2012 Honda Accord: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The main change for the 2012 Honda Accord is that USB audio becomes standard across the full lineup. Otherwise, this is a quiet final year for the eighth-generation Accord, with no major redesign before the all-new 2013 model.

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About the 2012 Honda Accord

8th generation (2008-2012), final year before the all-new 2013 redesign.

Honda positions the Accord as a midsize car that blends practicality with driver appeal rather than forcing buyers to pick one or the other. The brochure frames it as balance without compromise: roomy and sensible enough for everyday family duty, but still attractive, efficient and enjoyable to drive. Its main draw versus rivals is that broad mix of comfort, straightforward controls, solid fuel economy, coupe-or-sedan choice, and Honda’s long-standing reputation for durability and resale strength.

The 2012 Accord remains a practical sedan or a sportier two-door coupe, with four-cylinder and V6 versions. LX is the straightforward entry sedan, EX adds features such as a power moonroof and 17-inch alloy wheels, and EX-L brings leather, heated front seats, Bluetooth phone connectivity, and premium audio. The SE sedan focuses on comfort with leather and heated front seats, while LX-S serves as the coupe’s sporty starting point.

What changed, by category

Tech

USB audio becomes standard throughout the 2012 Accord lineup after being added to the LX, LX-P, and SE sedans.

Styling

The LX-P sedan’s 16-inch alloy wheels change from optional to standard equipment.

2012 Honda Accord specs and features by trim

Feature	2012 Honda AccordEX2 in stock	2012 Honda AccordLX4 in stock	2012 Honda AccordSE4 in stock	2012 Honda AccordEX-L6 in stock	2012 Honda AccordLX-P1 in stock	2012 Honda AccordLX-S1 in stock
Engine	4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter / V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter	4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter / V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter	4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, 5-Spd	Automatic, 5-Spd	Automatic, 5-Spd	Automatic, 5-Spd	Automatic, 5-Spd	Automatic, 5-Spd
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
MPG City	20–23 mpg	23 mpg	23 mpg	19–23 mpg	23 mpg	22 mpg
MPG Highway	30–34 mpg	34 mpg	34 mpg	29–34 mpg	34 mpg	33 mpg
Horsepower	190–271 hp	177 hp	177 hp	190–271 hp	177 hp	190 hp
Torque	162–254 lb-ft	161 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	1000 lb
Trunk/Cargo	11.9–14.7 cu-ft	14.7 cu-ft	14.7 cu-ft	11.9–14.7 cu-ft	14.7 cu-ft	11.9 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	33.1–37.2 in	37.2 in	37.2 in	33.1–37.2 in	37.2 in	33.1 in
Seats	5	5	5	5	5	5
Doors	2–4	4	4	2–4	4	2
Safety & Security
Alarm System
Rear View Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Heated Mirrors
Power Moonroof
Rear Spoiler
Entertainment & Electronics
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Subwoofer
USB Ports
Comfort & Convenience
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
Memory Driver's Seat
Power Driver Seat

How the 2013 Honda Accord compares

The biggest change for the 2013 Honda Accord is a full ninth-generation redesign. It brings new engines and transmissions, a stronger standard-feature list, added safety technology, and new Sport and Touring sedan trims.

See the full 2013 changes

Frequently asked questions

What changed on the 2012 Honda Accord compared with the 2011 model?

The 2012 Accord receives only light equipment updates. USB audio becomes standard across the lineup, including the LX, LX-P, and SE sedans, and the LX-P’s alloy wheels become standard rather than optional.

Is the 2012 Honda Accord a redesigned model?

No. The 2012 Accord is the final year of the eighth generation and largely carries over after the 2011 freshening; the all-new Accord arrives for 2013.

Does every 2012 Honda Accord sedan have a USB audio connection?

Yes. USB audio is standard on every 2012 Accord sedan, including the LX, LX-P, and SE trims that gain it for this model year.

Is the 2012 Honda Accord substantially different from the 2011 model?

No. The two years are very similar because 2012 is a light-update year rather than a redesign. Its main advantages are standard USB audio throughout the lineup and standard alloy wheels on the LX-P sedan.