Ford Edge vs Hyundai Tucson
The Hyundai Tucson is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Ford Edge. At EPA assumptions that is about $400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Edge | Hyundai Tucson | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,700 | 1,475 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 40 and 1 | 23 and 38 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 23,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 29 | 26 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,800 | $2,400 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,700 complaints for the Ford Edge and 1,475 for the Hyundai Tucson. 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Ford Edge, 5 stars for the Hyundai Tucson.
Safety recalls on file: 8 for the Ford Edge, 3 for the Hyundai Tucson.