Chevrolet Cavalier vs Dodge Stratus
The Chevrolet Cavalier and the Dodge Stratus are rated the same on fuel economy: 26 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Cavalier | Dodge Stratus | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 748 | 776 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 73 and 10 | 39 and 40 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 64,000 miles | 90,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 33 | 22 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,600 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 748 complaints for the Chevrolet Cavalier and 776 for the Dodge Stratus. 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: 7 for the Chevrolet Cavalier, 7 for the Dodge Stratus.