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Honda Accord vs Kia K5

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 Kia K5

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Overview

SpecHonda AccordLXKia K5LXS
Selected trimLXLXS
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 AccordLXKia K5LXS
MSRP$28,395$27,490 (best)
Lowest listing price—$19,550 (best)
Median listing price—$30,400 (best)
Highest listing price—$41,233 (best)
For sale now0581 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda AccordLXKia K5LXS
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)30 MPG
City MPG29 MPG (best)26 MPG
Highway MPG37 MPG37 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal15.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda AccordLXKia K5LXS
Horsepower192 hp (best)191 hp
Torque192 lb-ft (best)181 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda AccordLXKia K5LXS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.7 cu ft (best)15.6 cu ft
Curb weight3,239 lbs3,230 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in5.3 in
Wheelbase111.4 in112.2 in (best)
Length195.7 in (best)193.1 in
Width73.3 in (best)73.2 in
Height57.1 in (best)56.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda AccordLXKia K5LXS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 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 AccordKia K5
1

LX

$28,395 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LXS

$27,490 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$30,695 MSRP

GT-Line

$28,490 MSRP

3

Sport Hybrid

$33,795 MSRP

GT-Line

$30,090 MSRP

4

EX-L Hybrid

$35,095 MSRP

GT

$33,590 MSRP

5

Sport-L Hybrid

$35,495 MSRP

EX

$34,990 MSRP

6

Touring Hybrid

$39,495 MSRP

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Honda Accord vs Kia K5 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Kia K5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Accord vs 2026 Kia K5 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 Kia K5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia K5 starts lower at $27,490. Live Kia K5 listings start at $19,550.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Kia K5?
The 2026 Kia K5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,490).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Kia K5?
The 2026 Honda Accord leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (48).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Accord or 2026 Kia K5?
The 2026 Kia K5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (290).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Accord vs 2026 Kia K5?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Accord (5/5 NHTSA overall); Kia K5 (5/5 NHTSA overall).