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Does the Honda Accord have a turbo?

The Honda Accord does not come standard with a turbocharger, but some models are available with a turbocharged engine option. The Accord's base engine is a naturally aspirated 1.5-liter four-cylinder, but a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder is also offered on select trims.


Naturally Aspirated vs. Turbocharged Engines in the Honda Accord


The standard engine in the Honda Accord is a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and is available on the base LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L trims. This engine does not have a turbocharger and is considered a naturally aspirated design.


For buyers seeking more power, the Accord is also available with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. This turbocharged engine produces 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque, a significant increase over the base 1.5-liter. The 2.0-liter turbo is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and is offered on the Sport, EX-L, and Touring trims.


Benefits of a Turbocharged Engine


Turbochargers are forced induction systems that use exhaust gases to spin a turbine, which in turn compresses the air flowing into the engine. This allows the engine to produce more power from a smaller displacement, resulting in improved performance and efficiency.



  • Increased power and torque: The 2.0-liter turbo engine in the Accord produces 60 more horsepower and 81 more lb-ft of torque than the base 1.5-liter engine.

  • Better fuel economy: Turbochargers can improve fuel efficiency by allowing the use of a smaller, more efficient engine without sacrificing performance.

  • Responsive acceleration: Turbochargers provide a boost in power at low engine speeds, resulting in quicker throttle response and acceleration.


While the base 1.5-liter engine in the Accord provides adequate power for most driving situations, the available 2.0-liter turbo engine is a great option for buyers who want a sportier, more powerful midsize sedan.

Which Honda Accord is the fastest?


The top speed of the Honda Accord is 116 mph. Depending on its trim level, it can go from 0 to 60 mph anywhere between 5.5 and 6.6 seconds. The Accord Sport 2.0t and Touring 2.0t are the fastest models, both with a 0-60 time of 5.5 seconds.



Which Hondas have turbo?


Honda 1.5-Liter Turbo Engine

ModelModel YearsTrims
Civic Hatchback2022-2024EX-L, Sport Touring
Civic Si2022-PresentAll
CR-V2023-PresentLX, EX, EX-L
Accord2023-PresentLX, EX



Does a 2019 Honda Accord have a turbo?


The standard engine on the 2019 Honda Accord is a 1.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder that was designed to be driven often. Don't let its small stature deceive you. This engine is a juggernaut that punches out 192 horsepower with joy while generating a snappy 192 lb-ft of torque.



Does 2.0 T mean turbo?


(For more information, see How Turbochargers and Superchargers Work.) Engines with a turbo sometimes get a T after their displacement; “2.0T” denotes a 2-liter engine with a turbocharger.



How do I know if my Honda is a turbo?


Usually just by driving it. Turbos tend to make a very unique sound as your floor it, then let off the gas. Once the turbo spools up (usually 2 or 3 seconds), and you then take your foot off the gas, that added boost is wasted and makes a unique sound. But, most cars that have a turbo will say so, and brag about it.



Which Honda Accords have turbo?


The Accord's LX and SE trims are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 192 horsepower and drives the front wheels through a CVT. Like previous generations of the Accord, it doesn't offer all-wheel drive.



What year did Accord get turbo?


2018-2020 Honda Accord 10th Gen (CV1/CV2/CV3)
The all-new 2018 Accord gets new powertrains as well - a 192-hp 1.5L turbo-four with a six-speed manual or CVT and a 252-hp 2.0L turbo-four with the six-speed manual or a ten-speed automatic transmission.



What is the fastest Honda Accord ever made?


The Accord Sport 2.0t and Touring 2.0t are the fastest models, both with a 0-60 time of 5.5 seconds.



Which accords have turbo?


The Accord's LX and SE trims are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 192 horsepower and drives the front wheels through a CVT. Like previous generations of the Accord, it doesn't offer all-wheel drive.



What does 5.0 mean on a car?


A 5.0L engine means the combined volume of all the cylinders in that engine adds up to 5 liters. Why It Matters. 1. Power Output: Generally speaking, larger displacement engines can produce more power because they can burn more fuel with each cycle.


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