Pontiac Vibe vs Scion XB
The Pontiac Vibe and the Scion XB are rated the same on fuel economy: 29 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Pontiac Vibe | Scion XB | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 337 | 122 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Body & structure |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 2 | 21 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 87,000 miles | 57,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 33 | 27 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,300 | $2,300 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 337 complaints for the Pontiac Vibe and 122 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: 5 for the Pontiac Vibe, 1 for the Scion XB.