Ford E-150 vs GMC Safari
The GMC Safari is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Ford E-150. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford E-150 | GMC Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 104 | 256 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 8 | 48 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 95,000 miles | 112,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 14 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 12 and 17 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,800 | $4,850 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 104 complaints for the Ford E-150 and 256 for the GMC Safari. 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 E-150, 3 for the GMC Safari.