Honda CR-V vs Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 is more fuel-efficient at 107 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Honda CR-V. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,550 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda CR-V | Volkswagen ID.4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 661 | 861 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 34 and 3 | 135 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 8,000 miles | 11,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 15 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 107 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 115 and 99 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $700 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 661 complaints for the Honda CR-V and 861 for the Volkswagen ID.4. 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 Volkswagen ID.4.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Honda CR-V, 15 for the Volkswagen ID.4.