedans.
Source: Dealer cross-model comparison pages (Accord vs. Camry)
Q29What is the difference between Accord LX and Accord Sport Hybrid?
LX uses the 192-hp 1.5-liter turbo gas engine rated at 32 MPG combined; Sport Hybrid uses the 204-hp 2.0-liter hybrid system rated at 44 MPG combined. Sport Hybrid trades a small tank-capacity reduction (12.8 gal vs. 14.8 gal) for meaningfully better efficiency.
Source: Honda News specifications release / EPA figures
Q30What size wheels does the 2025 Honda Accord have?
The 2025 Honda Accord's wheel diameter is 17 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q31How do the 2025 Honda Accord trims differ from one another?
All 2 trims share the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (i-VTEC, Turbo) making 192 hp. The SE has blind-spot alert, heated front seats, heated mirrors and a power driver's seat as standard equipment over the LX.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2025 Honda Accord.
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