2025 Honda Accord: Key Specs, Driving Feel and Safety Features

Explore the 2025 Honda Accord’s performance, comfort, fuel economy and safety features. Find out what’s new in this updated midsize sedan.

The 2025 Honda Accord arrives not with a bang, but with the quiet confidence of a car that knows its place — and earns it. In a market overflowing with options, Honda leans into its strengths: balance, safety, and an understated sense of control.

Refined Trims, Familiar Heart

Honda trims the lineup to just two gas-powered options: the base LX and the new SE, replacing the outgoing EX. Both come equipped with a 1.5L turbocharged inline-4 producing 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels through a CVT, bringing the 0-60 time to about 7.2 seconds. Fuel economy is solid at 29 mpg city and 37 mpg highway on regular gas.

Steering and Handling That Invite Engagement

The Accord has long been praised for its driver-centric dynamics, and the 2025 model continues the tradition. Steering feel is weighty and precise — unusually satisfying for a car in this class. The suspension transmits some road imperfections, but not in a punishing way. Brake feel is firm, and the 60-0 stopping distance of 121 feet reinforces confidence.

Subtle Design, with a Nod to the Past

Visually, the Accord avoids the trend of excessive chrome or exaggerated grilles. The slim, low-slung hood line adds athleticism, and details like the small retro-style Honda badge on the trunk are charming throwbacks. LED headlights and taillights are standard, as are automatic high beams.

Function Comes First

With 16.7 cubic feet of trunk space, the Accord continues to lead its class. Rear seat passengers get limo-like legroom at 40.8 inches, plus rear vents, USB-C charging ports, and a fold-down armrest — thoughtful touches that make daily life easier.

Interior: Practical but Modern

Inside, the 10.2" digital instrument panel looks crisp and covers all essentials, while the 7" touchscreen feels a bit undersized in today’s world. Nonetheless, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an intuitive UI keep things user-friendly. The 8-speaker audio system in the SE trim does a decent job, particularly with digital sources.

Safety Remains a Strong Suit

Honda’s safety credentials continue to impress. The Accord earns the coveted IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating, and comes standard with the Honda Sensing suite — including adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, driver attention monitoring, and more. Importantly, many of these features are standard where others charge extra.

The 2025 Honda Accord doesn't chase trends. It refines what it already does well — delivering practical performance, smart packaging, and serious safety. One notable omission is the lack of an AWD option — something competitors like the Toyota Camry, Kia K5, and Nissan Altima now offer, and which could sway buyers in colder climates. Still, the Accord remains a rational driver's choice — calm, confident, and well-rounded in an age where many sedans are trying too hard to stand out.