2018 Honda Accord vs. 2018 Toyota Camry Comparison | Edmunds

[@tustinsystems]

The most important question is which one will last the longest with the least maintenance expense?

[@underminer7825]

Honda always

[@Stefin770]

We had a bad experience with Honda, our 07 CRV kept having issues....BUT I'll still buy a Honda over a Toyota cuz I love how spacious they are

[@rickhunter7257]

I test drove them both, and love them both! However, I stayed with Toyota as a result of my 2007 Camry SE (170k worry free miles), and a better deal, and yes I'm extremely happy!

[@tonywong303]

Better deal? The brand new SE has nothing no push bottom start, no adaptive cruise control, etc. The only reason for me to choose the Camry could be the 8 speed gearbox, other than that I don’t see why wouldn’t you buy an Accord when you can get a lot more car for the money you pay.

[@gregblack8550]

And if you had bought a Honda the first go around you would of enjoyed the same 170k miles with better driving engagement.

[@vulcanman64]

greg black lol. Not true . Too many issues. It’s now no. 12 in reliability according to consumers reports. Toyota is far more reliable but if you like the infotainment system like I did buy it. Live with the recalls and that’s why I traded in my 18 accord for a new non purchased 18 Camry xle with the v6. Fanatastic reliability and power non stop with the v6. There is much more luxury in the premium Camry compared to the accord. They are reviewing the cheap versions.

[@MrJOHN082850]

@@vulcanman64 ...i notice that too!

[@M67v]

Well go figure. A nearly fully optioned out Accord (1.5T Touring) won a comparison test against a mid trim Camry SE. At least level the playing field in terms of options when comparing the two cars.

[@a32tl]

It wouldn't have really mattered. The Accord is simply the superior car. Look at the scores of other comparisons between the Accord and the Camry online when they are equally optioned. The Accord still wins.

[@M67v]

@@a32tl I’d personally rather have the Camry

[@a32tl]

@@M67v Far be it from me to criticize your choice. Everyone likes what they like. I chose the Accord and am delighted with it.

[@hottietottie9]

I’d rather have the Camry… I just can’t get past that cvt transmission.. I’m terrified of anything with a cvt

[@Giggidygiggidy12]

@@a32tl disagree, camry hybrid xle smokes anything Accord offers

[@vrajparikh3811]

They are comparing a Accord Touring (highest trim), which starts at $33,800 to a Camry SE, which starts at $25,200. They should have compared a Accord Sport to a Camry SE or Accord Touring to a Camry XSE to make it more fair. Obviously the highest trim Accord is going to have an edge over the mid trim Camry.

[@MrChristianrentasram]

Vraj Parikh all the accord are the same inside

[@RossMKF1]

Vraj Parikh I was thinking the same thing lol other reviewers have said the accord wins in lower trims and the Camry wins in XSe trim and XLE.

[@UndoneMistakes]

That’s not the highest trim of the accord. That’s the 1.5 turbo. The highest trim is a touring 2.0 turbo.

[@RossMKF1]

UndoneMistakes Still at least it’s the highest trim in interior features and quality

[@1973TJM]

The "TOURING" is the top trim, on both the 1.5T and 2.0T. The 2.0T has the exact same interior and accessories as the 1.5T. The only thing different from the 1.5T is the bigger engine and a 10-speed automatic, for a listed $2,000 price difference.

[@gsl888]

Interesting that they don't mention the 7 grand price difference.

[@dmcnamara9859]

The Accord has always been the Standard of the World for mainstream sedans....regardless of price difference or trim levels to its competition. It's the reason the Accord is the Number 1, Retail selling sedan since the 4th Generation debuted in North America. Only way Toyota gets the Crown overall Number 1 spot is by dumping vehicles to Government, and Fleet buyers. Honda has never followed that trap....even in slow times (depressed car market), large numbers of Retail consumers always flock to Honda Dealerships.

[@thevoxdeus]

When you're looking at the real price out the door it's more like a 9k difference. Seriously, top trim and better engine on the Accord vs mid level trim and worse engine on the Camry. Wouldn't actually affect the stuff they like best about the Accord, since the interior is solid on the mid trim models, but it would impact the driving experience. That weaker torque at low speeds on the Camry might be solved with 50% more horse power.

[@NorthernPaddler]

What 9 grand difference ? Top spec models here in Canada both around 40 G

[@savedby_grace6110]

My 2019 Accord LX was sold to me for $22,500 out the door- thank God.

[@zakm4012]

D McNamara Then explain why the Camry is out selling it 😭😂

[@Sweetsam013]

I had SO much trouble deciding!! I went for the Accord Hybrid Touring and I love it!

[@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall]

Thank god you chose the Accord!

[@vibezwittchriss]

@@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall exactly,, Toyota’s have such cheap plastic

[@jayou1987]

Shoulda went with Camry. It top of the class for a reason. I feel sorry for you

[@lucassmith2249]

@@jayou1987 I feel sorry for your mother.

[@Stefin770]

@@jayou1987 bro our family sold our 07 CRV & got a 18 RAV4. And I hate it so much, these Toyota idiots don't know how to design a practical & modern interior. Plus space was another thing I noticed it lacked compared to the CRV.

[@croxley611]

Crossed shopped both vehicles back in December, it was between xse Camry & Touring Accord... ended up buying the Accord, interior was much more luxurious & roomy/ CarPlay/ additional features/ handling much tighter in the Accord. No wonder it was named NA car of the year 👍🏻

[@jasonouellette6179]

David Irwin I had an Accord as a loaner when my Ridgeline was getting service and I have to agree on the handling. Very sharp handling and a great chassis for a FWD family sedan.

