2025 Honda Accord vs. Toyota Camry
The Honda Accord and Toyota Camry have competed for the top spot among midsize sedans for decades. After the Camry’s recent refresh and the debut of the 11th generation of the Accord, these two familiar rivals remain compelling choices for those searching for a midsize sedan. While it might seem difficult to choose which of these sedans is best for you, Germain Honda of Dublin has created this competitive comparison in which the 2025 Honda Accord faces off against the 2025 Toyota Camry. After you gain a better understanding of the advantages of the Accord, you’ll see why more and more drivers choose Honda.
Quick Specs
2025 Accord |
2025 Camry |
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Better Performance (torque) |
✓ Accord 1.5T 4-cylinder: 192 lb-ft @1600-5000 RPM (SAE net) × Camry 2.5-liter 4-cylinder: 163 lb-ft @5200 RPM (SAE net) |
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More Room for Passengers and Cargo |
✓ Accord passenger volume: 105.7 cubic feet ✓ Accord cargo volume: 16.7 cu ft × Camry passenger volume: 99.9 cu ft (LE) × Camry cargo volume: 15.1 cu ft |
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More Comfort and Convenience |
Floor mats: Standard on Accord $309 additional cost per set on Camry Remote Engine Start: Standard on Accord Extra cost, dealer installed option on Camry Active Noise Cancellation: Standard on Accord Not available on Camry |
Honda Accord Performance
From the very beginning, the Honda Accord has several advantages over the rival Toyota Camry. In terms of power, the Accord has more torque than the Camry. Those searching for a roomy interior should choose the Accord because it offers more passenger and cargo space than the Camry. Other great comfort and convenience amenities found on the Accord are either pricey options or entirely unavailable on the Toyota Camry.
Toyota even has the audacity to charge extra for carpeted floor mats inside the Camry. You’ll also receive standard Remote Engine Start on the Accord. Toyota drivers will have to shell out extra cash to get this dealer-installed option on the Camry.
2025 Honda Accord LX vs 2025 Toyota Camry LE
2025 Honda Accord LX |
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2025 Toyota Camry LE |
$28,295 | Base MSRP1 | $28,400 |
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$1,095 | Destination Charge1 | $1,095 |
1.5-liter turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 4-cylinder | Engine | 2.5-liter hybrid 4-cylinder |
192 lb-ft | Torque | 163 lb-ft |
105.7 | Passenger Volume (cu ft) | 99.9 |
39.5 | Headroom (inches) | 38.3 |
42.3 | Front Row Legroom (inches) | 42.1 |
57.9 | Front Shoulder Room (inches) | 57.7 |
40.8 | Second Row Legroom (inches) | 38 |
56.5 | Second Row Shoulder Room (inches) | 55.7 |
16.7 | Maximum Cargo Volume (cu ft) | 15.1 |
Honda Value Comparison
Overall value is yet another category where the Honda Accord outperforms the Toyota Camry. Even with greater torque, the Accord makes no sacrifices on efficiency. Turning our attention towards interior dimensions, the Accord continues to outperform the Camry. The Accord LX delivers greater passenger volume and cargo volume than the smaller Camry LE. Those riding up front will enjoy more headroom, legroom, and shoulder room. Rear-seat passengers also have more second-row legroom and shoulder room. Whether you’re headed across town or across the country, the Honda Accord proves to be the better choice compared to the Toyota Camry.
The Experts Choose Accord
Honda topped the competition at the 2024 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards3, with the Accord earning the top spot in the Midsize Car Segment.
The 2024 Honda Accord enters the new year by being named on Car and Driver’s 10Best Cars list for 20244. This marks the 38th time the Accord has made the prestigious 10Best list.
What the Critics Say
The Accord isn’t just better than the Camry. This is a mass-market car selling at a keen price—and a better-driving one than many more expensive and pretentious performance cars. It’s the unquestioned victor here and everywhere else mid-size, mid-price vehicles may roam” — Car and Driver
The Honda Accord, however, just seems to be smarter, sharper, and more user-friendly, and as a whole, offers a more complete and cohesive package. Add in the fact that the style will age more gracefully, and it’s easily the best car in this segment.” — AutoGuide.com
Simply put, Toyota built a better Camry, but Honda built a better car.” — MotorTrend
Germain Honda of Dublin invites you to come experience the tremendous value, seductive style, and cutting-edge technology features found on the dynamic Honda Accord.
1*MSRP includes $1,095 destination charge, but excludes tax, license, registration, and options. Dealer prices may vary. MSRP does not include $455 charge for select premium colors.
2**29 city/37 highway/32 combined mpg rating for Petrol trims. Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors.
3 Source: Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award 2024 – Midsize Car Segment – https://www.kbb.com/awards/best-buy-awards-2024/
4 Source: Car and Driver Magazine 2024 – https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a45964280/10best-cars-2024/