Is the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid a better sedan than the Camry or Sonata?

The Accord receives a mid-cycle refresh from Honda for 2021. On the Accord hybrid Honda took the changes a little further. On the outside you will find a new grill and updated front fascia, headlights, and 19in wheels. On the inside the touring trim gets wireless Apple CarPlay & Android auto. Under the hood is a 2.0L inline-4 paired with an electric motor to produce 212HP. Is the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid a better sedan than the Camry or Sonata?
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[@LTC_Tiger]

I leased one of these in the EX-L trim on April 2. I’m very happy with it. Getting around 46 mpg on average.

[@omairsh8]

The Accord will always be the king of its segment. Looking forward to the redesign

[@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall]

@CodeBoss911 Yes, between July 2022 and September 2022 is when they will reveal the 11th generation which will be completely redesigned inside and out

[@nochannel1647]

I have been subscribed to this channel one year now and I still think he does the best reviews on cars ❤️

[@normt430]

When the reviewer is better than the car!

[@tomstamatakos8027]

Very pretty car, finally Hybrids don't look like they came out of a sci-fi movie. Not a fan of the transmission/engine sound but hey it cruises like a dream. Thanks Lori for a steady hand 😁👌

[@davidp2888]

Dangit Joe, I'm trying to NOT buy a car and you're here convincing me I should. LOL Love your content. Newly subbed.

[@Bblock150]

Come on man! 😉

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

So, do you walk?

[@4lifemusiclova]

Same haha, he’s so good lol.

[@rkgsd]

@@AKZbinChannelwithNoName Uber everywhere.

[@M19998]

Thanks for doing these in-depth hybrid reviews and saying what you don't like. A lot of reviews just talk about the good things.

[@larryburwell8550]

joe you and your wife do great videos. keep it up you guys love watching them. i love my honda accord sport 2016

[@RaitisRides]

We can't do it withhout your awesome support!

[@peterhadfield9840]

this vehicle checks pretty much all the boxes for me! Love it!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@ChrisDelChris]

I’m seriously thinking about going this route for my next car now. It looks nice, seems fun enough, and can fit some kiddie car seats.

[@thinkabout602]

Joe, you just passed a red Venue. I'm getting a kick out of mine and getting 33+ mpg with a little bit of a lead foot. Keep going 💪

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

My first hybrid sedan! Amazing video Joe.

[@mauriziosegato5364]

Just purchased the 2022 Accord Touring Hybrid on Pearl white, Added rear deck spoiler, black front grill , black wrapped the chrome around windows, and the bottom chrome strip from the door to rear bumper. I purchased the V1 smoked rear taillights and it completely changes the controversial rear lights. LOVE IT

[@RaitisRides]

That is awesome man! Congrats on your Accord!

[@LS1007]

Taillights aside, I would pick the Accord. Since I don’t need a hybrid I’d pick the turbo model. Nice review Joe! Great work Lori!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@lionintu]

I've seen some really nice aftermarket tail lights driving around New York

[@adama047]

I'll take this Honda, please. Gotta change with the times lol. If they went a little more aggressive with the muffling of the exhaust note, it wouldn't be quite as unpleasant. I'm hoping one gets used to the needle being pegged, though. Waiting for the redesign! Thanks for all your hard work, Lori!

[@thearcadeventures]

Overall, the price is amazing but the back of the accord looks like a Mazda. Amazing Review Joe! Stay Safe :)

[@eduardomcfly7103]

Great review, keep up the great work.

[@dominickirkwood]

My boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video lot real true and funny 😄😆🤣good 💯💯💯

[@osgabriel20]

Joe o Joe, you are a believer in bringing an exceptional presentation of cars. Thanks can you tell us in a video what are the future plans of Honda and Toyota by the way, a podcast would be great to listen on the go. Thumbs up

[@RaitisRides]

You are the best Omar! Thank you so much for your support!

[@geraldguerrero4800]

My 2018 Audi A4 Quat P+ was totaled in a rear end collision July 2022. Purchased a 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring. The interior is no Audi but let me tell you this Accord Hybrid is a great car so far you won't be disappointed.

[@bryanCLXT]

I've been looking to get one of these body style 2018 or up. This is a smart choice yes I want a Scat pack but this Honda is Hitting 🎯

[@Bblock150]

Lol I’m actually looking into selling my RT to buy this Accord or a scat pack

[@adamunzen6679]

Great review Joe

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

No one: Joe Raiti: “This is very true!” “I feel your pain!” “LOL”...

