Overview & Reviews

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.

• High quality all around, unexpected safety and luxury features, tight handling, spacious cabin, bargain price.

• A couple of odd design elements, drab styling.

User Reviews:

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  Quick Hatchback for the money! - 2006 Scion TC
  By Hondaman - March 19 - 6:46 am

  This is a nice 3 door car for the cash. The standard goodies are a really nice surprize for under $17,000. So far the gas mileage is better than the EPA estimate of of 22/29. Its more like 24/31, which is not bad for a 2.4 liter! The fit and finish are great for any car in this segment. Honda is all I have ever owned and now Im a Toyota believer! A test drive is the only way to see for yourself.

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  Not Feeling My tC - 2006 Scion TC
  By Mllipsey - January 28 - 3:40 am

  I have had this car from 77 miles to 57000 miles and I have been trying to get rid of it since 5000 miles. I must admit the car is fun to drive at times but compared to 75% of the other cars on the road its not much power under the hood. The only time I feel like its fast is when I am the only car on the road. The gas mileage stinks, I get 265 out of a full tank and the dealership tells me its because of "winter" gas in the winter and "summer" gas in the summer. The worst part is that loud whistling from the sunroof that toyota refuses to look at unless I pay them. Its time for me to move on.

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  Best in Small Car Its Class - 2006 Scion TC
  By O - January 21 - 11:56 pm

  Before I bought the \tC I researched and test drove the Civic, RSX, and Eclipse. The tC offers the most interior room and most back seat comfort by far. It doesn’t handle at all like a sports car, but the ride is smooth, its acceleration is peppy and its handling is accurate. I bought the iPod compatible radio which is fun, but the sound quality is greatly lacking. The seats are very comfortable for a small person and so far it has handled quite nicely in the snow!

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  Nice Car - 2006 Scion TC
  By Sheel Shah - January 18 - 5:26 pm

  Ive had this car for a year. Done about 13,000 miles on it. I enjoy driving it daily. I love the sunroof and the moonroof and the alloy wheels. The car looks great..

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  2006 Scion tC in NC - 2006 Scion TC
  By temo - January 12 - 1:13 pm

  the 2006 Scion tC has excellent handling, performance, and styling. I hadnt driven a stick shift for more than 25 years...so I was a little apprehensive about not getting the automatic. I am glad I did now...it is very quick and smooth now that I am back in the groove. I love the tried and true 4-cyl. engine. I have no mechanical complaints so far. I am getting 25.5 MPG with 90% city driving.

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  Mixed feelings on my tC - 2006 Scion TC
  By RichNYSME - November 16 - 8:33 pm

  I purchased my Scion tC to replace my 98 Nissan 200sx-ser which was a fabulous car. I love the exterior styling, handling, comfort, and overall feel of the car. My biggest dissapointment is in the build quality. Ive owned many Japanese cars over the years from Honda, Mazda, and Nissan without any problems; this is my first new Toyota purchase and I fully expected legendary Toyota quality on this car. I havent gotten it. The paint is very delicate, scratching very easily. Interior quality is fair at best, my drivers seat is showing a lot of wear, and the interior panels get scratched very easily. Im not rough on cars at all and this one is holding up badly at only 18 months old.

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  Worth every penny - 2006 Scion TC
  By luvcars32 - September 15 - 11:54 am

  Racked up 112,000 mile on my 06 tC, and never had 1 mechanical issue with it! I replaced the clutch after 80,000 miles, and thats it. Truth be told, this is a fun little car to drive and I beat on mine quite a bit. The reason for my review is, I was weary about Scion, because they were new. I bought it because its a Toyota. Since they had done away with their sporty cars, I took my chances on this. Im so glad I did. It was maintained with proper flushes, oil changes, tires and brakes, and never had gave me any mechanical issues.

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  Solid car - 2006 Scion TC
  By pakman7 - August 8 - 10:06 pm

  Ive had it for 5+ years and it was my 1st big purchase after college. Its been good but Ive had similar problems as some of the other posts written. Biggest problem was water pump going out at 67k, luckly it didnt heat and part was inexpensive. read trunk latch broke off, sunroof doesnt close all the way unless I hold down the wind blocker. Front seats dont go back to original position when accessing the back seat. Fun to drive tho and fairly roomy for a coupe, great on gas (avg 27 mpgs for me). The car also comes with good options in a standard package and has retained its value. Which is good cuz Im ready to move on from coupes, tired of 2 doors and poor vision in coupes.

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  A Trap! - 2006 Scion TC
  By esantiago1 - March 27 - 1:38 am

  I got my Scion last year and I was honestly pretty proud. However under all the hood theres a horrible secret that Toyota has been hiding. After 80,000 there is a serious coolant leak issue where the threads of the block weaken around the gaskets. Its caused by normal wear and tear and is a prominent scion issue that comes with a minimum $2,000-$3,000 dollar price tag! Toyota refuses to take any responsibility with the issue and refuses to recall Scions BUT they did do recalls on Camrys for the exact same issue... Its a shame that such a nice car has to come to such a disappointing end and Toyota simply ignores the problem.

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  Lovin it at age 40 - 2006 Scion TC
  By Paul - February 18 - 1:00 am

  Who says this is for the young generation? Im having fun driving this thing. Im usually the SUV type a guy but ever since the gas price started going up, I will be driving this baby spring thru fall! I feel like Im driving in a sports car. I get an avg of 25 mpg in mixed highway / city driving. Although, once broken in...it will be better on gas. I think this car will bring out the midlife crisis in me. Im already thinking of modifying it...uh oh! This car has a lot of torque. It will take time getting use to the 1st gear. It has a lot of wheel spin, but definitely stick with the manual tranny.