Chevrolet Van vs GMC Safari
The GMC Safari is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Chevrolet Van. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Van | GMC Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 46 | 199 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 1 | 11 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 116,000 miles | 93,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 15 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 17 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,450 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 46 complaints for the Chevrolet Van and 199 for the GMC Safari. 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: 0 for the Chevrolet Van, 4 for the GMC Safari.