2015 Honda Accord MPG
EPA ratings for the 2015 Honda Accord run from 18–27 mpg in town to 28–35 on the highway, or 21–30 combined, depending on which of its 6 gasoline versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 30 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. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 47 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2014 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 | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 296 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 34 | 29 | Regular · 307 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 34 | 27 | Regular · 328 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 |
2015 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 2015 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.
2015 Honda Accord specs
2015 Honda Accord buyers could choose between 3 engines, according to EPA records: 2.4 L 4-cyl, 3.5 L 6-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid. It came with continuously variable (CVT), automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a midsize car.
| 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 |
2015 Honda Accord problems
Owners have filed 640 complaints about the 2015 Honda Accord with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (28% of component mentions), followed by engine (14%) and steering (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 53 complaints a year: fewer than the 2014 (77 a year) and about as many as the 2016 (55 a year).
That ranks 12th of 17 Honda Accord model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 640, 38 mention a crash, 7 a fire and 26 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 253 | 28% |
| Engine | 121 | 14% |
| Unknown or other | 99 | 11% |
| Steering | 82 | 9% |
| Power train | 44 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 44 | 5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 39 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 29 | 3% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 24 | 3% |
| Air bags | 23 | 3% |
| Structure | 22 | 2% |
| Wheels | 19 | 2% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 15 | 2% |
| Seats | 15 | 2% |
| Suspension | 15 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 7 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 4 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 3 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility | 3 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Other fuel system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
this has actually been a problem since I first got the car in 2015 but probably started happening in 2016. but it happens so intermittently that I hardly thought about it or figured it just needed a new battery. …
2015 Honda Accord EX-L presenting with constant knocking in the lower back part of the engine. Knocking varies with engine RPMs and is consistent across all drives. …
All of a sudden the power steering wasn't working. I had to use all of my strength to turn the wheels. I had to pay for a tow truck take it to my local Honda dealer. …
2015 Honda Accord recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2015 Honda Accord.
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 |
| 19V060000 | January 29, 2019 | Other fuel system | 2015–2017 |
| 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 2015 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 2015 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2015 Chevy Malibu (29 mpg), 2015 Ford Fusion (29 mpg) and 2015 Hyundai Elantra (31 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2018 | 47 | 2,011 | 222 | 6 |
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Accord a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2015 Honda Accord has 53 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (12th most of 17 model years), 6 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 47 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2015 Accord problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (253), engine (121) and steering (82). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2015 Accord have?
NHTSA lists 6 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 2015 Accord get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 21–30 mpg combined (18–27 city, 28–35 highway). The hybrid version reaches up to 47 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 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).