Compare 2026 vs 2025 Honda Accord
| 2026 Honda Accord | 2025 Honda Accord |
Engine | |
| 1.5L Turbocharged I-4 | 1.5L Turbocharged I-4 |
Horsepower | |
| 192 hp | 192 hp |
MPG (City/Highway) | |
| 29/37 * | 29/37 * |
Standard Infotainment Display | |
| 9.0-inch touchscreen | 7.0-inch touchscreen |
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | |
| Standard | Available |
2026 Honda Accord vs 2025 Honda Accord
Serving Murfreesboro, TN
For decades, the Honda Accord has been the go-to sedan that drivers in the Murfreesboro area and beyond have sought out. In 2026, the Accord is a mid-generation model that raises the bar with a few meaningful improvements. What are the differences between the 2025 Honda Accord and the 2026 version?
Performance
The performance capabilities of the 2026 Accord are identical to those of the 2025 Accord. The LX and SE trim levels draw 192 horsepower and 192 pound-feet of torque from a turbo 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine. The remaining trim levels continue to have a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder hybrid powertrain. This unit delivers 204 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. Both powertrains come with front-wheel drive and a continuously variable automatic transmission.
Appearance
The only design updates available for the 2026 Honda Accord are on the two Sport and SE trim levels. The Sport trim levels now have additional black accents for a broodier look. On the Accord SE, you’ll find that the 17-inch wheels offered in 2025 have grown to 19 inches in 2026. Overall, the Accord’s core design is unchanged. This model features a sharply sloped hood and a tapered nose for a sporty look. Across the upper section of the smooth door panels, you’ll find a pinstripe accent that arches upward gracefully. On the Accord’s nose, the small, hexagonal grille is styled with sharply defined corners and horizontal crossbars. The angled, triangular headlights are topped by an LED bar and show off a row of three bulbs.
Features
If you choose the 2026 Accord LX or SE trim levels, your new Accord will feature a larger infotainment screen. Otherwise, the features are unchanged between the 2025 and 2026 model years, trim by trim. Some of the many features offered in both model years are leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rear mirror, driver’s side memory settings, sport pedals, a Bose audio system with 12 speakers, rain-sensing wipers, a head-up display, a Google infotainment system, heated front and rear seats, and many additional features
Test Drive the Honda Accord Today
Honda of Murfreesboro is your trusted source for complete details about the updated Accord sedan. To compare the trim levels and review the updates in person, visit our Honda dealership today.
2026 vs 2025 Honda Accord FAQs at Honda of Murfreesboro
Q: What’s new for the 2026 Honda Accord?
A: The 2026 Honda Accord carries over the same powertrains as the 2025 model but adds updated styling on Sport trims with more black accents and larger 19-inch wheels on the SE trim. LX and SE trims also receive a larger infotainment screen.
Q: Are there performance differences between the 2025 and 2026 Honda Accord?
A: No. Both model years offer a 192-horsepower 1.5L turbocharged engine on LX and SE trims and a 204-horsepower hybrid powertrain on higher trims. Front-wheel drive and a CVT are standard.
Q: Does the 2026 Honda Accord offer a hybrid option?
A: Yes. The Accord Hybrid features a 2.0L four-cylinder hybrid system producing 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque.
Q: Which trims get design updates for 2026?
A: The Sport trims gain additional black exterior accents, and the SE trim upgrades to 19-inch wheels for 2026.
Q: Has the interior changed for 2026?
A: LX and SE trims receive a larger infotainment touchscreen. Other features remain consistent with 2025 on a trim-by-trim basis.
Q: What technology features are available on the 2026 Honda Accord?
A: Available features include a Google-based infotainment system, Bose premium audio with 12 speakers, head-up display, heated front and rear seats, leather upholstery, and driver memory settings.
Q: Is the 2026 Honda Accord fuel-efficient?
A: Yes. The turbocharged and hybrid powertrains are designed to deliver strong fuel economy for daily commuting in Murfreesboro and surrounding areas.
Q: Where can I compare the 2025 and 2026 Honda Accord near Murfreesboro, TN?
A: You can test drive and compare both model years at Honda of Murfreesboro.
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* 2026 Honda Accord: 29 city/37 highway/32 combined mpg rating for LX. 28 city/36 highway/31 combined mpg rating for SE. 46 city/41 highway/44 combined mpg rating for Sport, Sport-L, and Touring Hybrid trims. 51 city/44 highway/48 combined for EX-L Hybrid trim. 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.
* 2025 Honda Accord: 29 city/37 highway/32 combined mpg rating for LX and SE. 51 city/44 highway/48 combined mpg rating for EX-L. 46 city/41 highway/44 combined mpg rating for Sport, Sport-L and Touring. Based on 2025 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.