[@daves9355]

Mazda 6 interior and exterior destroy them both.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

how is CarPlay even a feature?

[@ojgames1345]

I think it's worth noting that the 2.0T in the Accord is grossly underrated from factory (like every other manufacturers is doing with their forced induction cars). Thing is dynoing at 265 at the wheels which is somewhere around 300+ crack hp. I like the looks of the Accord. Looks mature and refined. This is also probably the best looking Camry they've ever made.

[@brodiethomas6315]

Why are they comparing two different trims?

[@ronako2]

I shopped between the Accord and the Camry, and bought the Camry with my own money. And since the Camry came out months ahead, a similar MSRP Accord would have costed 2k more. I admit the Accord is certainly better in the infotainment area. But I didn't like the poor ground insulation in the Accord since all the road noise sounds like it's coming from the ground. I found the Camry slightly quieter and I think will be more reliable.

[@1973TJM]

I just bought the Accord and have not gotten the impression it is noisy inside. Did you actually compare the 2018 or just the 2017 Accord? The 2018 also has active noise suppression (like Bose).

[@ronako2]

Yes, I compared it to the 2018 Accord. I test drove several in fact. But once I sat in Camry, it was noticeably quieter. But I suppose it's a matter of preference. I prioritized reliability, hence why I leaned toward the Camry. Honda's reliability has been falling the past several years, so I didn't want to take the chance on the Accord for the 1st year model redesign. Or maybe I'm a little biased since my car before was a Camry as well which lasted 11 years which I only replaced because I wanted something new.

[@1973TJM]

Thanks for the reply. I agree with buying a Camry if you had previous good (great!) experience with them. I have never bought a Toyota or a Honda before. The 2018 Camry was also a 1st year model redesign, right? There seemed to not be a lot of difference in reliability when I checked out both on Consumer Reports (but the Camry was a bit better) My daughter bought a new 2003 Civic (her first car purchase!), and still has it. I was in the market because Hyundai bought back our 2016 Sonata PHEV as a lemon.

[@walkerdarin2003]

ronako both cars a extremely reliable. I don’t see that being a very strong point.

[@DRII-yv1yt]

and yet the Accord is way down in sales!neither is my cup of tea, BTW.

[@hemantsathian2492]

Coming from an xse owner, if u can’t afford the xle or xse Camrys, better off buying an accord. Imo lower trim camrys can’t justify their price against accord.

[@singular9]

Never pay sticker...just bargain with mutliplayer dealers like me and get the lower trims for the price of a mid trim civic.

[@jhrk4279]

Hemant Sathian highest trim does have shit on the accord

[@amandahsu9204]

Hemant Sathian I

[@brrepublic8174]

Fair assessment

[@jtpfla3]

agreed

[@vj5225]

Now compare a top line Camry V6 to a Top line Accord 2.0T and I'm going with the Camry. The 2 tone red leather, the panorama roof and that buttery smooth V6 is a winner for me.

[@xfactor51791]

I am a 2018 camry xsev6 owner and i absolutely love it. I chose between the accord touring and camry xse v6 and the feeling of that v6 just feels more confident.. Dont get me wrong the accords are bad ass but the camry is just a sexy car!! Next time do a review with the higher trim models of both cars Edmunds!!!!

[@jxmar_]

xfactor51791 Lol even this mid trim Camry has some advantages over the accord!!!! Imagine if they used the XLE V6 or the XSE V6

[@damueyell5656]

My 2.0T Accord is faster than the XSE V6. Plus, mine comes with fog lights! lol I think the Accord is way sexier myself, I just don't like the harsh angles on the camry, and what's with the black line of plastic coming out of the tail lights?

[@stanmarcusgtv]

Camry loses every comparison. Camry is not sexy, it's a rental car.

[@Jennifer-nj8gn]

xfactor51791 #metoo! Got the 18 XSE v6 and couldn't be happier.

[@Jennifer-nj8gn]

xfactor51791 The Camry has more power than the 2.0T. It's already been tested on the track in the meadowlands by professional race car drivers. Coming from experience my XSE v6 will SMOKE the Accord! No doubt about it!!!

[@wallrusmoose2111]

Accord having transmission problems not to mention having a turbo means future headaches. Toyota would be my choice even though I'm not crazy about the interior design. I'll sacrifice a bit of the design for reliability.

[@OfficialPrincipe]

That was a great review, word-choice and the way you all tied it in was just perfect. Looking forward for a duo like this in the future videos.

[@maryhenry4954]

I had 2 Honda Accords in the past. One was a 3 year lease with no problems. The other I bought from a friend with low miles. At about 75,000 miles we had to replace the engine. I bought a Toyota Corolla Sport in 2009. It has 145,000 + miles. Routine maintenance, new tires and a couple batteries. No major issues ever! Still looks great! It's a keeper! Bought a new 2018 Camry SE, 4 cyl. Smooth ride, great features, price and 33 mpg. I'm sold on Toyota! I'm loving it!

[@cutelilpenguin85]

I spent a lot of time with both vehicles when making my car purchase decision. I ended up going with the Accord, but really it comes down to personal preference. The cars are VERY similar, so get what feels right to you. I felt Honda had maybe a tiny bit more "get up and go" and the infotainment system is better. What really made the difference for me though was the interior space. More comfortable for my tall husband to ride in as a passenger in front of a kid's car seat. Those few extra inches make a difference when you've got a big bulky car seat to accommodate!

