2010 Honda Accord: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026

The 2010 Honda Accord is a light-update model, led by Bluetooth becoming standard on EX-L trims. It keeps the same basic sedan and coupe lineup, engines, styling, and chassis as 2009.
About the 2010 Honda Accord
8th generation North American Accord (2008-2012), third model year, one year before the 2011 exterior refresh.
Honda sells the 2010 Accord as a midsize car that blends practicality with a more engaging feel than many rivals. The brochure leans on the idea that power and efficiency can live together, while the cabin is designed around everyday usability rather than flash. What sets this Accord apart is its roomy interior, strong reputation for durability, choice of sedan or coupe body styles, and a range that runs from simple commuter trims to V6 and leather-lined versions.
The 2010 Accord ranges from the straightforward LX sedan to the sportier LX-S coupe, which has a 190-hp four-cylinder, 17-inch alloy wheels, and a rear spoiler. EX models add features such as a moonroof and heated mirrors, while EX-L models bring leather upholstery, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and upgraded audio.
What changed, by category
2010 Honda Accord specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, i-VTEC, 2.4L / V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, i-VTEC, 2.4L | V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, i-VTEC, 2.4L / V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, i-VTEC, 2.4L | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, i-VTEC, 2.4L |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19–21 mpg | 21 mpg | 17–21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29–31 mpg | 31 mpg | 25–31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 190–271 hp | 177 hp | 190–271 hp | 177 hp | 190 hp |
| Torque | 162–254 lb-ft | 161 lb-ft | 162–254 lb-ft | 161 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 11.9–14 cu-ft | 14 cu-ft | 11.9–14 cu-ft | 14 cu-ft | 11.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.1–37.2 in | 37.2 in | 33.1–37.2 in | 37.2 in | 33.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 2 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2010 Honda Accord redesigned?
No. The 2010 Accord keeps the eighth-generation sedan and coupe design introduced for 2008. Its updates are limited to equipment and fuel-economy changes.
Does the 2010 Honda Accord EX-L have standard Bluetooth?
Yes. Bluetooth hands-free calling is standard on the 2010 Accord EX-L; for 2009, it was tied to the navigation system.
Which 2010 Accord sedans have rear-seat ventilation ducts?
The 2010 Accord EX and EX-L sedans have rear-seat ventilation ducts. This comfort feature was added to those sedan trims for 2010.
Did the 2010 Honda Accord get better fuel economy than the 2009 model?
Yes, but only slightly on four-cylinder models with the automatic transmission. For example, the LX and LX-P sedans rise from 30 to 31 mpg on the highway, while their engines and transmissions remain unchanged.
Did the 2010 Accord receive new styling or major safety changes?
No. The 2010 Accord has no meaningful exterior redesign or major lineup-wide safety change, and its body structure and chassis carry over.
Sources
- automobiles.honda.com — 2009 / Accord Sedan / 2009 Accord Sedan Factsheet
- automobiles.honda.com — 2009 / Accord Coupe / 2009 Accord Coupe Factsheet
- automobiles.honda.com — 2010 / Accord Sedan / 2010 Accord Sedan Factsheet
- automobiles.honda.com — 2010 / Accord Coupe / 2010 Accord Coupe Factsheet
- automobiles.honda.com — 2011 / Accord Sedan / 2011 Accord Sedan Factsheet
- automobiles.honda.com — 2011 / Accord Coupe / 2011 Accord Coupe Factsheet
- automobiles.honda.com — 2010 / Accord Sedan / 2010 Accord Sedan Brochure
- automobiles.honda.com — 2010 / Accord Coupe / 2010 Accord Coupe Brochure