Chevrolet Blazer vs Ford Explorer
The Chevrolet Blazer and the Ford Explorer are rated the same on fuel economy: 18 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Blazer | Ford Explorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 885 | 1,203 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Tires |
| Crashes and fires | 68 and 12 | 115 and 84 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 62,000 miles | 78,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 9 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 16 and 21 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 885 complaints for the Chevrolet Blazer and 1,203 for the Ford Explorer. 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, 9 for the Ford Explorer.