Honda CR-V vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Honda CR-V is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,900 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda CR-V | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,163 | 1,479 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 47 and 4 | 47 and 15 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 80,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 12 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 18 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,163 complaints for the Honda CR-V and 1,479 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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: 12 for the Honda CR-V, 5 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.