Honda Ridgeline vs Jeep Gladiator
The Jeep Gladiator is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Honda Ridgeline. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Ridgeline | Jeep Gladiator | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 151 | 456 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 0 | 15 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 21,000 miles | 20,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 24 | 22 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $4,000 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 151 complaints for the Honda Ridgeline and 456 for the Jeep Gladiator. 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: 7 for the Honda Ridgeline, 8 for the Jeep Gladiator.