Ford E-150 vs GMC Savana
The GMC Savana is more fuel-efficient at 15 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Ford E-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford E-150 | GMC Savana | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 81 | 45 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 11 and 9 | 0 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 120,000 miles | 66,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 14 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 12 and 17 | 14 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,800 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 81 complaints for the Ford E-150 and 45 for the GMC Savana. 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, 2 for the GMC Savana.