Chevrolet Lumina vs Ford Probe
The Ford Probe is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Chevrolet Lumina. At EPA assumptions that is about $400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Lumina | Ford Probe | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 615 | 378 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Seat belts |
| Crashes and fires | 38 and 9 | 11 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 127,000 miles | 110,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 21 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $2,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 615 complaints for the Chevrolet Lumina and 378 for the Ford Probe. 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 Chevrolet Lumina, 3 for the Ford Probe.