The Honda Accord has long been recognized for its reliability and practicality, and the 2025 model continues this tradition while placing a strong emphasis on safety. For prospective buyers in the English-speaking market, understanding the safety ratings of the Honda Accord 2025 is crucial. This detailed analysis breaks down the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) evaluations, providing a comprehensive overview of the Accord’s safety performance in various crash scenarios and preventative measures.
Small Overlap Front Crash Test: A Deep Dive into Protection
The small overlap front crash test simulates a collision where only a small portion of the vehicle’s front end (25 percent) impacts a barrier. This is a particularly challenging test, designed to assess how well the car protects occupants in offset frontal crashes. The IIHS conducts both driver-side and passenger-side small overlap tests, and the Honda Accord 2025 has undergone both, achieving impressive results.
Driver-Side Small Overlap Front Test: Excellent Occupant Protection
The driver-side small overlap test of the Honda Accord 2025 demonstrates robust structural integrity and effective occupant protection. The IIHS rating for this test is based on a test conducted by Honda on a 2023 Accord, which shares the same design as the 2025 model in terms of safety structure.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Driver-Side Evaluation | Good (G) |
| Structure and Safety Cage | Good (G) |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | Good (G) |
| Chest | Good (G) |
| Hip/Thigh | Good (G) |
| Lower Leg/Foot | Good (G) |
| Driver Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | Acceptable (A) |
The “Good” rating across the board for structure and injury measures indicates that the Honda Accord 2025 provides excellent protection in a driver-side small overlap crash. While the “Driver Restraints and Dummy Kinematics” received an “Acceptable” rating, this is still a solid performance, and the overall driver-side evaluation remains “Good”.
To further understand the performance, technical measurements from the test offer more granular data:
Occupant Compartment Intrusion (Driver Side)
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Lower Occupant Compartment | |
| Lower Hinge Pillar Max | 2 |
| Footrest | 5 |
| Left Toepan | 5 |
| Brake Pedal | 9 |
| Rocker Panel Lateral Average | 1 |
| Upper Occupant Compartment | |
| Steering Column | 0 |
| Upper Hinge Pillar Max | 2 |
| Upper Dash | 2 |
| Lower Instrument Panel | 2 |
These measurements show minimal intrusion into the occupant compartment, particularly in the critical upper areas, which is crucial for maintaining survival space in a severe crash.
Driver Injury Measures (Technical Data)
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 147 |
| Peak gs at Hard Contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.8 |
| Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 28 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.29 |
| Chest Maximum Compression (mm) | 25 |
| Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 0.2 |
| Right | 0.3 |
| Knee Displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 1 |
| Knee-Thigh-Hip Injury Risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Maximum Tibia Index | |
| Left | 0.47 |
| Right | 0.70 |
| Tibia Axial Force (kN) | |
| Left | 1.7 |
| Right | 2.8 |
| Foot Acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 57 |
| Right | 56 |
The injury measures are all well within acceptable limits, indicating a low risk of significant injuries to the driver in a similar real-world crash. The “no contact” for peak gs at hard contact for the head is particularly noteworthy, signifying effective airbag deployment and head protection.
Passenger-Side Small Overlap Front Test: Equally Impressive Safety
The passenger-side small overlap test is equally important, ensuring that front-seat passengers receive the same level of protection as the driver. The Honda Accord 2025 again shines in this evaluation.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Passenger-Side Evaluation | Good (G) |
| Structure and Safety Cage | Good (G) |
| Passenger Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | Good (G) |
| Chest | Good (G) |
| Hip/Thigh | Good (G) |
| Lower Leg/Foot | Good (G) |
| Passenger Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | Good (G) |
In contrast to the driver-side test, the passenger restraints and dummy kinematics are also rated “Good,” resulting in an overall “Good” rating for the passenger side. This reinforces the Honda Accord 2025’s commitment to comprehensive safety for all front occupants.
