Dodge Intrepid vs Ford Taurus
The Dodge Intrepid and the Ford Taurus are rated the same on fuel economy: 21 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Intrepid | Ford Taurus | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 919 | 1,597 |
| Most reported problem | Transmission | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 67 and 38 | 71 and 62 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 98,000 miles | 93,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 26 | 18 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 919 complaints for the Dodge Intrepid and 1,597 for the Ford Taurus. 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: 3 for the Dodge Intrepid, 5 for the Ford Taurus.