[@grizzlyman329]

I had a 2016 Camry XSE, almost bought the 18 XSE, they just didn't have the color I wanted at that time. I drove the Accord just out of curiosity and ended up buying the Sport model. Accord's quality is much better, you can tell when you open and close the doors. I hated the Accord at frst but after seeing one and driving it, it was a no brainer. It's quiet, comfortable and handles really good. Very happy, no regrets.

[@foxxmufasa]

usb ports in the back ARE an available option on the accord.

[@lionintu]

foxxmufasa and its $120 which aint too bad at all

[@stephenhendricks103]

The Mazda six provides two rear usb ports as standard equipment.

[@jhrdz87]

foxxmufasa shouldnt be OPTIONS.. USB are needed in a car...

[@Maureentv1]

I have both Kia K5 Gt-line & 2021 Accord 2.0T . I can't emphasize how well built the 10th generation Accord is!

[@Fadic4]

As Motortrend said “ Simply put, Toyota built a better Camry, but Honda built a better car.”

[@Toyota4Life]

Fadic 4 too bad people don't buy cars based on motor trend LOL. Camry looks better has more features offers more power and looks more sporty and that's what's gonna get the Camry more sales then the accord.

[@WilliamStewart1]

Toyota4Life The Camry does not have more features, Toyota is always a step behind when it comes to technology in vehicles compared to most of the industry.

[@Fadic4]

Toyota4Life what features does the Camry have that the Accord doesn’t? Like Applecar play and android auto right? Adaptive dampers?ventilated seats? Oh let’s not forget how much better Honda sensing is than Toyota’s safety which doesn’t even offer everything standard on the base trim, you have to get the more expensive trims to get the full line of safety features.. It has more power? Good thing the accord has more torque and is lighter.. that’s what actually gives you acceleration... Looks better? According to who... you...?

[@criznitty]

I’ve noticed Toyota fans will sacrifice a lot just to claim that they drive a Toyota.

[@Toyota4Life]

Fadic 4 one the Camry has available smooth V6 engine with over 300hp. Two the Camry has stylish red leather which is a serious eye catcher. Three the Camry has the option to have its roof painted black which looks really dope. 4 the Camry has Birdseye view which incorporates a 360 camera so you can see around the car. 5 the Camry had a double mood roof. None of which the accord offers. The Camry also offers Toyota safety suit standard. The Camrys base engine is the most powerful in its class no turbo needed. Factor in the fact the Camry will be more reliable then accord and that is proven.

[@AakashMaddi]

I own an Accord 2018 and oh boy, is it amazing! I second every single point that these guys mentioned here. It's just perfect!

[@webd225]

Just purchased the 2018 Honda Accod EX and I LOVE It!

[@ibrahimhamdi6788]

I know is an old comment..how the reliability so far?

[@japekto2138]

I'd lease an Accord and have fun with it. But, if I want to buy a car to own and keep for years until it either falls apart or quits? I'd buy the Camry. Year in and year out, the Camry (esp the 4-cylinder ones) never wins in any comparison test. Nor does it get many awards. Yet, I see a lot more older Camrys on the streets, sometimes 5 generations at a stoplight. That says a lot more than any yearly comparison..

[@MVPlayer123]

Because of fleet sales...

[@grahamcouture6786]

There seems to be too much of a quality difference for them to be the equivalent trim levels. Unless I missed it, you didn’t mention the trim level of that Accord, and it would be nice if you also mentioned if the trim level is at the top, bottom, or middle of the scale.

[@DanLizot]

He mention it's the 1.5 at 0:20 and we see the touring tag at 8:30

[@grahamcouture6786]

Danthemanyk thank you!

[@grahamcouture6786]

Danthemanyk now I know that they were comparing the interiors from the top of the line trim level in the Accord to the mid tier trim level in the Camry, which is why they loved the interior in the Accord much more. If they didn’t, there would have to be something seriously wrong with Honda.

[@panzer_TZ]

You can tell just by the headlights that it’s a touring accord vs a mid level SE Camry and not an XSE or XSE V6. This makes me suspect about the video. To blatantly use different trim levels is BS.

[@grahamcouture6786]

ezekiel1hen yeah and rave about how the Accord is so much better because of the interior when you could get pretty much the same thing on a Camry. These cars are $5,000-$8,000 different in price. It is definitely not a fair comparison.

[@RangerRickTV]

The accord reminds me of a robocop helmet. I love the new style1

[@mrradioswag4593]

2018 XSE Owner! Camry all day everyday!

[@CuocsongCaliforniaUsa-tb5os]

MrRadioSwag I just got the xse v6 2020 love it

[@damueyell5656]

Purchased a 2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T and LOVE it!

[@edmundscars]

Awesome, congratulations! Just in case you want to share your purchase experience, you can tell us your Success Story here: bit.ly/2DaQfaP

[@AC-ir3od]

Thinking about trading in my ‘16 maxima for one.

[@KINGWD0110]

Are u experiencing anything unusual with the all new 10 spd transmission yet?!

[@kangvp9512]

CVT?! Pfft. No thanks, I’d rather buy the Camry with the 2.5 and 8 speed auto.

[@KINGWD0110]

The only thing that is holding me back from buying the accord is the cvt! Plus it is too expensive to buy the 2.0 with 10 spd transmission! I may end up buying the 2.5 Camry 😅

[@kangvp9512]

@@KINGWD0110 go for the 2.5 Camry. It's a great car. Over 200 horsepower, no CVT.

[@singular9]

Problem is, you will end up paying much less than sticker for the camry. Honda dealership don't want to offer good deals like Toyota. Toyota consistently offers 5k off or more from sticker on ANY vehicle.

