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1985 Honda Accord

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1985 Honda Accord is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
1985 Honda Accord
Exterior (Front)
Photo: Kevauto (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement1.8 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
City20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
Highway24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.

  • 92V028000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

    IF THE PLASTIC COATING OF THE FUEL FILLER AND/OR BREATHER PIPE IS DAMAGED, SALT WATER MAY ACCUMULATE BETWEEN THE PLASTIC COATING AND THE STEEL PIPES, AND THE ACCUMULATION COULD CAUSE CORROSSION WHICH WOULD EVENTUALLY RUST THROUGH THE AFFECTED PIPES, ALLOWING GASOLINE FUMES AND FUEL TO LEAK.

    Remedy: CORRODED FILLER OR BREATHER PIPES WILL BE CLEANED AND RECOATED OR REPLACED AS NEEDED.

    Reported March 3, 1992. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 24, 2026

Data verified: October 24, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 1986 Honda Accord

    2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
    26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

  • 1984 Honda Accord

    Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model)
    28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1985 Honda Accord have?

Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1985 Honda Accord?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1985 Honda Accord front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1985 Honda Accord?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.