Honda Fit vs Scion XB
The Honda Fit is more fuel-efficient at 31 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Scion XB. At EPA assumptions that is about $650 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Fit | Scion XB | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 130 | 58 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 9 and 0 | 14 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 47,000 miles | 120,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 31 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 28 and 35 | 22 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,150 | $2,800 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 130 complaints for the Honda Fit 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: 11 for the Honda Fit, 3 for the Scion XB.