Honda is giving the 2026 Accord a subtle but meaningful value bump, especially if you are shopping the most affordable trims. The big headline is that the entry-level Accord still slides in under $30,000, and the price increases are basically pocket change compared to what many new cars have been doing lately.

The gas-only Accord lives in the LX and SE trims, and those are the exact models getting the best upgrades. The old 7-inch screen is gone in favor of a larger 9-inch touchscreen, and the setup now supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto so you can finally ditch the cord. Honda is also making a wireless charging pad standard, and the SE steps up to 19-inch wheels for a stance that looks a little closer to the sportier trims.

Mechanically, Honda keeps it simple. LX and SE models continue with the 192-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder paired to a CVT, while the hybrids stick with a 204-hp system built around a 2.0-liter gas engine. For 2026, the Sport and Sport-L hybrids mostly just lean into a stealthier vibe with added black exterior trim and black badges.

Pricing starts at $29,590 for the Accord LX and tops out at $40,645 for the Touring hybrid, while the cheapest on-ramp to the hybrid lineup is the $34,990 Sport. Honda says 2026 Accords are already starting to show up at dealerships, so if you have been waiting for the “right time” to grab an Accord, this update lands at a pretty convenient moment.