Chevrolet Cruze vs Ford Fusion
The Chevrolet Cruze is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Ford Fusion. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Cruze | Ford Fusion | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,354 | 3,061 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 104 and 26 | 165 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 55,000 miles | 72,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 32 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 40 | 23 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,100 | $2,600 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,354 complaints for the Chevrolet Cruze and 3,061 for the Ford Fusion. 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: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Cruze, 4 stars for the Ford Fusion.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Chevrolet Cruze, 5 for the Ford Fusion.