[@swanblake]

The Accord i think is better. The Accord offers more cabin space, Apple carplay and Android Auto which I would not buy a new car without, faster acceleration, manual transmission option, beautiful interior with aluminum and wood touches. That said the Toyota is a clear 2 best in this class which is definelty not a loss or knock on the Camry

[@vrajparikh3811]

Tesla doesn't have carplay. Would you still buy it?

[@WilliamStewart1]

Vraj Parikh I wouldn't.

[@Yondaily]

William Stewart me neither!

[@johnsmythe1841]

Manual transmission for mid sized family cars is meaningless. 20 years ago or so, it meant something in the way of cost of the car, maintenence costs and gas mileage, but today it's just a hassle 91% of car buyers can, and want to, do without.

[@swanblake]

John Smythe it's about engagement with the vehicle. Not efficientcy and there is no right or wrong answer. You have your automatic and I'll have my manual. Choice is a great thing. Don't act like only your opinion is right. All I ask for is choice

[@conceptcs]

I'm gonna go with the Camry, just like the looks better, inside or out. The tailights of the Accord are horrible.

[@bigdisme5622]

Nevermind the entire rest of the car just the taillights LOL

[@way2fitTV]

I'll be getting mine in manual, thank you very much

[@Jennifer-nj8gn]

If they are comparing then they should compare the XSE V6! Hands down the XSE V6 is in a class all its own. It's insulting to compare this car to an accord! LMAO! I own the 2018 Camry and can tell you it's got power and can hold its own on the road with looks and get up! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@danymanchster1759]

I like your reviews because they are oriented toward practicality and keep in mind the correct buyers (families and people looking for reliable cars). unlike the rest of the auto journalist that review every car on how sporty it is when the car is really meant for comfort and reliability and not sportiness.

[@KnightIndustries572]

The Accord really looks like a BMW of the East, the Camry is nice too, great car..but the Accord just has that X factor inside and out the Camry doesn't quite have.

[@FC-kx5yh]

Accord hands down! Because of slower rate of depreciation. Right now in North Texas, base model '17 Camry's are selling for $14000-$14500 while base model '17 Accords are selling for $19000.

[@babiraj6155]

17 camry is old generation but 17 àccord is new one

[@OfficialPrincipe]

18 is the new one

[@FC-kx5yh]

Yes, this is true....

[@FC-kx5yh]

Great observation

[@LT-sz8dr]

Actually, this would show that they depreciate about the same. A brand new base model accord is about 4-6 grand more than a base Model Camry.

[@TheCyberguycpt]

Just bought a 2018 Honda Accord Touring 1.5 liter and I'm in love. Previous to cars were a 2014.5 camry and a 2016 Camry. Biggest reason I couldn't even look at the Camry was I needed/wanted Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. I here the 2019 Camry will get Carplay but not Android for sure. I get people say the Camry is prettier but to me it just looks bulkier, bubbly, and just doing to much. For me the Accord looks lighter, quicker, sleaker, and much more upscale. I've always admired the quickness Hondas and Acuras have about themselves. My car is super quick to respond and just takes off. My Camry always felt sluggish. So far I'm really enjoying this car and think I made a good decision. And yes I got the extended warranty, I dont see why you wouldn't when buying a first model year car.

[@bchandler81]

I traded my Camry for a Honda Accord (loaded). Biggest mistake of my adult life! My Camry never spent a day in the shop & I traded it in with 103,000 flawless miles on it. At 75,000 miles on the Accord the transmission went out (complete loss & had to have the entire transmission replaced). Two months after the transmission went out the power steering pump went out. Not to mention every panel on the Accord (hood, front quarter panels, roof, deck lid & rear quarter panels) developed huge discoloration where the paint flaked off & basically made the Accord look like it had paint cancer. Somewhere in all of that the power locks stopped working & the center display went out. I’m never going the Honda route again. I am back in a Toyota (Prius- that has out-lasted the Accord with zero problems) & will probably opt for a Camry when I am done with my Prius. Also, Consumer Reports & other indexes that measure cars & consumer satisfaction put Toyota at #1 (not Honda) & to show how great & consistent Toyota is their luxury division, Lexus, is #1 in the luxury lineup of automobiles (not Acura- in fact, Acura has been slipping). At the end of the day, Toyota just builds them better. A lot better.

[@charliegone1652]

Honda seems to always have had issues with their transmissions. honestly when people buy a Toyota, they usually do it for one thing only. Reliability. I put 200,000 miles plus on my Toyota Corolla..17 years later it still running, did it have issues? Yep, but mostly due to my fault. People say that Hondas are up to par in reliability to the Toyotas, but that simply is not true. Toyota is a more reliable vehicle. That's why they didn't go with a CVT in the Camry..if it ain't broke don't fix it!

[@Berrypancakes229]

Brian Chandler Your comment helped me make my decision. Because I’ve wondered and heard about problem with transmission. I’m for Toyota for reliability. That’s what matters more.

[@Samsroomofrequirements]

I do agree toyota Camry is a great car! I had a 2003 Camry with no problems! Baught it brand new and never had a regret about my decision. In 5 years I had nothing but regular maintenance. I now have a 2010 acura mdx baught new, and also no problems! It's a hard pick between honda and Toyota, both great. But I am leaning to toyota Avalon, or going to lexus es. We will see if acura or honda will win for me.

[@jtpfla3]

You've made some valid points, but to say that Camry isn't even on par with a Mazda that required a name change (Mazda 626 to 6) is reaching. Also the Accord needed to make the change to cvt to address their transmission issues, so unless you really believe that it was done to increase fuel economy your still reaching. Mazda 6 has the highest fuel eco in the class and it does not have or require a cvt to accomplish it. This is Coming from someone who agrees with you that the 18 Accord is a win over the Camry but disagrees with your reasoning.

