The 10th generation Honda Accord (codename CV) marks a radical break in the model's history. Gone are the traditional V6 and coupe body: this generation adopts a flowing fastback silhouette, a lightened and stiffened platform, and switches to 100% four-cylinder engines (turbocharged or hybrid). Positioned as a dynamic family sedan (D-segment), it shines with its gigantic interior space, sharp chassis, and onboard technologies (Honda Sensing as standard). The facelift, which occurred in late 2020 for the 2021 model year, brought minor aesthetic touches, the integration of wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a recalibration of the accelerator response on the hybrid. Although absent from the Western European market, it remains an absolute benchmark in North America and Asia.
The 10th generation Honda Accord is one of the best sedans in its class in terms of driving pleasure and spaciousness. However, the choice of engine dictates the reliability experience. The 1.5T engine is to be avoided or negotiated with extreme caution due to its costly weaknesses (head gasket, injectors). In contrast, the 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid version is an absolute must-buy, combining economy and bulletproof reliability. The 2.0T, although thirstier, will delight performance enthusiasts with robustness worthy of Honda's historical reputation.