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Dodge Caliber vs Scion xB

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Dodge logo

2012 Dodge Caliber

Scion logo

2015 Scion xB

Overview

SpecDodge CaliberSEScion xBBase
Selected trimSEBase
Body styleWagonWagon
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20122015

Pricing & market

SpecDodge CaliberSEScion xBBase
MSRP$17,380$17,120 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,795 (best)
Median listing price$12,795 (best)
Highest listing price$12,795 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge CaliberSEScion xBBase
Combined MPG27 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG32 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank13.6 gal14 gal (best)

Performance

SpecDodge CaliberSEScion xBBase
Horsepower158 hp158 hp
Torque141 lb-ft162 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge CaliberSEScion xBBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume47.4 cu ft69.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,940 lbs (best)3,027 lbs
Ground clearance7.7 in (best)
Wheelbase103.7 in (best)102.4 in
Length173.8 in (best)168.1 in
Width68.8 in69.3 in (best)
Height60.4 in63.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge CaliberSEScion xBBase
NHTSA overall3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)2 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole1 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)2

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge CaliberScion xB
1

SE

$17,380 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$17,120 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT Plus

$18,730 MSRP

Base

$18,070 MSRP

3

SXT

$18,765 MSRP

686 Parklan Edition

$19,685 MSRP

Live inventory

Dodge Caliber vs Scion xB FAQ

Which is better: 2012 Dodge Caliber or 2015 Scion xB?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Dodge Caliber vs 2015 Scion xB on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2012 Dodge Caliber or 2015 Scion xB?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Scion xB starts lower at $17,120. Live Scion xB listings start at $12,795.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Dodge Caliber or 2015 Scion xB?
The 2015 Scion xB leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,120).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Dodge Caliber or 2015 Scion xB?
The 2012 Dodge Caliber leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Dodge Caliber or 2015 Scion xB?
The 2012 Dodge Caliber leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2012 Dodge Caliber vs 2015 Scion xB?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Caliber (3/5 NHTSA overall).