Saab 9-5 vs Toyota Matrix
The Toyota Matrix is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Saab 9-5. At EPA assumptions that is about $650 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Saab 9-5 | Toyota Matrix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 30 | 175 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 1 and 3 | 26 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 47,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 27 | 25 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $2,400 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 30 complaints for the Saab 9-5 and 175 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: 2 for the Saab 9-5, 1 for the Toyota Matrix.