Flash Drive

2014 Honda Accord Hybrid

2014 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L Model Tested: 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring 

Engine: 2.0-liter DOHC 4-cylinder and 124 kW electric motor 

Transmission: Electric Continuously Variable Transmission 

EPA Ratings: 50/City—45/Highway—47/Combined 

Base Price: $34,905 

As Tested: $35,695 

Performance:

Strong acceleration and torque thanks to electric motor

Seamless transitions between power modes

Powerful, but compact hybrid system 

2014 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-LComfort:

Two temp heated front seats

Driver power lumbar support

Stretch-out front legroom

Great, thick contoured leather steering wheel

Good size navigation screen

High quality interior materials

Back seat fits tall adults

Excellent headroom 

Utility:

Pretty big trunk, especially for a hybrid

Flat trunk floor

Two big under floor storage bins

Big, wide trunk opening

Nicely lined trunk surfaces 

WOW Factors:

Good for fuel economy and the environment

Big, very efficient windshield wipers

Lane departure warning system

Handsome, crisp styling

Entertaining, informative energy use displays 

Whines:

Wasn’t able to match EPA fuel economy numbers; our best was 42 mpg

Too small sunroof

Rear seat doesn’t fold 

Bottom Line:

The 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring sedan offers all the great features and quality engineering that has made the Accord a perennial favorite with the added bonus of hybrid fuel economy.