Ford Bronco Sport vs Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y is more fuel-efficient at 129 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Ford Bronco Sport. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,000 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Bronco Sport | Tesla Model Y | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,085 | 2,051 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 35 | 177 and 14 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 41,000 miles | 3,000 miles |
| Recalls | 16 | 23 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 129 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 28 | 140 and 119 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $600 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,085 complaints for the Ford Bronco Sport and 2,051 for the Tesla Model Y. 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, 23 for the Tesla Model Y.