2023 Honda Accord Review

The Honda Accord has been either at the top or near the top of the midsize family sedan class for decades. With its combination of space, satisfying performance and reputation for reliability, it's easy to see why. This year marks yet another milestone in the vehicle's long history, as the 2023 Honda Accord has been fully redesigned.

This new Accord has a somewhat similar profile to the previous generation, with a long hood and distinctive sloping roofline that adds some sleek, sporty personality. Up front, the grille and headlights have been simplified for a more cohesive and clean look, while the taillights adopt a tidier European flavor. Overall, it's a pleasing design that doesn't try too hard to get noticed.

Shoppers have the choice of two powertrains. The lower-level LX and EX trims come with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that's largely a carryover from the previous generation Accord. All other trim levels come with a revised hybrid powertrain that Honda says can now sustain the Accord at higher speed so the engine won't cut in to assist as frequently. It also carries an impressive EPA estimate of 48 mpg in combined city and highway driving. Gone for 2023 is the Accord's previous top-line engine, the turbocharged 2.0-liter.

Inside, the new Accord's layout is nearly identical to what we've seen in the latest redesigns of the Civic, CR-V, HR-V and Pilot, but it's been elevated by nicer materials everywhere you look and touch. The controls are easy to reach and there's no guessing to do when you're trying to adjust the volume, change the temperature, or even fiddle with the drive modes. For 2023, Accords with the hybrid powertrain get a new 12.3-inch infotainment display that is crystal-clear and instantly responsive. As an added bonus, the Touring trim has Google Assistant built right in. Think of it as having the smart speaker sitting on your bookshelf at home integrated into your car too.

Overall, we like the new Accord's spacious, refined interior and new Google-based voice control system. The hybrid system's high fuel economy is another draw. Unfortunately, the Accord is held back by a few drawbacks. Check out our complete Expert Rating for the full report on what to expect and how the Accord stacks up against the likes of the Kia K5, Hyundai Sonata and Toyota Camry.

The 2023 Accord is available in six trim levels: LX, EX, Sport, EX-L, Sport-L and Touring. The LX and EX are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder that produces 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) sends that power to the front wheels. The remaining trim levels all upgrade to hybrid powertrain with a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine. Total system output is 204 hp and 247 lb-ft of torque. It also is front-wheel-drive.