Dodge Durango vs Ford Expedition
The Dodge Durango is more fuel-efficient at 15 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Ford Expedition. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Durango | Ford Expedition | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 3,172 | 1,137 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 153 and 36 | 64 and 95 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 69,000 miles | 99,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 15 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City and highway | 13 and 18 | 12 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,450 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 3,172 complaints for the Dodge Durango and 1,137 for the Ford Expedition. 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: 3 for the Dodge Durango, 5 for the Ford Expedition.