Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Ford Mustang
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 118 MPG combined, against 84 MPG for the Ford Mustang. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Ford Mustang | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 97 | 67 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 6 and 0 | 6 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 3,000 miles | 5,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 118 MPG | 84 MPG |
| City and highway | 127 and 108 | 90 and 77 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $900 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 97 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 67 for the Ford Mustang. 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 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 5 stars for the Ford Mustang.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 6 for the Ford Mustang.