[@nfugitt89]

He is a man of the people

[@vsrap71]

@@nfugitt89 or he just doesn’t want to stir controversy

[@rezamoradi4073]

Hey bro, will you being a vid on the passat soon? Thank you for sharing your unique percpective! :)

[@dylantoussaintinnocent5920]

Looks great luxurious and has a nice interior

[@HondaCivicEX-L]

I love the current gen Accord, we have a 2019 Insight Touring though which is like a mini version of this

[@brandon6541]

Yea the two look very similar

[@HondaCivicEX-L]

@@brandon6541 yup

[@melissamelissa1796]

I am so in love with this car.

[@oceanhedonist265]

What's the consensus view on the Accord driver's seats? I've heard quite often that you need to buy at least the EXL model to get seats that have a decent level of comfort on long trips.

[@ForeverDownByLaw]

Really dig the wheels. Have a feeling they will be popular with 5 finger discounts. :)

[@JoKIA_-100]

Nice but that damn whine when on throttle is a killer. Great review and outstanding videography.

[@thetwinshaitianmafia8193]

Man that is my favorite car in the whole world Love Your show you the next Supercar Blondie

[@coxwayland5841]

Shout out from greenville nc love your videos. Don't forget the Twinkies

[@senatlamotsau9580]

Hi Joe love ur show ❤️

[@rafidnasrin2139]

Hi joe great review as always.. Joe next month most probably I'll buy the new Honda civic 2022 but I'm little confused between Sport trim or EX trim.i will drive most of the time in the city, when I compare mpgs Ex is better than sport but what about the engine ? Will turbo engine be reliable than naturally aspirated engine in the long run??please help me out on this ..thank you

[@samanthajames9773]

I got this joe. Any naturally aspirated engine will last longer than a turbo. Turbos can maybe last 150k or less. Turbos put more pressure on the engine

[@reynaldocordero4247]

I like the stapler taillights.

[@mehrabhussain5394]

Love your contents Joe. Can you make review on VW Taos?

[@RaitisRides]

I will get that together for you!

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Digging the rims

[@orlandoholder6090]

Love this car.. I got the Sport SE

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome!

[@grantbrown8312]

I’m team Honda because I have an Accord. I love my Accord ❤️

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

You guys better watch out for Team Toyota

[@b1bo840]

@@AKZbinChannelwithNoName toyota only competes in reliability, nothing else!

[@omairsh8]

Been team Honda for 20 years

[@theaquaticfishyt1308]

#teamhonda4ever

[@MrGunzngirlz]

It's amazing to see the current gen Accord holding down the fort like it does with so many fresh offerings coming out. I can't imagine how hard Honda is about to come out swinging with the 11th gen Accord against the really tough competition from Kia and Hyundai.

[@joalblo9581]

I prefer comfort over low profile tires. I hope this trend of low profile tires changes soon.

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@Bus_211]

I love your videos

[@JLitt-us4vs]

I’m looking at the accord and the MKZ hybrids. What do you think is better?

[@tomdrummy4984]

That’s some battle between that and Toyota Camry. Two great, reliable vehicles.

[@alh06]

The current Camry has proven to be more reliable than the current Accord. Although I’d stil buy the gas Accord, I’d go with the hybrid Camry

[@paladin3116]

@@alh06 that’s how it always been between the two. I’m 2021 I don’t see a reason to go with an engine choice over a hybrid unless it’s a V8 option lol

[@jorgevillacis8127]

There’s no battle. The Camry is a piece of shit with old technology. The Accord is a far superior machine with up to date technology

[@MrChickenspit]

@@jorgevillacis8127 please elaborate lol

[@normt430]

@@jorgevillacis8127 Accord is notch above rental fodder the Camry is.

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

What's next, accord type r? Also what happened range rover video, cause it got deleted?

[@efrainrodriguez4578]

What happened to the blue Range Rover video? It was just watching and it got deleted.

[@battambangfarmers2858]

I like it 👌, I'm looking for 2022 any advice be for I buy.

[@carlo6912]

As always, great review. Any idea when the next generation accords are coming out? I'm trying to decide if I should wait.

[@HisMajesty99]

Nice looking car!

[@jeffmorse645]

I was shopping for a mid size sedan just two weeks ago. I really was considering the Accord Hybrid, but I'm 6' 4" tall and with the sunroof my head was brushing the roof. Plus the Honda dealers in my area just wouldn't deal with me. I ended up getting a Subaru Legacy Touring XT. May not be a hybrid, but I have plenty of head and legroom, its quieter and better riding, has a lot of power with the turbo and the dealer wasn't gouging (got it for 5% under MSRP).

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!

