Ford Fusion vs Toyota Corolla
The Toyota Corolla is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Ford Fusion. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Fusion | Toyota Corolla | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 7,032 | 1,582 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 174 and 16 | 217 and 16 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 67,000 miles | 6,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 17 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 27 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 34 | 26 and 35 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,500 | $2,250 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 7,032 complaints for the Ford Fusion and 1,582 for the Toyota Corolla. 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 Fusion, 17 for the Toyota Corolla.