Toyota Matrix vs Volvo V70
The Toyota Matrix is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Volvo V70. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Toyota Matrix | Volvo V70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 175 | 120 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 26 and 3 | 4 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 85,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 33 | 19 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,400 | $3,750 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 175 complaints for the Toyota Matrix and 120 for the Volvo V70. 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 Toyota Matrix, 5 for the Volvo V70.