Dodge Durango vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Dodge Durango and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are rated the same on fuel economy: 16 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Durango | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,421 | 1,573 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 65 and 96 | 149 and 33 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 93,000 miles | 64,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 19 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,421 complaints for the Dodge Durango and 1,573 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Dodge Durango, 8 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.