Accord Hybrids have blue-tinted grille and headlights (all LED in the case of the Touring). Handsome, perhaps, but not striking. Hybrid has unique wheels, badge on front fender.
Large windows buck the latest vision. Excellent outward visibility. The Ford Fusion has a more stylish exterior. (Non-hybrid pictured, so no badge low on the door.)
The Accord's best angle. Clear BMW influence in the kinked c-pillar and body side surfacing. Restrained interior design can be a plus or a minus depending on personal taste.
Blue highlights inside the Accord as well. The Ford's interior looks and feels a little more upscale.
Reduced button count, but controls remain confusing. Knob, buttons at bottom control top display. Huge speedometer includes best average mpg of the week.
Usefully large trunk despite battery pack, but the rear seat cannot fold to expand it. New electric motor is ten times as powerful. Around town, gas engine only charges the battery pack.