Is the new Honda Accord fast?
For 2024 and 2025, Honda’s Accord lineup centers on practicality, efficiency, and balanced performance. The main powertrains are a 1.5-liter turbo, a 2.0-liter turbo, and a hybrid, with no high-performance “Type S” model in the current lineup. This article examines how fast the latest Accord variants are in real-world terms.
The quick take: The Accord isn’t a sports car, but the 2.0-liter turbo model is notably quick for a midsize sedan, delivering brisk acceleration. The Hybrid emphasizes smooth, efficient driving and is slower to accelerate than the 2.0T, while the 1.5-liter turbo offers adequate but not rapid performance for daily use.
To understand what “fast” means for the Accord, this piece weighs engine output, typical acceleration times, and how the car feels in everyday driving across trims.
Engines and acceleration
Performance by powertrain: horsepower, torque and typical 0-60 timing give a sense of each variant’s speed in real-world driving. Note that times vary with tires, trim, and conditions.
- 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4: about 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque; typically paired with a continuously variable transmission. This setup is the least quick of the three main options, with 0-60 times generally in the mid-to-high 7-second range and rising with heavier loads or colder weather.
- 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4: about 252 horsepower and roughly 273 lb-ft of torque; paired with a 10-speed automatic. This is the fastest Accord powertrain, delivering 0-60 times roughly in the mid-5-second to low-6-second range under typical conditions.
- Hybrid powertrain: combined system output around 204 horsepower; uses electric assist for smoother, more linear acceleration rather than outright quickness. 0-60 runs in the mid-to-high 6-second to low 7-second range depending on conditions.
Bottom line: The 2.0L turbo is the clear choice if speed is a priority, while the 1.5L turbo and Hybrid focus more on efficiency and everyday comfort without pretending to be sport-focused.
Ride, handling and daily usability
The Accord aims for a balanced ride with composed handling rather than aggressive sportiness. The 2.0T models offer sharper throttle response and firmer handling, while the Hybrid and 1.5T variants emphasize quiet operation, smoother acceleration, and stronger fuel economy. Braking is predictable across trims, and the chassis remains stable at highway speeds, contributing to confidence in everyday driving.
In practice, speed isn’t the sole measure of performance here—the Accord’s broad strengths lie in its comfort, efficiency, and practicality for daily use, family duties, and long commutes.
Summary of speed-related takeaways
- 2.0T is the speed king in the current Accord lineup, with the strongest straight-line performance. - 1.5T offers adequate performance for everyday driving but isn’t quick. - Hybrid prioritizes efficiency and smoothness over outright speed. - For a midsize sedan, the Accord provides competitive performance without aiming to be a sport sedan.
Summary: The Honda Accord delivers a solid blend of speed, efficiency, and practicality. If you want the quickest acceleration in this class, the 2.0L turbo is your best bet; if you value fuel economy and comfort, the 1.5L turbo or hybrid variant offers compelling advantages without compromising everyday usability.
