Dodge Caliber vs Pontiac Vibe
The Pontiac Vibe is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Dodge Caliber. At EPA assumptions that is about $200 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Caliber | Pontiac Vibe | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 246 | 67 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 16 and 5 | 9 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 78,000 miles | 48,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 31 | 26 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,400 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 246 complaints for the Dodge Caliber and 67 for the Pontiac Vibe. 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: 2 for the Dodge Caliber, 8 for the Pontiac Vibe.