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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oldvet53s 9 scion xb - 2009 Scion XB
By oldvet53 - June 13 - 10:00 ami love this little car! it gets good mpg. and loves twisty back roads. i drive to the V.A. at Little Rock, Arkansas which is 100 miles away and usually spend about $20.00-$22.00 on the round trip. i am able to get 24 mpg. around town.
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My Great Escape - 2009 Scion XB
By My Great Escape - May 5 - 11:03 pmMy wife and I were visiting friends on Cape Cod this summer and they had a 2008 Scion XB. I dont remember the last time I was so impressed with a car. I told my wife I was going to buy one when we returned home and that is exactly what I did. Only have had it a month buy love it so far. Named it POOKIE. No idea why, just kind of fits.
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A Car For Any Age - 2009 Scion XB
By xFistsClenchedx - May 1 - 11:06 pmI love my xB! I have 800+ miles on my xB at the moment. Its quick, Im averaging around 27mpg, rides nicely and is comfortable. It really is a vehicle for everyone. Older/disabled folks will love that its easy to get in and out of and younger people will love how amazing xBs look lowered with different wheels/tires. I purchased the floor mats, sport steering wheel, upgraded pioneer head unit and rear bumper appliqué. The sound system is great for stock. Although its not recommended, some people do light towing with their xBs (such as one Waverunner or one ATV). Visibility is quite good. Windows are large and you have a great view of everything. The xB is very safe as well.
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Neat Ride - 2009 Scion XB
By Craig - April 28 - 9:33 pmBought this car for its looks and special features. It is a Absolutely Red, series 6 with upgraded floor mats, fog lights, bumper protector, Nav. system standard on this one. I was looking at an xd but really liked this special addition. So long story short I love it. Had to put some black and chrome wheels on it so I spent right at 20k for it. I get about 4 more miles to the gal. city/hwy than what was on the msrp. Quality is outstanding for the price and the Toyota quality control sure shows in this car. Only drive about 4500 miles a year but some day someone is going to get a great used car. Neat Ride
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Something different - 2009 Scion XB
By Ardie - April 23 - 1:26 amIve driven a Camry for the past 6 years; a nice but terribly boring car in every way. I was looking for something safe as my oldest just turned 16, and the Camry had no side airbags, ABS or traction control. The XB is fun to drive, very safe, better in the snow than the Camry, incredibly roomy, has a small turning radius, and a reasonably smooth ride. I drive 30 miles each way to work, and Im averaging 28 MPG at about 70 MPH. On long trips Ive exceeded 31 MPG. The car is a like a Tardis, small on the outside but huge on the inside. And Im very confident in the safety features for my new driver. I like having a car you dont see everywhere.
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xb pimping - 2009 Scion XB
By xb in nashville - April 11 - 8:33 ami have always liked the xbs but it wasnt until the new design, i actually thought about buying one. its fun to drive and it looks amazing, i did however buy one that had a few extras on it so that makes a little more inviting. so far i have had my xb for a week now and wonder why i didnt buy one sooner. love it
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Great car relative to competition - 2009 Scion XB
By Love my xB - March 7 - 2:10 amIve had this car for about a month now and Ive ran up about 1100 miles on it. Each time I take it out to drive I like it a little bit more and I loved it when I bought it. The xB isnt the fastest, sportiest, or most luxurious car Ive owned but its pretty fun to drive, it handles well, and it has a comfortable ride whether Ive been on road trips or just cruising around town. Its a nice balance in pretty much all fronts, which is surprising for a car this cheap. Also, the folks at Scion are a pleasure to deal with. Ive also noticed that a lot of people complain about the fuel economy of the xB but Ive found that Ive gotten between 28 to 33 mph, which isnt that bad.
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My New SCION - 2009 Scion XB
By Stephen Taylor - February 17 - 1:00 pmHaving put the first 1000 miles on my new SCION xB, I am very impressed with the power, drivability, and comfort. I am a big guy and I have plenty of leg and head room. The car itself seems much larger inside than one would expect. I am averaging 28.9 MPG so far, which I am very happy about as well. Overall, I could not be happier...
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LOVE IT! - 2009 Scion XB
By sandy c - December 5 - 2:50 pmI love this Car. I had a Focus and it drove terrible and only got about 27 mpg. I researched on Edmunds and saw all the good comments so I decided to try the XB because it is like a suv but better on mileage and had a standard transmission; I just like manual. It was everything I could have wanted, lots of airbags and my elderly father can get in and out easy.
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Great car. Dont hesitate! - 2009 Scion XB
By Joyce - November 18 - 7:06 amLOVE the 2008 Scion XB that we just purchased. GREAT to drive! Only thing not quite up to the vehicle par is the armrest which is rather funky. Other than that just the best car. Would HIGHLY recommend. FUN to drive..turns on a dime! My husband and I are actually fighting over it! He is a Porsche man and I have driven a BMW for 22 yrs. we both think it is a great car and feel it will be a no hassle vehicle. Great dealership...really took care of us without the pushiness. Got tired of the high maintenance vehicles and love that it takes regular gas, so far 27.5 mpg and enjoy the simplicity. Cant say enough good things about this car!
