Ford F-150 vs Jeep Gladiator
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Jeep Gladiator. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Jeep Gladiator | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 929 | 638 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 6 | 16 and 12 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 34,000 miles | 4,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 7 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 29 | 17 and 22 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,000 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 929 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 638 for the Jeep Gladiator. 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: 11 for the Ford F-150, 7 for the Jeep Gladiator.