Ford Edge vs Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Ford Edge. At EPA assumptions that is about $650 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Edge | Honda CR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,468 | 1,224 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 56 and 22 | 66 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 89,000 miles | 75,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 11 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 24 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,468 complaints for the Ford Edge and 1,224 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: 6 for the Ford Edge, 11 for the Honda CR-V.