Honda Accord Hybrid vs Toyota Corolla
The Honda Accord Hybrid is more fuel-efficient at 48 MPG combined, against 35 MPG for the Toyota Corolla. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord Hybrid | Toyota Corolla | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 137 | 106 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 6 and 1 | 24 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 4,000 miles | 22,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 48 MPG | 35 MPG |
| City and highway | 51 and 44 | 32 and 41 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,400 | $1,900 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 137 complaints for the Honda Accord Hybrid and 106 for the Toyota Corolla. 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 Honda Accord Hybrid, 5 stars for the Toyota Corolla.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Honda Accord Hybrid, 2 for the Toyota Corolla.