Vehicle comparison
Honda Accord Hybrid vs Toyota Camry Hybrid
Side-by-side fuel and ownership cost comparison. Estimates use 12,000 mi/year at average US gas prices.
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
Lowest running cost
Toyota Camry Hybrid wins on fuel cost
At 12,000 miles per year, the Toyota Camry Hybrid costs about $796 per year, roughly $66 less than the Honda Accord Hybrid. Over 5 years, that's about $332 in fuel savings.
Spec & cost comparison
MPG/MPGe figures are estimates based on typical recent model years.
| Spec | Honda Accord Hybrid | Toyota Camry Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Type | HYBRID | HYBRID |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City MPG/MPGe | 51 | 51 |
| Highway MPG/MPGe | 44 | 53 |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 48 | 52 |
| Tank / Battery | 12.8 gal | 13.2 gal |
| Energy cost | $3.45/gal | $3.45/gal |
| Cost per mile | $0.072 | $0.066 |
Annual cost at 8k / 12k / 15k miles
Estimated yearly fuel spend at common US mileage levels.
| Miles/year | Honda Accord Hybrid | Toyota Camry Hybrid | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | $575/yr · $48/mo | $531/yr · $44/mo | $44 (Toyota Camry Hybrid) |
| 12,000 | $863/yr · $72/mo | $796/yr · $66/mo | $66 (Toyota Camry Hybrid) |
| 15,000 | $1078/yr · $90/mo | $995/yr · $83/mo | $83 (Toyota Camry Hybrid) |
Estimates only. Real costs depend on driving style, terrain, local gas/electricity prices and weather.
Which one is best for…
Best for commuting
Toyota Camry Hybrid
Highest combined MPG/MPGe and lowest cost per mile means cheaper daily driving.
See Toyota Camry HybridBest for road trips
Toyota Camry Hybrid
Better highway efficiency, larger tank/battery and longer range between stops.
See Toyota Camry HybridBest for families
Toyota Camry Hybrid
SUVs, minivans and three-row vehicles win on space and child-seat flexibility.
See Toyota Camry HybridBest for lowest running cost
Toyota Camry Hybrid
Cheaper energy use and lower cost per mile at every common mileage tier.
See Toyota Camry HybridHow we compare these vehicles
- Annual mileage
- Modeled at 12,000 mi/yr unless a scenario specifies otherwise.
- Cost per mile
- $/gal ÷ MPG, or $/kWh ÷ (MPGe ÷ 33.7) for EVs.
- EV vs gas
- Compared at average US gas and residential electricity prices — fast-charging can be 2–3× higher.
- Maintenance
- Fuel cost only — EVs typically save another $400–$1,000/yr in service and brake wear.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to drive, the Honda Accord Hybrid or Toyota Camry Hybrid?
At 12,000 miles per year, the Toyota Camry Hybrid costs about $796 per year vs $863 for the Honda Accord Hybrid — roughly $66 less per year.
What's the MPG difference between the Honda Accord Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid?
The Honda Accord Hybrid is rated around 48 combined MPG versus 52 MPG for the Toyota Camry Hybrid. Highway figures are 44 vs 53.
How much will I spend on fuel over 5 years?
Driving 12,000 miles a year for five years, expect about $4313 for the Honda Accord Hybrid and $3981 for the Toyota Camry Hybrid, a difference of roughly $332.
Is the Honda Accord Hybrid or Toyota Camry Hybrid better for commuting?
For pure cost per mile, the Toyota Camry Hybrid wins. EVs charged at home typically deliver the lowest commuting cost, followed by hybrids and efficient compacts.
Which one is better for road trips?
Toyota Camry Hybrid is generally the better road-trip choice — gas and hybrid vehicles win on long highway routes thanks to faster refueling, while EVs work best when charging stops fit your route.
Are these fuel cost numbers accurate for my driving?
They're estimates based on EPA-style combined MPG and average US gas prices. Real-world cost depends on local fuel prices, driving style, terrain, weather and how much city vs highway driving you do.