2026 Honda Accord
EX-L
Leather-trimmed seating, hybrid efficiency, and premium convenience make EX-L the comfort-focused Accord trim.
Leather-trimmed seating, hybrid efficiency, and premium convenience make EX-L the comfort-focused Accord trim.
At $35,095, this front-wheel-drive hybrid pairs a two-motor hybrid-electric powertrain with an Electronic CVT. EPA estimates read 51 city, 44 highway, and 48 combined mpg, so commuting is the clear strength. The cabin seats 5, with 16.7 cu.ft. of cargo space. Coverage includes a 3 yr / 36,000 mi basic warranty, 5 yr / 60,000 mi powertrain warranty, and 1 yr / 12,000 mi complimentary maintenance.
See the starting price for this trim, along with the factory packages and dealer-installed accessories available to customize it.
MSRP excludes taxes, title, registration, and destination charge. Pricing data is sourced from the manufacturer catalog; your out-the-door price varies by dealer.
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A closer look at what this trim delivers — and what each detail means for you.
What it meansThis trim's two-motor hybrid system blends electric and gas power automatically, giving strong low-speed response and a high 51 mpg city rating for stop-and-go driving.
Why this trimThis trim runs Honda's hybrid powertrain — the efficiency step up from the gas LX and SE.
Bottom line: Efficient hybrid power, strongest around town.
What it meansSeating for 5, a 16.7 cu.ft. trunk, and 102.8 cu.ft. of passenger volume give this trim real midsize room for family duty.
Why this trimEvery Accord trim shares the same passenger and cargo space, so practicality is consistent across the lineup.
Bottom line: Genuine midsize space for five, with a usefully deep trunk.
What it meansThe cabin pairs leather-trimmed seating with dual-zone automatic and a heated, 10-way power driver w/ memory, 4-way power passenger driver seat — built around everyday comfort.
Why this trimInterior appointments rise with the trim ladder; this trim's set reflects its place in the lineup.
Bottom line: A comfortable, practical five-seat cabin.
What it meansA 12.3 in touchscreen and 10.2 digital driver display anchor the cabin tech, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 180-Watt, 8 speakers audio system, and a wireless phone charger.
Why this trimWireless smartphone integration and a digital cluster are standard across the lineup; screen size and audio scale up with the trim.
Bottom line: A modern, wireless-first technology setup.
What it meansEvery 2026 Accord includes the full Honda Sensing suite — automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise with low-speed follow, lane-keeping, road-departure mitigation, and traffic-sign recognition — plus the ACE body structure and a full airbag set. The trim also adds Blind Spot Information and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor.
Why this trimThis trim adds Blind Spot Information and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor over the base LX.
Bottom line: A comprehensive standard safety net.
What it meansThis trim rides on 17 x 7.5J Pewter Gray wheels on 225/50R17 94V tires, balancing stance, ride, and handling.
Why this trimWheel size and finish vary by trim as part of each trim's visual identity.
Bottom line: 17-inch wheels set this trim's stance.
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and cause the front airbag to deploy unintentionally.
13 recalls on record from NHTSA. Recall coverage can vary by VIN.
View All Recalls & Check Your VINSource: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
Honda today celebrated the sale of 15 million Honda Accords in America, marking a major milestone for the country’s best-selling car over the past 50 years.
In June 1976, as Americans buzzed about the approaching U.S. Bicentennial celebration, the first Honda Accord arrived – a fun, fuel-efficient three-door hatchback that would launch a five-decade-long success story in America.
Honda announces increased hybrid production to meet growing demand and improve inventory availability across the U.S.
Production ramps up at the Marysville plant to meet growing demand for the Accord Hybrid.
The Accord continues its strong safety performance with top marks in all crash tests for the 2026 model year.
New wireless Apple CarPlay improvements are rolling out to 2026 models.
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