Ford Maverick vs Nissan Frontier
The Ford Maverick is more fuel-efficient at 37 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Nissan Frontier. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,550 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Maverick | Nissan Frontier | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 212 | 196 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 13 and 7 | 22 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 36,000 miles | 2,000 miles |
| Recalls | 28 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 37 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 42 and 33 | 18 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,800 | $3,350 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 212 complaints for the Ford Maverick and 196 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Ford Maverick, 4 stars for the Nissan Frontier.
Safety recalls on file: 28 for the Ford Maverick, 6 for the Nissan Frontier.