Honda CR-Z reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Honda CR-Z is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 159 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 46 of 442, and 23.6% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is service brake performance (3.7% of tests).
Ranked 46 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 3,794 Honda CR-Zes aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 23.6% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Honda CR-Z is 37% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
23.6%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
7,300
Typical age at test: 13 years
Honda CR-Z MOT failure rate by age
Most common Honda CR-Z MOT faults
- Service brake performance: excessively binding3.7% of tests
- Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements2.8% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.4% of tests
- Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.0% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.8% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.3% of tests
What the Honda CR-Z fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 9.4% | About average |
| Suspension | 7.0% | ▼ 50% less often |
| Lights and electrics | 5.6% | ▼ 66% less often |
| Tyres | 4.8% | ▼ 34% less often |
| Visibility | 3.0% | ▼ 46% less often |
| Body and structure | 2.6% | ▼ 45% less often |
| Steering | 1.4% | ▼ 55% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 0.6% | ▼ 85% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.4% | ▼ 60% less often |
| Wheels | 0.2% | ▼ 64% less often |
What MPG does the Honda CR-Z do?
Official economy for the Honda CR-Z ranges from 54.3 to 56.5mpg across the 4 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2014). A typical petrol version manages 56.5mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Honda CR-Z?
Any Honda CR-Z first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Honda CR-Z registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £325 a year.
Work out tax for a specific carHonda CR-Z specs and running costs
Official figures for 4 versions sold in the UK between 2012 and 2014.
Fuel types
Hybrid, Petrol
Official economy
54.3–56.5 mpg
CO2
116–122 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-Z 1.5 IMA Sport, Sport-TManual · listed 2014 | Petrol | 56.5 mpg | 116g | £35 |
| CR-Z 1.5 IMA GT, GT-TManual · listed 2014 | Petrol | 54.3 mpg | 122g | £170 |
| CR-Z 1.5 IMA S, Sport, GTManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 56.5 mpg | 117g | £35 |
| CR-Z 1.5 IMA S Sport GTM6 · listed 2012 | Hybrid | 56.5 mpg | 117g | £35 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement.
What a Honda CR-Z costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 56.5mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Honda CR-Z reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Honda CR-Z is 37% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 159 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Honda CR-Z?
The most common MOT fault is “Service brake performance: excessively binding”, found in 3.7% of tests.
›What MPG does the Honda CR-Z do?
Official economy for the Honda CR-Z ranges from 54.3 to 56.5mpg across the 4 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2014). A typical petrol version manages 56.5mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Honda CR-Z?
Any Honda CR-Z first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Honda CR-Z registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £325 a year.
›How many Honda CR-Zes fail their MOT?
23.6% of Honda CR-Zes aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Honda CR-Z combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.