Ford Escape vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Ford Escape is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 17 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) | 2,030 | 2,733 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 54 and 24 | 137 and 34 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 109,000 miles | 80,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 27 | 15 and 21 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,800 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,030 complaints for the Ford Escape and 2,733 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: 4 for the Ford Escape, 3 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.