2020 Honda Accord MPG
EPA ratings for the 2020 Honda Accord run from 22–30 mpg in town to 32–38 on the highway, or 26–33 combined, depending on which of its 6 gasoline versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 33 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 26 mpg combined. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 48 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2019 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Hybrid | 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 48 | 47 | 48 | Regular · 185 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 (S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 34 | 27 | Regular · 330 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord 2.0T Sport/Touring | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | 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 |
2020 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 2020 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.
2020 Honda Accord specs
2020 Honda Accord buyers could choose between 3 engines, according to EPA records: 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. The EPA classes it as a large car.
| 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 (S10); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 2.0 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2020 Honda Accord problems
Owners have filed 403 complaints about the 2020 Honda Accord with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported area (23% of component mentions), followed by engine (12%) and electrical system (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 57 complaints a year: fewer than the 2019 (98 a year) and more than the 2021 (48 a year).
That ranks 9th of 17 Honda Accord model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 403, 17 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 10 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 150 | 23% |
| Engine | 77 | 12% |
| Electrical system | 64 | 10% |
| Service brakes | 61 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 57 | 9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 54 | 8% |
| Air bags | 36 | 6% |
| Steering | 25 | 4% |
| Lane departure | 21 | 3% |
| Power train | 19 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 2% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 12 | 2% |
| Structure | 10 | 2% |
| Seats | 8 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 7 | 1% |
| Suspension | 6 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | <1% |
| Visibility | 4 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 2 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | <1% |
| Buckle chest clip | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Wheels | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Hello, I am requesting immediate attention to an issue with my vehicle that I believe is related to a factory defect. The recall service was completed, but the problem was not corrected. …
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle was jerking abnormally. The Brake System, TPMS, Power Steering, and Check Engine warning lights were illuminated. …
The Supplemental Restraint System Problem message along with the airbag light comes and goes on my dash randomly. Anytime I am able to take it to get scanned, it doesn’t show up. …
2020 Honda Accord recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2020 Honda Accord.
The most recent, campaign 26V332000 from May 2026, concerns air bags.
Air bags account for 2 of the 6 campaigns, more than any other area.
20V798000 · December 17, 2020 · Electrical system
Problem: The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Accord years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V332000 | May 21, 2026 | Air bags | 2016–2022 |
| 24V064000 | February 1, 2024 | Air bags | 2020–2022 |
| 23V858000 | December 18, 2023 | Gasoline fuel system | 2013–2023 |
| 21V215000 | March 25, 2021 | Gasoline fuel system | 2019–2020 |
| 20V771000 | December 10, 2020 | Exterior lighting, Visibility, Electrical system, Back over prevention, Visibility/wiper | 2018–2020 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2020 Honda Accord; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HYBRID 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 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 2020 models in the EPA's large cars class, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata (32 mpg) and 2020 Kia Optima (31 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2022 | 47 | 315 | 62 | 4 |
| 2023 | 48 | 230 | 57 | 9 |
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FAQ
Is the 2020 Accord a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2020 Honda Accord has 57 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (9th most of 17 model years), 6 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 48 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2020 Accord problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are forward collision avoidance (150), engine (77) and electrical system (64). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2020 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 2020 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 48 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 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).