2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid Review
Price Estimate: $10,323 - $13,806





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Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid model years
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Plug-in hybrid technology
- high fuel economy
- premium feel interior
- loaded with standard safety and convenience features
- quick recharging times.
Cons
- Considerably more expensive than the typical hybrid sedan
- no folding rear seat.
What’s new
The 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid is an all-new model.
Edmunds says
The 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid offers the venerable sedan a fuel-efficient edge in a competitive class.
For sale near Ocoee, FL
8 listings
- $9,766fair price$101 below market
- 190,014 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
- 47 City / 46 Hwy MPG
- Carnite (529 mi away)
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Upgraded Headlights
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Raleigh, NC
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
46 Combined MPG (47 City/46 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JHMCR5F78EC001096
Stock: 001096HIY
Certified Pre-Owned: No - $12,995great price$1,325 below market
- 86,345 miles
- 4 accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 47 City / 46 Hwy MPG
- iAuto (750 mi away)
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Upgraded Headlights
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Cincinnati, OH
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
46 Combined MPG (47 City/46 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JHMCR5F78EC000076
Stock: XMF000076
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-14-2025
Vehicle overview
Honda recently redesigned the Accord for its ninth generation, improving the sedan's interior and exterior styling. For 2014, the Honda Accord gains a new model, the Accord Plug-In Hybrid. With this new addition to the lineup, Honda becomes one of the few automakers to offer a midsize family sedan in a plug-in hybrid configuration.
Unlike Honda's other hybrids such as the Insight, the Plug-In has an all-new hybrid system that's capable of accelerating the car using pure electric power. And as its name implies, the Plug-In can be recharged externally, thereby minimizing gas usage. Honda says the Accord Plug-In provides about 10-15 miles of pure electric range, after which point it switches over to normal hybrid operation. In regular hybrid mode, this Accord earns an EPA-estimated 46 mpg combined (47 city/46 highway).
Like the standard Accord, the plug-in hybrid offers similar features and comes in one well-appointed trim level based on the standard Accord Touring trim. That includes LED headlights, a rearview camera, Bluetooth, a navigation system and monitoring of vitals like charge status, charging stations and even enabled remote charging controlled by smartphone apps. Honda says a full battery charge on a 120-volt outlet will take three hours, while charging on a 240-volt outlet takes less than one hour.
The family sedan segment is packed with more great choices than ever before, but the field is wide open for plug-in hybrids. For now, the Accord competes directly with the Ford Fusion Energi, which, like the Accord, bundles a lengthy list of winning features into a plug-in package. One could also consider the Chevrolet Volt. It offers approximately three times the electric-only range, though it only seats four and those in back will find cramped quarters compared to the Honda.
For now Honda will only sell the Accord Plug-In Hybrid in California and New York, so consider yourself lucky if you're interested in the car and happen to live in one of those states.
Performance & mpg
The 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor. Together, they send a total of 196 horsepower to the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission (CVT). A 6.7 kWh lithium-ion battery pack powers the electric motor. The EPA gives the Accord Plug-In an energy consumption estimate of 29 kWh used per 100 miles (the lower the kWh number here, the better).
The Accord Plug-In Hybrid offers two driving modes: full electric (EV) that is available for a limited range and with prudent use of the throttle, and gas/electric hybrid (HV) that may be selected to conserve the EV range. The HV mode also self-selects after the EV battery capacity is depleted or under high demand for acceleration. There is a preprogrammed gasoline-biased mode in HV for highway speeds where the gasoline engine is most efficient. The "Eco" button, now on the dashboards of several Honda vehicles, adjusts fuel-consuming systems (air-conditioner) to maximize efficiency.
Once the EV range has been exhausted, EPA estimates stand at 46 mpg combined (47 mpg city/46 mpg highway), and on the Edmunds test loop we were able to validate the 46 mpg figure with prudent throttle use.
At our test track, the 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid proved to be one of the quickest mainstream hybrids available. It took just 7.5 seconds to accelerate from zero to 60 mph.
Safety
The 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid comes with antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, active front head restraints, front seat side airbags and side curtain airbags. Blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure and forward-collision warning systems are also standard.
At the Edmunds test track, we recorded a 122-foot stop from 60 mph which is quite good for any family sedan, hybrid or otherwise.
Of note is the LaneWatch blind-spot system, which instantly switches the 8-inch screen's display to a low and expansive view of the passenger side of the car when the right turn signal is engaged. A camera in the right-side mirror dedicated to this function provides a confidence-inspiring view, and acclimating to catching the view in the center-dash display is quick and natural.
