Honda CR-V vs Toyota RAV4
The Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 are rated the same on fuel economy: 30 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda CR-V | Toyota RAV4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,581 | 1,191 |
| Most reported problem | Forward collision avoidance | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 56 and 2 | 40 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 10,000 miles | 4,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 7 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 26 and 35 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,581 complaints for the Honda CR-V and 1,191 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Honda CR-V, 5 stars for the Toyota RAV4.
Safety recalls on file: 8 for the Honda CR-V, 7 for the Toyota RAV4.