2013 is the first model year of the 9th generation of the Accord and is completely redesigned with a new exterior, interior, and engine choices. Reliability ratings are great, according to J.D. Power, but there are more complaints from owners than the outgoing 2012 model.

How Reliable Is the 2013 Honda Accord? J.D. Power gave the 2013 Accord a reliability rating of three out of five, which is about average.

Honda Accord This durable, yet sleek vehicle can reach up to 300,000 miles if treated with care and if you make sure to schedule regular service appointments.

2013 Honda Accord Pricing and EPA Data

We recommend skipping the 2013 and 2014 Accords. Thankfully, the rest of the ninth generation (2015, 2016, and 2017) has improved in terms of reliability. The most reliable Honda Accord year for this generation is the 2015 model.

The EPA has approved Honda's fuel-efficiency estimates for the 2013 Accord. The sedan powered by the Earth Dreams 2.4-liter four-cylinder with the CVT is good for 27 mpg in the city and 36 on the highway; the six-speed manual drops mileage to 24/34.

The LX is the base trim of the 2021 Honda Accord, and the EX-L is a mid-level trim within the lineup. The LX comes with a lower price tag and many essential features. At the same time, the EX-L adds some additional interior upgrades, including more wireless connectivity, and it has some extra safety amenities.

The Honda Accord is a Car and Driver favorite, winning our 10Best award year after year with its spacious interior, driver-friendly road manners, and impeccable build quality. For 2023, it wins a 10Best award yet again for its stunning overall competence.

As to fuel economy, our long term Accord EX-L with Nav's four-cylinder CVT drivetrain is averaging a fine 30.7 miles per gallon of regular after 5 months and 7100 miles. The Accord Hybrid, on the other hand has a combined rating of 47 MPG.

Anything from the 1998 model to the 2005 model is all Accord model years to avoid. The transmissions and engines were prone to failure and excessive oil consumption.

Top speed is governed at 126 mph, which is plenty fast; once you pass the legal highway limit while, say, turning a 15.2-second quarter-mile at 93 mph, the Accord no longer feels as steadfast as it did a few seconds earlier.

The Accord is a mid-size car, while the Civic is a compact car. Price: The Honda Accord is generally more expensive than the Honda Civic. This is due in part to the larger size of the Accord, as well as its higher-end features and amenities.