The 2018 Accord Touring uses a turbocharged engine—the 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 (2.0T)—paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, delivering about 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. This places Touring among the higher-performance options in Honda's 2018 lineup.
Turbo power across the 2018 Accord lineup
The Accord's 2018 lineup used two turbocharged powerplants. A 1.5-liter turbo engine powered the lower to mid trims, while the Touring and other higher trims were equipped with a larger 2.0-liter turbo.
Engine options at a glance
The two turbo options are summarized here:
- 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 (1.5T) — approximately 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque; typically paired with a CVT transmission on most trims.
- 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 (2.0T) — approximately 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque; paired with a 10-speed automatic in Touring and other higher trims.
These choices mean the Touring trims offer noticeably stronger acceleration thanks to the 2.0T.
Transmission and performance
Drivetrain pairing differs by engine. The 1.5T engines on standard trims generally use a CVT designed for efficiency, while the 2.0T engines, including those in Touring, use a 10-speed automatic for faster shifts and improved performance.
Summary
Bottom line: the 2018 Honda Accord Touring does have turbo power. It sports a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine (2.0T) with a 10-speed automatic, delivering roughly 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Lower trims use the smaller 1.5-liter turbo with a CVT, making Touring the performance-focused option in the lineup.