The 2021 Accord Hybrid receives a midlife refresh for its fourth year in current form. The hybrid system has been returned for quicker throttle response and smoother acceleration. The base model gains an 8-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The other trims now feature wireless phone integration and two rear USB ports. All models get a rear seat reminder system.
The entire Accord Hybrid lineup is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a pair of electric motors – one is solely used to start the engine, while the other is responsible for getting the car up to speed from a standstill. Total output for the system is rated at 212 horsepower and 232 pound-feet... Read more »
There's a lot of interest in the Honda Accord Hybrid, and we'll bet EPA ratings of 50 mpg city and 45 mpg highway have something to do with it. The midsize sedan earns this efficiency by pairing a 2-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Another attractive feature is... Read more »
The Accord Hybrid combines a V6 gasoline engine and an electric motor to provide significantly more power: 253 horsepower vs. 244 for the gasoline-only V6. It also gets substantially better fuel economy: 30/37 miles per gallon City/Highway vs. 21/30 for the standard V6. Safety is enhanced on all Accords by side-impact and curtain airbags, in... Read more »
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