[@normt430]

Those things are pricey! I got a brand new 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in with 575 miles for $38K.

[@fernr.5675]

Can someone do a quick yey or ney on whether i should choose the touring vs the ES300h ( LEXUS). Looking for comfort, ( smooth ride) ventilated seat and moonroof. thanks

[@baller7312]

Finally, they made the Accord something i'd wanna be seen in! 😂

[@Samuel-H]

Sounds like you’ve never seen a 9th gen coupe before😜💯💁🏽‍♂️

[@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall]

@@Samuel-H the 10th gen is so much sexier than the 9th gen wtf.

[@omairsh8]

The redesign is coming out soon

[@theaquaticfishyt1308]

@@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall agreed!

[@Irishmanbikes]

Any reveal date for the 2022 Toyota Tundra and Lexus RX 350 AWD?

[@FelipeMenezes1986]

I have this car, love everything about, but the wireless car connection ApplePlay; it lags and gets very annoying sound quality. Maybe it’s my OCD but now I only use it wired lol

[@musamusa2961]

Thanks God I will buy one for myself

[@islandon22]

Good review. One question: When you went "on throttle", did you inadvertently turn on the wrong engine? Was that my Toro Lawn Mower under the hood???😂

[@joeyGalileoHotto]

The 48 mpg on the Hybrid Accord is very impressive.

[@McGooness]

it's on the lowest trim only. the Highest trim level has about 42 or 43, i forget which.

[@joeyGalileoHotto]

@@McGooness i know that. The touring gets 41 and the EX gets 48.

[@paladin3116]

Those are the inflated numbers, I want to see real fuel economy figures, usually 3-5 under the epa like the Camry hybrid

[@normt430]

@@paladin3116 Camry and Accord Hybrid on fuelly are low 40's with Toyota a mpg or two higher. Honda hybrids usual lose efficiency when going over the speed limit.

[@normt430]

@@joeyGalileoHotto my 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in sees almost 40 mpg in hybrid mode.

[@sweetchuk7242]

Why zonk the hood arm? If I have to lift the hood that much then why am I buying it? Plus save the cost for better more useful features. Am I right or zonk warranted?

[@davisouedraogo7505]

Honestly, I like both the accord and the camry. choosing between these two is the hard part

[@mauriciomartinez4602]

You’ll save about $10K if you choose the Camry

[@jorgevillacis8127]

If you looking for a superior machine then there’a no dilema. The Accord is the superior machine. If you go by looks it depends on personal taste.

[@omairsh8]

Honda all the way

[@rochellerule8854]

I love it and have been looking for a electric car that doesn't cost a arm and a leg! You know nothing over $30,000

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Rochelle for letting me share it with you!

[@broadcastinknowledge]

It be nice to see a performance oriented hybrid with dual exhaust

[@RaitisRides]

True

[@watchandjewelryloft4713]

It's crazy how the Hybrid is faster than the 1.5 Turbo engine. Amazing.

[@jeffb.6642]

Joe: "I'm freakin starving" Me: "So am I... now."

[@RaitisRides]

Let's go get a bite to eat!

[@jeffb.6642]

@@RaitisRides Love to! ON THROTTLE straight to Chipotle!

[@nfugitt89]

I know they’re not on the same schedule but the new Civic’s interior leapfrogged the Accord’s IMO and I wish the Accord got the same treatment

[@jeffb.6642]

Yes, I love the interior of the new Civic. Haven't been much of a fan of previous Civics but the new one really speaks to me.

[@kgthegreatone943]

Did you ever do a review on the 2020 Honda Accord manual 2.0 Turbo

[@RaitisRides]

No but I did do this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmPMZoubi91nfc0

[@TheChuckinSC]

Would you consider this to be a “quiet” car?

[@isaacturner3785]

Thanks for the review, I just went to a dealership and was told the 2022 dose not have a heated steering wheel. Your review noted there was one. Any updates?

[@RaitisRides]

They took it out because of the chip shortage.

[@davewilson7602]

@@RaitisRides do you know if they’ll retrofit it in later?

[@tails300]

Sorry joe what you said at 6:01 is incorrect. The Camry hybrids engine can also power the wheels and charge the battery like the Accord.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the info.

