Chevrolet HHR vs Ford Escape
The Chevrolet HHR is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Ford Escape. At EPA assumptions that is about $200 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet HHR | Ford Escape | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 689 | 2,350 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 31 and 10 | 56 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 60,000 miles | 83,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 32 | 22 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 689 complaints for the Chevrolet HHR and 2,350 for the Ford Escape. 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: 4 for the Chevrolet HHR, 1 for the Ford Escape.