2006 Scion TC Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.64/5 Average
238 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The 2006 Scion tC receives a new three-spoke steering wheel with audio controls, and the Pioneer audio system has a new head unit design and remote mini-jack port for portable music sources. Newly available is integrated iPod connectivity, which delivers iPod display information and allows unit control through the audio system.

Pros:
  • High quality all around, unexpected safety and luxury features, tight handling, spacious cabin, bargain price.
Cons:
  • A couple of odd design elements, drab styling.

User Reviews:

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  • Affordable, Reliable and Sporty-Looking - 2006 Scion TC
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    has been a great car for me for the past 5 years. It has 75k on it and ive only changed the breaks & tires once. never had any pricey maintenance problems or any engine problems! my car has only had some weird fix-it-yourself issues like the windshield molding coming off (glued that back on), sunroof not closing (i tap it instead of pressing it down and it closes), drivers seat chair catching on track (used melted chapstick to fix), and the hatch release piece almost breaking off (bolted extra bolts in the interior to keep it on). But i cant express how RELIABLE and LOW COST this cars been. i wish it had a sportier suspension tho! also, looks like a teen car and im in my late 20s!

  • TC heaven - 2006 Scion TC
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    Great road handling small sport car. If you do not enjoy sport cars do not buy this car. Interior is small, only 2 doors and hard to get people in the back seat. This car is good for two people to drive around town. My doughter currently drives this car but she now is 22 and wants a small SUV. I might keep it for the weekend driving in SOCAL.

  • Cheap Stylish Ride - 2006 Scion TC
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    Ok here is the deal. I always wanted a fast sporty car, which this car is. However it is basically a toy. It is kind of like the old honda civics that were made to play with. Parts easily pop off and on for accessorizing, which is lots of fun. The trunk is poorly made, if you live in New England like I do, and it snows it is very difficult to lift the trunk, so you need to clean all the snow off before even trying. Sometimes the trunk ( with no snow on it ) closes by itself and hits you right in the head. The handle to the trunk pops right off and unless you have package tape it will dangle and eventually fall off. Tires are thin and dont last too long, head room, not good for tall people.

  • Excellent Car - 2006 Scion TC
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    The Scion tCis wonderful. I wouldnt trade it for anything in the price range of $20,000 dollars. Its the best car under twenty grand and it handles great.

  • very safe and fun car - 2006 Scion TC
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    I was in a head on collition in this car and EVERY safety feature worked! I walked away with just bumps and bruises. Nothing broken. The safety features and airbags SAVED MY LIFE!

  • al 06 - 2006 Scion TC
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    very pleased. fun to drive, love the handleing , the look,the sevice and the overall ride.

  • It Could Be a Whole Lot Better - 2006 Scion TC
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    Ive had my Scion tC for three months. It has good power and torque, but since its COLD where Im at the car shows its weakness. The rear of the car RATTLES like there is no tommorrow. Its like the hatch is NOT shut. Toyota tells me that is just the way it is built. I told them to buy it back then. Of course, they laughed but Im not!

  • 2006 Scion tC - 2006 Scion TC
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    I got my 2006 Scion tC about 3 months ago and couldnt be happier. I traded in a 2000 Mercury Mystique, called the poor mans BMW. Theres nothing out there in the entry level compact car. I researched the Mazda 3, Ford Focus, Nissan Sentra, and Honda Civic (no Korean cars, though), and the best bang for my buck was the tC. Did you know theyre monospec? It means there is only one base model, but... The base model comes with power windows both with one touch activation, panorama roof and moonroof, mp3 player, 160hp and 163 lb/ft torque, and best of all... Toyota reliability! Only complaint is the aft panel in the roof sometimes rattles on bad roads, but what do you expect from a $17,000 car?

  • Such a nice car for what it costs. - 2006 Scion TC
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    I have had my tC until last week when it got wrecked at a car wash. I was so sad to see my car getting totaled right in front of my eyes. Anyways, this car has been an awesome experience and gave me lots and lots of fun while driving it. It had good power and maintained a decent fuel effeciency. It also added in a lot of standard features which is impossible to be equipped at the price with any other makes. Finally, it looks great inside and out and hasnt caused a single problem for over two years. Toyota has done a hell of a job.

  • Awesome Car - 2006 Scion TC
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    The Scion tC is the best bang for the buck. It looks awesome and the interior is made from top quality materials. I love it and reccomend it to anyone. One more thing, I recommend the TRD exhaust, it sounds amazing.

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