Which Honda models have adaptive cruise control?
Adaptive Cruise Control is part of Honda Sensing, Honda’s active safety and driver-assistance suite. On most newer Hondas, ACC is available on many trims, though exact availability depends on the model year and chosen configuration. The models most commonly equipped with ACC include the Civic, Accord, CR-V, HR-V, Pilot, Odyssey, Ridgeline, Passport, and Insight.
Overview of Adaptive Cruise Control and Honda Sensing
Adaptive Cruise Control adjusts the vehicle’s speed to maintain a set distance from the car ahead, using radar and camera data. When paired with Honda Sensing, ACC can handle acceleration, braking, and steering inputs to help reduce driver workload on highways and in stop-and-go traffic. Availability varies by model year and trim, with newer generations increasingly standard on more trims.
Honda models that typically offer Adaptive Cruise Control
The following models commonly offer ACC through Honda Sensing, though exact trim and year details can affect availability. If you’re shopping, confirm the specific trim’s equipment on the dealer window sticker or official Honda configurator.
- Civic — ACC is available via Honda Sensing on most mid-to-high trims; recent generations often include it on EX and above.
- Accord — ACC through Honda Sensing is available on most trims; many model years include it as standard or as a readily added option.
- CR-V — ACC via Honda Sensing is available on EX and higher trims; LX may vary by year.
- HR-V — ACC is typically offered on higher trims (EX and above) or as part of the Honda Sensing package on recent models.
- Pilot — ACC via Honda Sensing is available on higher trims (such as EX-L and above) and newer model years.
- Passport — ACC via Honda Sensing is commonly available on higher trims (EX-L and above) in recent generations.
- Odyssey — ACC through Honda Sensing is offered on EX and higher trims, with broader availability on newer models.
- Ridgeline — ACC via Honda Sensing is available on many trims that include the Honda Sensing suite, particularly in newer model years.
- Insight — ACC via Honda Sensing is available on higher trims (e.g., EX and above) in recent iterations.
Availability notes: Honda often packages ACC with other Honda Sensing features, and some base trims may require stepping up to a higher level or a newer refresh to gain ACC. Regional and market differences can also affect which trims include ACC as standard equipment.
How to verify ACC for a specific model
To ensure a particular Honda you’re considering has adaptive cruise control, check the window sticker (Monroney label) for the presence of Honda Sensing and its features, or consult Honda’s official model page for that year. When test-driving, ask the dealer to demonstrate ACC operation and confirm the exact trim’s features.
Notes on trim-year variations
As Honda updates the Sensing suite across model years, ACC availability can shift—sometimes becoming standard on more trims, other times remaining optional. If ACC is a priority, focus on the latest generation of the model you’re interested in and review the specific equipment list for that year and trim.
Summary
Adaptive Cruise Control is widely available on modern Honda vehicles through the Honda Sensing suite. For most popular models—Civic, Accord, CR-V, HR-V, Pilot, Odyssey, Ridgeline, Passport, and Insight—ACC is typically offered on mid-to-higher trims or becomes standard in newer generations. Prospective buyers should verify the exact trim and model year to ensure ACC is included in the configuration they choose.
