Hyundai Tucson vs Jeep Wrangler
The Hyundai Tucson is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Jeep Wrangler. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,550 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Hyundai Tucson | Jeep Wrangler | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 606 | 704 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 47 and 6 | 33 and 17 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 27,000 miles | 19,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 15 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 29 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 33 | 22 and 29 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,300 | $3,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 606 complaints for the Hyundai Tucson and 704 for the Jeep Wrangler. 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: 3 for the Hyundai Tucson, 15 for the Jeep Wrangler.