Honda CR-V vs Toyota RAV4
The Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 are rated the same on fuel economy: 23 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda CR-V | Toyota RAV4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,163 | 1,241 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 47 and 4 | 72 and 56 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 80,000 miles | 65,000 miles |
| Recalls | 12 | 14 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 21 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,163 complaints for the Honda CR-V and 1,241 for the Toyota RAV4. 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, 14 for the Toyota RAV4.