2011 Honda Accord MPG
Across its 7 EPA-rated versions, the 2011 Honda Accord returns 18–23 mpg city, 26–33 highway and 21–26 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive, at 26 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 21 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2010 version (25 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Coupe | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Regular · 342 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Coupe | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Regular · 342 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 32 | 26 | Regular · 342 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 33 | 26 | Regular · 342 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Coupe | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Coupe | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Regular · 423 g CO₂/mi |
2011 Honda Accord fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2011 Honda Accord costs about $2,510 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (26 mpg combined), or roughly 17 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (21 mpg combined) comes to about $3,110 a year, $600 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2011 Honda Accord specs
2011 Honda Accord buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 2.4 L 4-cyl and 3.5 L 6-cyl. It came with automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a compact car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Manual 5-spd; Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic (S5); Automatic 5-spd; Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
2011 Honda Accord problems
Owners have filed 296 complaints about the 2011 Honda Accord with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Air bags are the most-reported area (32% of component mentions), followed by seats (11%) and engine (7%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 18 complaints a year: fewer than the 2010 (34 a year) and the 2012 (25 a year).
It has the fewest complaints per year on sale of any Honda Accord model year from 2008 to 2024.
Of the 296, 33 mention a crash, 3 a fire and 28 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 115 | 32% |
| Seats | 39 | 11% |
| Engine | 25 | 7% |
| Power train | 21 | 6% |
| Steering | 21 | 6% |
| Structure | 19 | 5% |
| Electrical system | 18 | 5% |
| Unknown or other | 18 | 5% |
| Suspension | 14 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 12 | 3% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 2% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 7 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 2% |
| Wheels | 6 | 2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 1% |
| Tires | 4 | 1% |
| Visibility | 4 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 2 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2011 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 35 MPH with her son inside the vehicle, the driver’s side and the driver’s seat air bags deployed unexpectedly. …
I AM HAVING MAJOR LOW BACK AND TAIL BONE PAIN FROM THE FRONT SEATS. I HAVE A HARD TIME EVEN DRIVING 15 MILES TO WORK. …
I'm having symptoms of cold startup engine rattle type clatter sound for approximately 2-3 seconds and then it goes away. Doesn't do that again unless the car sits for a period of time. …
2011 Honda Accord recalls
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2011 Honda Accord.
The most recent, campaign 19V502000 from June 2019, concerns air bags.
Air bags account for 8 of the 9 campaigns, more than any other area.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Accord years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V502000 | June 27, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 19V378000 | May 16, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 18V661000 | September 27, 2018 | Air bags | 2010–2012 |
| 18V268000 | April 26, 2018 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 18V042000 | January 9, 2018 | Air bags | 2009–2012 |
| 17V545000 | August 31, 2017 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 17V030000 | January 10, 2017 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 16V346000 | May 24, 2016 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 10V640000 | December 16, 2010 | Suspension | 2010–2011 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2011 Honda Accord; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-door FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ |
| Sedan 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Honda Accords can be compared fairly. Among other 2011 models in the EPA's compact cars class, the 2011 Toyota Corolla (30 mpg) and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (32 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25 | 1,521 | 80 | 9 |
| 2009 | 25 | 727 | 40 | 11 |
| 2010 | 25 | 581 | 34 | 13 |
| 2011 | 26 | 296 | 18 | 9 |
| 2012 | 27 | 373 | 25 | 8 |
| 2013 | 30 | 1,427 | 101 | 5 |
| 2014 | 47 | 1,006 | 77 | 5 |
Every Honda Accord model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Accord a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2011 Honda Accord has 18 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the fewest of its 17 model years), 9 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 26 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2011 Accord problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (115), seats (39) and engine (25). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2011 Accord have?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Accord get?
The EPA rates the versions at 21–26 mpg combined (18–23 city, 26–33 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Accord per year?
About $2,510 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $3,110 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).