One of the oldest and fiercest rivalries in the realm of normal, everyday cars is the Honda Accord vs. the Toyota Camry. Locked in a decades-long battle for midsize sedan supremacy, both of these cars are at the top of their game with spacious interiors, excellent fuel economy, and the latest technologies, all with reasonable pricing and outstanding resale value.
Let’s compare the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry to see which gets the upper hand in 2025.
2025 Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a stalwart in midsize sedans for good reasons. Now in its 11th generation, the Accord lineup consists of a turbo gas engine for its LX and SE trims while every other trim has a hybrid powertrain. Pricing starts at $29,390.
Honda Accord Highlights
Two engine options: While the Toyota Camry is hybrid only, the Honda Accord still offers a choice between a hybrid powertrain and a more conventional turbocharged gas engine. We prefer the hybrid but appreciate the variety.
More interior space: The Honda Accord has more backseat legroom and a slightly bigger trunk than the Toyota Camry. Both of these midsize sedans are pretty roomy, but the Accord is the roomier of the two.
Class-leading resale value: This is a close one, but the resale value of the Honda Accord is a little better than that of the Toyota Camry. That means a little extra money in your pocket when it’s time to sell or trade in.
Read our Honda Accord Expert Review or see 2025 Honda Accord models for sale near you.
2025 Toyota Camry
Among the things Toyota does well are hybrids and midsize sedans. When the ninth generation of the Camry debuted for 2025, Toyota decided to make it hybrid-only with impressive combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 46 to 51 mpg, depending on the configuration. Pricing starts at $29,795.
Toyota Camry Highlights
Better fuel economy: The Toyota Camry has a standard hybrid powertrain with an outstanding maximum combined fuel economy rating of up to 51 mpg. Meanwhile, the most efficient version of the Honda Accord Hybrid returns 48 combined mpg.
Available AWD: All-wheel drive (AWD) is optional on the Toyota Camry and unavailable on the Honda Accord. If this is a must-have feature for you, then the Camry is the way to go.
More affordable hybrid: The Toyota Camry and Honda Accord have similar starting prices, but the most affordable hybrid version of the Accord costs about $5,000 more than the Camry’s. The Toyota saves you money both at the dealership and at the fuel pump.
Read our Toyota Camry Expert Review or see 2025 Toyota Camry models for sale near you.
Similarities
These two midsize sedans have a lot in common in terms of sizing, pricing, and overall quality and reliability. They also have identical warranties.
Pricing
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 Honda Accord vehicles and New 2025 Toyota Camry vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.
| 2025 Honda Accord | 2025 Toyota Camry | |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | Turbo 1.5-liter 4-cylinder | Hybrid 2.5-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 192 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 225 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 192 lb-ft @ 1,700-5,000 rpm | 163 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm |
| Transmission | CVT automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel economy | 29 mpg city/37 mpg hwy/32 mpg combined | 53 mpg city/50 mpg hwy/51 mpg combined |
| Also Available | Hybrid 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | AWD |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety | 5 stars | Not rated |
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 inches | 111.2 inches |
| Overall Length | 195.7 inches | 193.5 inches |
| Width | 73.3 inches | 72.4 inches |
| Height | 57.1 inches | 56.9 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 38.4 feet | 37.4 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 39.5 inches | 38.3 inches |
| Headroom, 2nd Row | 37.3 inches | 37.6 inches |
| Legroom, Front | 42.3 inches | 42.1 inches |
| Legroom, 2nd Row | 40.8 inches | 38.0 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 57.9 inches | 57.7 inches |
| Shoulder Room, 2nd Row | 56.5 inches | 55.7 inches |
| Cargo Volume | 16.7 cubic feet | 15.1 cubic feet |
Conclusion
It might be cliché to say, “You can’t go wrong with either,” but it’s very much the case when comparing these two titans of practicality. If you want the best fuel economy or insist on all-wheel drive, the Camry is a better bet. However, if you’d rather not go hybrid or want maximum interior space, the trusty Accord is the sedan for you.
