Chevrolet C1500 vs Dodge Dakota
The Dodge Dakota is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Chevrolet C1500. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet C1500 | Dodge Dakota | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 43 | 161 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Transmission |
| Crashes and fires | 1 and 2 | 11 and 5 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 82,000 miles | 75,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 23 | 18 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,800 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 43 complaints for the Chevrolet C1500 and 161 for the Dodge Dakota. 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: 0 for the Chevrolet C1500, 4 for the Dodge Dakota.