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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $23,391–$31,302 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2017 Honda Accord Base is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 8.2/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.1/10, while Performance at 7.3/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability stands out at 9.1/10. The Accord Base nameplate has earned that score through its track record and a comparatively clean recall sheet. On safety, it scores 8.5/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.3/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.6/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $23,391–$31,302, 25 MPG, seating 5, the Honda Accord Base sits in the budget-friendly tier of the sedan market. Its value score of 8.2/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 9 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2017 Honda Accord Base will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good sedan should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2017 Honda Accord Base ranks #74 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 94% of the segment. Its 8.2/10 overall score is 0.7 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $23,391 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $27,664 by about 15%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking → · Best Sedans under $25k →
Across the Accord Base model years we've scored, the 2017 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8.5/10 | $30,498 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.4/10 | $29,610 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.4/10 | $28,721 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.3/10 | $27,833 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.3/10 | $26,945 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.3/10 | $26,056 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.1/10 | $25,168 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 8.2/10 | $24,280 | Read review → |
| 2017 (this review) | 8.2/10 | $23,391 | |
| 2016 | 8.0/10 | $22,503 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 8.0/10 | $21,615 | Read review → |
We rate the 2017 Honda Accord Base's reliability 9.1/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 8.2/10 overall, ranking #74 of 1310 sedans in our database (better than 94% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2017 Honda Accord Base starts at $23,391 and ranges up to $31,302 across trims (MSRP when new). At 25 MPG, expect roughly $2,100/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Honda models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.