Chevrolet Trailblazer vs Jeep Liberty
The Jeep Liberty is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Chevrolet Trailblazer. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | Jeep Liberty | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,573 | 2,330 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 152 and 52 | 220 and 29 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 63,000 miles | 82,000 miles |
| Recalls | 12 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 20 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,573 complaints for the Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2,330 for the Jeep Liberty. 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: 12 for the Chevrolet Trailblazer, 8 for the Jeep Liberty.