Chevrolet Blazer vs Dodge Durango
The Chevrolet Blazer is more fuel-efficient at 18 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Dodge Durango. At EPA assumptions that is about $750 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Blazer | Dodge Durango | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 885 | 1,471 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Suspension |
| Crashes and fires | 68 and 12 | 138 and 42 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 62,000 miles | 58,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 13 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 885 complaints for the Chevrolet Blazer and 1,471 for the Dodge Durango. 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: 4 for the Chevrolet Blazer, 2 for the Dodge Durango.