Dodge Intrepid vs Ford Thunderbird
The Dodge Intrepid is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Ford Thunderbird. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Intrepid | Ford Thunderbird | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 554 | 559 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 35 and 13 | 13 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 105,000 miles | 97,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 26 | 17 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 554 complaints for the Dodge Intrepid and 559 for the Ford Thunderbird. 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: 5 for the Dodge Intrepid, 3 for the Ford Thunderbird.