[@jasonouellette6179]

Toyota is probably a notch ahead in overall reliability at the moment, and i'm on my 6th Honda so no bias here. All of mine have been very reliable, but Honda has had some problematic transmissions and some good ones. No problem with their 6 speeds, but the verdict will be out in a few years on these newer transmissions. Honda does make the most reliable engines though and they are taking more chances with their powertrains at the moment. We'll have to wait and see how these new turbo engines, CVT's and 10 speeds hold up on the Hondas. A naturally aspirated inline 4 Honda with a manual transmission will no doubt be extremely reliable, but there is definitely more potential for things to go wrong when the powertrains get more complicated.

[@borus1976]

Both good cars. Buy what you like, it’s not hard.

[@Toyota4Life]

Camry is the winner. Camry looks better (XSE) with blacked out roof.. Camry offers sexy red interior (not the boring interior like in this review) Camry has V6 with 301hp... offers double moonroof... Quad exhaust pipes The accord looks like a overgrown civic or Audi A7 wanna be. The Camry looks original. I also feel like the interior of that accord was better optioned then the Camry in this video.

[@jmasoncars4452]

Toyota4Life everything about the Accord is better in any video versus the Camry not just this one plus that "301hp" gets trounced on the dyno next to the 252hp accord. Camry=260hp 240tq Accord=265hp 300tq. Name one award Camry has won, Besides the king of Fleet Sales award.

[@CARBONHAWK1]

Justamazon 33 that 2.0 sounds like absolute shit

[@jmasoncars4452]

Pablo Herasme yeah I'm sure you've driven one right?... I will say I do find it quite amusing that you Toyota fans will throw salt at the Accords "shity sounding" 2.0t but if this was a video of the slow ass 0-60 in 7.0 seconds $47,000 lexus IS F-sport 2.0t you would have nothing but great things to say about it.

[@senorgato70]

Watching and listening to these two review cars is like watching my finger nails grow.

[@jxmar_]

This is unfair!!!!! Why didn’t y’all use the XLE v6 for this review?? They picked the accord over the Camry because they used a lower end trim level of the Camry in which they used the top of the line model for the accord I’m sure If they used the XSE/XLE v6 for this review they would have chosen the Camry

[@ProVishGaming]

U dumb?, they didn't even mention the full touring features. The touring has heated rear seats and optional charging ports. Also has the heads up display. Also the 2.0t is faster. They compared it as it was sport 1.5 vs se.

[@dakotalovespie]

Lol that is a lowest grade accord you can buy. Camry gets demolished no matter what grade they review

[@MrOzgooner]

Who cares..honda is gay if thats what you like

[@dakotalovespie]

You prolly couldn't afford one anyway

[@Sjrick]

This is nice, i like the fact that there are two guys reviewing this. Most times you only see one.

[@MrAsh-cw5cq]

Accord.... All day

[@HULK-HOGAN1]

RIP Accord Euro

[@blaster00006]

Auto journalists aren’t the only lovers of manual transmissions. I intend to buy an Accord Sport 2.0 with the six speed. Kudos to Honda for keeping this tradition alive.

[@imransiddiqui01]

Love the accord, going to buy in this Oct 2018 ..

[@Dolby109]

Both cars are an improvement, but the Accord is much more so. My dad was looking for a new car and I had him test both (along with other makes) and I was shocked how much the Accord was improved over the 2017 that a friend has. The Camry on the other hand while having improved styling still felt like an appliance compared to much of the rest of the competition. Not enough excitement.

[@ralphcastillo9266]

Accord looks like a big Civic. Why the same tail lights? Even the new Odyssey has same lights. Did the design department run out of funds?

[@pccchurch]

The taillights are definitely out of place, the sides are not very pleasing, but the front is horrendous ... gawd awful flat front design.

[@paosaephan5067]

Honda ran out of ideas. Certain design fit certain model car. Not all cars

[@paosaephan5067]

Audi A4 & A6 same taillights. They got lazy. Honda got lazy. So they supersized Civic taillights for Accord. So one less machine at the manufacturer. Save money.

[@b.f.378]

+Heyu Yoma exactly. Almost all car companies have a similar look (either grill, design, etc.) Toyota on the other hand has no signature look. All their vehicles look different. The Yaris is a rebadged Mazda. The 86 is a rebadged Subaru. It's like Toyota is confused as to what they wanna look like. Don't get me wrong, some vehicles have resembles (like the front end of the new Prius, Rav4 and CHR), but other than that, Toyota's lineup is all over the place in terms of design.

[@lionintu]

Ralph Castillo this comment was useless

[@kseries1981]

The only thing I need to know is which one comes with a standard transmission. That there, is your winner

[@davidperry4013]

I'd take the camry.

[@stanpowers600]

While it looks so much better (so Open!) than all Black, that Ivory Accord interior scares me - afraid it would get dingy looking fast. Even the Accord Grey interior is pretty light. Sure wish there was a darker Saddle/Brown Option. Really excellent comparison! Thanks!

[@estebanmuneton182]

They are both really nice cars, they actually do. What i like the of the Accord are the headlights, they look awesome (like Audi or Mercedes), but Toyota have always made great cars, the quality is better and I like the difuser in the back of the Camry, looks great. I honestly prefer the Toyota.

