Honda HR-V vs Subaru Impreza
The Subaru Impreza is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Honda HR-V. 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 | Subaru Impreza | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 167 | 55 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 14 and 1 | 5 and 5 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 10,000 miles | 33,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 32 | 27 and 34 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,400 | $2,250 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 167 complaints for the Honda HR-V and 55 for the Subaru Impreza. 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 Subaru Impreza.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Honda HR-V, 2 for the Subaru Impreza.