Chevrolet Colorado vs Ford F-150
The Chevrolet Colorado is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Colorado | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 87 | 400 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Cruise control |
| Crashes and fires | 1 and 6 | 34 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 58,000 miles | 54,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 24 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 87 complaints for the Chevrolet Colorado and 400 for the Ford F-150. 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: 3 for the Chevrolet Colorado, 2 for the Ford F-150.