Which is more reliable, Dodge or Ford?
In our inspections, Ford’s average condition stays above the “decent” threshold to around 127k miles, versus 104k for Dodge.
In our inspections, Ford’s average condition stays above the “decent” threshold to around 127k miles, versus 104k for Dodge.
Based on 76 Dodges and 580 Fords. “Decent” means a condition score of 55/100.
Head to head
| Dodge | Ford | |
|---|---|---|
| Cars inspected | 76 | 580 |
| Average condition | 55/100 | 59/100 |
| In good shape (60+/100) | 41% | 52% |
| Holds up to (avg dips below decent) | ~104k mi | ~127k mi |
| Repainted or replaced panel | 78% | 69% |
| Structural repair found | 5% | 4% |
| Fault codes recently cleared | 32% | 24% |
Green = the better number of the pair. Condition reflects the mix of cars that came to us — age, price, model — so treat small gaps as a tie.
How they score
How long do they stay good?
Good cars by mileage
▬ Dodge▬ Ford▬ all cars
Good cars by age
▬ Dodge▬ Ford▬ all cars
Share in good shape (scoring 60+/100) by mileage and by age when we inspected them (each dot ≥5 cars; a band under 20 cars follows the nearby bands, so a run above the all-cars line stays above it, and a band of 20 or more uses the rate we measured; where a band has too few cars, the line follows the trend between the bands on either side; rolled-back odometers excluded from the mileage curve). Dashed grey = all cars we check.
Most common faults
Oil leaks · Engine
58%
Tires condition & wear · Brakes and tires
50%
Active error codes · Electronic equipment
45%
Low coolant / cooling system issues · Engine
32%
Oil leaks · Automatic transmission
29%
Oil leaks · Engine
57%
Tires condition & wear · Brakes and tires
38%
Fuel trim out of range · Engine
31%
Active error codes · Electronic equipment
29%
Oil leaks · Drivetrain
21%
Trajectory by generation
Dodge
Not enough Dodges at the 5–10 year checkpoint yet to draw a generation trend.
Ford
▲ Newer Fords are holding up better
Share in good shape when inspected at the same age (5–10 years, age-adjusted), by model-year generation; dashed = all-brand average. All brands →
FAQ
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What are the most common problems with used Dodges and Fords?
On Dodges we flag oil leaks (58%), tires condition & wear (50%), active error codes (45%). On Fords: oil leaks (57%), tires condition & wear (38%), fuel trim out of range (31%).
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How many Dodge and Ford vehicles have you inspected?
76 Dodges and 580 Fords — 656 real pre-purchase inspections. Updated Nov 12, 2026.
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How long do Dodge and Ford stay in decent condition?
In our data, decent is a 55/100 score. The average Dodge dips below it around 104k mi; Ford around 127k mi. Individual cars vary — get the one you’re buying inspected.
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Based on 656 inspections · updated Nov 12, 2026
