| MSRP | $27,365 |
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| Edmunds suggests you pay Based on nearby sales up through June 7th | $26,192 |
If you guessed the Accord Hybrid is just like a regular Honda Accord but with a highly economical hybrid powertrain, well, you'd be right. Honda has compromised little of its already excellent Accord platform with its latest hybrid generation, which debuted for the 2018 model year. For 2021, Honda has made a variety of changes to enhance the car's appeal.
The Accord Hybrid's styling is a little different, with the most noticeable being a restyled grille. For 2021, there are also some new and improved technology features, including wireless functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. Fuel economy is unchanged at an EPA-estimated 48 mpg, but Honda has made changes to make the engine quieter and smoother. So how good is the 2021 Accord Hybrid? Check out our Expert Rating for our in-depth evaluation.
Edmunds' Expert RatingAs its name suggests, the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid is essentially a Honda Accord driven by a hybrid powertrain. It comes in four trim levels: base, EX, EX-L and Touring. Powering every Honda Accord Hybrid is a four-cylinder engine and a hybrid system that combine to produce 212 horsepower.
2021 Honda Accord Hybrid
2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid
The Toyota Camry Hybrid is the Accord Hybrid's chief competitor. The two stack up fairly evenly on price and features, alongside more practical considerations including space and cargo room. For our money, the Accord edges out the Camry with its more pleasant interior design and sharper driving dynamics.
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is the tech lover's dream. It has nifty features such as a surround-view camera system and phone-as-a-key functionality if you have an Android. The top Limited model even has a solar roof that can potentially add a few extra miles of totally clean driving per day. The choice between these two fuel-sippers is a tough one.
If you want to get into an electrified Honda but the Accord's price tag is a little steep, check out the Honda Insight. The Insight is a little smaller — it's based on the Civic — but there's still plenty of room inside for adults. And aside from a noisy powertrain, the Insight doesn't have any significant drawbacks. The decision really comes down to whether you prize the Accord's bigger cabin and more upscale interior.
If you guessed the Accord Hybrid is just like a regular Honda Accord but with a highly economical hybrid powertrain, well, you'd be right. Honda has compromised little of its already excellent Accord platform with its latest hybrid generation, which debuted for the 2018 model year. For 2021, Honda has made a variety of changes to enhance the car's appeal.
Power for the Accord Hybrid hasn't changed and remains 212 horsepower derived from the combination of a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a hybrid system. The hybrid setup has a starter-generator paired to the gasoline engine as well as a propulsion motor that draws power from a lithium-ion battery pack. This combination makes more power than the Toyota's Camry Hybrid (208 hp) and the Hyundai's Sonata Hybrid (192 hp) and gives the Accord Hybrid quicker-than-average acceleration for the class.
Because of the extra weight associated with a hybrid battery pack, most hybrid sedans typically don't ride quite as well as their non-hybrid siblings. This is also true for the Accord Hybrid, although its ride comfort is still best in class by some margin.
If it ain't broke, etc. The Accord Hybrid's interior is unchanged from that of the standard Accord. With the exception of a few hard plastic panels, we have no real complaints about the premium look and feel. The front seats are a bit more firm than other offerings in this class, but on higher trim levels, they are highly adjustable and offer both heating and ventilation. Rear passengers see no loss in legroom due to the battery pack or anything else related to the hybrid powertrain.
Honda's done quite a bit to bolster the Accord Hybrid by making the previously optional 8-inch infotainment touchscreen standard equipment. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are part of the deal and can be had with new wireless compatibility on the EX, EX-L and Touring trims. Wireless connectivity allows you to start these integration systems without having to plug in with a USB cord. Wireless charging is also available on those same trim levels.
Is the Hybrid the Accord to get? From a value standpoint, definitely. Compared to the non-hybrid Accord LX with the turbocharged 1.5-liter engine, the base Accord Hybrid LX costs $1,600 more. For that you get an EPA-estimated 48 mpg in combined driving (48 city/48 highway), or 43 mpg in the Touring trim level.
Edmunds saysThe Accord Hybrid takes all the comfort and refinement of the standard Accord and gains fuel efficiency, power and a few additional standard features. This year's improvements to the powertrain have given the Hybrid a quieter driving experience, too, making it a top choice for a midsize hybrid sedan.
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid:
The least-expensive 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid is the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $26,370.
Other versions include:
