Dodge Caliber vs Nissan Juke
The Nissan Juke is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Dodge Caliber. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Caliber | Nissan Juke | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 80 | 109 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 16 and 3 | 4 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 68,000 miles | 63,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 27 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 24 and 31 | 27 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,500 | $2,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 80 complaints for the Dodge Caliber and 109 for the Nissan Juke. 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 3 stars for the Dodge Caliber, 4 stars for the Nissan Juke.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Dodge Caliber, 4 for the Nissan Juke.