Chevrolet Colorado vs Ford Ranger
The Chevrolet Colorado and the Ford Ranger are rated the same on fuel economy: 22 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Colorado | Ford Ranger | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 195 | 148 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 2 | 3 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 5,000 miles | 4,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 24 | 21 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $3,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 195 complaints for the Chevrolet Colorado and 148 for the Ford Ranger. 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, 13 for the Ford Ranger.