Dodge Caliber vs Scion XB
The Dodge Caliber is more fuel-efficient at 27 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Scion XB. 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 | Scion XB | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 80 | 58 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 16 and 3 | 14 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 68,000 miles | 120,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 27 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 24 and 31 | 22 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,500 | $2,800 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 80 complaints for the Dodge Caliber and 58 for the Scion XB. 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: 1 for the Dodge Caliber, 3 for the Scion XB.