Honda HR-V vs Nissan Murano
The Honda HR-V is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Nissan Murano. At EPA assumptions that is about $650 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda HR-V | Nissan Murano | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 115 | 64 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 9 and 2 | 2 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 38,000 miles | 8,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 20 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $2,900 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 115 complaints for the Honda HR-V and 64 for the Nissan Murano. 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 HR-V, 5 stars for the Nissan Murano.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Honda HR-V, 2 for the Nissan Murano.