Chevrolet Cruze vs Dodge Charger
The Chevrolet Cruze is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Dodge Charger. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Cruze | Dodge Charger | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,116 | 1,043 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 67 and 30 | 38 and 90 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 57,000 miles | 58,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 11 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 32 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 40 | 18 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,100 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,116 complaints for the Chevrolet Cruze and 1,043 for the Dodge Charger. 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: 7 for the Chevrolet Cruze, 11 for the Dodge Charger.