2018 Honda Accord
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.

- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe EX/EX-L Navi, 2dr Coupe EX-L V6, 4dr Sedan LX/Sport Manual, 4dr Sedan LX Cvt
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 192 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 47 combined · 47 city / 47 hwy
- Length
- 190.2–192.1 in
- Curb weight
- 3,104–3,534 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 6 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 47 MPG combined — 103% better than the average 2018 large car (23.1 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 192 hp, versus about 280 hp for similar 2018 models.
- Many owner complaints2,012 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 143 for similar models — most often about the engine.
- 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 22 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 Honda Accord is a large car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version 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 47 MPG combined (47 city / 47 highway), 103% better than the 2018 large car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $1,450 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2012 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2018
- Engines added: 1.5L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Engines dropped: 2.4L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl
- Lightest version 159 lb lighter
Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 Accord →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Marysville, Ohio
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2018 Accord configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe EX/EX-L Navi | 190.2 in | 72.8 in | 56.7 in | 107.1 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,263 lb | 61/39 |
| 2dr Coupe EX-L V6 | 190.2 in | 72.8 in | 56.7 in | 107.1 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,534 lb | 62/38 |
| 4dr Sedan LX/Sport Manual | 192.1 in | 75.2 in | 57.1 in | 111.4 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,104 lb | 61/39 |
| 4dr Sedan LX Cvt | 192.1 in | 75.2 in | 57.1 in | 111.4 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,159 lb | 61/39 |
| 4dr Sedan Sport 2.0 / Touring 2.0 Auto | 192.1 in | 75.2 in | 57.1 in | 111.4 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,378 lb | 61/39 |
| 4dr Sedan Sport 2.0 Manual | 192.1 in | 75.2 in | 57.1 in | 111.4 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,309 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Hybrid Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 47 / 47 / 47 | +103% | $1,450 | 187 |
| Accord | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 38 / 33 | +43% | $2,050 | 266 |
| Accord | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 35 / 31 | +34% | $2,150 | 282 |
| Accord | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 35 / 30 | +30% | $2,250 | 298 |
| Accord | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 34 / 27 | +17% | $2,500 | 330 |
| Accord 2.0T Sport/Touring | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | -4% | $2,600 | 345 |
| Accord | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | +13% | $2,600 | 344 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Honda Accord.
Similar 2018 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Honda Accord (this car) | 47 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2018 Toyota Corolla | 34 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2018 Toyota Camry | 52 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2018 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Subaru Impreza | 32 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2018 Chevrolet Malibu | 46 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2018 Volkswagen Passat | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
Recalls (6)
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.
Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly · Mar 9, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V158000 · 448,613 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
- Risk
- An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Dec 10, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V771000 · 737,233 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, and 2019-2020 Insight vehicles. A software error may cause intermittent or continuous disruptions in communication between the Body Control Module (BCM) and other components. This may result in malfunctions of various systems such as the windshield wipers and defroster, rearview camera, exterior lights, audible warning of a stopped vehicle, and power window operation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems" and number 111, "Rear Visibility" as well as FMVSS numbers 104, 108, 114, 118, and 305.
- Risk
- Various system malfunctions such as inoperative windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X95.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · May 28, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V314000 · 135,995 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Risk
- If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 13, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V629000 · 232,140 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Accord and 2019 Honda Insight vehicles. 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.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the display audio unit software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are K2G and V2F.
Not every 2018 Honda Accord is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2018 Honda Accord buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 584 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 323 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Electrical System — 310 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 9,600 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Honda Accord. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Accord years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 15 |
| 2025 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 120 |
| 2024 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 231 |
| 2023 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 9 | 231 |
| 2022 Accord | 47 | 192.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 315 |
| 2021 Accord | 48 | 192.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 293 |
| 2020 Accord | 48 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 6 | 404 |
| 2019 Accord | 48 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 6 | 792 |
| 2017 Accord | 48 | 190.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 584 |
| 2016 Accord | 30 | 190.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 611 |
| 2015 Accord | 47 | 189 in | Not rated | 6 | 638 |
| 2014 Accord | 47 | 189 in | Not rated | 5 | 932 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →