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Honda Accord, 1985–1989

Honda Accord 3rd generation specifications

The Honda Accord 3rd generation was built from 1985 to 1989. This page lists all 50 versions (hatchback, sedan and coupe) with 87–158 hp and 148–186 Nm of torque.

87–158 hp
Power (65–118 kW)
148–186 Nm
Torque (109–137 lb-ft)
8.2–12.4 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
215 km/h
Highest top speed (134 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Honda Accord 3rd generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.6 MT Sedan1.6 litre gasoline87 hp 65 kW—11.9 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT US-spec hatchback1.6 litre gasoline87 hp 65 kW—11.9 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT Coupe2.0 litre gasoline98 hp 73 kW148 Nm—185 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT Coupe2.0 litre gasoline98 hp 73 kW148 Nm—185 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline101 hp 75 kW—10.9 s182 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT US-spec hatchback2.0 litre gasoline101 hp 75 kW—10.9 s182 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline101 hp 75 kW—10 s182 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT US-spec hatchback2.0 litre gasoline101 hp 75 kW—10 s182 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline102 hp 76 kW—10.9 s182 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT US-spec hatchback2.0 litre gasoline102 hp 76 kW—10.9 s182 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline102 hp 76 kW—10.9 s182 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT US-spec hatchback2.0 litre gasoline102 hp 76 kW—10.9 s182 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline105 hp 78 kW—10.9 s182 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT US-spec hatchback2.0 litre gasoline105 hp 78 kW—9.9 s186 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT Hatchback 3 doors AeroDeck2.0 litre gasoline105 hp 78 kW153 Nm11.7 s183 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline105 hp 78 kW—10 s186 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT US-spec hatchback2.0 litre gasoline105 hp 78 kW—10 s186 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 MT Hatchback 3 doors AeroDeck2.0 litre gasoline105 hp 78 kW153 Nm9.9 s186 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 AT Sedan1.8 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW149 Nm——Automatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 AT US-spec hatchback1.8 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW149 Nm12.4 s174 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 AT Hatchback 3 doors AeroDeck1.8 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW149 Nm12.4 s174 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 MT Sedan1.8 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW149 Nm——Manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 MT US-spec hatchback1.8 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW149 Nm11.2 s186 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 MT Hatchback 3 doors AeroDeck1.8 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW149 Nm11.2 s186 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT Hatchback 3 doors AeroDeck2.0 litre gasoline114 hp 85 kW161 Nm11.4 s191 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 3rd generation, hatchback, sedan and coupe.
Length4,440 mm175 in
Width1,695 mm67 in
Height1,336 mm53 in
Wheelbase2,601 mm102 in
Ground clearance165 mm6 in
Kerb weight1,040–1,130 kg2,293–2,491 lb
Boot space283–510 litres10–18 cu ft
Seats5
Fuel tank60 litres16 US gal

Questions about the Honda Accord 3rd generation

What is the most powerful Honda Accord 3rd generation?

The 2.0 AT hatchback 3 doors aerodeck, with 158 hp (118 kW) and 186 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Honda Accord 3rd generation from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 2.0 MT hatchback 3 doors aerodeck, takes 8.2 seconds; the slowest takes 12.4 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Honda Accord 3rd generation have?

Engines from 1.6 to 2.0 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Honda Accord 3rd generation?

About 4,440 mm long, 1,695 mm wide and 1,336 mm tall (175 in long), weighing 1,040–1,130 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Honda Accord generation

  1. 1st generation 1976–1981
  2. 2nd generation 1981–1985
  3. 3rd generation 1985–1989
  4. 4th generation 1989–1994
  5. 5th generation 1993–1998
  6. 5th generation, facelift 1996–1998
  7. 6th generation 1997–2002
  8. 6th generation, facelift 2000–2002
  9. 7th generation 2002–2006
  10. 7th generation, facelift 2005–2008
  11. 8th generation 2007–2011
  12. 8th generation, facelift 2011–2015
  13. 9th generation 2012–2016
  14. 9th generation, facelift (CIS) 2014–2015
  15. 9th generation, facelift 2015–2019
  16. 10th generation 2017–2020
  17. 10th generation, facelift 2020–2023
  18. 11th generation 2023–present
  19. 11th generation, facelift 2024–present

Honda Accord overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.