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2016 Honda Accord

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.

Honda Accord
Pictured: 2023 Honda Accord LX, front left, 07-13-2023. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Midsize Cars
Body styles
2dr Coupe EX/EX-L Navi, 2dr Coupe EX-L V6, 4dr Sedan EX-L V6/Touring V6, 4dr Sedan LX/Sport/EX-L/Touring
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl
Horsepower
185–278 hp
Transmission
CVT, 6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
30 combined · 27 city / 36 hwy
Length
190.2–192.5 in
Curb weight
3,263–3,561 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 15% better than the average 2016 midsize car (26.2 MPG).

Watch out for

  • Many owner complaints611 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 142 for similar models — most often about the electrical system.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2016 Honda Accord is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 190 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,263 lb (2dr Coupe EX/EX-L Navi).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 36 highway), 15% better than the 2016 midsize car average of 26.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 611 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2016

  • No hybrid version any more
  • Engine dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl
  • Best combined MPG down from 47 to 30

Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Accord →

Trims, performance & features

Engine185 hp2.4L 4-cyl
Engine278 hp3.5L 6-cyl
TransmissionCVT · 6-speed automatic
Seating5 seats

Trims

EX-LSportTouringLXEX-L V6

Built in: Marysville, Ohio

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2016 Accord configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
2dr Coupe EX/EX-L Navi190.2 in72.8 in56.7 in107.1 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,263 lb61/39
2dr Coupe EX-L V6190.2 in72.8 in56.7 in107.1 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,534 lb62/38
4dr Sedan EX-L V6/Touring V6192.5 in72.8 in57.9 in109.4 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,561 lb62/38
4dr Sedan LX/Sport/EX-L/Touring192.5 in72.8 in57.9 in109.4 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,298 lb61/39

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Accord2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive27 / 36 / 30+15%$2,250292
Accord2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S7)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 34 / 29+11%$2,300304
Accord2.4L 4-cylManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive23 / 33 / 27+3%$2,500332
Accord3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive21 / 33 / 25-5%$2,700350
Accord3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive21 / 32 / 24-8%$2,800362
Accord3.5L 6-cylManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive18 / 28 / 21-20%$3,200414
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
7/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
26.2 MPG2016 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Honda Accord.

Similar 2016 midsize cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2016 Honda Accord (this car)30 MPGNot rated4
2016 Toyota Corolla34 MPGNot rated1
2016 Honda Civic35 MPGNot rated5
2016 Ford Mustang25 MPGNot rated5
2016 Toyota Camry40 MPGNot rated3
2016 Chevrolet Camaro25 MPGNot rated1
2016 Nissan GT-R19 MPGNot rated1

Recalls (4)

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · May 21, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 98,892 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Dec 18, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2,490,460 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Jan 29, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V060000 · 437,032 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Risk
Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery · Jun 29, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V418000 · 1,148,550 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.
Risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge. Dealers will perform an interim remedy of applying adhesive to the case to prevent water intrusion. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KG0.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2016 Honda Accord is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

611Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
32Involved a crash
5Involved a fire
29Injuries reported
36,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System196
Unknown Or Other129
Exterior Lighting127
Engine44
Fuel/Propulsion System39
Service Brakes30
Steering29
Visibility/Wiper27
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/11: 624/12: 225/01: 1025/02: 625/03: 825/04: 225/05: 425/06: 925/07: 1025/08: 1125/09: 825/10: 725/11: 725/12: 626/01: 626/02: 526/03: 926/04: 426/05: 426/06: 1026/07: 626/08: 626/09: 826/10: 324/1125/0225/0525/0825/1126/0226/0526/08max 11

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2016 Honda Accord buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 196 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Exterior Lighting — 127 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
  4. Engine — 44 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 36,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Honda Accord. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Accord years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Accord48195.7 inNot rated215
2025 Accord48195.7 inNot rated3120
2024 Accord48195.7 inNot rated6231
2023 Accord48195.7 inNot rated9231
2022 Accord47192.1 in★★★★★4315
2021 Accord48192.1 in★★★★★4293
2020 Accord48192.1 inNot rated6404
2019 Accord48192.1 inNot rated6792
2018 Accord47190.2 inNot rated62,012
2017 Accord48190.2 inNot rated3584
2015 Accord47189 inNot rated6638
2014 Accord47189 inNot rated5932

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →