The 252-horsepower version of the Honda Accord comes from the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine (the 2.0T). This engine has powered most 2018-and-later Accords across several trims.
In the current generation, the 2.0T delivers 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, typically paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. This article explains which model years and trims offer the 2.0T, how it compares to the smaller 1.5T option, and how to verify the horsepower in a specific car.
Powertrain details
Engine specs
Engine: 2.0-liter inline-4 turbocharged, direct injection. Power output: 252 horsepower at about 5,500–6,500 rpm; torque: 273 lb-ft from 1,500–4,000 rpm.
Transmission and efficiency
Transmission: 10-speed automatic is standard with the 2.0T; the 2.0T is not offered with a manual transmission in current models. Real-world fuel economy varies by trim and configuration but generally sits in the low- to mid-20s city and mid- to high-30s highway depending on tires and equipment.
Which trims offer 2.0T horsepower
To obtain the 252 hp output, you’ll need a 2.0T-equipped Accord. The LX and lower trims use the 1.5T engine, while the following trims can be ordered with the 2.0T engine:
- Sport 2.0T
- EX 2.0T
- EX-L 2.0T
- Touring 2.0T
Note: Availability can vary by model year and market; in the United States, 2.0T is typically offered on the Sport, EX, EX-L, and Touring trims.
Model year context
The 2.0T was introduced with the 2018 redesign of the 10th-generation Accord and has continued in subsequent years. Honda has kept the 252 hp rating consistent across these years, with 273 lb-ft of torque, and has not offered a manual transmission with the 2.0T in the U.S. market.
Summary
For 252 horsepower in a Honda Accord, choose a model with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine (2.0T). This powerplant is available on Sport, EX, EX-L, and Touring trims from 2018 onward, delivering notably stronger acceleration than the base 1.5T variants while maintaining the Accord’s efficiency and refinement.