The 2026 Honda Accord in a Nutshell
While it’s no longer the massive seller that it once was, a world without the Honda Accord would look very different. While it was the Civic that got Honda’s foot in the door in America, it was the Accord that further expanded the brand’s appeal — and sales. Honda would be a very different automaker today without it.
It made its world premiere 50 years ago, and 11 generations have been made since then. The current model was launched in 2022 for the 2023 model year. While the Chinese version has since been given a facelift, the rest of the world, including the U.S., is yet to receive it. Still, a series of rolling changes have been made to keep the evergreen sedan up to date.
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2026 Honda Accord Lease Deals for March
Sadly, the sub-$250 lease dealsfrom last month are gone, but leasing an Accord is still relatively affordable. Offers are available for the LX and Sport Hybrid models, both priced at $3,999 due at signing. For the LX, it’s $299 for 36 months, while the Sport Hybrid is $349 for 36 months.
As always, Honda has a ‘trade-up’ program that allows the cars to be leased for less. The special rate is for well-qualified lessees who currently own a 2011 or newer vehicle from Honda, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Mazda, Nissan, RAM, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, or Volkswagen. Go for that if the LX’s monthly payment goes down to $269, while the Sport Hybrid costs just $319 per month. Mileage is limited to 10,000 per year, and it’s $0.20 per mile over that. This offer is valid until March 31, 2026.
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2026 Honda Accord Highlights
The Honda Accord is available in six trim levels, including two pure-gas models and four hybrids. Prices for the midsize sedan range from $28,395 to $39,495, and trims include the LX, SE, Sport Hybrid, EX-L Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, and Touring. The 2026 updates now include wireless connectivity and wireless charging, in addition to other standard features such as remote engine start, walk-away locks, and advanced driver assists.
SE models also get larger alloys for 2026, plus a sunroof, heated front seats, a power driver’s seat, split-folding rear seats, and an eight-speaker audio system. It now looks identical to the Sport Hybrid that also comes with Alexa built-in. Strangely, the pricier EX-L Hybrid gets smaller 17-inch alloys but gains a leather interior (hence the L in EX-L), driver’s-side memory seats, and side mirror heaters. The Sport-L brings back those 19s, although not painted black, along with extra sportier exterior elements. As for the Touring, it gets a unique set of wheels (still 19-inches), plus a head-up display, heated steering wheel, a Bose Premium sound system, and Google Built-in.
LX and SE models are powered by a 1.5-liter turbo with 192 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque. Meanwhile, the hybrids get a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle engine mated to two motors, delivering a combined 204 hp and 247 lb-ft.
Final Thoughts
The Accord, along with other midsize sedans, still has a place in today’s motoring landscape. While not as versatile as compact crossovers, there’s still plenty of cargo space, along with much more room inside. The Accord also presents a strong value proposition, and the 2026 update, which added more standard features, further enhances it. Before you go for that CR-V, check out the Accord first. It might be the one that better suits your needs.
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