Chevrolet Colorado vs Ram 1500
The Chevrolet Colorado is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Ram 1500. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Colorado | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 249 | 926 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 3 and 6 | 34 and 12 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 14,000 miles | 30,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 15 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 30 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,850 | $4,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 249 complaints for the Chevrolet Colorado and 926 for the Ram 1500. 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: 4 stars for the Chevrolet Colorado, 4 stars for the Ram 1500.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Chevrolet Colorado, 15 for the Ram 1500.