Dodge Durango vs Jeep Cherokee
The Jeep Cherokee is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Dodge Durango. At EPA assumptions that is about $650 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Durango | Jeep Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,032 | 3,977 |
| Most reported problem | Lighting | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 30 and 14 | 98 and 34 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 63,000 miles | 36,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 21 and 30 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $2,700 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,032 complaints for the Dodge Durango and 3,977 for the Jeep 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Dodge Durango, 4 stars for the Jeep Cherokee.
Safety recalls on file: 11 for the Dodge Durango, 13 for the Jeep Cherokee.