2021 Honda Accord vs. 2021 Toyota Camry
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Honda Accord and 2021 Toyota Camry contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Honda Accord and the 2021 Toyota Camry.
When comparing the 2021 Honda Accord's and the 2021 Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Honda Accord has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2021 Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Honda Accord's and the 2021 Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Honda Accord is a better car than the 2021 Toyota Camry.
Pricing: A used 2021 Honda Accord ranges from $21,499 to $29,998 while a used 2021 Toyota Camry is priced between $18,990 to $30,244.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Honda Accord loses 31.5 percent of its value and the 2021 Toyota Camry loses 31.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Honda Accord retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Toyota Camry.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Accord is 9.3 out of 10 while the Toyota Camry's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Honda Accord being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Toyota Camry being ranked 2 out of 13.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Accord is 9.3 out of 10. For the Toyota Camry the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Honda Accord a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Camry.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Honda Accord’s base engine makes 192 horsepower, and the 2021 Toyota Camry base engine makes 203 horsepower. The Accord is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. The Camry is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 616 miles.This gives the 2021 Honda Accord the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Toyota Camry the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the 2021 Honda Accord has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Toyota Camry has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Honda Accord and the 2021 Toyota Camry have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Overview
By midsize sedan standards, the Honda Accord features sleek, fastback exterior styling that wouldn’t look out of place on a German luxury sport sedan. In contrast, the Toyota Camry’s styling ranges from rather bland to quite aggressive, depending on the trim level. Both cars feature spacious, comfortable interiors with intuitive controls, bright touchscreens, and room for five, but the Honda Accord is slightly larger, giving it the advantage in terms of interior space and trunk capacity. Advanced safety and convenience features, including adaptive cruise control, are either standard or optional on these family sedans. Both are available with a fuel-efficient gas engine, and an Accord hybrid or Camry hybrid is also available, though only the Toyota Camry offers a V6 option and all-wheel drive. Although the driving dynamics of the Camry are much improved from previous models, it still can’t match the Accord. In terms of ride quality and overall refinement, the Camry may hold a slight edge, but we’re talking shades of gray here. While not as roomy or flexible as today’s popular SUVs, these are both excellent family sedans – you can’t go wrong with either one.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,970
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$25,984
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$22,270 - $36,995
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$25,045
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$25,984
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$22,270 - $36,995
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$25,578
Price Range:
$21,499 - $29,998
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$23,413
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$19,265 - $31,049
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,316
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
48,857
# Good or Great Deals:
492
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$23,481
Price Range:
$18,990 - $30,244
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$23,413
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$19,265 - $31,049
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,865
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
61,125
# Good or Great Deals:
740
Honda Accord Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
9.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Honda Accord
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
7.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
6.5 - 10
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
57.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Toyota Camry
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
7.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
6.5 - 10
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
37.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
13.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.5 - 13.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.5 - 13.8
Honda Accord Rankings
Ranking
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4 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 13Toyota Camry Rankings
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2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
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2 out of / 6Ranking
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4 out of / 13Ranking
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11 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Honda Accord Trim Levels
EX-L, LX, Sport, Sport Special Edition, Touring
2021 Toyota Camry Trim Levels
LE, SE, SE Nightshade, TRD, XLE, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 562 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 39 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
442 / 616 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3150 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
196.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3310 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Red
Radiant Red Metallic
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Blue
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Gray
Predawn Gray Mica
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Blue
Blueprint
Green
Galactic Aqua Mica
Interior Colors
Beige
Ivory
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Macadamia
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
