Chevrolet S10 vs Dodge Dakota
The Chevrolet S10 and the Dodge Dakota are rated the same on fuel economy: 22 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Dodge Dakota | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 276 | 159 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 40 and 12 | 15 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 131,000 miles | 80,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 25 | 19 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $3,050 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 276 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 159 for the Dodge Dakota. 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: 3 for the Chevrolet S10, 1 for the Dodge Dakota.