Honda HR-V vs Nissan Rogue Sport
The Honda HR-V is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Nissan Rogue Sport. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda HR-V | Nissan Rogue Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 82 | 38 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 9 and 0 | 5 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 36,000 miles | 83,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 26 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $2,400 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 82 complaints for the Honda HR-V and 38 for the Nissan Rogue Sport. 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 Rogue Sport.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Honda HR-V, 1 for the Nissan Rogue Sport.