Chevrolet Colorado vs Ford F-150
The Chevrolet Colorado is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Ford F-150. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Colorado | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 966 | 2,636 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 25 and 2 | 79 and 42 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 42,000 miles | 45,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 30 | 19 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,850 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 966 complaints for the Chevrolet Colorado and 2,636 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: 4 for the Chevrolet Colorado, 13 for the Ford F-150.