Chevrolet Colorado vs Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 70 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Chevrolet Colorado. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,950 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Colorado | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 195 | 265 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 2 | 33 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 5,000 miles | 10,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 11 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 70 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 24 | 78 and 63 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $1,100 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 195 complaints for the Chevrolet Colorado and 265 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, 11 for the Ford F-150.