Honda HR-V vs Kia Niro
The Kia Niro is more fuel-efficient at 50 MPG combined, against 31 MPG for the Honda HR-V. At EPA assumptions that is about $800 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda HR-V | Kia Niro | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 171 | 124 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 21 and 0 | 4 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 19,000 miles | 44,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 31 MPG | 50 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 52 and 49 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,150 | $1,350 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 171 complaints for the Honda HR-V and 124 for the Kia Niro. 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: 0 for the Honda HR-V, 4 for the Kia Niro.