Honda Pilot vs Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y is more fuel-efficient at 129 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Honda Pilot. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Pilot | Tesla Model Y | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 762 | 2,051 |
| Most reported problem | Forward collision avoidance | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 27 and 4 | 177 and 14 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 32,000 miles | 3,000 miles |
| Recalls | 10 | 23 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 129 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 140 and 119 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $600 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 762 complaints for the Honda Pilot and 2,051 for the Tesla Model Y. 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: 10 for the Honda Pilot, 23 for the Tesla Model Y.