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Honda Accord vs Hyundai Sonata

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Honda Accord

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2026 Hyundai Sonata

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Overview

SpecHonda AccordLXHyundai SonataSE
Selected trimLXSE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda AccordLXHyundai SonataSE
MSRP$28,395$27,300 (best)
Lowest listing price—$8,199 (best)
Median listing price—$27,973 (best)
Highest listing price—$37,156 (best)
For sale now0131 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda AccordLXHyundai SonataSE
Combined MPG32 MPG32 MPG
City MPG29 MPG (best)28 MPG
Highway MPG37 MPG38 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.8 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda AccordLXHyundai SonataSE
Horsepower192 hp (best)191 hp
Torque192 lb-ft (best)181 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda AccordLXHyundai SonataSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.7 cu ft (best)15.6 cu ft
Curb weight3,239 lbs3,232 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in5.3 in
Wheelbase111.4 in111.8 in (best)
Length195.7 in (best)193.3 in
Width73.3 in (best)73.2 in
Height57.1 in (best)56.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda AccordLXHyundai SonataSE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda AccordHyundai Sonata
1

LX

$28,395 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$30,695 MSRP

SEL Sport

$29,000 MSRP

3

Sport Hybrid

$33,795 MSRP

SEL Sport

$30,500 MSRP

4

EX-L Hybrid

$35,095 MSRP

Blue Hybrid

$29,050 MSRP

5

Sport-L Hybrid

$35,495 MSRP

SEL Hybrid

$32,300 MSRP

6

Touring Hybrid

$39,495 MSRP

N Line

$35,900 MSRP

7—

Limited Hybrid

$38,100 MSRP

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Honda Accord vs Hyundai Sonata FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Accord vs 2026 Hyundai Sonata on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Hyundai Sonata starts lower at $27,300. Live Hyundai Sonata listings start at $8,199.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (51).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata leads on horsepower in this comparison (290).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Accord vs 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Accord (5/5 NHTSA overall); Hyundai Sonata (5/5 NHTSA overall).