2023 Honda Accord MPG
The 2023 Honda Accord gets 29 mpg in the city, 37 on the highway and 32 combined, according to the EPA.
The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 48 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg lower than the best gasoline 2022 version (33 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Hybrid | 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 51 | 44 | 48 | Regular · 184 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Hybrid Sport/Touring | 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 46 | 41 | 44 | Regular · 201 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | Regular · 277 g CO₂/mi |
2023 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 2023 Honda Accord costs about $2,040 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (32 mpg combined), or roughly 14 cents a mile.
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.
2023 Honda Accord specs
The EPA lists 2 engine choices for the 2023 Honda Accord: 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid and 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo. It came with a CVT, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Large Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 1.5 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2023 Honda Accord problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 230 owner complaints about the 2023 Honda Accord.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (16% of component mentions), followed by service brakes (14%) and forward collision avoidance (14%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 57 complaints a year: about as many as the 2022 (62 a year) and fewer than the 2024 (75 a year).
That ranks 10th of 17 Honda Accord model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 230, 12 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 8 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 73 | 16% |
| Service brakes | 62 | 14% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 61 | 14% |
| Engine | 43 | 10% |
| Unknown or other | 39 | 9% |
| Steering | 30 | 7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 27 | 6% |
| Power train | 23 | 5% |
| Lane departure | 18 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 4% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 9 | 2% |
| Seat belts | 8 | 2% |
| Seats | 6 | 1% |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 1% |
| Suspension | 4 | <1% |
| Wheels | 4 | <1% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 3 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility | 3 | <1% |
| Air bags | 2 | <1% |
| Structure | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
I was driving on an interstate in Florida on vacation while using my GPS which was showing on my cars screen. As I was following directions the screen went blank. …
I have experienced phantom braking multiple times but it happened at the worst time yesterday & because of that my shoulder is hurting alot. I was driving on the road when suddenly car hit the brake without any warnings. …
The car has continually asked to to be updated through the driver control center screen. IT states that this is a dealer update and must be brought in to have this done. …
2023 Honda Accord recalls
The 2023 Honda Accord has been the subject of 9 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 26V663000 from October 2026, concerns tires.
Gasoline fuel system accounts for 2 of the 9 campaigns, more than any other area.
26V054000 · January 29, 2026 · Seats
Problem: The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Risk: A loose driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge.
23V588000 · August 17, 2023 · Power train
Problem: The electronic transmission may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT), free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Accord years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V663000 | October 8, 2026 | Tires | 2023–2024 |
| 26V366000 | June 4, 2026 | Tires | 2023–2024 |
| 25V785000 | November 13, 2025 | Electrical system | 2023–2024 |
| 24V859000 | November 14, 2024 | Seats | 2023–2024 |
| 24V763000 | October 14, 2024 | Gasoline fuel system | 2023–2024 |
| 23V858000 | December 18, 2023 | Gasoline fuel system | 2013–2023 |
| 23V782000 | November 21, 2023 | Seat belts | 2023–2024 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 1 version of the 2023 Honda Accord; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2023 models in the EPA's large cars class, the 2023 Hyundai Sonata (32 mpg) and 2023 Honda Civic (36 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 48 | 403 | 57 | 6 |
| 2021 | 48 | 293 | 48 | 4 |
| 2022 | 47 | 315 | 62 | 4 |
| 2023 | 48 | 230 | 57 | 9 |
| 2024 | 48 | 230 | 75 | 6 |
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Accord a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2023 Honda Accord has 57 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (10th most of 17 model years), 9 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 48 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2023 Accord problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (73), service brakes (62) and forward collision avoidance (61). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2023 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 2023 Accord get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 32 mpg combined (29 city, 37 highway). The hybrid versions reach up to 48 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Accord per year?
About $2,040 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).