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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,072–$40,549 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2025 Honda Accord S at 8.4/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this sedan. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.2/10, while Performance at 7.5/10 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. At 9.2/10, reliability is one of this sedan's best cards — few vehicles in our database score higher on this dimension. The 8.9/10 safety score puts it near the top of the class on this dimension; the official trim-level results at nhtsa.gov are worth a final check.
Performance scores 7.5/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. Tech rates a reasonable 7.9/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $35,072–$40,549, 33 MPG, seating 5, the Honda Accord S sits in the mid-market bracket of the sedan segment. Value is where it presses its advantage — 8.4/10, meaning the feature set and quality outrun the asking price. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2025 Honda Accord S is a solid, well-rounded sedan that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
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 2025 Honda Accord S ranks #6 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 100% of the segment. Its 8.4/10 overall score is 0.9 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $35,072 starting price is about 27% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Honda Accord S scores 8.3/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 8.4 — and starts roughly $3,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.4/10 | $35,072 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 8.4/10 | $35,072 | |
| 2024 | 8.4/10 | $34,051 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.4/10 | $33,029 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.3/10 | $32,007 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.3/10 | $30,986 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.3/10 | $29,964 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.1/10 | $28,943 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 8.2/10 | $27,921 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 8.2/10 | $26,899 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 8.0/10 | $25,878 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 8.0/10 | $24,857 | Read review → |
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