Ford Bronco Sport vs Jeep Wrangler
The Ford Bronco Sport is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Jeep Wrangler. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Bronco Sport | Jeep Wrangler | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,085 | 1,587 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 35 | 40 and 46 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 41,000 miles | 20,000 miles |
| Recalls | 16 | 15 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 28 | 22 and 29 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $3,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,085 complaints for the Ford Bronco Sport and 1,587 for the Jeep Wrangler. 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: 16 for the Ford Bronco Sport, 15 for the Jeep Wrangler.