Ford Freestyle vs Jeep Commander
The Ford Freestyle is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Jeep Commander. At EPA assumptions that is about $850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Freestyle | Jeep Commander | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,872 | 2,342 |
| Most reported problem | Cruise control | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 58 and 15 | 112 and 18 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 76,000 miles | 78,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 14 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,872 complaints for the Ford Freestyle and 2,342 for the Jeep Commander. 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: 1 for the Ford Freestyle, 5 for the Jeep Commander.