2018 Honda Accord MPG
Across its 6 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2018 Honda Accord returns 22–30 mpg city, 32–38 highway and 26–33 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 33 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive manages 26 mpg combined, 7 mpg less. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 47 mpg combined. That is 3 mpg better than the best gasoline 2017 version (30 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Hybrid | 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 47 | 47 | 47 | Regular · 187 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 266 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 35 | 31 | Regular · 282 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 298 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 34 | 27 | Regular · 330 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord 2.0T Sport/Touring | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Regular · 345 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Regular · 344 g CO₂/mi |
2018 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 2018 Honda Accord costs about $1,980 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (33 mpg combined), or roughly 13 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (26 mpg combined) comes to about $2,510 a year, $530 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.
2018 Honda Accord specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2018 Honda Accord: 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0 L 4-cyl 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 "Large Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios); Automatic (AV-S7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 2.0 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 10-spd; Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 2.0 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2018 Honda Accord problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 2,011 owner complaints about the 2018 Honda Accord.
Engine is the most-reported area (18% of component mentions), followed by forward collision avoidance (15%) and fuel/propulsion system (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 222 complaints a year: more than the 2017 (58 a year) and the 2019 (98 a year).
No other Honda Accord model year from 2008 to 2024 has more complaints per year on sale.
Of the 2,011, 38 mention a crash, 5 a fire and 28 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 584 | 18% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 464 | 15% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 323 | 10% |
| Electrical system | 316 | 10% |
| Unknown or other | 275 | 9% |
| Service brakes | 262 | 8% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 175 | 6% |
| Power train | 146 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 120 | 4% |
| Steering | 69 | 2% |
| Lane departure | 64 | 2% |
| Structure | 63 | 2% |
| Air bags | 60 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 36 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 33 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 28 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 28 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 28 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 26 | <1% |
| Wheels | 19 | <1% |
| Suspension | 17 | <1% |
| Visibility | 10 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 7 | <1% |
| Seats | 6 | <1% |
| Tires | 5 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 4 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Diesel fuel system | 2 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Noticed that the engine temperature was slightly higher normal (went to 5 bars when always at 4) I checked and the fan was running properly and had coolant in the overflow tank. …
Reporting fraudulent safety recall compliance & hazardous repair by Honda of Manhasset (Invoice #317524). 1. Recall 23V-858 (Fuel Pump): Dealership registered recall as completed & Service Manager verbally insisted it was done. …
In May of 2024, We got a recall letter for an inoperable fuel pump from Honda Automobile Division, & we did not get a replacement. …
2018 Honda Accord recalls
The 2018 Honda Accord has been the subject of 6 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 26V332000 from May 2026, concerns air bags.
Back over prevention accounts for 2 of the 6 campaigns, more than any other area.
18V629000 · September 13, 2018 · Back over prevention, Visibility
Problem: In certain scenarios, the back-up camera center display may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk: If the rearview camera display does not show what is behind the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the display audio unit software, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Accord years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V332000 | May 21, 2026 | Air bags | 2016–2022 |
| 23V858000 | December 18, 2023 | Gasoline fuel system | 2013–2023 |
| 23V158000 | March 9, 2023 | Seat belts | 2018–2019 |
| 20V771000 | December 10, 2020 | Electrical system, Back over prevention, Visibility/wiper, Visibility, Exterior lighting | 2018–2020 |
| 20V314000 | May 28, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2018 Honda Accord; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2018 models in the EPA's large cars class, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata (31 mpg) and 2018 Kia Optima (31 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 47 | 640 | 53 | 6 |
| 2016 | 30 | 611 | 55 | 4 |
| 2017 | 48 | 584 | 58 | 3 |
| 2018 | 47 | 2,011 | 222 | 6 |
| 2019 | 48 | 792 | 98 | 6 |
| 2020 | 48 | 403 | 57 | 6 |
| 2021 | 48 | 293 | 48 | 4 |
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Accord a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2018 Honda Accord has 222 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the most of its 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 2018 Accord problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (584), forward collision avoidance (464) and fuel/propulsion system (323). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2018 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 2018 Accord get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 26–33 mpg combined (22–30 city, 32–38 highway). The hybrid version reaches up to 47 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Accord per year?
About $1,980 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,510 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).