The Accord Sedan is offered with two turbocharged four-cylinder engines — a 1.5-liter producing 192 horsepower and a 2.0-liter rated at 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Both deliver strong, responsive performance with the efficiency advantages that come from Honda's approach to turbocharging. The 2.0-liter is available on select trims and pairs with a 10-speed automatic for buyers who want a more assertive driving character.

Is a manual transmission available on the new Honda Accord?

Yes — a 6-speed manual transmission is available on the Accord Sport trim paired with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, making it one of the few mid-size sedans on the market still offering that option. It's a draw for drivers who prefer direct engagement over a fully automated experience, and it's a well-sorted combination that doesn't feel like an afterthought. Ask our team at Friendly Honda Springfield about current availability if a manual Accord is on your list.

How much interior space does the new Honda Accord Sedan offer?

Rear passengers get over 40 inches of legroom — among the most generous in the mid-size class and noticeably more than many competitors at a similar price point. Cargo capacity comes in at 16.7 cubic feet, giving the trunk genuine utility for luggage, groceries, or whatever the week calls for. The interior proportions feel closer to a near-luxury sedan than a family commuter.

What technology features come standard on the new Honda Accord?

Every Accord trim comes equipped with Honda Sensing — the full suite of active safety features including adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, forward collision braking, and road departure mitigation. A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard across the lineup. The Touring trim steps up to a 12-inch screen with Google built-in functionality built into the infotainment system.

What's the difference between the Accord Sedan and the Accord Hybrid?

The standard Accord Sedan runs on a turbocharged gasoline engine — either a 1.5-liter or 2.0-liter four-cylinder — while the Accord Hybrid uses a two-motor electric drive system where the gas engine primarily acts as a generator rather than directly powering the car. The hybrid delivers significantly better fuel economy, especially in city and mixed driving, while the standard Accord offers a more traditional driving feel, a manual transmission option on the Sport trim, and a lower starting price. Our team can walk you through the comparison in detail if you're weighing both.

Have Additional Questions?

The Accord lineup has enough genuine variation between trim levels and engine pairings that a quick conversation can save you a lot of back-and-forth online — we're easy to reach and glad to give you specific answers.

Whether you're figuring out which engine fits how you drive, trying to decide between the Sport and EX-L, or wondering what's currently on our lot, our team at Friendly Honda Springfield can help you sort it out.

Send a message through the contact form or give us a call — we'd rather you come in with clear expectations than spend the afternoon narrowing things down on your own.

Two Turbocharged Engines, One Strong Case for the Accord

The Accord Sedan gives you a real choice in how you want it to perform — and that's something most mid-size sedans don't actually offer anymore. The 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder produces 192 horsepower and handles daily driving with plenty in reserve: responsive off the line, composed on the highway, and efficient enough that most buyers don't feel like they're sacrificing anything. For drivers who want more, the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine steps up to 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque, which puts the Accord in territory that genuinely competes with sport sedans.

Both engines benefit from Honda's approach to turbocharging — low-end torque that arrives early rather than waiting for boost to build, which makes the Accord feel more capable in everyday traffic than the numbers alone suggest. The 2.0-liter pairs with a 10-speed automatic that makes good use of the power without feeling like it's hunting, and on the Sport trim it's available with a 6-speed manual for drivers who want real engagement.

1.5-liter turbo: 192 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque for efficient, well-rounded daily performance
2.0-liter turbo: 252 hp and 273 lb-ft for a more assertive, sport sedan driving character
6-speed manual transmission available on Sport trim with the 2.0-liter engine

The engine choice is one of the first things worth sorting out when you start shopping the Accord, because it determines which trims are on the table for you. Knowing which direction you're leaning before your visit helps narrow the conversation considerably.

If you have the flexibility, driving both the 1.5 and 2.0 back to back at Friendly Honda Springfield is the most useful thing you can do — the difference in character is real enough to influence the decision, and no spec sheet captures it accurately.

A Cabin Built for Drivers Who Put Real Miles On

Spend time in the Accord's interior and the design choices start making sense. The driving position is well-calibrated for a range of body types, physical climate controls stay within easy reach without hunting through menus, and the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is clear and legible without demanding attention away from the road. It's an interior that prioritizes the people using it over the people photographing it for a brochure.

Rear seat passengers get over 40 inches of legroom — a number that stands out in the mid-size class and translates to an adult actually being comfortable on a longer drive rather than tolerating it. Cargo comes in at 16.7 cubic feet, with a trunk opening wide enough to load efficiently. The overall proportions feel closer to a near-luxury sedan than what most people picture when they think "family car."

