Saab 9-2X vs Toyota Matrix
The Toyota Matrix 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
| Saab 9-2X | Toyota Matrix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 136 | 260 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 1 and 1 | 14 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 100,000 miles | 78,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 26 | 26 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $2,300 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 136 complaints for the Saab 9-2X and 260 for the Toyota Matrix. 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: 4 for the Saab 9-2X, 1 for the Toyota Matrix.