[@jeffjo8732]

All hybrids use the engine to power a generator and the wheels at the same time. They gain charge when the car is cruising, because the engine is more efficient when it generates more power than the car needs. For example, the engine in this Accord would be 33% efficient at 55 mph if all it generated was the 15 HP needed to maintain that speed. But it can be over 40% efficient if it generates 34 HP and uses 19 HP to charge the battery. (In fact, it is a myth that hybrids gain net charge from regenerative brakes. They need to use more charge getting back to the same speed, than they recaptured while slowing.) What is different about the Honda hybrids, is that in most situations, the engine powers _only_ a generator. It is a "Generator Electric Vehicle" instead of a "Battery Electric Vehicle." That's why the engine revs are not in sync with the speed. The engine is only connected to the wheels between about 45 and 75 mph, and only if the load is low. Some other points: There are 4 levels of regen braking, not 3. Level 1 is always on, so you can increase it by 3. But that only applies when you are not pressing the brake pedal. If you are, the car applies regen automatically and seamlessly. SPORT mode doesn’t necessarily turn on the engine. But it tries to maintain a higher level of charge in the battery than NORMAL or ECON do, so there is enough for acceleration. So changing to SPORT usually will need to charge the battery. In fact, it is a good trick for passing on the highway. Switch to SPORT, and the clutch disengages without revving high. Then press the accelerator, and you will get better 50-70 mph times than what is published.

[@fadgey100]

Great advice about slipping in sport for the 50 to 70, i always thought it was the one major down side to the driving

[@osama_tariq]

i have this.... just bought 2 weeks ago

[@JoseMedina-jn6xq]

What happened to the range rover video

[@akikoliu8204]

how much did you guys get this car otd?

[@mattmekhaeil]

I feel like the Honda insight should be discontinued. The accord is still a best seller even with the hybrid trim. You got the style, tech, and nice interior

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

That’s a good insight.

[@mattmekhaeil]

@@AKZbinChannelwithNoName I see what you did there good one 😂

[@brandon6541]

@@AKZbinChannelwithNoName lol

[@b.f.378]

I hope it doesn’t get discontinued. The insight is one of Honda’s best looking sedans at the moment

[@joeyGalileoHotto]

@@b.f.378 Nobody is buying it though. The Accord with Manual transmission was discontinued even though everyone loved it because it wasn't selling enough units.

[@ehh2681]

It’s looks like a great car but I’d rather a manual or normal auto haha. I really hate the cvt feeling. It just feels like your hurting the car by pushing it too much lol.

[@RaitisRides]

I feel your pain brother!

[@Hawtload]

I got a wireless charging pad in my rav4 but I never get to use it because I always have my phone plugged in so I can use google maps

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point!

[@limpunsing224]

It looks a lot better than the previous model but not sure if it beats Camry Hybrid in fuel economy

[@RaitisRides]

Very good point!

[@watchandjewelryloft4713]

It doesn't. But, acceleration compared to Camry. 🤔 The 1.5t Accord is slower than the Hybrid. Pretty sweet.

[@luisurbieta8924]

Love this Dandy of a Hybrid Accord and I enjoy the Range Rover Sport SVR and it's a dandy!

[@alengreen589]

really good car for under 40k, I like it.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@brandon6541]

One of the best sedans out there!

[@joeyGalileoHotto]

They are always selling out. The 2.0 sport i had my eye on was sold less than 2 days after it came in the dealer.

[@HondaCivicEX-L]

@Brian Lee Tes

[@HondaCivicEX-L]

@@joeyGalileoHotto Yes, also the 2.0 is a beast probably why it sold after 2 days

[@b1bo840]

“the best” sedan out there!

[@lionintu]

I definitely would have to get rid of those 19-in wheels living in New York City. Bad gas mileage and the potholes would destroy my tires my rims and my suspension

[@simonhall1328]

Mazda 6 Carbon style would look great on this Accord.

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you think.

[@bryce3956]

I hope the redesign changes the stapler taillights. Only thing about the Accord that I don’t like.

[@phil8761]

Honda Accord Touring + Rav4 Prime engine = Honda Accord Premium edition. The ultimate hybrid.

[@BruceWayne-tp6uo]

The Honda Accord is very good car but the Toyota Camry is very better. I have 2019 Toyota Camry Hybrid and i very happy with my Toyota Camry ❤❤ nice greetings from Germany 👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that input from your ownership! Thanks for the great support!

[@kennys8661]

Hey Joe! Could you please do a video on RDX tech package and Honda passport please.

[@normt430]

Why would want to two vehicles that are not even recommended by Consumer Reports?!

[@kennys8661]

@@normt430 oh really! I didn’t know those were not recommended by consumer reports. What would be a good alertnative to rdx, which looks as good and sporty?

