2021 Honda Accord HybridFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Large CarsFront-Wheel Drive
2021 Honda Accord Hybrid

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City
48
MPG
Highway
48
MPG
Combined
48
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

49.0MPG average+2.1% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 48 MPG · Owner reported avg: 49.0 MPG

Driving mix: City 50% / Highway 50%

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 49.0 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 48 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
48
Hwy
48
Comb
48
Fuel cost: $1,400/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,400

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$5,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 9/10
GHG Score: 9/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
183 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
6.2 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 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
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Hybrid
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$1,403/yr
California
$5.957/gal$1,862/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,215/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,293/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,413/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,409/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$1,747/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,443/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,358/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,390/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 48 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems47 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 47 owner complaints for the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), engine and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
13
Engine
10
Electrical System
7
Air Bags
5
Fuel System
4
Brakes
4
Speed Control
3
Wheels & Tires
1

2021 Honda Accord Hybrid problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 13 complaints, Engine: 10 complaints, Electrical System: 7 complaints, Air Bags: 5 complaints, Fuel System: 4 complaints, Brakes: 4 complaints, Speed Control: 3 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 1 complaints.

2
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
0
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 07/08/2025ODI#11672047
Shortly after purchasing this 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid (used, from a dealer), the infotainment touchscreen began to exhibit phantom touch behavior — the screen activates or presses buttons on its own …
Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 05/09/2025ODI#11659893
Since the first winter after I purchased my vehicle in 2021, typically when cold, but not always, I lose all the Honda Sensing (Advanced Driver Assist Features). The dashboard lights up with the foll…
EngineFiled: 03/29/2025ODI#11651437
On 3 occasions, was accelerating on interstate (after entering from ramp), check engine light began blinking, car shook terribly & went into limp mode - gas pedal was to the floor but car continued to…

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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