Occupant Compartment Intrusion (Passenger Side)
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Lower Occupant Compartment | |
| Lower Hinge Pillar Max | 4 |
| Footrest | 7 |
| Right Toepan | 9 |
| Center Toepan | 10 |
| Rocker Panel Lateral Average | 3 |
| Upper Occupant Compartment | |
| Center Dash | 2 |
| Upper Hinge Pillar Max | 2 |
| Upper Dash | 4 |
| Right Lower Dash | 2 |
Intrusion measurements are slightly higher on the passenger side compared to the driver side, but still within a range that allows for good occupant protection.
Passenger and Driver Injury Measures (Passenger Side Test)
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Passenger Injury Measures | |
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 137 |
| Peak gs at Hard Contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.7 |
| Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 14 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.16 |
| Chest Maximum Compression (mm) | 20 |
| Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 1.2 |
| Right | 1.3 |
| Knee Displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 2 |
| Right | 3 |
| Knee-Thigh-Hip Injury Risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Maximum Tibia Index | |
| Left | 0.37 |
| Right | 0.35 |
| Tibia Axial Force (kN) | |
| Left | 2.6 |
| Right | 2.5 |
| Foot Acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 46 |
| Right | 75 |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 66 |
| Peak gs at Hard Contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.8 |
| Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 7 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.16 |
| Chest Maximum Compression (mm) | 17 |
| Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 0.1 |
| Right | 0.1 |
| Knee Displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Knee-Thigh-Hip Injury Risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Maximum Tibia Index | |
| Left | 0.31 |
| Right | 0.24 |
| Tibia Axial Force (kN) | |
| Left | 0.9 |
| Right | 1.1 |
| Foot Acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 31 |
| Right | 38 |
Similar to the driver-side test, the passenger injury metrics are excellent. Notably, even driver injury measures are reported in the passenger-side test, and these also show very low risk of injury.
Moderate Overlap Front Crash Test: “Good” Rating in Updated Test
The moderate overlap front crash test is another crucial evaluation, simulating a frontal collision where a significant portion of the vehicle’s front end (40 percent) impacts a deformable barrier. The IIHS updated this test to include rear passenger protection, making it even more stringent. The Honda Accord 2025 achieved a “Good” rating in this updated test.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | Good (G) |
| Structure and Safety Cage | Good (G) |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | Good (G) |
| Chest | Good (G) |
| Thigh/Hip | Good (G) |
| Leg/Foot | Acceptable (A) |
| Driver Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | Good (G) |
| Rear Passenger Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | Good (G) |
| Chest | Good (G) |
| Thigh | Good (G) |
| Rear Passenger Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | Good (G) |
The “Good” rating across nearly all categories, including rear passenger protection, demonstrates the Honda Accord 2025’s comprehensive safety design. The “Acceptable” rating for “Leg/Foot” for the driver is a minor point in an otherwise stellar performance.
Technical measurements provide further detail:
Occupant Compartment Intrusion (Driver Side)
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Footwell Intrusion | |
| Footrest | 11 |
| Left | 11 |
| Center | 11 |
| Right | 12 |
| Brake Pedal | 13 |
| Instrument Panel Rearward Movement | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Steering Column Movement | |
| Upward | 0 |
| Rearward | -2 |
| A-Pillar Rearward Movement | 0 |
These measurements indicate controlled deformation and minimal intrusion into the driver footwell area.
Driver and Rear Passenger Injury Measures (Technical Data)
Driver Injury Measures
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 111 |
| Peak gs at Hard Contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 1.1 |
| Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 16 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.22 |
| Chest Maximum Compression (mm) | 21 |
| Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 0.4 |
| Right | 0.5 |
| Knee Displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Knee-Thigh-Hip Injury Risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Maximum Tibia Index | |
| Left | 0.22 |
| Right | 0.82 |
| Tibia Axial Force (kN) | |
| Left | 1.5 |
| Right | 1.7 |
| Foot Acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 55 |
| Right | 40 |
Rear Passenger Injury Measures
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 for head contact during forward excursion | No Contact |
| Peak gs at Hard Contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 1.6 |
| Compression (kN) | 1.7 |
| Maximum Nij for head contact during forward excursion | No Contact |
| Chest | |
| Chest Index | 26 |
| Shoulder Belt Tension (kN) | 3.6 |
| Thigh (kN) | |
| Left Femur Compression | 0.1 |
| Right Femur Compression | 0.1 |
Injury measures for both driver and rear passenger are low, reinforcing the “Good” rating and highlighting the protection offered to occupants in the Honda Accord 2025.
