Ford Freestyle vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Ford Freestyle and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are rated the same on fuel economy: 20 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Freestyle | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,250 | 1,479 |
| Most reported problem | Cruise control | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 42 and 1 | 47 and 15 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 18 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,250 complaints for the Ford Freestyle and 1,479 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: 0 for the Ford Freestyle, 5 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.