Overview & Reviews

After a full redesign last year, the Scion xB is unchanged for 2009.

• Peppy four-cylinder engine, roomy interior, funky styling, numerous available add-ons.

• Distracting center-mounted gauges, so-so fuel economy, steering wheel needs telescope function, plasticky interior.

User Reviews:

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  Highly recommended - 2009 Scion XB
  By PeterUK - May 10 - 9:10 am

  My Black xB2 was amongst the first available in CA. It came with Alloy wheels, illuminated Door Sills and upgraded iPod stereo. I test drove it and fell in love with it. Its easy to live with, has been totally reliable, not even a rattle or squeak and has never needed to go back to the Dealer for anything!! I am a Cyclist and the xB will carry two full-size Roadbikes along with all the Gear. My Daughter and I took it on a 1,000 mile roadtrip to SF and back with 2 Bikes and all our luggage. 80+ mph all the way and it flies up and down the Hills of SF! The xB also carries 4 Adults comfortably, everyone compliments it on how much Legroom there is in the rear.

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  I would buy another one! - 2009 Scion XB
  By Dr. Bones - March 24 - 6:06 am

  I purchased a Release Series 6.0 and was glad I did. Only 2,500 of these were produced. This model comes with a Pioneer DVD Navigation system, interior LED accent lighting (can choose from four colors), a custom all-black grille, and a few other minor tweaks. It has been a great vehicle so far and I enjoy driving it every day that I am on the road. It is incredibly quiet, accelerates nicely, and handles beautifully. It has been such a good vehicle for my family, that I am thinking about getting my wife one very soon.

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  I CALL HIM "MR" XB - 2009 Scion XB
  By MR XB - February 24 - 11:23 pm

  I purchased my white XB with 19 miles on it. I added (dealer installed) a moonroof, scion security and lo-jack, fog lights, cargo cover. From the outside it looks so small, but it is huge on the inside. I love the performance and sometimes fool around with the semi-manual shift for fun. I am very glad not to see a XB every where I turn. The biggest selling point for me was the safety features you get for the low price.

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  fun driving mini box - 2009 Scion XB
  By john - February 15 - 7:50 am

  I traded in my 2000 GMC Yukon XL (210,000 mileage) for this BOX. It was a Great car to drive and I do not miss my yukon XL at all. My family loves it too.

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  very happy - 2009 Scion XB
  By lleum98 - December 27 - 2:33 pm

  Ive owned my XB since August. Im very pleased with it. Mileage is OK, I avg. about 27 mpg overall. Surprisingly quiet with a decent ride for its size. It also has alot of zip and cruises fully loaded at freeway speeds with no problem. Im a good sized guy and there is plenty of room, and it is very easy to get in and out of both front and back seats. Tons of head room.

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  Happy - 2009 Scion XB
  By Happy - November 29 - 2:00 am

  Ok so I owned a 2004 scion Xb and I bought it when it was brand new. It had 130,000 miles on it. Never had a problem not one with any part of the car. Earlier this year I got into an accident and my car was totaled. I decided to go with what I know and love. The Xb is a reliable car, great on gas, roomy. I know every one complains about the arm rest but after owning the original Im ecstatic to have one at all. I would recommend this car to anyone.

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  THIS IS THE CAR TO OWN! - 2009 Scion XB
  By thepkusa - November 26 - 11:33 am

  I had a 2006 Scion xB - loved it! But wanted more comfort, so got the 2009. Feels and drives like a Camry, with all the amenities of a small SUV. Absolutely LOVE it - would buy another one in a heartbeat!

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  2nd Scion XB, Love em! - 2009 Scion XB
  By Seattlescottb - October 6 - 7:30 pm

  I bought my Son-in-law an XB 18 months ago, and when we got back to Seattle decided to buy myself one. I was looking at the Honda CRV, but at 10K more I just couldnt justify the cost. Granted the CRV is a more plush car, functionally they are very similar. I wish the XB had an extra 12v outlet, but other than that its exceeded my expectations. After 1 week of driving we are averaging 25.7mpg, MUCH better than I expected. I didnt get many of the extras (unlike my Son-in-Laws car) but I did get the rear cargo deck. Only one other thing Id be critical of is the Pioneer Radio. It has an SSR feature that I cant quite get right? Anyway, overall a wonderful, cost effective car.

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  Not great but a good compromise - 2009 Scion XB
  By Ron - September 20 - 7:03 pm

  I just finished reading a review about the Soul,Cube, and the XB. Scion is head over shoulders over the competition. I love the comfort, unlike Honda’s board covered up with fabric, when you sit on a Scion you feel like you’re on your lazyboy at home not as though you’re in some Chinese torture camp bench. Safety was a must for me, side curtain airbags, dual airbags, ABS, VSC, 4 wheel disk brakes, etc. I also love how everything is included in the pricing, none of this “oh you wanted a steering wheel? Well that’s extra” crap. This thing is loaded. Gas mileage. The 4 speed automatic transmission has got to go and be replaced with a 5 speed. This is key for MPG. As it stands now the gas mileag

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  A whole lotta car for the bucks... - 2009 Scion XB
  By Great family car! - August 10 - 12:23 am

  Owned this little dickens nearly 2 weeks..We love it!Mpg is around 24-26 in a 50-50 mix..It likes to scoot. We love the deep burgundy color. Hope to add wheels and spoiler at a later date.Traded a Highlander with 135,000 miles. Hope the Scion is nearly as good to us..This is affordable and fun..Give it a shot! Big Camry motor.