| Year | Estimated annual maintenance cost |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | $210 |
| Year 2 | $270 |
| Year 3 | $360 |
| Year 4 | $460 |
| Year 5 | $620 |
| Year 6 | $540 |
| Year 7 | $580 |
| Year 8 | $620 |
| Year 9 | $660 |
| Year 10 | $720 |
| Year 11 | $770 |
| Year 12 | $840 |
At 15,000 miles a year and the U.S. average of $4.35 a gallon (EIA, week of Oct 5, 2026), a 2022 Honda Accord 1.5L (EPA 33 mpg combined) burns about $1,979 of gas a year - about $2,830 in California and $1,761 in Texas.
Maintenance + fuel per year: about $2,483 at the U.S. average gas price - this page's $504 average maintenance (years 1-10 of the cost table) plus $1,979 of gas.
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Fuel economy: EPA combined rating (fueleconomy.gov). Gas prices: EIA weekly retail regular gasoline, week of Oct 5, 2026; EIA prices nine states on their own, and every other state uses its EIA regional average. Today's price - no inflation over the years you own it.
| Generation | Engine | Annual cost | Reliability | Known issues | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Gen (2013-2017) | 2.4L K24 I4 / 3.5L J35 V6 (CVT or 6-spd) | $380-$520 | 5/5 | Very reliable - the K24 and J35 are proven engines; Early CVT (2013+) benefits from on-time HCF-2 fluid service; Minor infotainment quirks on Touring trims | Value and simplicity - the naturally aspirated engines have no oil-dilution concern |
| 10th Gen (2018-2022) | 1.5L L15 Turbo / 2.0L K20 Turbo / Hybrid | $400-$540 | 4/5 | 1.5T oil dilution in cold climates - change oil on time and watch the level; CVT fluid (HCF-2) is not a "lifetime" fill - Minder-driven, 25k under severe duty; 2.0T uses a 10-speed automatic (Honda ATF-Type 2.0); the 1.5T uses a CVT | The driver's pick - the 2.0T is strong; the hybrid is the low-cost choice |
| 11th Gen (2023-2026) | 1.5L L15 Turbo / 2.0L Hybrid | $400-$540 (early data) | 4/5 | 1.5T retains the cold-climate oil-dilution watch item; Hybrid simplifies the drivetrain and avoids the turbo concern; Too new for full long-term cost data | The hybrid - lowest running cost and no turbo oil-dilution worry |
| Service | DIY cost | Shop cost | Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oil Change (0W-20 synthetic) | $30-$55 | $70-$110 | Maintenance Minder (~7.5k-10k) |
| Honda Oil Filter | $8-$15 | incl. | Every oil change |
| Cabin Air Filter | $12-$25 | $40-$70 | Minder-driven; 15,000 mi under severe (high-soot urban) duty |
| Engine Air Filter | $18-$35 | $45-$75 | Minder-driven; 15,000 mi under severe (dusty) duty |
| CVT Fluid (HCF-2) | $40-$80 | $140-$260 | Minder-driven; 25,000 mi under severe duty |
| Spark Plugs | $40-$80 | $160-$320 | No fixed Honda mileage (Minder-driven); ~100,000 mi common in practice |
| Brake Pads (front) | $50-$90 | $170-$280 | Every 40,000-70,000 mi |
| Coolant Flush (Type 2 blue) | $25-$45 | $90-$160 | Minder-driven, no fixed mileage published |
| Battery (12V) | $140-$200 | $210-$300 | Every 4-6 years |
| Tires (set of 4) | $500-$900 | +install | Every 40,000-60,000 mi |