Chevrolet Tahoe vs Isuzu Rodeo
The Isuzu Rodeo is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Chevrolet Tahoe. At EPA assumptions that is about $3,050 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Tahoe | Isuzu Rodeo | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 677 | 735 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 53 and 12 | 94 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 94,000 miles | 74,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 15 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 13 and 17 | 18 and 22 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $6,400 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 677 complaints for the Chevrolet Tahoe and 735 for the Isuzu Rodeo. 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 Tahoe, 3 for the Isuzu Rodeo.