Dodge Durango vs Ford Escape
The Ford Escape is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Dodge Durango. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,900 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Durango | Ford Escape | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 964 | 1,389 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 82 and 25 | 109 and 93 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 55,000 miles | 81,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 14 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 12 and 17 | 21 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,800 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 964 complaints for the Dodge Durango and 1,389 for the Ford Escape. 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: 5 for the Dodge Durango, 13 for the Ford Escape.