Ford Freestyle vs Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Ford Freestyle. At EPA assumptions that is about $450 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Freestyle | Honda CR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,250 | 1,163 |
| Most reported problem | Cruise control | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 42 and 1 | 47 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 80,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 12 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,250 complaints for the Ford Freestyle 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: 0 for the Ford Freestyle, 12 for the Honda CR-V.