2021 Honda AccordFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

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2021 Honda Accord

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City
30
MPG
Highway
38
MPG
Combined
33
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

34.8MPG average+5.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 33 MPG · Owner reported avg: 34.8 MPG

Range: 34–36 MPG

Driving mix: City 10% / Highway 90%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 34.8 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 33 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular
City
30
Hwy
38
Comb
33
Fuel cost: $2,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,050

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$1,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 7/10
GHG Score: 7/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
268 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
9.0 barrels

Specifications

Engine
1.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Sedan

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
1.5L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,041/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,708/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,767/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,880/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,055/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,050/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,541/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,099/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,975/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,022/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 33 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems191 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 191 owner complaints for the 2021 Honda Accord. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), electrical system and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
71
Electrical System
41
Brakes
26
Engine
25
Fuel System
13
Air Bags
13
Power Train
11
Steering
8

2021 Honda Accord problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 71 complaints, Electrical System: 41 complaints, Brakes: 26 complaints, Engine: 25 complaints, Fuel System: 13 complaints, Air Bags: 13 complaints, Power Train: 11 complaints, Steering: 8 complaints.

26
Crashes Reported
1
Fires Reported
14
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Other / UnknownFiled: 05/01/2026ODI#11735026
Infotainment Center: I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2021 Honda Accord Sport and the ongoing issues I’ve experienced with its infotainment system. This problem has been persistent, unpred…
Electrical SystemFiled: 03/08/2026ODI#11722767
This has been reported one time before but the situation has gotten worse when driving at approximately 60ish miles per hour but it starts doing it about between 50 and 70 mph when driving and the car…
BrakesFiled: 04/20/2023ODI#11517988
On four occasions I was required to slam in my brakes to avoid hitting a car in front of me on major highways in Virginia. When engaging the brakes the antilock brakes did not engage, the idle system …

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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