Honda Accord

The Honda Accord’s 2023 redesign wasn’t particularly dramatic, but it did bring sleeker and more angular exterior styling, with a crisp new grille, thinner headlights and an overall sportier, fastback-inspired look. The Accord’s hybrid powertrain was more closely integrated to the overall lineup; a new 204-horsepower hybrid four-cylinder, borrowed from Honda’s CR-V compact SUV, was positioned as the step-up engine choice. The hybrid delivered more power as well as better fuel efficiency than the base turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder, which was carried over from the previous-generation Accord and now offered only on the entry LX and EX trims. Noteworthy interior updates included a standard digital gauge display, air vents integrated behind  honeycomb-pattern dashboard trim, and an available 12.3-inch touchscreen display that used Honda’s new Google-based infotainment system.

Lower, wider, lighter and riding on a 2-inch-longer wheelbase, the 10th-generation redesign brought a more aggressive look, new turbocharged engines, and additional tech and safety features. The interior grew more spacious despite a slight reduction in overall length. A 192-horsepower, turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder became the standard engine, while the V-6 was retired in favor of a 252-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. Transmission choices include a continuously variable automatic with the 1.5-liter and a new 10-speed automatic for the 2.0-liter. Both engines can be paired with a six-speed manual in Sport trim. New tech features included an optional 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system, onboard Wi-Fi, a head-up display and wireless phone charging. Standard safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning.

Rather than growing in size, the 2013 Accord made big gains in features, connectivity and safety. New tech features included standard Bluetooth and a backup camera, while safety options included lane departure and forward collision warning systems. Powertrain choices included a 185-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder matched with a CVT or a six-speed manual, while the 278-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 was paired with a six-speed automatic or manual. New hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains joined the lineup shortly after its introduction.

A substantial bump in size made the Accord slightly wider and 3 inches longer, resulting in a more spacious interior that benefited rear-seat passengers. The 2.4-liter four-cylinder was good for 177 hp in base models and 190 hp in more upscale trims. The optional V-6 got a power boost to 268 hp. New safety features included dual-stage airbags and emergency brake assist.