Pontiac Vibe vs Saab 9-2X
The Pontiac Vibe is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Saab 9-2X. At EPA assumptions that is about $600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Pontiac Vibe | Saab 9-2X | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 337 | 136 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 2 | 1 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 87,000 miles | 100,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 29 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 33 | 20 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,300 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 337 complaints for the Pontiac Vibe and 136 for the Saab 9-2X. 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: 5 for the Pontiac Vibe, 4 for the Saab 9-2X.