Honda Fit vs Toyota Prius V
The Toyota Prius V is more fuel-efficient at 41 MPG combined, against 31 MPG for the Honda Fit. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Fit | Toyota Prius V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 215 | 168 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 24 and 6 | 12 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 30,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 10 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 31 MPG | 41 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 35 | 43 and 39 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,150 | $1,650 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 215 complaints for the Honda Fit and 168 for the Toyota Prius V. 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: 4 stars for the Honda Fit, 5 stars for the Toyota Prius V.
Safety recalls on file: 10 for the Honda Fit, 2 for the Toyota Prius V.