Chevrolet Colorado vs Honda Ridgeline
The Chevrolet Colorado is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Honda Ridgeline. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Colorado | Honda Ridgeline | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 249 | 200 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 3 and 6 | 4 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 14,000 miles | 24,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 7 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 30 | 19 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,850 | $3,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 249 complaints for the Chevrolet Colorado and 200 for the Honda Ridgeline. 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: 4 stars for the Chevrolet Colorado, 5 stars for the Honda Ridgeline.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Chevrolet Colorado, 7 for the Honda Ridgeline.