Honda Civic vs Kia K5
The Honda Civic is more fuel-efficient at 36 MPG combined, against 32 MPG for the Kia K5. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Civic | Kia K5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,164 | 224 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 66 and 6 | 31 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 25,000 miles | 52,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 36 MPG | 32 MPG |
| City and highway | 33 and 42 | 29 and 38 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,850 | $2,100 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,164 complaints for the Honda Civic and 224 for the Kia K5. 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 Civic, 5 stars for the Kia K5.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Honda Civic, 5 for the Kia K5.