Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Toyota RAV4
The Toyota RAV4 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,900 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | Toyota RAV4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,479 | 1,241 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 47 and 15 | 72 and 56 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 65,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 14 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 23 | 21 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,800 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,479 complaints for the Jeep Grand Cherokee and 1,241 for the Toyota RAV4. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 14 for the Toyota RAV4.