[@MistrZIGZAG]

Don't get me wrong, I'm on the Accord's side, but it wasn't a fair test. You used the highest trim level accord, versus a mid level Camry. You should have compared the Touring to the XLE

[@b.f.378]

I wasn't really a fan of the new Accord design when I first saw it & instantly thought the Camry was much better. But now I've gotten used to the design. The Accord has a better front end, but the Camry has a better back end. Both interiors are nice (Accord looks like an European luxury car inside, while the Camry has a nice Avalon-look inside). But since I drive an Accord & love it, I'd take an Accord.

[@lionintu]

Baasil F. Same thoughts here

[@whereisthedollar]

Can’t believe they failed to mention. The Camry has a V6 with 301 HP. The XLE trim has a full glass sun roof to boot. The style of Camry looks better, compared to the weird looking rear lights on the Accord.

[@jxmar_]

whereisthe dollar also the XSE is available with a panoramic sunroof as well!!!!

[@BMW-pk6nh]

No thanks Camry is the clear winner to me Camry all the way

[@sn7miller]

I have a Camry SE Hybrid 2018....better than my Acura 3.2TL better than my BMW 530i from performance to maintenance to gas savings. Never would have believed this as I was never into Toyotas....but on a whim I decided to try it. Now 6 years later, 2024, exactly 0 issues ever with this car. My last Honda the transmission went out at 47,000 miles and BMW ...well, nothing needs to be said about it's maintenance issues except 'A lot'. Oh, I got the Toyota hybrid, because I just trusted their background with hybrids.

[@socalbenny4728]

Camry will win the long term reliabilty race as it does not have the turbocharger that eventually fail on the Accord.

[@Yondaily]

socal benny you are such a liar 🤥 it just came out and that really doesn’t mean that it. Will fall old turbo charged car fail but the new one will be very reliable you will be surprised in a couple years what you’ll fine with the Camry!

[@Lemaj420]

Says who?

[@socalbenny4728]

All I am saying is that a turbocharger will not have a reliability that will last as long as the engine even if you baby it. Turbochargers will fail long before you get 200k in your odometer. Going over 200k without any part replacements is how I measure reliability.

[@AwesomeJoe007]

socal benny I agree! That's why I pick the Camry too. Looks much better too.

[@ImportsRule007]

I agree as well Socal benny 100%

[@eduardotoledano]

Great product review. So thorough! Kudos on the camera too.

[@mcsbangladesh5911]

Lol wtf they’re comparing accord touring with camry se and not xse 😂

[@dakotalovespie]

That is a base model Accord. Lol moron.

[@Lucky8s]

@@dakotalovespie It's the top of the line. Straight off the bat you know it's not a LX because of the LED high beams and leather seats.

[@joseph-is-my-name]

Honda probably paid them to talk up the ugly Accord with it's ugly front and dumb iPad on dashboard

[@bhinx7487]

nothing they commented on had anything to do with the trim level features. Powertrain, ride quality, amenities/storage...all are exactly the same on the 1.5 Sport, I know...I own one

[@giovanniralejo9017]

@@dakotalovespie you're stupid that's not a base that's a touring 1.5t

[@jasonsmith1143]

these days when buying a new car, first thing does it come with Apple car play or Android Auto. 20 years ago it was still about driving, reading maps, focus on the road, am i a safe driver. i controlled the car. Now the car controls me.

[@rkalla]

I really like this style of meticulous talk-through of a car and not just the make-shift advertisement style reviews.

[@zooks3894]

Honda is the easy winner here.

[@cmjcj2ktn]

I love watching car guys with driving reactions, their nuance impressions are interesting to hear.

[@pascaladjaero]

I'll take the camry in this comparison but it's Avalon 2019 I see in my dreams now

[@daveincanada785]

Camry for me. The Accord's proportions just seems weird to me, Camry seems to have better overall style in and out.

[@vijaykaradi]

I bought 2018 Camry 2.5L XLE for $26k OTD, equivalent 2018 Accord 1.5L is costing $33k OTD with CVT. So considering 7k cost difference Camry is way better and it will come 8 speed automatic with naturally aspirated engine not CVT with small turbo engine. I am missing AndroidAuto and AppleCarPlay but definitely not worth for paying 7k. For the price I can get luxury Sedan's which will be way better than Accord. Honda Accord is overpriced thats why its sales are down compared to Camry. I agree Accord 2.0L 10 speed Automatic is better compared to 2.5L 8 speed Automatic but price difference is almost $10k. I can get Lexus 350 for that price then why should I buy Accord?

[@jakesmith6017]

Test drove both. Your reviews were precise and accurate on everything, although in my opinion yall down played the throttle response on the Honda. There is a noticeable delay when driving this vehicle in comparison to the Camry. Like I said thats just my opinion. The head unit was in fact more user friendly in the Honda and there was more room in the back of the Honda so it comes down to financing and what matters more to the buyer.

[@Slim1986]

Accord💯

[@lindyisawesome4157]

Test drove the Camry SE and Accord EX back to back today. Liked both a lot but was leaning toward the Camry as there was less road noise and felt more luxurious. Then I read Edmunds owner review comments on the infotainment/phone interface on the Camry as well as this video and that is a huge concern. The Accord Apple Carplay syncing up to the car was awesome and effortless. So the choice is avoiding daily/weekly aggravation with the Camry connectivity for the price of having a small turbo engine.

[@doccyber]

Is the Accord better than Mazda 6?

[@mohammednihalrehman939]

doccyber i still love the mazda 6. Specially the new 2018 model

[@Yondaily]

They are both better cars!

[@a32tl]

Yes. Accord is better.

[@nandernugget]

Andy Jacobs Probably not

[@WJF388]

Mazda 6 is still better. Typical Honda f** will scratch the bottom of the barrel to brag as if the Accords a high end luxury sports car.