Image showing the structural integrity of the Honda Accord 2025 after a moderate overlap front crash, with airbags deployed.
Image demonstrating the safe head position of the rear passenger dummy in the Honda Accord 2025 during a moderate overlap front crash test.
Image highlighting the minimal risk of injury to the rear passenger dummy’s head, neck, and chest in the Honda Accord 2025 during a moderate overlap front crash test.
Image demonstrating the correct lap belt positioning on the rear passenger dummy in the Honda Accord 2025 during a moderate overlap front crash test, ensuring pelvic safety.
Side Crash Test: “Good” Rating in Updated, More Demanding Test
The side crash test has also been updated by IIHS to be more demanding, simulating a more severe side impact. The Honda Accord 2025 achieved a “Good” rating in this updated side crash test as well, demonstrating robust side-impact protection.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | Good (G) |
| Structure and Safety Cage | Good (G) |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | Good (G) |
| Torso | Good (G) |
| Pelvis | Acceptable (A) |
| Driver Head Protection | Good (G) |
| Rear Passenger Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | Good (G) |
| Torso | Good (G) |
| Pelvis | Good (G) |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | Good (G) |
Similar to the moderate overlap test, the Honda Accord 2025 earns “Good” ratings in most categories, with an “Acceptable” rating for driver pelvis injury measures. This still reflects strong overall side-impact safety.
Occupant Compartment Intrusion (Driver Side)
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| B-pillar to longitudinal centerline of driver’s seat | -23.5 |
The negative measurement indicates that the crush stopped short of the driver’s seat centerline, demonstrating good structural resistance to intrusion.
Driver and Passenger Injury Measures (Technical Data)
Driver Injury Measures
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 216 |
| Peak gs at Hard Contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.8 |
| Compression (kN) | 0.3 |
| Shoulder | |
| Lateral Deflection (mm) | 29 |
| Lateral Force (kN) | 1.1 |
| Torso | |
| Maximum Deflection (mm)** | 32 |
| Average Deflection (mm)** | 27 |
| Maximum Deflection Rate (m/s)** | 4.40 |
| Maximum Viscous Criterion (m/s)** | 0.64 |
| Pelvis | |
| Combined Force (kN) | 4.6 |
Passenger Injury Measures
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 150 |
| Peak gs at Hard Contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.5 |
| Compression (kN) | 0.3 |
| Shoulder | |
| Lateral Deflection (mm)** | 33 |
| Lateral Force (kN)** | 1.3 |
| Torso | |
| Maximum Deflection (mm)** | 37 |
| Average Deflection (mm)** | 23 |
| Maximum Deflection Rate (m/s)** | 1.87 |
| Maximum Viscous Criterion (m/s)** | 0.34 |
| Pelvis | |
| Combined Force (kN) | 3.0 |
Injury metrics for both driver and passenger in the side impact test are generally low, consistent with the “Good” overall rating.
Headlight Performance: “Good” Rating Across All Trims
Good visibility at night is crucial for safety, and the headlight rating is an important aspect of vehicle safety evaluation. The Honda Accord 2025 achieves a “Good” headlight rating for all trim levels, which is a significant advantage.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | Good (G) |
| Low-Beam Headlight Type | LED Reflector |
| High-Beam Headlight Type | LED Reflector |
| Curve-Adaptive? | No |
| High-Beam Assist? | Yes |
The Honda Accord 2025 utilizes LED reflector headlights for both low and high beams and includes high-beam assist, contributing to its “Good” rating. The IIHS testing notes good visibility on straightaways and curves with both low and high beams, and that glare limits are never exceeded.
