Dodge Journey vs Ford Escape
The Ford Escape is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Dodge Journey. At EPA assumptions that is about $400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Journey | Ford Escape | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,091 | 2,350 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 71 and 53 | 56 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 65,000 miles | 83,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 25 | 22 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $2,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,091 complaints for the Dodge Journey and 2,350 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 Journey, 1 for the Ford Escape.