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Pontiac Vibe vs Scion xB

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

Vehicles

Pontiac logo

2010 Pontiac Vibe

Scion logo

2015 Scion xB

Overview

SpecPontiac VibeBaseScion xBBase
Selected trimBaseBase
Body styleHatchbackWagon
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102015

Pricing & market

SpecPontiac VibeBaseScion xBBase
MSRP$16,100 (best)$17,120
Lowest listing price$5,990 (best)$12,795
Median listing price$5,990 (best)$12,795
Highest listing price$5,990 (best)$12,795
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Fuel economy & range

SpecPontiac VibeBaseScion xBBase
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG26 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG32 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank13 gal14 gal (best)

Performance

SpecPontiac VibeBaseScion xBBase
Horsepower132 hp158 hp (best)
Torque128 lb-ft162 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.8 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecPontiac VibeBaseScion xBBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume49.4 cu ft69.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,856 lbs (best)3,027 lbs
Ground clearance5.8 in (best)
Wheelbase102.4 in102.4 in
Length171.1 in (best)168.1 in
Width69.5 in (best)69.3 in
Height61 in63.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecPontiac VibeBaseScion xBBase
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)82 (best)

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.

TrimPontiac VibeScion xB
1

Base

$16,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$17,120 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$17,445 MSRP

Base

$18,070 MSRP

3

Base

$20,275 MSRP

686 Parklan Edition

$19,685 MSRP

4

GT

$20,875 MSRP

Live inventory

Pontiac Vibe vs Scion xB FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Pontiac Vibe or 2015 Scion xB?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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: 2010 Pontiac Vibe or 2015 Scion xB?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Pontiac Vibe starts lower at $16,100. Live Pontiac Vibe listings start at $5,990. Live Scion xB listings start at $12,795.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Pontiac Vibe or 2015 Scion xB?
The 2010 Pontiac Vibe leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Pontiac Vibe or 2015 Scion xB?
The 2010 Pontiac Vibe leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Pontiac Vibe or 2015 Scion xB?
The 2010 Pontiac Vibe leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).