Chevrolet Bolt Euv vs Honda HR-V
The Chevrolet Bolt Euv is more fuel-efficient at 115 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Honda HR-V. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,750 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt Euv | Honda HR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 186 | 821 |
| Most reported problem | Forward collision avoidance | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 26 and 1 | 13 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 5,000 miles | 13,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 115 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 125 and 104 | 26 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $2,400 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 186 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt Euv and 821 for the Honda HR-V. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Bolt Euv, 5 stars for the Honda HR-V.
Safety recalls on file: 0 for the Chevrolet Bolt Euv, 3 for the Honda HR-V.