Scion XB vs Toyota Matrix
The Scion XB and the Toyota Matrix are rated the same on fuel economy: 29 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Scion XB | Toyota Matrix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 122 | 260 |
| Most reported problem | Body & structure | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 21 and 2 | 14 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 57,000 miles | 78,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 32 | 26 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,300 | $2,300 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 122 complaints for the Scion XB 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: 1 for the Scion XB, 1 for the Toyota Matrix.