Headlight Technical Measurements
Low Beams
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement | Glare Exceeded Threshold |
|---|---|---|
| Straightaway Right Edge | 95.3 m | None |
| Straightaway Left Edge | 60.8 m | None |
| 250m Radius Right Curve, Right Edge | 67.5 m | None |
| 250m Radius Left Curve, Left Edge | 63.3 m | None |
| 150m Radius Right Curve, Right Edge | 51.9 m | None |
| 150m Radius Left Curve, Left Edge | 48.9 m | None |
High Beams
| Evaluation Criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Straightaway Right Edge | 167.0 m |
| Straightaway Left Edge | 148.9 m |
| 250m Radius Right Curve, Right Edge | 79.8 m |
| 250m Radius Left Curve, Left Edge | 74.7 m |
| 150m Radius Right Curve, Right Edge | 60.8 m |
| 150m Radius Left Curve, Left Edge | 56.8 m |
These measurements detail the effective illumination distance provided by both low and high beams in various driving scenarios.
Front Crash Prevention: Pedestrian – “Advanced” Rating
Modern safety systems extend beyond crashworthiness to include crash prevention. The Honda Accord 2025 features a standard Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) with pedestrian detection, earning an “Advanced” rating in pedestrian front crash prevention.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | Advanced (A) |
| Includes High-Beam Assist Credit | Yes |
The system demonstrates good performance in avoiding collisions with pedestrians in various scenarios, both during the day and night, and with both child and adult pedestrians.
Pedestrian Front Crash Prevention Performance
- Crossing Child — Day: Avoided collision at 12 mph and reduced impact speed by 23 mph in the 25 mph test.
- Crossing Adult — Night: Avoided collision at 12 mph and 25 mph when using high beams. With low beams, impact speed reduced by 3 mph at 12 mph, but failed to slow at 25 mph.
- Parallel Adult — Night: Avoided collision at 25 mph with high beams. With low beams, impact speed reduced by 19 mph at 25 mph, but failed to slow at 37 mph.
The system’s performance is enhanced when using high beams, highlighting the benefit of the high-beam assist feature.
Seat Belt Reminders: “Good” Rating for Front and Rear
Seat belts are the primary safety restraint in any vehicle, and effective seat belt reminders are essential to ensure compliance. The Honda Accord 2025 earns a “Good” rating for its seat belt reminders, covering both front and second rows.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | Good (G) |
| Front Row | |
| Unbelted Occupant Alert (Audible & Visual) | Good |
| Second Row | |
| Startup Status Alert (Visual) | Good |
| Belt Disengaged Alert (Audible & Visual) | Good |
The system meets IIHS requirements for initiation time, duration, volume, and audio frequency for both front and rear seat reminders, ensuring effective alerts to encourage seat belt use.
Child Seat Anchors (LATCH): “Good+” Rating for Ease of Use
For families, child seat safety and ease of installation are critical. The Honda Accord 2025 achieves a “Good+” rating for its LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system, indicating not only good hardware but also extra LATCH positions for added flexibility.
| Evaluation Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | Good (G) + Extra LATCH positions |
| Vehicle Trim | EX |
| Seat Type | Cloth |
The Honda Accord 2025 has two rear seating positions with complete LATCH hardware and an additional position where lower anchors can be borrowed. The IIHS evaluation details the ease of locating and using the anchors in different seating positions.
LATCH System Details by Seating Position
| Position | Rating Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tether anchor: Easy to find, no confusion. Lower anchors: Not too deep, easy to attach, easy to maneuver around. |
| 2 | Tether anchor: Easy to find, no confusion. Lower anchors: Can be borrowed from positions 1 and 3. |
| 3 | Tether anchor: Easy to find, no confusion. Lower anchors: Not too deep, easy to attach, easy to maneuver around. |
This “Good+” rating reflects the Honda Accord 2025’s commitment to family safety and convenience in child seat installation.
Conclusion: The Honda Accord 2025 – A Top Safety Pick
Overall, the IIHS safety evaluations paint a clear picture: the Honda Accord 2025 is a safe and well-designed vehicle. With “Good” ratings in all crashworthiness tests, headlight evaluation, and seat belt reminders, along with an “Advanced” rating for pedestrian front crash prevention and a “Good+” rating for LATCH, the Honda Accord 2025 prioritizes occupant safety in a comprehensive manner. For car buyers prioritizing safety, the Honda Accord 2025 stands out as an excellent choice, offering peace of mind for drivers and passengers alike.
