Ford Ranger vs Nissan Frontier
The Ford Ranger is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Nissan Frontier. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Ranger | Nissan Frontier | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 286 | 699 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 1 | 9 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 61,000 miles | 85,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 26 | 19 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 286 complaints for the Ford Ranger and 699 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.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Ford Ranger, 1 for the Nissan Frontier.