Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Nissan Rogue
The Nissan Rogue is more fuel-efficient at 33 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,000 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | Nissan Rogue | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 712 | 1,092 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 28 and 4 | 41 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 22,000 miles | 42,000 miles |
| Recalls | 21 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 33 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 26 | 30 and 37 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $2,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 712 complaints for the Jeep Grand Cherokee and 1,092 for the Nissan Rogue. 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: 21 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, 6 for the Nissan Rogue.