2026 Honda Accord: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2026 Honda Accord is better standard tech in the gas-only LX and SE, including a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless phone charging. Otherwise, this is a light trim update rather than a redesign.
About the 2026 Honda Accord
11th generation (2023-present), fourth model year with no major redesign or mid-cycle refresh.
Honda positions the Accord as a midsize sedan that blends comfort, clean design, easy-to-use tech, and strong everyday efficiency. The official site leans on an “ideal balance of power and refinement,” with the gas trims covering straightforward commuter duty and the hybrid trims adding stronger low-speed response and better fuel economy. Its core appeal is being roomy, polished, and simple to live with, while still feeling more responsive than many family sedans.
The LX remains the straightforward everyday model, while the SE adds comfort features and a more noticeable look with 19-inch wheels. The 204-hp hybrid lineup ranges from the sport-styled Sport to the leather-equipped EX-L and Sport L, with the Touring adding features such as Bose audio, a head-up display, and ventilated front seats.
What changed, by category
2026 Honda Accord specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, i-VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, i-VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, i-VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, i-VTEC, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, eCVT | Automatic, eCVT | Automatic, eCVT | Automatic, eCVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 30 mpg | 28 mpg | 48 mpg | 48 mpg | 48 mpg | 48 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 38 mpg | 36 mpg | 42 mpg | 42 mpg | 42 mpg | 42 mpg |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 192 hp | 204 hp | 204 hp | 204 hp | 204 hp |
| Torque | 192 lb-ft | 192 lb-ft | 247 lb-ft | 247 lb-ft | 247 lb-ft | 247 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16.7 cu-ft | 16.7 cu-ft | 16.7 cu-ft | 16.7 cu-ft | 16.7 cu-ft | 16.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.8 in | 40.8 in | 40.8 in | 40.8 in | 40.8 in | 40.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||
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| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||
| Driver Attention Assist Monitor | ||||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Side View Cameras | ||||||
| Top View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Honda Accord?
The biggest change is upgraded standard tech for the LX and SE. Both gas-only trims get a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and wireless phone charging.
Is the 2026 Honda Accord redesigned?
No, the 2026 Accord is not redesigned. It remains part of the 11th generation introduced for 2023 and receives only light equipment and appearance updates.
Did the 2026 Honda Accord engines change?
No, the engines carry over for 2026. The LX and SE use a 192-hp turbocharged gas engine, while the Sport, EX-L, Sport L, and Touring use a 204-hp hybrid system.
How is the 2026 Honda Accord SE different from the 2025 SE?
The 2026 SE adds a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, and 19-inch wheels in place of the previous 17-inch setup.
Is the 2026 Honda Accord worth considering over the 2025 model?
The 2026 model is most appealing over the 2025 if you are considering an LX or SE and value its larger touchscreen and wireless phone features. Differences are smaller on the hybrid trims, where the main update is extra black exterior detailing on Sport and Sport L.