[@jowowetan]

Entune with no car play really sucks but Toyota comes with 2 yrs. free maintenance. On the Accord side, turbo engine requires extra maintenance down the line and higher insurance so I'd still go for the Camry but with V6 XSE trim.

[@NickMurray]

Toyota trying to market the Camry as sporty is some funny shit I will give them that!

[@slowgoat6089]

Usman Siddiqui nice lie

[@plotdot6920]

Usman Siddiqui Sounds like a nightmare !

[@khakuda]

I love both cars, but I rented a 4 cylinder 2018 Camry SE and got 52 mpg on the highway. Could not believe it, but when I gassed up the computer was accurate. No turbo, standard transmission and 200 HP? No idea how they do it. Can't go wrong with either, both great cars. I do worry about the longevity of the Honda CVT and turbo engine which are less time tested, but I thought the Honda was a great ride, too.

[@bombardierrecreationalprod1023]

Toyota is much better , fact is the most reliable cars in the world are Toyota's!

[@swapsaraf3]

Accord is trying to be a Audi while Camry is trying to be a Scion. Hope that is understandable

[@efrainvargas6562]

You guys telling me that the cabin is more important than the power train? they can refine the cvt as much as they want , I'll stick with the normal automatic, not to mention that toyota still offers the V6, with 301hp, I'll take the camry any day, if I'm going to choose a car based on the cabin, mazda wins over honda hands down, honda just copying the mazda design when it comes to cabin. THAT HONDA EXTERIOR IS SOO UGLY BY THE WAY!

[@powerofpinesol8002]

Efrain Vargas but the 2.0 is faster than the V6 Camry and the Mazda 6 does not have a better cabin I’ve sat in both the Mazda lacks the features technology and space not to mention this is about equal in terms of materials

[@pccchurch]

The best CVT is like saying the the most reliable crack addict. In the end, both will let u down sooner rather than later. Traditional trans >>>>>>>>> CVT economy junk.

[@skifree0]

It depends on how you look at it, from a reliability standpoint no matter how flawed the CVT is in long term reliability, we are talking about HONDA here. Their 5AT (traditional) automatic is terrible for reliability, basically requiring a rebuild if you want to keep if for the long haul. And if we area talking about "fun" aspect of it. Suck it up and buy a manual. I've test driven the CVT on the Honda, it is sluggish, but I found almost all auto's except the ZF8 to be like that.

[@lionintu]

Efrain Vargas bro the accord 2.0 comes woth a 10 speed transmission. And it defeats Camry's transmission.

[@daddyeagen]

About time someone mentioned the 6, their interior is on another level in the gt trim. Now that they are getting the 2.5t it will really get interesting.

[@area859]

Why would you compare the accord and camry in 2 different trim levels?? That doesn't make sense and not a fair comparison.

[@boostedcadillac8496]

I’ll take the V6!

[@jmasoncars4452]

I'll take the one that's faster.

[@jmasoncars4452]

Hasty One yes because they've been out long enough for you to comment about reliability right?

[@skifree0]

Ill take the manual trans.

[@IMNOTUPLOADING234]

2.0 is faster lmao

[@wendavid99]

The 2.0T + 10 speed auto is fantastic.

[@downwind4final]

I’m feeling the tiny displacement turbo and CVT aren’t going to age as well as the Camry drivetrain.

[@FaisalKhan-gy1yc]

No matter wat the sales of camry is the highest..

[@lionintu]

oopsisuckeditagain facts!

[@jmasoncars4452]

www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-02-01/nissan-and-toyota-s-secret-u-s-sales-weapon-fleet-customers

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

Yes if you include Fleet sells.

[@theloveforvintagehifi8642]

I test drove both bought the Camry the slick style and v6 na is a no brainer

[@Hers141]

I LOVE my Camry XSE💖

[@zacharybarker7189]

Toyota reliability with a solid V6 good for 400,000 miles. Camary for me. Not messing around with a Turbo car.

[@Dreww31786]

Even though the Camrys exterior looks better, it would be hard to pick it over the accord

[@wendavid99]

yep, I wold like the exterior of camry (se / xse, not the ugly le / xle) and interior of Accord. Android auto is a must have feature to me because I use waze a lot.

[@gipsyavenger9829]

The main reason I bought my Black 2.0T Sport was BECAUSE it had a stick (I am not an automotive journalist). The Accord punches above its weight class. This 10th gen is worlds better than the previous iteration. The Camry will always be a Camry(grandparents car- no apple car-play or android auto- wtf??). Even with the V6 I would still choose the force-fed 4 banger with a stick as a mild tune will get you 300hp and 350+lbs of torque. Save the manuals.

[@ttran8538]

Gipsy Avenger who buy accord to tune. U want to tune buy civic type R

[@gipsyavenger9829]

So by your logic I shouldn't buy a WRX I should buy an STI ? Thanks for that. Anyway never said I bought it to tune but it is nice to know the car has potential for more power (considering it is basically a detuned type R motor). Also most people wouldn't be surprised by a Type R if it was tuned, however a 4 door family sedan would def be a sleeper and surprise folks if it were tuned and making close to 300HP.

[@dondenis1500]

I'm glad Toyota still has an in dash CD player. I think car companies are making a huge mistake eliminating this in the radios.

[@lionintu]

Don denis i havent touched a cd in years. Do betta

[@Phrancis5]

I'm middle-aged and haven't touched a CD in years. Having a CD player and no real smartphone integration just means it ain't meant for the young.

[@lionintu]

Hmmm, I have a 2014 Civic and it doesn't have android auto/carplay, but I can still play music over the bluetooth which is good enough for most younger drivers out here. But I'm a fanatic when it comes to tech so i need my android auto.

