Chevrolet Trailblazer vs Ford Explorer
The Chevrolet Trailblazer and the Ford Explorer are rated the same on fuel economy: 16 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | Ford Explorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,160 | 1,369 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Body & structure |
| Crashes and fires | 84 and 24 | 70 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 73,000 miles | 74,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 20 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,160 complaints for the Chevrolet Trailblazer and 1,369 for the Ford Explorer. 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: 8 for the Chevrolet Trailblazer, 2 for the Ford Explorer.