Chevrolet Cruze vs Honda Accord
The Chevrolet Cruze is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Honda Accord. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Cruze | Honda Accord | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,106 | 1,448 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 115 and 31 | 77 and 12 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 54,000 miles | 46,000 miles |
| Recalls | 10 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 32 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 44 | 26 and 35 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,000 | $2,250 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,106 complaints for the Chevrolet Cruze and 1,448 for the Honda Accord. 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 Cruze, 5 stars for the Honda Accord.
Safety recalls on file: 10 for the Chevrolet Cruze, 4 for the Honda Accord.