2014 Honda Accord MPG
Across its 6 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2014 Honda Accord returns 18–26 mpg city, 28–35 highway and 21–30 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 30 mpg combined. At the other end, the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive manages 21 mpg combined, 9 mpg less. The EPA also rated hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions, the best at 47 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2013 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Hybrid | 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 49 | 45 | 47 | Regular · 188 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0 L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 47 | 46 | 46 | Regular Gas and Electricity · 130 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 300 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 33 | 29 | Regular · 309 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 34 | 27 | Regular · 324 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 34 | 25 | Regular · 350 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 24 | Regular · 364 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | Regular · 414 g CO₂/mi |
2014 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 2014 Honda Accord costs about $2,180 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (30 mpg combined), or roughly 15 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (21 mpg combined) comes to about $3,110 a year, $930 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.
2014 Honda Accord specs
The EPA lists 4 engine choices for the 2014 Honda Accord: 2.4 L 4-cyl, 3.5 L 6-cyl, 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid and 2.0 L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid. It came with continuously variable (CVT), automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Midsize Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios); Automatic (AV-S7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic 6-spd; Automatic (S6); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 2.0 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 2.0 L plug-in hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2014 Honda Accord problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 1,006 owner complaints about the 2014 Honda Accord.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (26% of component mentions), followed by engine (12%) and steering (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 77 complaints a year: fewer than the 2013 (101 a year) and more than the 2015 (53 a year).
That ranks 5th of 17 Honda Accord model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 1,006, 55 mention a crash, 10 a fire and 40 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 384 | 26% |
| Engine | 181 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 150 | 10% |
| Steering | 146 | 10% |
| Service brakes | 116 | 8% |
| Power train | 69 | 5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 61 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 43 | 3% |
| Air bags | 39 | 3% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 36 | 2% |
| Structure | 33 | 2% |
| Lane departure | 30 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 25 | 2% |
| Seats | 25 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 19 | 1% |
| Wheels | 18 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 17 | 1% |
| Suspension | 16 | 1% |
| Tires | 14 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 12 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 10 | <1% |
| Visibility | 8 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 7 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 5 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 3 | <1% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 3 | <1% |
| Other fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Honda Accord. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. …
While driving the car at approx 45mph on a busy roadway the vehicle suddenly accelerated heavily I tried applying the breaks but the pedal did not go down and had no affect of slowing the vehicle. …
The steering wheel of the 2014 Honda Accord feels heavy all of a sudden.
2014 Honda Accord recalls
The 2014 Honda Accord has been the subject of 5 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 23V858000 from December 2023, concerns gasoline fuel system.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Accord years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V858000 | December 18, 2023 | Gasoline fuel system | 2013–2023 |
| 20V769000 | December 10, 2020 | Power train | 2013–2015 |
| 17V418000 | June 29, 2017 | Electrical system | 2013–2016 |
| 15V602000 | September 25, 2015 | Hybrid propulsion system | 2014–2015 |
| 15V121000 | March 2, 2015 | Engine and engine cooling | 2014–2015 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 3 versions of the 2014 Honda Accord; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hybrid 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 2014 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2014 Chevy Malibu (29 mpg), 2014 Ford Fusion (29 mpg) and 2014 Hyundai Elantra (31 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 26 | 296 | 18 | 9 |
| 2012 | 27 | 373 | 25 | 8 |
| 2013 | 30 | 1,427 | 101 | 5 |
| 2014 | 47 | 1,006 | 77 | 5 |
| 2015 | 47 | 640 | 53 | 6 |
| 2016 | 30 | 611 | 55 | 4 |
| 2017 | 48 | 584 | 58 | 3 |
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Accord a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2014 Honda Accord has 77 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (5th most of 17 model years), 5 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 47 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2014 Accord problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (384), engine (181) and steering (146). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2014 Accord have?
NHTSA lists 5 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 2014 Accord get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 21–30 mpg combined (18–26 city, 28–35 highway). The hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions reach up to 47 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Accord per year?
About $2,180 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).