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2024 Honda Accord Review

byJosh JacquotCorrespondent

　　Josh Jacquot is an automotive journalist at zzdcar., rating written byJosh JacquotSenior Reviews Editor

　　Clint Simone has worked in the automotive industry since 2015. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Before joining zzdcar as a senior reviews editor, Clint contributed to Motor1.com and InsideEVs, evaluating mostly electric cars. Clint loves hot hatchbacks more than any other type of vehicle but secretly enjoys driving big trucks when he gets the chance. He would never admit to that.

　　The 2024 Honda Accord is an attractive and effective family car that drives with the confidence of 10 generations of development. And it's still one of the best finished and most space-efficient midsize sedans on the market. Part of what makes the Accord great is its enduring ability to be practical without being boring.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$117/mo  for Accord LX

　　Accord LX

　　LX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) - $27,895 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) (Most Popular) - $29,910 MSRPSport Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) - $32,895 MSRPEX-L Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) - $34,540 MSRPSport-L Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) - $34,875 MSRPTouring Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) - $38,890 MSRP

　　vs

　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　This year's Accord is part of the 11th-generation model that debuted last year. One big change for this generation is that Honda made a hybrid powertrain standard on four of the Accord's six trims. This 204-horsepower hybrid powertrain offers up to 44 combined mpg depending on trim — a high number for a car in this segment. If you don't want a hybrid, Honda fits a 192-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine to the entry-level Accord trims. Other highlights include a fresh assortment of tech and driver assist features, including a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and integrated Google Assistant, which is akin to having a smart speaker for your car.

　　Overall, we recommend the 2024 Honda Accord to anyone shopping for a midsize sedan. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below for a detailed report on its hits and misses.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　7.9

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

8.0/10

　　How does the Accord drive? We tested the Accord Sport-L, which has the hybrid powertrain. It works great in everyday driving to maximize fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance. At zzdcar' test track, our Sport-L test car accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 7 seconds, which is about a second quicker than most rival midsize hybrid sedans as well as the last Accord we tested with the base turbocharged engine. This powertrain doesn't have a transmission in the traditional sense, but Honda has cleverly programmed it to adjust engine rpm to provide the familiar shifting experience of a traditional automatic transmission. As for handling and steering, the Accord is respectably grippy when cornering but lacks the natural athleticism that earlier Accords were known for.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Accord? The Accord does a good job of keeping unwanted noise out of the cabin. And when the car is driving in electric mode, things are even more serene. Like other Honda vehicles, the driver's seat in the Accord could use a bit more padding, but otherwise has enough adjustability for nearly everyone to get comfortable when behind the wheel. The climate system is more than adequate when heating or cooling the car. However, the lack of rear seat air vents on some trim levels is a major oversight.

　　With 19-inch wheels, our test car displayed a wonderful ride quality. It soaked up major bumps and bruises without issue and kept its composure through our time with it. We'd wager that the EX-L trim, and its smaller wheels, would be even better.

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