Honda Ridgeline vs Toyota Tundra
The Honda Ridgeline is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Toyota Tundra. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Ridgeline | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 200 | 156 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 1 | 7 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 24,000 miles | 7,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 26 | 15 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 200 complaints for the Honda Ridgeline and 156 for the Toyota Tundra. 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 Ridgeline, 4 stars for the Toyota Tundra.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Honda Ridgeline, 8 for the Toyota Tundra.