A used Honda Accord can be a great choice as a first car or an upgrade, depending on what you already have. It's one of the best-selling sedans in the United States. In fact, it was the best-selling Honda vehicle in the '80s and '90s.

With a beautiful exterior, the Honda Accord has maintained a certain style throughout the generations. But it’s not all looks; the performance and comfort are worth the price. It’s commuter-friendly, especially the recent models, offering great fuel economy.

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About Honda Accord

The Honda Accord is generally considered a midsize sedan, even though its classification has changed several times throughout its lifetime. It’s a four-door sedan that was released in 1976. Today, the car is in its 11th generation, which was introduced in the 2023 model year.

It wasn’t until the 1980s that the Honda Accord became popular. Thanks to a spacious interior, smooth ride, and advanced features, the Honda Accord became an icon then. While you may have seen it as a sedan only, back then, Honda also made it available in other body types, like the coupe and wagon.

Hybrid models were introduced in 2005, when the Accord was in its seventh generation, and have continued to be available in all trims. Under the hood, the Accord has a turbocharged 1.5- or 2.0-liter engine, depending on the trim. The hybrid variants typically feature a 2.0-liter engine.

Honda offers various trims for the Honda Accord. The base trims are non-hybrid, whereas the more premium trims have a hybrid drivetrain.

LX: This is the entry-level trim with a 1.5-liter turbocharged VTEC engine. It has all the essential features, such as power windows, climate control, and an infotainment system.
EX: This is also a non-hybrid trim with the same engine as the base trim. However, it has more comfort and convenience features, such as leather upholstery and heated seats.
Sport: This trim focuses on a sportier driving experience with firmer suspension, larger wheels, and more aggressive exterior styling. Beginning with the latest generation, it now features a hybrid drivetrain.
Hybrid: Although the exact trim name may vary, hybrid trims offer the best fuel economy and include more advanced safety and driver assistance features.
Touring: This top-of-the-line trim offers the ultimate in luxury, technology, and performance, with features like premium audio systems, advanced driver assistance systems, and adaptive suspension.

Over the years, hybrid trims have become the focal point, offering most features. With the latest generation, even the Touring trim is a hybrid.

Key Features

Here are three primary features of the Honda Accord that make it an excellent choice:

Spacious Interior

Although the Accord has evolved from a compact car to a midsize sedan, it has always prioritized interior space. Whether it's legroom, headroom, or cargo capacity, the Honda Accord delivers a comfortable and practical cabin for passengers and their belongings. For this reason, several of its model years were classified as full-size sedans.

Automatic Transmission

Since its very first generation, the Honda Accord has featured an automatic transmission. That’s a desirable feature for many who appreciate the convenience of not changing gears. Since the 2021 model year, an automatic transmission has been standard. Since the introduction of the 10th generation in 2017, Honda has also incorporated CVT (continuous variable transmission) in higher trims, which offers an even smoother ride and more fuel efficiency.

Navigation

As technology advanced, Honda integrated navigation systems into the Accord lineup. Navigation technology was introduced for the first time with the 1981 model. Since the 2000s, it’s part of the infotainment system in the vehicle. The system is reliable and user-friendly, improving the driver experience, especially during long trips outside the city.

Performance

In terms of performance, the Honda Accord is one of those cars that balances engine power with efficient fuel consumption. Even the gasoline-only models in recent generations offer decent fuel economy. For instance, the 2020 Honda Accord has an EPA-rated combined city and highway average fuel consumption of 30 miles per gallon. The hybrid gets as high as 48 miles per gallon.

This model has primarily featured a four-cylinder engine with various capacities over the years. While the performance is decent, it’s not as powerful as the six-cylinder engine offered until 2017. So, if you’re looking for faster acceleration, you may want a used Honda Accord from 2017 or earlier.

On recent models (10th generation and above), the base trim has 192 horsepower and 192 ft.-lb. of power. This is the highest power and torque on the base model since the car's inception. With the bigger 2.0-liter engine, the power increases to 252 horsepower and torque to 273 ft.-lb.

Safety

The modern Honda Accord enjoys various standard safety features, including automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and airbags. However, more advanced driver assist and safety features like blind-spot monitoring and parking sensors are extra, so you may not find them on every used Honda Accord.

The Honda Accord has maintained a perfect five-star overall safety rating in the National Highway Transport Administration tests.

Alternatives

Here are two comparable alternatives to the Honda Accord in terms of features, performance, and price point.

Toyota Camry: The Camry is Toyota’s answer to Honda’s Accord. It's classified the same as the Accord and is just as spacious, if not more. Unlike the Accord, the Camry’s engine options start at 2.0-liter. In terms of style and look, the Toyota Camry is more conservative. However, you’ll get a similarly nice interior, especially on the higher trims.
Mazda6: If you’re more into driving features and performance, the Mazda6 may be a better choice. It’s well known for its sharp handling, responsive steering, and quick acceleration. The downside, however, is that it’s not as spacious as the Honda Accord. As for the interior, it’s quite streamlined, with even more luxurious additions like heated steering on the higher trims of recent models.

Buy a Used Honda Accord at EchoPark

Americans have loved the Honda Accord since the 1980s. While some may prefer its fuel economy and stylish look, others, especially families, go for its generous space. If it’s the right car for you and your family, let EchoPark Automotive find you the best used Honda Accords within your budget.

With detailed descriptions and specifications, you can easily find a model that best meets your needs. When you’re ready, visit and take it for a spin. Check out EchoPark for your next car purchase!

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