Ford E-150 vs GMC Savana
The Ford E-150 and the GMC Savana are rated the same on fuel economy: 15 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford E-150 | GMC Savana | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 81 | 39 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 1 | 0 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 89,000 miles | 63,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 15 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 13 and 18 | 13 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,450 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 81 complaints for the Ford E-150 and 39 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: 5 for the Ford E-150, 1 for the GMC Savana.