2025 Camry or 2025 Accord, which one did you pick?

Looking at both fully loaded models. Has anyone test-driven both during their search?

I’ve always driven Toyota, but my partner has had Hondas. Personally, I don’t love the new Accord’s exterior, but the interior looks nice, and I hear the ride quality is smooth.

The Camry hybrid system seems more reliable, and having a spare tire is a big plus. I also think the Camry looks better overall.

These are just my initial thoughts as I go through the decision process. I’d love to hear why others went with one over the other.

The best way to decide is to test-drive both. Sit in them, see how you feel, and go with what feels right.

Marlon said:
The best way to decide is to test-drive both. Sit in them, see how you feel, and go with what feels right.

Agreed. There’s a reason both cars exist—different people like different things.

Try a few models, you might surprise yourself. And if you’re stuck, go with whoever gives you the better deal. Both are solid choices.

The seating position in the Accord didn’t work for me. I’m tall, and the Camry felt way more comfortable.

Rio said:
The seating position in the Accord didn’t work for me. I’m tall, and the Camry felt way more comfortable.

Good to know. I’m 6’4, and when I drive my partner’s CR-V, I feel cramped. The Camry had plenty of legroom when I tested it.

@Daryn
I’m 6’5, and yeah, the Accord felt tight. Camry was way better for me.

@Daryn
I get it, and I’m only 6’1. In most cars, I have to push the seat all the way back, but in the Camry, I still had extra space.

Rio said:
The seating position in the Accord didn’t work for me. I’m tall, and the Camry felt way more comfortable.

Not many people mention this, but it’s a big deal. I have a friend who’s 6’6, and he was shocked at how much better he fit in the Camry compared to the Accord.

I test-drove both. The Camry felt peppier and quieter than the Accord Sport, but the Accord had better steering. I’d still pick the Camry, but honestly, either one would be an upgrade.

Both are solid choices. If you really want a hybrid, Toyota’s system is more proven and reliable long-term. If you’re not getting a hybrid, either car will do just fine.

Test drive both, and make a pros and cons list.

@Clovis
That’s how I felt too. Toyota has been doing hybrids for so long, so I trust their system to last.

The eCVT in the Camry is super smooth, and that was one of the main reasons I went with Toyota.

For me, Camry was the only option. The Accord doesn’t offer AWD.

I drove both and ended up getting a Camry LE with an upgrade package. The Accord handled a little better, but overall, I felt more comfortable with the Camry.

I just test-drove both, and the Camry was an easy choice for me. I compared the Accord Hybrid Touring to the Camry XLE with the upgraded package.

Space: The Accord technically has more room. I’m 6’5, 255 lbs, and I fit in both comfortably. The Camry’s headroom was a little tight, but I wasn’t hitting the roof. The Accord has noticeably more headroom. One thing I didn’t love about the Accord was that the steering wheel felt lower, making knee clearance a little tight.

Tech: This is what sold me on the Camry. The fully loaded package has bigger and better screens, better button placement, and 360-degree parking cameras. The Accord doesn’t have satellite radio or a 360 camera, and the layout of the screens didn’t look as nice.

Build Quality: They’re about the same. The Camry’s moonroof looks better, but I didn’t love the fabric on the doors—it felt cheap. The Accord’s interior design looked more polished.

If you want a fully loaded model, the Camry wins for me. If you’re going for a lower trim, the choice is much closer. Price was also a factor—the Accord was more expensive in my area.

If you need more headroom or trunk space, the Accord might be the better choice. But since I wanted better tech and a good driving experience, Camry was the clear winner for me.

Comfort: The Accord Sport-L was the most comfortable but lacked sound insulation, so it was noticeably louder.

The Camry XSE was my second choice in comfort, but it had better noise reduction and felt more refined.

Driving & Tech: The Accord has a better steering feel, but the Camry was quicker and had better highway mileage. Camry also comes with AWD if that matters to you.

I went with the Camry XSE because it was the most comfortable and fun to drive. I also found one without the panoramic sunroof, which gave me more headroom.

@LyamGenesis
Is there a difference in headroom between the regular sunroof and the panoramic one?

Daryn said:
@LyamGenesis
Is there a difference in headroom between the regular sunroof and the panoramic one?

Yes. The XSE and XLE trims either come with a panoramic sunroof or no sunroof. The SE and LE trims come with a standard moonroof or no sunroof.

If you’re tall, deleting the panoramic sunroof gives you more headroom. I’m 6’1, and it made a difference for me. If you need the most headroom, go for a trim without a sunroof.

Camry has been the best-selling sedan for over 26 years. That says it all.

I’ve always been a Honda/Acura guy, but I just couldn’t get past how plain the new Accord looks. I got the 2025 Camry XLE instead. The tech feels way better, but I’m comparing it to a 2022 TLX and a 2018 Accord, so it’s not a fair comparison.

One thing I will say: if I had to sit in the front passenger seat all the time, I wouldn’t have bought the Camry. The driver’s seat is great, but the passenger seat isn’t comfortable.