Honda Civic vs Pontiac G6
The Honda Civic is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Pontiac G6. At EPA assumptions that is about $550 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Civic | Pontiac G6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,710 | 2,605 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 108 and 21 | 141 and 14 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 60,000 miles | 75,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 36 | 21 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $2,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,710 complaints for the Honda Civic and 2,605 for the Pontiac G6. 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: 13 for the Honda Civic, 6 for the Pontiac G6.