Acura ILX vs Honda Accord

The Honda Accord starts about $4,790 lower, returns better fuel economy and makes more power than the Acura ILX. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases.

Specification comparison between the Acura ILX and the Honda Accord
MeasureAcura ILXHonda Accord
Price rangeOriginal sticker prices across all trims.$26,895–$36,095$22,105–$39,495
Years covered2015–20262015–2026
Fuel economyBest figure quoted across the range.36 mpg48 mpg
Power201 hp278 hp
Cargo space12.4 cu ft
Seats55
Fuel typesPetrolPetrol
DrivetrainsFWDFWD
Safety rating5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)
Reliability8.5 / 10 (est.)
Insurance (yr)$1,900 / yr (avg, est.)
Resale value58% after 5 yrs (est.)
Recalls5 recalls (NHTSA campaigns affecting ILX models; see NHTSA.gov for details)0 recalls (2026 model year, NHTSA)
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Acura ILX vs Honda Accord: common questions

Is the Acura ILX cheaper than the Honda Accord?

No — the Honda Accord has the lower entry price. The Acura ILX spans $26,895–$36,095 and the Honda Accord spans $22,105–$39,495, based on original sticker prices across all trims.

Which is more fuel efficient, the Acura ILX or the Honda Accord?

The Honda Accord is more efficient, quoting 48 mpg against 36 mpg for the other.

Which should I buy, the Acura ILX or the Honda Accord?

It depends on what you weight most. The Honda Accord starts about $4,790 lower, returns better fuel economy and makes more power than the Acura ILX. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases. Cars4Real shows both cars' full trim tables, owner reviews, safety records and depreciation so you can judge against your own priorities rather than a generic verdict.

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