Dodge Durango vs Ford Escape
The Ford Escape is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Dodge Durango. At EPA assumptions that is about $750 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Durango | Ford Escape | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,032 | 2,679 |
| Most reported problem | Lighting | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 30 and 14 | 78 and 150 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 63,000 miles | 75,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 16 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 23 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $2,600 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,032 complaints for the Dodge Durango and 2,679 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Dodge Durango, 4 stars for the Ford Escape.
Safety recalls on file: 11 for the Dodge Durango, 16 for the Ford Escape.