Dodge Durango vs Ford Escape
The Ford Escape is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Dodge Durango. At EPA assumptions that is about $850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Durango | Ford Escape | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,188 | 1,881 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 29 and 85 | 51 and 12 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 67,000 miles | 52,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 23 | 23 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $2,700 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,188 complaints for the Dodge Durango and 1,881 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: 8 for the Dodge Durango, 2 for the Ford Escape.