Is my Honda Accord front-wheel drive?
Yes. The vast majority of Honda Accords sold in the United States and Canada are front-wheel drive.
In general, the Accord lineup has relied on front-wheel drive for decades, including the current generation. There are no factory all-wheel-drive versions of the Accord sold in North America in recent years. To confirm your exact car, check branding on the exterior, inspect the undercarriage for drivetrain components, or verify the drivetrain in the window sticker or with a dealer using the vehicle identification number (VIN).
How to confirm the drivetrain in your Accord
To confirm the drive layout on your specific vehicle, use these practical checks:
- Look for an AWD badge on the rear trunk lid or fenders. If present, the car is AWD; if not, it’s likely FWD.
- Check under the car for a driveshaft running to a rear differential. A visible rear differential and a long driveshaft indicate AWD.
- Inspect the underbody for a transfer case or rear differential housing; absence commonly means FWD.
- Consult the window sticker or the owner’s manual for drivetrain specifications (FWD vs AWD).
- Use the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) and have it decoded by a dealer or a trusted online source to confirm the drivetrain configuration.
- Note: Accord Hybrid models use front-wheel drive with the electric motor assisting the gasoline engine; there is no AWD option for the current hybrids.
By checking these indicators, you can reliably determine whether your Accord is front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. If none of these signs show an AWD system, your car is most likely FWD.
Special cases: regional models and hybrids
Regional variations
In North America, the Accord has not been offered with factory AWD in modern generations. Some older or non-U.S. markets may have had AWD wagons, but these are not typical for the current sedan lineup sold in the U.S. and Canada.
Hybrid models
Accord Hybrid models use a front-wheel-drive setup with the electric motor assisting the gasoline engine; there is no AWD option for the current hybrid version either.
Summary
Most Honda Accords are front-wheel drive. To verify your own car, inspect for AWD branding, examine undercarriage components, and check official documentation or VIN details. If in doubt, contact a Honda dealer with your VIN for a definitive answer.