[@normt430]

@@kennys8661the Buick Envision is amongst the quickest today today. "...Pulling 0.84 average lateral g on the skidpad and putting up a 27.1-second figure-eight lap at 0.63 average g puts the Envision(2021) in good standing with the competition. The Acura RDX zipped around the bends almost as quickly, in 27.3 seconds at 0.62 g, and the Corsair 2.0 used 27.7 seconds at 0.67 g. Cousin XT4 recorded 26.3 seconds at 0.66 g....Needing only 116 feet to stop from 60 mph is a shade better than the XT4's 118 feet and is also better than the 2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD, which needed 120 feet, and the Lincoln Corsair AWD, which needed 126 feet... " Motor Trend

[@kennys8661]

@@normt430 wow didn’t know that. Thanks a lot for the info. I’ll check out those vehicles.

[@normt430]

@@kennys8661 actually no Acura is recommended today by Consumer Reports.

[@nympho25]

thanx laurie

[@amill1563]

I've noticed Honda brings out an all new model often times by the end of the year. You'd have to wonder if an all new Accord will arrive by the end of this year. This generation arrived by the end of '17 as an '18 model.

[@geogmz8277]

I'm counting on that. I'm happy with my 19.. But I hope! They keep the formula and maybe add AWD on the mix well overdue by now.

[@curiosityredpill7030]

Been 5 yrs damn

[@b1bo840]

@@curiosityredpill7030 ever asked for an all new merc or bimmer? you can pay 6 figures for those cars and they share a strong resemblance to their 70s design

[@kingfrostxl]

Hey Joe, how come this car gets more gas on city than highway? Isn't it the other way around?

[@CDalonzo]

It’s mostly going to use electric power around the city whereas to keep you at a higher speed the engine has to assist the electric motor

[@RaitisRides]

Because of start/stop tech.

[@RaitisRides]

@@CDalonzo This is true!

[@baller7312]

when the range rover sport svr carbon edition suddenly turns into an accord

[@cactuschatt]

Thinking the same thing haha

[@2RG_]

Same except Mazda CX 5 and Subaru Forester 🙈

[@timseawright6593]

They definitely needed to refresh the brake lights if I was in the market for a midsize sedan that would probably be a deal-breaker for me

[@b1bo840]

the taillights are for the competition, they’re the only ones that’s gonna see’um 😂

[@gordonschiff3621]

Brake lights seriously.

[@Slim1986]

I think the Accord is underrated, compared to the Camry. Don't get me wrong, Camry is nice too!!

[@anthonybaez52]

That one is nice

[@dylantoussaintinnocent5920]

Yeah I think it looks better than the Camry and the sonata

[@kromahj]

I don't think people buy hybrid for look, they buy it for MPG, which the accord can't beat both of those cars in.

[@jeremiahglogg4100]

Haha!! Just dropped a sub!!!

[@ethang2561]

Hey Joe Why you removed The Range Rover Review.

[@RaitisRides]

I had to fix it!

[@dankepige]

They want 57k for a base model in Australia, 35k for the Camry. It's a simple choice, value for money.

[@allenb4823]

Great car...my only gripe is that the Accord, Camry and Sonata sit so low....great for driving, but visibility is reduced and it certainly isn't as easy to get in and out. Great review as always! Kudos to you and Lori!

[@yes8032]

Afterall Nice car let’s see how it will be against the K5

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree but the K5 doesn't come in a hybrid!

[@yes8032]

@@RaitisRides oh yes true

[@douglascohen2521]

I drive the hybrid accord, it’s awesome! Not for everyone. The engine noise is their only when you floor it. Due to the torque it’s accelerates very quickly and you randomly hear it. The noise is fake on most hybrids mandated for safety. I wish they could leave as quite as possible. The next gen will be interesting hopefully a larger battery. It’s a very expensive car to make, maybe a EV for Acura.

[@coldnhot369]

I like how you do your car reviews and I imagine this is how the stereotypical dad would do a car review haha

[@ammarisrar2005]

If you want design and good mpg go for the Accord, if you want more mpg and an aggressive design, go with the Sonata or the Camry but interior, definitely go with the Sonata

[@paladin3116]

I’d take the Camry for reliability and more fuel economy. I like the Honda but if I’m getting a hybrid I want max MPGs and Toyota hybrids can go 200k on original battery if maintained and I don’t trust korean cars

[@ammarisrar2005]

@@paladin3116 nice

[@MrDaveaccord]

Can't beat the Accord no matter what trim you buy. Honda does it right.

[@paladin3116]

Camry has more proven reliability and better fuel economy. Honda has better interior though

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point!

[@RaitisRides]

Honda has better drivability as well.

[@watchandjewelryloft4713]

@@paladin3116 And the 2.0t. What a beast.