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2013 Honda Accord MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2013 Honda Accord MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2013 Honda Accord reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2013 Honda Accord MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 21 to 30 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 26 mpg | 34 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,100 | 307 g/mi |
| 2.4L 4-cylinderManual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 24 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 327 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 21 mpg | 33 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,450 | 353 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 21 mpg | 31 mpg | 24 mpg | $2,550 | 365 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderManual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 18 mpg | 28 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 414 g/mi |
| 2.4L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 26 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,050 | 300 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2013 Honda Accord annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.4L 4-cylinder, Automatic (AV-S7), Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2013 Honda Accord recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 5 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · 17V418000
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.
Remedy: 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · 13V297000
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Accord vehicles that are Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV) II rated that were manufactured January 15, 2013, through April 5, 2013. The fuel tank neck may be out of specification causing the fuel pump to not properly seal to the fuel tank.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, nut and O-ring gasket free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Honda's recall number is JA9. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · 20V769000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts were assembled with a lubricant that may have degraded the drive shafts' protective coating, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing both the left and right drive shafts, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 23V858000
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.
Remedy: 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.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · 25V422000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Honda Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission. The affected vehicles were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The driveshaft may corrode and break, due to damage from road salt or other contaminants.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OM2. This recall expands previous recall number 20V769.
2013 Honda Accord NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Honda Accord 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 2013 Honda Accord 2 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2013 Honda Accord gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 21 to 30 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Accord?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2013 Honda Accord have recalls?
NHTSA returned 5 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated