Toyota Camry Vs. Honda Accord Vs. Hyundai Sonata: Which One Is The Most Reliable? There's One Clear Winner

A reliability comparison among midsize sedans points to the Honda Accord as the clearest winner, followed by the Toyota Camry, with the Hyundai Sonata third. Using segment reliability rankings, repair-cost data, and typical problem areas, the report cites an Accord rating of 4.5 out of 5.0, placing it first among 24 midsize cars. The Camry scores 4.0 and ranks third, while the Sonata also scores 4.0 but ranks fifth. In ownership costs, the Camry posts the lowest average annual repair spending at about $388, slightly under the Accord’s roughly $400, while the Sonata averages $458. Broader evaluations credit the Accord with advantages in reliability, resale value, and overall quality, and note that Camry longevity is often measured in well over 200,000 miles. The article begins to outline typical issues for each model.