Ford Aerostar vs Toyota Previa
The Ford Aerostar is more fuel-efficient at 19 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Toyota Previa. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Aerostar | Toyota Previa | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 282 | 92 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 28 and 78 | 3 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 128,000 miles | 200,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 22 | 16 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 282 complaints for the Ford Aerostar and 92 for the Toyota Previa. 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 Ford Aerostar, 2 for the Toyota Previa.