Honda HR-V vs Kia Soul
The Kia Soul is more fuel-efficient at 31 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Honda HR-V. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda HR-V | Kia Soul | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 167 | 44 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 14 and 1 | 0 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 10,000 miles | 6,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 31 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 32 | 29 and 35 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,400 | $2,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 167 complaints for the Honda HR-V and 44 for the Kia Soul. 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, 4 stars for the Kia Soul.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Honda HR-V, 0 for the Kia Soul.