Ford Bronco Sport vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Ford Bronco Sport is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. At EPA assumptions that is about $600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Bronco Sport | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,085 | 682 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 35 | 36 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 41,000 miles | 19,000 miles |
| Recalls | 16 | 12 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 28 | 19 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,085 complaints for the Ford Bronco Sport and 682 for the Jeep Grand 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: 5 stars for the Ford Bronco Sport, 5 stars for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Safety recalls on file: 16 for the Ford Bronco Sport, 12 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.