In a world with high-priced cars wearing mainstream badges, it’s nice to know the Honda Accord continues to be an affordable car to drive.

There is a slight bump in the Accord’s price from 2022 to 2023, but it’s much less than most other vehicles offered. This new Honda sees a $775 price increase for the base model. That’s pretty reasonable, and it makes the Accord even more attractive to those searching for a midsize sedan that can be great to drive. Let’s take a deeper dive into the Accord to see what you’ll find for 2023.

How is the base Accord equipped?

The Accord LX is the base trim of this midsize sedan, and it brings you some of the features you want to make driving enjoyable. You’ll find a seven-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a 10.2-inch digital instrument display, LED headlights, and 17-inch alloy wheels.

Power for this base model comes from a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine mated to a CVT. This powertrain offers 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque while achieving 30 city/38 hwy mpg during your drive. Could this base model of the Accord be the right choice for you?

What happens when you choose the next step in the Honda ladder?

If you want to step up one rung on the Honda Accord ladder, you’ll find the EX trim. This version uses the same powertrain as the LX but builds on what the base model has for you. Additional features in the EX trim include heated front seats, a one-touch power sliding moonroof, dual-zone climate controls, a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat, and an upgraded eight-speaker audio system. This model brings you a slightly higher price at $29,610, which is still an affordable price for this popular midsize sedan.

Will hybrids be more popular?

Accord sales are expected to rise for the hybrid trims. In fact, Honda has gone further to bring more hybrid options to the market with four trims. These hybrid models are priced higher than the LX and EX, but that’s expected when you find more under the hood. Each hybrid version uses a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine and a pair of electric motors to offer 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft o torque. The hybrid models should reach 44 city/41 hwy mpg for the Sport, Sport-L, and Touring trims and 48 city/47 hwy mpg in the EX-L version.

What does the Sport trim give you?

Choose the Honda Accord Sport, and you’ll have more than just a hybrid powertrain. This version includes a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, Berlina Black 19-inch alloy wheels, a large 12.3-inch touchscreen, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This packaging gives you an excellent place to begin your hybrid journey with the Accord. You might expect a hybrid model to be a lot more expensive than the gas-powered versions, but the Accord Sport starts at $31,895, which is a pretty reasonable price for a fantastic hybrid sedan.

Should you opt for the Sport-L trim?

The Sport-L adds a few items to the mix to build on top of the Sport model o the Accord for you. This upper trim gives you a memory function for the driver’s seat, a power passenger’s seat, sportier styling elements, and a rear diffuser. This model is mostly an upgraded appearance package, giving the Accord a more aggressive look for your driving pleasure. If the Sport-L is for you, this model begins at $33,875.

Something more in the Accord EX-L

In previous model years, moving to the EX-L meant adding leather upholstery to the EX model. For 2023, this higher trim of the Honda Accord not only adds the benefits of leather upholstery, but it’s a hybrid version of this sensible sedan. The EX-L also brings you rear parking sensors and Pewter Grey 17-inch alloy wheels. The starting price for the EX-L trim is $33,540.

The Touring trim sits at the top

If you want everything the Accord brings to the table, the Touring trim is for you. This top-level model gives you Google technology with Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play in the infotainment system. You’ll have a three-year unlimited data plan to make use of these systems for the first three years of ownership. This model also gives you a 12-speaker Bose audio system, wireless smartphone charging, a 5G Wi-Fi hotspot, heated rear seats, and front seats that are heated and ventilated. The Touring model brings all of these things to your driving experience for $37,890.

What are some of the favorite features of the Honda Accord?

Head-Up Display

If you want to enjoy the information you need to be projected on the windshield, you’ll need to step to the top model, Touring trim. This is where you find a head-up display that projects the desired information in front of the driver to make it easy to keep your eyes on the road and enjoy the navigation data, speed, and instrumentation you need during your drive.

Digital Instrument Cluster

Another way the Accord feels like it’s a bargain is with the added tech offered. All models of this venerable midsize sedan now have a customizable 10.2-inch digital driver information display. Hybrid models have drivetrain information included to give you the right information to make sure you drive intelligently on any road.

Over-The-Air Updates

Do you expect your Honda to be updated the same way a Tesla Model S is? Most might answer “no,” but you should expect this. Honda has figured out the over-the-air update system and will continually improve the software of your new 2023 car using these updates. You won’t need to head to the dealership for a software upgrade any longer.

Wireless Connectivity and Charging

The hybrid models of the Accord all have wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. If you head to the top Touring trim, wireless charging is also part of the mix. Of course, you can add wireless charging at the other hybrid trims and have the benefits of a fully-charged device that’s continuously connected to your car’s infotainment system.

Will you choose the new 2023 Honda Accord? This is still one of the most affordable midsize sedans offered, and now it comes with a lot more for your driving experience.