2026 Honda
Accord
Starting MSRP
$29,400
Combined MPG
48
Horsepower
192
Your Comparison
2025 Toyota
Camry
Starting MSRP
$28,400
Combined MPG
52
Horsepower
203
Quick Category Winners
Value
Camry
Performance
Accord
Comfort
Accord
Fuel Economy
Camry
Reliability
Camry
Interior
Accord
Technology
Accord
Overall
Camry
Scorecard Comparison
8.6
Performance
8.2
8.7
Comfort
8.1
8.4
Value
9.0
8.5
Ownership Cost
9.1
8.5
Technology
8.3
8.3
Safety
8.6
8.4
Reliability
8.7
8.6
Interior Quality
8.5
Accord
Camry
CHOOSE THE ACCORD IF YOU:
- Want a more engaging drive
- Care about interior room and refinement
- Like a slightly more premium cabin feel
CHOOSE THE CAMRY IF YOU:
- Want the safer long-term value pick
- Care most about fuel economy
- Want a lower-stress ownership experience
5-Year Ownership Cost
| Category | Accord | Camry | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $4,950 | $4,250 | +$700 |
| Insurance | $6,800 | $6,500 | +$300 |
| Maintenance | $4,300 | $3,900 | +$400 |
| Repairs | $1,600 | $1,200 | +$400 |
| Depreciation | $12,900 | $11,450 | +$1,450 |
| 5-Year Total | $30,550 | $27,300 | +$3,250 |
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The Camry costs an estimated $3,250 less to own over 5 years.
Size Comparison
Accord
Camry
Accord
Camry
Diff
Length
194.2
192.1
+2.1
Width
73.3
72.4
+0.9
Height
57.1
56.1
+1.0
Wheelbase
111.4
111.2
+0.2
Cargo Volumecu ft
16.7
15.1
+1.6
Trim-to-Trim Comparison
- Accord SportvsCamry SE
- Accord EX-LvsCamry XLE
- Accord Touring HybridvsCamry XSE Hybrid
Final Verdict
The Toyota Camry is the smarter overall pick across our scoring categories, especially in the areas it leads. The Honda Accord remains a strong alternative if its standout strengths better match your priorities. Either way, both are credible choices in this segment.
Winner
Toyota Camry
Best For…
- CommutersCamry
- FamiliesAccord
- Resale ValueCamry
- Driving EnjoymentAccord
- TechnologyAccord
- Best OverallCamry
Frequently Asked Questions
The Honda Accord is better for shoppers who weight want a more engaging drive, while the Toyota Camry is better if you want the safer long-term value pick. Both compete closely overall.
Our scoring gives the edge to the Toyota Camry, though the Honda Accord also performs well in long-term reliability data.
The Toyota Camry leads with up to 52 combined MPG versus 48 for the Honda Accord.
The Honda Accord is the better family pick thanks to its higher comfort scoring, slightly more usable cabin space, and a more relaxed ride.
Over a five-year ownership window, the Toyota Camry costs an estimated $3,250 less to own once you factor in fuel, insurance, maintenance, repairs, and depreciation.
The Toyota Camry tends to hold its value better in the used market, helped by stronger demand and a higher overall value score.