Honda CR-V vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Honda CR-V is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda CR-V | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 3,054 | 1,224 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 69 and 2 | 76 and 15 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 11,000 miles | 19,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 22 and 30 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $3,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 3,054 complaints for the Honda CR-V and 1,224 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Honda CR-V, 4 stars for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Honda CR-V, 10 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.