Honda CR-V vs Hyundai Tucson
The Honda CR-V is more fuel-efficient at 40 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Hyundai Tucson. At EPA assumptions that is about $700 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda CR-V | Hyundai Tucson | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 383 | 471 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 55 and 7 | 60 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 7,000 miles | 7,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 40 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 43 and 36 | 25 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,700 | $2,400 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 383 complaints for the Honda CR-V and 471 for the Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Honda CR-V, 6 for the Hyundai Tucson.