Dodge Caliber vs Toyota Matrix
The Toyota Matrix is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Dodge Caliber. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Caliber | Toyota Matrix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,396 | 109 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 73 and 28 | 16 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 85,000 miles | 45,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 24 and 29 | 26 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,300 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,396 complaints for the Dodge Caliber and 109 for the Toyota Matrix. 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: 4 for the Dodge Caliber, 2 for the Toyota Matrix.