Dodge Durango vs Ford Edge
The Ford Edge is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Dodge Durango. 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 Edge | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,188 | 2,541 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 29 and 85 | 28 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 67,000 miles | 56,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 23 | 18 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,188 complaints for the Dodge Durango and 2,541 for the Ford Edge. 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, 3 for the Ford Edge.