Chevrolet Trailblazer vs Jeep Commander
The Chevrolet Trailblazer and the Jeep Commander are rated the same on fuel economy: 16 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | Jeep Commander | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,441 | 2,342 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 44 and 83 | 112 and 18 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 71,000 miles | 78,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 20 | 14 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,441 complaints for the Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2,342 for the Jeep Commander. 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, 5 for the Jeep Commander.