Chevrolet S10 vs Dodge Dakota
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Dodge Dakota. At EPA assumptions that is about $450 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Dodge Dakota | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 574 | 650 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Suspension |
| Crashes and fires | 72 and 9 | 49 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 82,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 18 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 574 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 650 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: 6 for the Chevrolet S10, 5 for the Dodge Dakota.