Man, the Honda Accord 2025 is like that reliable family sedan that’s had a subtle glow-up—elegant lines, efficient hybrid power, and safety tech that makes it a smart choice for city drives or highway hauls in India’s busy roads. Launched globally in late 2024 as the ninth-gen model, it’s Honda’s midsize flagship with updates like a revised grille and standard rear AC vents, but it’s discontinued in India since 2020 due to BS6 norms (last priced at Rs. 44.28 lakh ex-showroom for the hybrid). Rumors tease a 2026 relaunch with a new hybrid setup, but for now, it’s a global star priced from Rs. 25-35 lakh equivalent ($28,295-$38,000 USD) for base trims. A value champ against the Toyota Camry or Hyundai Sonata, it’s perfect for young pros or small families chasing 44-51 mpg combined efficiency, though the rear space might cramp tall uncles on long trips.
Sleek, Premium Design
This sedan’s a classy stretch at 4,970 mm long, 1,862 mm wide, and 1,450 mm tall, with a 2,830 mm wheelbase that’s stable for highway sprints or gentle curves. Weighing about 1,500 kg with 135 mm ground clearance, it glides over speed bumps without scraping. The 2025 facelift rocks a wider grille, slim LED headlamps with DRLs, and wraparound taillamps in shades like Cement Gray or Platinum White Pearl—five seats with a 473L boot that folds 60:40 for extra gear. 16-18 inch alloys with 235/45 R18 tires grip steady, chrome accents add flair—it’s got that sporty stance, wide doors for easy hops, but slim enough for mohallas without drama.
Plush, Connected Cabin
Slide in, and leatherette seats hug five with heated fronts and 60:40 folding rears for boot space up to 1,000L—no third-row squeeze, but rear legroom’s generous for uncles on family trips. The 12.3-inch touchscreen blasts wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay for maps or Spotify, while the 12.3-inch digital cluster shows speed and modes. Dual-zone AC chills quick, panoramic sunroof floods light on Touring, ambient LEDs set moods—wireless charging and cooled cup holders keep gadgets and chai handy. It’s airy for hot commutes, with 12-speaker Bose audio pumping bassy vibes—no massage seats, but the build quality nails long drives without creaks.
Hybrid Power That Sips Fuel
The 2.0L four-cylinder hybrid (204 hp system, 247 Nm) pairs with eCVT for seamless shifts, zipping 0-100 kmph in 7.5 seconds and topping 180 kmph. EPA 51 city/44 highway/48 combined mpg (real-world 45-50) stretches the 48L tank to 1,400-1,600 km at Rs. 5-6/km—electric mode silent in traffic, petrol kicks for highways. FWD grips wet roads, MacPherson struts up front and multi-link rear soak potholes softly—no wallow on curves, refined NVH keeps chats peaceful, though the hybrid hum nags some.
Safety Suite Loaded
Honda Sensing ADAS with automated emergency braking, lane keep, adaptive cruise standard, chasing 5-star Global NCAP with ACE body. 10 airbags, 360-camera, and blind-spot monitor add confidence—tough for urban knocks, VSA stability shrugs wet slips, ISOFIX for kids.
Price and Easy Snag
LX hybrid at Rs. 25 lakh (expected import), Touring Rs. 35 lakh—on-road Delhi Rs. 28-40 lakh with taxes. Late 2024 global launch means stock at Honda dealers or CarDekho, with September perks: Rs. 20k-50k off, no-cost EMI on SBI cards, exchanges Rs. 50k. Waits 7-15 days, 3-year/unlimited km warranty, Rs. 4k-5k yearly—resale 75% after three years.
What Folks Say
Owners love the efficiency and space—”hybrid luxury for daily drives,” one Delhi exec raves—but rear headroom cramps tall uncles, no diesel bugs highway fans. Service Honda solid everywhere, eCVT lag irks manuals lovers. Vs. Camry’s refinement or Sonata’s boot, Accord wins on tech—top if smooth hybrid’s your jam.
Quick Specs
Late 2024 launch, Rs. 25-35 lakh (expected), 2.0L hybrid, 204 hp, 51/44 mpg ARAI, six trims. Check dealers for Cement Gray or deals—your sedan’s waiting.