[@Phrancis5]

A lot of mainstream manufacturers didn't incorporate it until 2016/17. Our 17 CRV has it and it's pretty nice to have full voice controls and navi. It no longer has a CD player and some older owners in the forums didn't like that. The fact is optical drives are no longer the norm for new computers and media in general. Supporting a dead technology makes no sense if you're making forward-thinking products - unless you must appeal to your older demographic.

[@damueyell5656]

I think Toyota is making a huge mistake by not including Apple Car Play... I don't miss having a CD player at all. All my music is on my phone.

[@brianbumgardner8704]

Bought an 18 Camry a few months ago, looked at a comparable 18 Accord. The Camry seats are much more comfortable and it has better driveability, especially the transmission. Also didn't want the CVT and turbo issues that Accord will have. Milage is better, ride and handling are comparable. Price, Camry was 5k less and was similarly equipped.

[@athemocracy]

Camry's design is much better imo.

[@chrissorreda4982]

athemocracy the fuck?

[@nicholaslee5473]

Yea… the accords tail lights oh Lord what were they thinking…

[@OfficialPrincipe]

I actually like the Accord's styling, the Camry's tailights remind me of a Hyundai and that's bad. It's amazing short-term but overtime, it will grow bad. Like I keep saying, Accord is like a fine wine (which grows better with age) whereas Camry is like a soda, it's amazing short-term but it gets boring overtime. Its all the hype.

[@dysonlu]

Accord is classy. Camry is tacky. The former is for mature grown-ups; the latter for boyish adults. Accord will age well; the Camry already looks like those Korean cars from 10 years ago.

[@nicholaslee5473]

First time I have ever heard someone who said a camry is for a boyish adult. Aren't Camrys grandpa cars, where did you get your info from?

[@1973TJM]

My 2018 Accord 1.5T Touring has PLENTY of acceleration, both at dead stop, and in passing. The Touring model has continuous damping control--that is why the ride is smooth guys.

[@Jordi7174]

The Camry looks better but I think the Accord offers more functionality.

[@jxmar_]

Jordi7174 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 couldn’t have said it better!!! And they didn’t even review the top of the line Toyota Camry XLE V6!!!!

[@DJMotoVlogs]

Everyone is talking about the Camry having a V6 option but look around majority of the customers get the 4 cyl option and when you look at it that way the Accord is better and the interior on the Accord is miles better. Normal buyers of these cars really dont care about having 300hp, they want a reliable comfortable car that will take them places. The accord wins. Also, if it were me I wouldnt bother with buying a new Camry with a v6, Id go with a year or two old Lexus ES350 or a GS.

[@jeremyr498]

Why compare a fully loaded accord to a mid trim Camry this review sucks supposed to have the xse not se 😡🤔

[@joseph-is-my-name]

Honda probably paid them. The ugly Accord isn't selling well

[@boatlover1875]

I have a 2014 EX-L and do love it. I've always felt the high end Accord was really somewhere in between the Camry and the Avalon so maybe the comparison is not totally fair. I've always liked how Honda really just prices a trim line and appoints it well with usually the only upgrade being GPS and who needs that anymore. I was worried about my CVT but it really is a nice smooth transmission with no issues as of 52k. I wanted to give the new Touring 2.0 a year to prove itself and may buy next year. As for the USB, just spent two hours with the grandson in the back, no problem stretching out long cord from the front to the back. Four people should not have a problem sharing two ports IMO.

[@dsco1452]

Im getting rid of my accord need something more reliable

[@KINGWD0110]

What model accord do u have? What kinda issues r u experiencing?

[@Mk87019]

That's something you don't hear regularly. I had an 2013 Acura TL-SHAWD. It consistently had issues that caused me to doubt the die-hard Honda brand.

[@xiaozhang9883]

I went to the car show in NYC the other day. I sat in a top trim accord and the camry. The accord still feels like Honda, but the camry feels like lexus. No comparison in terms of material quality on the two car. Camry wins hands down.

[@chrisak49]

Looks like Honda cheaped out on the doors. Look at that red exterior paint showing on the interior. You don’t see the blue paint on the Toyota interior.

[@kjk4795]

chrisak49 where ?

[@lionintu]

chrisak49 tje B pillar.... this comment is useless

[@1973TJM]

Um, paint is actually applied everywhere before assembly. Your use of the word "exterior" is silly. After all, there is no "interior" paint.

[@chrisak49]

Lol yes paint is everywhere before assembly but if Honda wasn't being cheap they would have covered the paint with interior trim.

[@chrisak49]

Nope its inside the window. Previous year Accords didnt cheap out like this. Toyota is usually the one that is cheap and doesn't give interior trim to cover the exterior paint. This year it looks like the opposite.

[@strangevibrations]

when you see the accord in flesh you wouldnt even care to think of the camry!

[@MiguelRPD]

Camry all the way, but not this camry, next year's Camry will have Android auto and Apple Carplay.

[@MiguelRPD]

Jee Vang I know but it has Carplay, that means Android auto is not too far behind.

[@Toyota4Life]

Miguel Angel Medina Rise yup new avalon just got it

[@WilliamStewart1]

Miguel Angel Medina Rise it's 2018, they should of had this on thier cars 3 years ago. Typical Toyota though, always a step behind the industry.

[@LoveStallion]

Yeah, but it's super dumb not to include both, like every other auto manufacturer on earth.

[@Fadic4]

Miguel Angel Medina Rise it’s not going to be next year, you’re probably going to have to wait until the mid model refresh.