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November 10, 2022 09:00 AM The 11th-generation Accord's body has been stretched seven centimetres, emphasized by front-to-back upper character lines along the side and a longer hood. The fastback
roofline remains, and the front end has been completely revised with a new upright grille and LED headlight design. OverviewThe Honda Accord is a Car and Driver favorite, winning our 10Best and Editors' Choice awards year after year with its spacious interior, driver-friendly road manners, and impeccable build quality. Now an all-new Accord is on its way for the 2023 model year, and it wears an elegant design that's arguably the prettiest ever applied to Honda's venerable family sedan. The hybrid powertrain has become a more significant part of the Accord lineup for this new generation as it's standard on all but the two least-expensive trims. Those two, the LX and EX, are powered by the familiar 192-hp, 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gas engine carried over from the outgoing model—and they come exclusively with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The upper trims are all powered by a new 204-hp, four-cylinder hybrid system borrowed essentially intact from the CR-V. The Accord's designers have complimented the handsome exterior styling by sprucing up the cabin with design elements borrowed from the recently redesigned Civic, CR-V, and HR-V, including honeycomb-pattern dash trim that hides the air vents and a freestanding rectangular infotainment display sprouting from the top of the instrument panel. Speaking of infotainment, the 2023 Accord features a host of updated tech as well, including a newly standard digital gauge display and an available 12.3-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. What's New for 2023?The 2023 model year marks the start of the 11th generation Honda Accord, which is all new and prettier than before. Now that we've gotten to see the new Accord and learn about its various trim levels and powertrains, we expect to see it on sale in early 2023. Pricing and Which One to BuyLX $28,000 (est) EX $30,000 (est) Sport Hybrid $33,000 (est) EX-L Hybrid $36,000 (est) Sport-L Hybrid $38,000 (est) Touring Hybrid $40,000 (est) We won't know the actual pricing of the new Accord until closer to the car's on-sale date, but we know it will be offered in six variations, four of them offered solely with the hybrid powertrain. When Honda announces pricing and provides details on the 2023 Accord's standard and optional features, we'll update this story and provide a recommendation for which model represents the best value. Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceThe Accord's LX and EX trims are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 192 horsepower and drives the front wheels through a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Like previous generations of the Accord, the 2023 does not offer all-wheel drive. The hybrid powertrain takes a more prominent position in the lineup. It consists of a 2.0-liter four-cylinder and two electric motors that combine for 204 horsepower, and it's the only powertrain offered on Sport, EX-L, Sport-L, and Touring models. It too works through a CVT; no manual transmission will be offered in this Accord generation. Honda says it has tweaked the suspension and steering in its family sedan to improve both ride quality and handling. We'll assess that and more when we get a production car to test drive, and we'll update this story with the new information we've gleaned. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGThe EPA hasn't released fuel economy numbers for the 2023 Accord yet, but we expect it to align closely with that of the outgoing 2022 model, which was rated for up to 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway with the turbo 1.5-liter four-cylinder and up to 48 mpg city and 47 mpg highway with the hybrid powertrain. Honda has indicated that the hybrid's EPA estimated mileage could go up by about one mile per gallon. When we get a chance, we'll take the new Accord on our 75-mph highway fuel economy route and update this story with test results. For more information about the Accord's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and CargoLike the exterior, the Accord's cabin wears a sleek design with elements borrowed from the latest new Hondas that help to tie them together with familial DNA. The HVAC air vents, for example, hide behind an expanse of honeycomb trim, a clever design element also found in the both the new Civic and the CR-V SUV. Honda says the Accord's front seats have been redesigned to more firmly support torsos and that the trunk has been carefully shaped to hold up to 16.7 cubic feet of cargo. While LX, EX, and Sport trims come with cloth upholstery, all others come with leather. Infotainment and ConnectivityAn upright 7.0- or 12.3-inch touchscreen display provides easy access to the Accord's infotainment system, and all models regardless of trim come with a 10.2-inch digital gauge display standard. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included across the lineup, but only those with the larger 12.3-inch touchscreen offer wireless connectivity for those features. High-end Touring trims come with a wireless smartphone charging pad, a 6.0-inch head-up display, and a 12-speaker Bose stereo system. Safety and Driver-Assistance FeaturesAll Accords come standard with a suite of driver-assistance tech that Honda calls Honda Sensing. The bundle of features includes basics such as automated emergency braking and lane-departure warning, as well as convenience functions such as adaptive cruise control and traffic sign recognition. For more information about the Accord's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
Warranty and Maintenance CoverageHonda's warranty coverage is adequate but falls short of the class-leading coverage periods provided by Hyundai, while the Chevrolet Malibu and the Toyota Camry stand out in this class by offering complimentary scheduled maintenance.
Will Accord be redesigned in 2023?America's best-selling car over the last five decades1, the all-new 2023 Honda Accord will re-energize the midsize sedan segment with an elegant and sophisticated design, and an available advanced hybrid-electric system that's more responsive for a sporty, exhilarating driving experience.
Will the 2023 Accord have AWD?The Accord's LX and EX trims are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 192 horsepower and drives the front wheels through a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Like previous generations of the Accord, the 2023 does not offer all-wheel drive.
Is Honda discontinuing the Accord?2022 will be the final model year for the current Accord, and Honda says that the 2023 Accord will arrive early next year.
What year will Honda Accord change body style?Honda will remake the quintessential midsize sedan for the 2023 model year. The Japanese automaker teased the redesigned 2023 Honda Accord today with photographs showing a sharply styled front end, a new look from the rear, and a high-mounted infotainment screen.
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