Ford F-150 vs Nissan Frontier
The Nissan Frontier is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,000 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Nissan Frontier | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 625 | 699 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 51 and 16 | 9 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 60,000 miles | 85,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 19 | 19 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 625 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 699 for the Nissan Frontier. 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: 2 for the Ford F-150, 1 for the Nissan Frontier.