The Honda Accord Hybrid and Toyota Camry are two ultra-practical midsize sedans. The Camry and Accord models have been trusted for decades as practical, safe, and reliable transportation. They live up to their lofty reputations, which is why they’re so popular.
Let’s compare the hybrid versions of these old rivals and see which is better for you.
2026 Honda Accord Hybrid
The Honda Accord Hybrid excels at adding hybrid efficiency to the Accord nameplate’s sterling reputation. It retains the generous interior space, comfortable ride, and overall practicality of the Honda Accord while returning a combined fuel economy of at least 44 mpg, regardless of which trim you choose. A refresh for 2026 brings black exterior accents to the Sport and Sport-L trims. The Hybrid is also available in EX-L and Touring trims.
Honda Accord Hybrid Highlights
Google built-in: The top Touring trim of the Accord Hybrid has a Google built-in interface in its infotainment system. It brings handy features like Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play Store, where you can download additional apps.
Roomier back seats: Compared to the Camry, the Accord Hybrid has almost three extra inches of legroom in the back seats. Both sedans are pretty roomy, but the extra space in the Accord Hybrid is worth considering if you regularly have backseat passengers.
Bigger trunk: In addition to the extra room in the cabin, the Honda Accord Hybrid has a bigger trunk than the Toyota Camry. A little extra space goes a long way in making the Accord Hybrid a practical sedan that’s ready for anything.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Accord Hybrid models for sale near you.
2026 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry was redesigned for the 2025 model year. Rather than being split into the Camry and Camry Hybrid like previous generations, the Toyota Camry now comes exclusively as a hybrid powertrain. It’s capable of returning over 50 combined mpg and still has the practicality, safety, and resale value we love about Toyota. Like the Accord Hybrid, for 2026 the Camry gets new black exterior accents, available in the SE-based Nightshade Edition. The Camry is available in LE, SE, Nightshade, XLE, and XSE trims, and all-wheel drive (AWD) is optional on every trim level.
Toyota Camry Highlights
Better fuel economy: There’s not a huge fuel economy difference here, but efficiency is probably important to you if you’re shopping for a hybrid. The Camry achieves an outstanding combined fuel economy rating of up to 51 mpg. The Accord Hybrid EX-L gets up to 48 mpg, and every other trim gets 44 mpg.
Available AWD: The Toyota Camry is available with all-wheel drive (AWD), while the Honda Accord Hybrid is available only with front-wheel drive (FWD). That makes the Camry a better choice for drivers who want more confidence-inspiring traction on snowy roads or in inclement weather.
More affordable: Honda and Toyota do hybrids a little differently. In the Accord lineup, the two lowest trims come with a non-hybrid gas engine, and the rest of the lineup is hybrid-only. Meanwhile, the Toyota Camry is hybrid-only across the board. This gives the Camry a lower starting price than the Accord Hybrid by about $4,700.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Camry models for sale near you.
Similarities
These are longtime rivals, so they have a lot in common in terms of sizing and feature availability. They also both earn the coveted Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New 2026 Toyota Camry Prices
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Retail Price
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Fair Purchase Price (40202)
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$30,195 |
$29,300 |
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$32,495 |
$31,600 |
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$33,495 |
$32,500 |
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$35,195 |
$34,200 |
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$36,395 |
$35,300 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles and New 2026 Toyota Camry vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.
Specifications
| 2026 Honda Accord Hybrid | 2026 Toyota Camry | |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder |
| Drive Wheels | FWD | FWD |
| All-Electric Range | N/A | N/A |
| Total Range | N/A | N/A |
| Towing Capacity | N/A | N/A |
| Payload Capacity | N/A | N/A |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 5.4 inches |
| Horsepower | 204 hp @ 5,000 rpm | 225 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 247 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm | 163 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm |
| Transmission | Automatic, eCVT | Automatic, ECVT |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Battery Warranty | 8 years/100,000 miles | 8 years/100,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety | Not rated | Not rated |
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 inches | 111.2 inches |
| Overall Length | 195.7 inches | 193.5 inches |
| Width With Mirrors | 73.3 inches | 72.4 inches |
| Width Without Mirrors | N/A | N/A |
| Height | 57.1 inches | 56.9 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 38.4 feet | 37.4 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 37.5 inches | 38.3 inches |
| Headroom, 2nd Row | 37.2 inches | 37.6 inches |
| Headroom, 3rd Row | N/A | N/A |
| Legroom, Front | 42.3 inches | 42.1 inches |
| Legroom, 2nd Row | 40.8 inches | 38.0 inches |
| Legroom, 3rd Row | N/A | N/A |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 57.9 inches | 57.7 inches |
| Shoulder Room, 2nd Row | 56.5 inches | 55.7 inches |
| Shoulder Room, 3rd Row | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Behind Last Seat | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Behind Second Seat | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo With All Seats Down | N/A | N/A |
Specification table reflects the typical configuration of vehicles shown.
Conclusion
Both of these hybrid sedans are truly outstanding, so the right one for you depends on your priorities. If you’ll have taller rear passengers regularly, they’ll appreciate the extra space in the Honda Accord Hybrid. However, the Toyota Camry has the upper hand in several important categories, like efficiency, starting price, and resale value. The Camry is good if you don’t need the extra space; the Accord Hybrid is good if you want almost SUV-like levels of interior room in an efficient hybrid sedan.
