Honda CR-V vs Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is more fuel-efficient at 115 MPG combined, against 40 MPG for the Honda CR-V. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,050 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda CR-V | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 383 | 482 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 55 and 7 | 7 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 7,000 miles | 8,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 9 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 40 MPG | 115 MPG |
| City and highway | 43 and 36 | 131 and 100 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,700 | $650 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 383 complaints for the Honda CR-V and 482 for the Hyundai Ioniq 5. 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: 1 for the Honda CR-V, 9 for the Hyundai Ioniq 5.