Are the new Honda Accords all wheel drive?
No. The current Honda Accord lineup is offered exclusively with front-wheel drive in North America, across gasoline and hybrid variants. There is no factory AWD option for the Accord for model years 2023–2025.
This article explains what that means for buyers, detailing the available powertrains and drivetrain configurations, and outlining alternatives within Honda's lineup if all-wheel drive is a priority.
What Honda offers with the Accord
The Accord's current lineup uses front-wheel drive across all trims and powertrains, including the 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, and the hybrid variant. Here are the main drivetrain configurations you’ll find in the lineup:
- 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with front-wheel drive (FWD) across most trims
- 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with front-wheel drive (FWD) on higher trims
- Hybrid powertrain with multiple electric motors and a front-wheel-drive layout
All current Accord variants are front-wheel drive, so there is no factory AWD option in North America. If all-wheel drive is a must-have, you’ll need to consider other Honda models in the brand lineup or explore AWD configurations on non-sedan vehicles.
Alternatives within Honda offering AWD
Honda does offer all-wheel drive on several of its non-sedan models, providing AWD options with similar reliability and efficiency. The following Honda models currently offer AWD:
- Honda CR-V (compact SUV)
- Honda Pilot (three-row SUV)
- Honda Ridgeline (midsize pickup)
For buyers who specifically need a sedan with AWD, options within Honda’s lineup are limited since the Accord itself does not offer AWD. If AWD is a priority, you may have to consider a different body style within Honda’s lineup or look at AWD sedans from other brands.
Summary
In short, the latest Honda Accords are not available with all-wheel drive. If AWD is essential, shoppers should consider Honda models like the CR-V, Pilot, or Ridgeline, or compare AWD sedans from other brands. The Accord remains a front-wheel-drive sedan with efficient turbocharged and hybrid options, prioritizing fuel economy and predictable handling over all-wheel traction.
