Honda HR-V vs Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 is more fuel-efficient at 117 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Honda HR-V. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda HR-V | Kia EV6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 161 | 432 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 16 and 2 | 25 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 10,000 miles | 12,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 117 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 34 | 134 and 101 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $650 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 161 complaints for the Honda HR-V and 432 for the Kia EV6. 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: 3 for the Honda HR-V, 4 for the Kia EV6.