Scion XB vs Toyota Prius V
The Toyota Prius V is more fuel-efficient at 41 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Scion XB. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Scion XB | Toyota Prius V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 58 | 292 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 14 and 4 | 32 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 120,000 miles | 72,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 41 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 27 | 43 and 39 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,800 | $1,650 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 58 complaints for the Scion XB and 292 for the Toyota Prius V. 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: 3 for the Scion XB, 3 for the Toyota Prius V.