Ford Probe vs Pontiac Grand Prix
The Ford Probe is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Pontiac Grand Prix. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Probe | Pontiac Grand Prix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 378 | 249 |
| Most reported problem | Seat belts | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 11 and 7 | 17 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 110,000 miles | 90,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 28 | 19 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,800 | $3,050 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 378 complaints for the Ford Probe and 249 for the Pontiac Grand Prix. 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: 3 for the Ford Probe, 8 for the Pontiac Grand Prix.