Driving
Driving the 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid is very much like driving a Honda Accord, and that is a good thing. It's quick, with a comfortable ride and remarkably confident handling. By most any dynamic measure, the Accord Plug-In is as "normal" as a non-hybrid car is to drive. We've already noted how quietly the car performs, and the CVT goes about the business of blending power sources without a fuss. Only under hard acceleration does one notice the telltale hanging-rev engine drone for which CVTs are notorious. The various screens and graphs illustrating power and efficiency are simple and easy to interpret -- or ignore -- depending on your preference. The brakes, often a source of criticism on hybrid cars, are only a little awkward to modulate at slow speeds.
Interior
With a few exceptions, the 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid features an elegant and well-constructed cabin trimmed with high-quality materials that you could almost mistake for an Acura. The center stack embraces the spirit of legibility with an effective three-tier layout, capped at the top with an 8-inch display.
Despite the new Accord's slightly smaller exterior dimensions compared to the previous generation, its interior room remains impressive. There is plenty of leg and shoulder space for front occupants, and rear-seat passengers should be quite comfortable and happy. Road and tire noise -- often among Honda's traditional weaknesses -- are noticeably reduced in the 2014 Accord thanks in part to two active noise-cancellation systems plus improved aerodynamics.
We're also fond of the visibility afforded by the Accord cabin, which offers a lower beltline, slimmer roof pillars and a generous amount of glass. Unfortunately, the presence of the plug-in hybrid's battery pack means the rear seat does not fold down, thus limiting the Accord's cargo usefulness. The trunk, at 8.6 cubic feet, is also considerably smaller than the regular Accord's.
2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid models
The 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid comes in one well-equipped trim level.
Standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, foglamps, dual-zone automatic climate control, full power accessories, a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, special "bio-fabric" upholstery, heated front and rear seats, an eight-way power driver seat (with power lumbar), driver memory settings and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Electronic features include Bluetooth connectivity, an 8-inch touchscreen interface, voice recognition, a navigation system and a six-speaker sound system with an iPod/USB interface and smartphone app integration (HondaLink). Adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning and a blind-spot monitor are also standard.

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Cost to Drive
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Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid Owner Reviews
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Almost there - waiting for Standard Hybrid
4.13 out of 5 starse_d_munds, 02/27/2013
2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Test drove 1 - awesome driving experience. Great ride, perhaps better than the standard CVT or Sport model. Good acceleration, easy freeway merging, ultra quiet and smooth.
The styling, is mixed. The front end looks much better in person. Unfortunately, wheel covers were disappointing. While they don't look too bad, a wheel cover, especially on a
$40K+ car regardless of the slight … aerodynamic advantage, is not right. Seems like Honda could have done better. The trunk space is very small as well. Specs have it as slightly more than the Fusion Energi, but both are quite small for a midsize sedan. No optional leather or color options is irksome given the $$$.
Rare and Radical
4 out of 5 starsJo-Honda, 01/17/2021
2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Had this gem over 4 years and can't justify looking for another sedan. Bought it used, in 2016 with 25000 miles and only had to change the 12 volt battery besides regular scheduled maintenance. Trunk is small but useable and 'EV only' range lacks but, dang, this thing is exceptional. There were only 1039 of these made, and if you can find one, get it. Balanced handling and performance … are top notch, as well as ride, despite the additional battery weight. Honda was showing off again when they made this one! Everything still works like new and the standard options are plentiful. LOVE IT!
Bought a CPO Accord plug-in - like it even more!
5 out of 5 starsCody’s mom, 02/23/2018
2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Had only 19100 miles for a 3-yr. old car. Redwood City Honda was great. Overall, love this car despite the small trunk. I replaced the tires and wheels with 2018 Accord EX wheels. My car looks sportier! It’s comfortable to drive — I like maneuvering around busy city streets, and the fast charging battery. Gave up my 2015 CRV which was very difficult for me to do. But aft. a few … weeks, I stick by my decision. Honda’s are efficient, reliable and not as expensive as Toyotas. And charging it is super quick!
Overall review of New 2014 Honda accord plug in electric car
5 out of 5 starssyezarsk, 09/08/2013
2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
We purchased a new 2014 Honda accord hybrid electric in april.
The car is a dream to drive.
In full electric mode it goes 16 miles before the hybrid kicks in.
since my wife drives 12 miles to work and recharges on 110v at work, she ave over 199 miles in electric mode.
overall in electric and hybrid in the city it ave over 68mph.
Only when you have to drive on frwy does it ave in the high … 48mph.
Ride and comfort are fabulous.
like driving a luxury sedan.
give it a 9.5 out of 10 rating. Best on the market.
2014 Accord Plug-In Hybrid Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $39,780 |
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EV Tax Credits & Rebates | $100 |
Engine Type | Plug-in hybrid |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 8.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Accord Plug-In Hybrid include:
- Lane Departure Warning
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
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