Over 40 inches of rear legroom — among the most generous in the mid-size segment
16.7 cubic feet of cargo space with a practical, wide-opening trunk
10.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard on most trims

Upper trims build on that foundation with leather seating, a power moonroof, heated and ventilated front seats, and a Bose premium audio system. The Touring's 12-inch Google built-in infotainment screen adds a layer of connectivity that integrates naturally without overcomplicating the interface.

Come sit in one at Friendly Honda Springfield before you make a decision. Interior dimensions on a spec sheet are useful context, but they don't tell you how the space actually feels to be in — that part requires showing up.

Accord Sedan Trim Levels — From LX to Touring

The Accord Sedan runs from the LX through the Sport, EX-L, and up to the Touring, with each step adding meaningful content rather than cosmetic differences. The foundation is consistent across all four — Honda Sensing, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine come standard at the LX level, which means you're not working up from a stripped base to get basic features.

The Sport trim opens the door to the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and the manual transmission option, making it the trim that stands furthest apart from the rest of the lineup in driving character. The EX-L moves into leather seating, a power moonroof, and heated front seats, while the Touring rounds everything out with the 2.0-liter engine, a 12-inch Google built-in touchscreen, Bose audio, and ventilated front seats.

LX: Honda Sensing, 12.3" digital cluster, and 10.2" touchscreen standard from the entry trim
EX-L: leather seating, power moonroof, heated front seats, and heated steering wheel
Touring: 2.0-liter turbo, 12" Google built-in screen, Bose premium audio, and ventilated seats

The Sport trim deserves a specific mention for buyers who want the 2.0-liter engine without paying for the Touring's full feature set. It's the most driver-focused configuration in the lineup, and the manual transmission availability makes it genuinely distinct from every other Accord on the lot.

Inventory shifts regularly at Friendly Honda Springfield, so ask us what's currently available before making the drive. If you have a specific trim or configuration in mind, a quick call can confirm whether it's on the lot or what's closest to it.

How the Accord Holds Up in a Crowded Segment

The mid-size sedan class has shrunk as crossovers have pulled buyers away, but the Accord has kept pace by continuing to develop rather than relying on a familiar name to carry it. The current generation is sharper in design, more spacious in the rear, and more capable from a technology standpoint than the version most buyers have a reference point for — and it's quieter on the highway than a number of crossovers competing in the same price range.

The Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata are genuine alternatives worth considering, and buyers who compare all three carefully will find each has specific strengths. The Accord tends to pull ahead on interior space, the availability of a manual transmission, and the 2.0-liter engine option — all factors that matter to a specific kind of buyer, but not every buyer.

Rear legroom that exceeds most mid-size competitors at a comparable price point
Manual transmission option in a segment that has largely moved away from driver engagement
Strong resale value relative to mid-size sedan competitors over a typical ownership period

Choosing a mid-size sedan over a crossover is a deliberate decision these days — buyers who make it typically want a lower center of gravity, more predictable highway dynamics, and a vehicle that doesn't feel like it arrived at the same conclusion as everyone else. The Accord is a strong answer to that choice.

If you're cross-shopping the Accord against other sedans or weighing it against a similarly priced SUV, come talk it through at Friendly Honda Springfield. We'll give you a straight read on where the Accord fits your situation and where it doesn't.

Shopping for a New Accord Near Springfield, IL

A lot of buyers who come into Friendly Honda Springfield for an Accord already know what they want — they've compared specs, landed on a trim, and are ready to drive it before committing. That's exactly the kind of visit we're set up for. Test drives are available on all in-stock models without an appointment, and if you want to drive the 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter back to back, we'll make that happen without any pressure to decide on the spot.

We serve drivers from across central Illinois — Chatham, Sherman, Taylorville, Jacksonville, and Decatur among them — and the experience is the same regardless of where you're coming from or what stage of the process you're at. Financing is available online ahead of your visit if you want to arrive pre-approved, and trade-in appraisals are handled on-site with same-day offers that apply directly toward your purchase.

Test drives on all in-stock Accord trims — no appointment required, walk in any time
Online credit application available to get pre-approved before visiting the dealership
On-site trade-in appraisals with same-day offers applied toward your purchase

The finance process at Friendly Honda Springfield runs the same way every time — every number laid out before a signature gets asked for, and nothing appears at the last step that wasn't part of the conversation from the start. If something doesn't add up, say so and we'll address it.

Browse current Accord inventory online to see what's on the lot, or stop by whenever you're ready. Whether you're a week from a decision or just starting to look, we're glad to have you in Springfield.

Check our current specials on the Accord lineup, find out what your trade is worth, or reach out to our team with questions — Friendly Honda Springfield is here to make the process as straightforward as it should be from the first conversation to the moment you drive away.

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