Honda Accord (3rd generation)
The pop-up headlight icon that brought double-wishbone handling to the masses.
- Power
- 122 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.7 s
- Top speed
- 122 mph
- Est. value
- $4k–$32k
About the Honda Accord
The third-generation Honda Accord, produced between 1985 and 1989, is widely regarded as the model that cemented Honda's reputation for engineering excellence. It was the first front-wheel-drive production car to feature double-wishbone suspension at both the front and rear, a layout typically reserved for sports cars, providing class-leading handling and ride quality. The 2.0i trim utilised Honda's PGM-FI fuel injection system, offering a significant performance boost over the carburetted base models. Its low-slung, wedge-shaped profile and signature retractable headlights made it a design icon of the late 1980s.
Honda Accord specs
The Honda Accord produces 122 bhp (91 kW) and 166 Nm (122 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.7 seconds and has a top speed of 122 mph (197 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Accord |
| Generation | 3rd generation (3rd generation) |
| Trim | 2.0i |
| Years | 1985–1989 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Original price | About $14,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.0-litre 12-valve inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,955 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 122 bhp (91 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 166 Nm (122 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.7 s |
| Top speed | 122 mph (197 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,150 kg (2,535 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 106 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Honda Accord worth?
A typical Honda Accord is estimated to be worth $3,800 – $32,000 (about £2,800 – £24,000).
Its original price when new was about $14,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Honda Accord rarity in CarSpot
The Honda Accord is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 14 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Honda Accord fun facts
- The third-generation Accord was the first Japanese car to be produced in the United States, with the one-millionth American-made Honda rolling off the Ohio line in 1988.
- While the sedan and hatchback were common, this generation also spawned the 'AeroDeck', a unique three-door shooting brake sold primarily in Europe and Japan.
- In 1989, the Accord became the first vehicle from an import brand to become the best-selling car in the United States.