Ford Escape vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Ford Escape is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Escape | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,397 | 1,771 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 96 and 147 | 98 and 23 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 89,000 miles | 74,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 25 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,397 complaints for the Ford Escape and 1,771 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: 8 for the Ford Escape, 10 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.