Head-to-head
2026 Honda Accord vs 2026 Kia K5
The Honda Accord wins clearly, 98.5 to 77.4, on fuel & range, safety.
A
2026 Honda Accord
The 2026 Honda Accord is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Accord Hybrid, is EPA…
vs
A2026 Kia K5
The 2026 Kia K5 is sold in the U.S. as a gas large sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the K5 w/Stop-Start, is EPA-rated at 30 mp…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Honda Accord
Clear winThe Honda Accord wins clearly, 98.5 to 77.4, on fuel & range, safety.
Fuel & range2026 Honda Accord leads by 37.9
Safety2026 Honda Accord leads by 8.6
| Category · weight | 2026 Kia K5overall 77.4 | 2026 Honda Accordoverall 98.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 62.1 | 100 |
| Safetyw 4 | 88.8 | 97.4 |
| Space & cargow 2 | no data | no data |
| Performancew 2 | no data | no data |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 77.4 | 98.5 |
Kia K5: model-level data · Honda Accord: base trim LX FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Advertisement
Specifications side by side
42 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $28,395 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 1,498 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 192 hp |
| Torque | — | 192 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 37 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 5.363 |
| Transmission type | — | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | — | 57.1 in |
| Overall length | — | 196 in |
| Overall width | — | 73.3 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 16.7 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 39.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 37.3 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 42.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 40.8 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,239 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 3,239 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension type | — | multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 19.2 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | electronic |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel width | — | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 225/50R17 94V |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 14.8 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | HondaLink |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 56.5 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
79 features · differences first, then sharedSafety24 differ · 24 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | — | std |
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | — | std |
| Driver's & Front Passenger's Advanced Front Airbags (i-SRS) | — | std |
| Driver's & Front Passenger's Side Airbags | — | std |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | — | std |
| Side Curtain Airbags | — | std |
| Driver Attention Monitor | — | std |
| Rear Side Airbags | — | std |
| Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) | — | std |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | — | std |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | — | std |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | — | std |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | — | std |
| Driver's & Front Passenger's Knee Airbags (SRS) | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | — | std |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | — | std |
| Seat Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | — | std |
| Traffic Jam Assist | — | std |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Location Indicators | — | std |
Infotainment13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability | — | std |
| 10.2-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster | — | std |
| 160-Watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | — | std |
| 9-Inch Color Touchscreen | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | — | std |
| HondaLink | — | std |
| HondaLink Subscription Services | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port (x1) - Front Seats | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port (x2) - Rear Seats | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Smartphone/Audio Interface (x1) - Front Seats | — | std |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Phone Charger (Qi) | — | std |
Convenience10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Engine Start | — | std |
| Cruise Control | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | — | std |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | — | std |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | — | std |
| Power Door Locks | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto Up/Down Driver & Passenger Window | — | std |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| Security System with Remote Entry and Trunk Release | — | std |
| Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | — | std |
Seating3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | — | std |
| One Piece Fold-Down Rear Seatback | — | std |
| Rear Seat Center Armrest | — | std |
Interior10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front Beverage Holders | — | std |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | — | std |
| LED Front Map Lights | — | std |
| Sliding Sunvisors | — | std |
| Sunglasses Holder | — | std |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | — | std |
| Trunk Light | — | std |
| White Ambient Light | — | std |
| Illuminated Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | — | std |
| Floor Mats | — | std |
Exterior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Auto On/Off Headlights | — | std |
| Capless Fuel Filler | — | std |
| Compact Spare Tire | — | std |
| Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | — | std |
| LED Front Turn Indicators | — | std |
| LED Headlights & Taillights | — | std |
| LED Rear Turn Indicators | — | std |
| Power Side Mirrors | — | std |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | — | std |
| Smart Clear Wiper | — | std |
Powertrain3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Direct Fuel Injection | — | std |
| Idle-Stop | — | std |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) | — | std |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | — | std |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | — | std |
| Wheel Resonators | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Advertisement
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPKia K5
Safety Signal92 A
NHTSA overall★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls1
Owner complaints11 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained aboutUnspecified (4), Engine (4), Electrical System (3)
Top recalls
- highElectrical System26V046000 · 42,677 vehicles
Honda Accord
Safety Signal94 A
NHTSA overall★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls1
Owner complaints5 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained aboutUnspecified (3), Tires (1), Electrical System (1)
Top recalls
- moderateTires26V366000 · 1,048,613 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Kia K5 | Honda AccordLX FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $28,395 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $28,395 – $39,495 6 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | K5 w/Stop-Start | Accord Hybrid |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 30 | 48 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,100 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Kia K5 or the 2026 Honda Accord?
The Honda Accord wins clearly, 98.5 to 77.4, on fuel & range, safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Honda Accord scores 98.5 and the 2026 Kia K5 77.4. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Kia K5 or the 2026 Honda Accord?
2026 Kia K5: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Honda Accord: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the differences between the 2026 Kia K5 and the 2026 Honda Accord?
This page puts 42 specifications and 79 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.