Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Honda HR-V
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 118 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Honda HR-V. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Honda HR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 97 | 82 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 6 and 0 | 9 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 3,000 miles | 36,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 118 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 127 and 108 | 28 and 34 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $2,250 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 97 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 82 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 EV, 5 stars for the Honda HR-V.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 4 for the Honda HR-V.