Ford Edge vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Ford Edge. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Edge | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,242 | 1,479 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 23 and 34 | 47 and 15 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 89,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 23 | 18 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,242 complaints for the Ford Edge and 1,479 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Edge, 5 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.