Every engine, transmission, drivetrain and fuel economy combination the EPA certified for the 1998 Accord. 5 configurations listed, with city, highway and combined mpg, annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂ for each one.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | L/100km | Fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3L I6 | 4-speed automatic CLKUP | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | 11.2 | $3,200 | 423 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2.3L I4 | 4-speed automatic CLKUP | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | 10.7 | $3,050 | 404 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2.3L I4 | 4-speed automatic CLKUP | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | 10.2 | $2,900 | 386 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2.3L I4 | 5-speed manual | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | 9.8 | $2,800 | 370 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2.3L I4 | 5-speed manual | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | 9.8 | $2,800 | 370 | Regular Gasoline |
mpg figures are the EPA window-sticker values in US gallons. The L/100km column is the same figure converted for metric readers. CO₂ is tailpipe only and excludes fuel production.
| Engine 1 | 2.3L I4 (Regular Gasoline) |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 | 3L V6 (Regular Gasoline) |
| Engine technology | CLKUP, SOHC, SOHC V-6, SOHC-VTEC |
|---|
| Drivetrain | FWD |
|---|---|
| Vehicle class | Midsize Cars |
| Fuel types | Regular Gasoline |
| Best combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100km) |
|---|---|
| Worst combined | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100km) |
| Spread | 21–24 mpg combined across configurations |
| Annual fuel cost (best) | $2,800 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (best config) | 370 g/mile |
|---|---|
| Tailpipe CO₂ range | 370 – 423 g/mile across all configurations |
| 5-year fuel cost vs average new vehicle | $2,000 more |
Dimensions, curb weight, interior volume, oil capacity and torque specifications require official Honda documentation that we have not yet verified for this model year. They will be added once sourced.