Chevrolet Express vs Ford E-150
The Chevrolet Express is more fuel-efficient at 15 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Ford E-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Express | Ford E-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 82 | 115 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 1 and 2 | 15 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 71,000 miles | 99,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 15 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City and highway | 13 and 18 | 12 and 16 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,450 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 82 complaints for the Chevrolet Express and 115 for the Ford E-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: 1 for the Chevrolet Express, 6 for the Ford E-150.