Honda Accord Hybrid or Toyota Camry LE, which is the better choice?

Seeking Advice
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Near me, I can get a Honda Accord Hybrid or a Toyota Camry LE for the same price. Which one is the better option?

This will be my first car, and I plan to keep it for 15 years, so reliability and long-term value are important to me.

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Go with the Camry LE. I own an Accord Hybrid EX-L, and the only reason I chose it was because I got a much bigger discount and a lower APR (2.9% vs. 4.9%). Ended up being cheaper for a higher trim.

But if price wasn’t a factor, I’d pick the Camry 9 times out of 10. My partner drives a Toyota Hybrid, and Toyota’s hybrid system is just better overall.

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@Dai
Is the Accord Hybrid quieter than the Camry Hybrid? Some YouTube reviews say Honda hybrids are quieter than Toyota’s.

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Cale said:
@Dai
Is the Accord Hybrid quieter than the Camry Hybrid? Some YouTube reviews say Honda hybrids are quieter than Toyota’s.

Yes, the Accord Hybrid is quieter than the Corolla Hybrid or RAV4, but compared to the Camry or Crown, the difference is pretty small.

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@Dai
I haven’t been in an Accord Hybrid, but the CR-V Hybrid felt noticeably quieter than the RAV4 Hybrid when I rode in them.

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Cale said:
@Dai
I haven’t been in an Accord Hybrid, but the CR-V Hybrid felt noticeably quieter than the RAV4 Hybrid when I rode in them.

Yeah, the RAV4 Hybrid is on the louder side. The Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, which uses the same Toyota system, is also pretty noisy.

That said, Toyota hybrids are generally more reliable. I like my Accord, but I trust Toyota more for long-term durability.

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Toyota’s hybrid system has been around longer and is still the best. Honda’s isn’t bad, but it’s not the same quality.

I’d test-drive both and see which one feels better to you. The Camry LE has a softer ride because of the thicker tires.

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Which one do you like better? I was choosing between higher trims and went with Toyota, but your decision should be based on what fits your needs.

Both cars are solid, well-reviewed, and reliable. As long as you’re happy with your choice, that’s what matters. I liked the Accord a lot, and for me, the Sport-L trim was the most comfortable.

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The Camry has been the best-selling sedan for 26+ years for a reason. It’s more reliable, more efficient, has a lower starting price, more horsepower, and comes with a spare tire. It’s also quicker and has a great reputation for durability.

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@Flynn
The Camry doesn’t have more rear legroom, though. The Accord has about two extra inches in the back, and I noticed the difference when I sat in both.

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I just got a 2025 Camry LE Hybrid, and I previously had an Accord. The difference is huge.

I also asked my mechanic before deciding, and he told me to go with the Camry Hybrid, so that sealed the deal for me.

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I like the Camry LE with the Convenience and Cold Weather packages. Some parts feel a little cheap, but overall, it’s a solid value.

It’s also usually cheaper than an Accord Hybrid, and I prefer it since it doesn’t have the button shifter.

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@Nidra
Where I live, they’re both the same price. I haven’t found a Camry at sticker price—every dealer is marking them up.