Honda Accord vs BMW 7 Series

The 2026 Accord sedan is roomy inside like a full-size car, holds more luggage in the trunk than its rivals, and rolls off the showroom floor for less than $30,000. Not only that, but it’s more fuel-efficient than some small crossovers, and earns top safety ratings. For 2026, the Accord adds a larger standard infotainment touchscreen, tech features, and sporty new 19-inch wheels for the SE trim level. Honda also sells an Accord Hybrid, but we’ll cover that in a separate review.

Verdict: Affordable, efficient, practical, and safe, the 2026 Honda Accord is an excellent choice in a midsize sedan. However, there are a few problems with the 2026 Accord that Honda should fix sooner rather than later.

The 7 Series is BMW’s answer to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, offering lavish amounts of space and luxurious features, while maintaining BMW's trademark sharp handling. The current-generation 7 Series was introduced for the 2023 model year and gets a substantial update for 2027. The exterior styling has been massaged and the interior rearranged to accommodate BMW’s new Panoramic Vision dashboard display. The all-electric i7 is updated as well, but we’ll cover that in a separate review.

Verdict: The updated 7 Series continues to impress with a lavish interior and impressive handling for the segment, but its complexity and still-polarizing design make it hard to love.