Chevrolet Tahoe vs Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Chevrolet Tahoe. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,050 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Tahoe | Honda CR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,533 | 1,163 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 32 and 34 | 47 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 79,000 miles | 80,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 12 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 20 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,533 complaints for the Chevrolet Tahoe and 1,163 for the Honda CR-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.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Chevrolet Tahoe, 12 for the Honda CR-V.