2022 Honda Accord Hybrid Sedan

　　

2022 Honda Accord Hybrid Review

byMichael CantuCorrespondent

　　Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.

　　The long-running, highly regarded Accord is Honda's largest sedan, which serves as the starting point for the Accord Hybrid variant. Its EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 47 mpg is significantly higher than the regular Accord's combined rating of 33 mpg. And unlike some hybrids, the battery pack does not affect cargo space because it's tucked underneath the rear seats. The price difference between the hybrid and the regular Accord is relatively small, and the hybrid powertrain makes more power — and gets better mileage — than the Accord's base engine.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 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

　　$80/mo  for Accord Hybrid Base

　　Accord Hybrid Base

　　4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $27,720 MSRPSport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) (Most Popular) - $31,070 MSRPEX-L 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $34,040 MSRPTouring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $37,590 MSRP

　　vs

　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　The Accord Hybrid lineup gets a new Sport trim for the 2022 model year. Key features include 19-inch wheels, LED headlights and foglights, a black rear spoiler, sport pedals and Honda Sensing (a package of advanced driver aids). The Accord Hybrid isn't alone in this small segment; it competes against the Toyota Camry Hybrid and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. For an in-depth review of this comfortable, efficient and high-tech hybrid, please check out the zzdcar' Expert Rating below.

　　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.

　　Great

　　8.1

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

8.0/10

　　How does the Accord Hybrid drive? The Accord Hybrid is a solid performer overall. It accelerates well at low and moderate speeds. In our testing, it covered 0-60 mph in a relatively sprightly 7.6 seconds. Like most hybrid sedans, the Accord runs out of breath at higher speed, and that means you might need to take more care when passing on the highway. In typical driving conditions, the operation of the Accord's hybrid system is almost imperceptible.

　　The Accord Hybrid is stable and composed in moderate-speed cornering. You can take it along a curvy road and enjoy yourself. But we will note that we tested the Touring trim, which has adaptive suspension dampers and grippier 19-inch tires. Lesser Accord Hybrids might not be as athletic. In our emergency braking test, our test car stopped from 60 mph in 118 feet, which is slightly shorter than average. Around town, the brake pedal is consistent and makes it easy to stop smoothly.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Accord Hybrid? Refinements to the Accord Hybrid powertrain have resulted in a quieter driving experience with better engine isolation, fixing our major complaint with the previous car we tested. The four-cylinder engine can still be a bit noisy at full throttle or when climbing longer grades, but it now operates in the background as you'd expect. The climate system remains a high point, featuring easily understood labels and controls, with vents that offer good air distribution. Most people will be able to find a comfortable seating position, but some of our editors found the seats too firm.

　　It's not an exaggeration to say the Accord Hybrid is the best-riding hybrid in this class, and by some margin. Our Touring trim test car had an adaptive suspension, which no doubt helped at higher speeds, but the Accord Hybrid was able to shrug off most road imperfections with ease.

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