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2021 Honda Accord Specs

The 2021 Accord sedan covered here comes with a 192 hp 1.5L turbo and CVT or a 252 hp 2.0L turbo with a 10-speed automatic. The 1.5T is EPA-rated at up to 33 mpg combined.

2 versions · 10th gen · Updated Sep 2026

Oil capacity
3.7–5.0 qt
by version ↓
Tire size
17–19″
by version ↓
MPG combined
26–33 mpg

Versions #versions

Compare versions #compare

1.5L Turbo 2.0L Turbo
Horsepower 192 hp 252 hp
Torque 192 lb-ft 273 lb-ft
Transmission CVT 10-speed automatic
Oil capacity 3.7 qt 5.0 qt
Tire size 225/50R17 235/40R19
MPG combined 33 mpg 26 mpg
Curb weight 3,150 lb 3,380 lb

Shared by all 2021 Accords #shared

Lug nut torque 80 lb-ft

Recalls #recalls

  • Seat weight sensor may cause unintended air bag deployment

    NHTSA 26V332000 · May 21, 2026 · Passenger seat weight sensor

    The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can make the air bags deploy unintentionally in a crash.

  • Passenger air bag may not be switched off

    NHTSA 24V064000 · Feb 1, 2024 · Passenger seat weight sensor

    The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, so the passenger air bag may not be suppressed when it should be.

  • Fuel pump may fail

    NHTSA 23V858000 · Dec 18, 2023 · Fuel pump

    The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

  • Child-seat locking mode may release

    NHTSA 21V900000 · Nov 18, 2021 · Rear center seat belt

    The automatic locking retractor on the second-row center seat belt may deactivate, leaving a child seat unsecured.

FAQ

What is the lug nut torque on a 2021 Honda Accord?

Honda specifies 80 lb-ft (108 N·m) for the wheel nuts.

How big is the gas tank on a 2021 Accord?

14.8 gallons.

Sources: 2021 Honda Accord Owner's Manual, 2021 Honda Accord Specifications & Features (Honda News), EPA fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA recalls. Updated Sep 2026.