Chevrolet Equinox vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Chevrolet Equinox is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. At EPA assumptions that is about $950 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Equinox | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 947 | 2,336 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 22 and 8 | 72 and 145 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 80,000 miles | 65,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 31 | 17 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $3,550 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 947 complaints for the Chevrolet Equinox and 2,336 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Equinox, 4 stars for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Chevrolet Equinox, 10 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.