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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $39,647–$45,838 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Honda Accord SL is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 8.4/10 — rated Recommended. 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. Reliability stands out at 9.2/10. The Accord SL nameplate has earned that score through its track record and a comparatively clean recall sheet. On safety, it scores 8.9/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.5/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.0/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $39,647–$45,838, 33 MPG, seating 5, the Honda Accord SL sits in the mid-market bracket of the sedan segment. Its value score of 8.2/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 Honda Accord SL 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 2025 Honda Accord SL 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 $39,647 starting price is about 43% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking → · Best Sedans under $50k →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Honda Accord SL scores 8.3/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 8.4 — and starts roughly $3,500 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 (this review) | 8.4/10 | $39,647 | |
| 2024 | 8.4/10 | $38,493 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.3/10 | $37,337 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.3/10 | $36,182 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.3/10 | $35,028 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.3/10 | $33,872 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.1/10 | $32,718 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 8.1/10 | $31,564 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 8.2/10 | $30,408 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 8.0/10 | $29,253 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 8.0/10 | $28,099 | Read review → |
We rate the 2025 Honda Accord SL's reliability 9.2/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 8.4/10 overall, ranking #6 of 1310 sedans in our database (better than 100% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2025 Honda Accord SL starts at $39,647 and ranges up to $45,838 across trims (MSRP when new). At 33 MPG, expect roughly $1,591/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.