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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  All around comfort and reliability - 2009 Scion XB
  By metallicatruck - December 2 - 5:56 am

  I have had the car for just less than a week and I am already extremely pleased with its performance. The car has a great little "pick up and go" style to it. Plenty of room on the inside and easy access for the disabled/elderly. Great car for the price.

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  Wow! (I say it louder!) - 2009 Scion XB
  By jc - October 18 - 1:43 pm

  Im 64" and this is a perfect car for me. Ive been a big truck person, but I have less need for that size vehicle. I really enjoy this feisty little wagon. I have back problems, but the cars seats fit me perfectly and I can drive hundreds of miles with no pain. It is no sports car, but it is sporty and fun to drive. I have music gear I haul around frequently, so its a great "gigging" car. My two kids dig it as well. I like the automatic, it shifts just when I think it should and compliments the torquey 2.4 L well. The sound system is decent too, supporting 3 digital music formats on CD, plus a cool iPod interface. For the money, its hard to beat. Toyota did good with this car.

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  Scion xB 2009 - 2009 Scion XB
  By sbs56 - October 2 - 12:43 am

  Very pleased with my xB - averaging 28+ mpg - 50/50 around town & highway driving (what is "so-so" about that?) - Im sure it will average 30+ mpg on a long (highway) trip. Practical and fun to drive - 2.4L has plenty of pep. Interior is sparse but functional. I like the 2008+ body style - I receive a lot of compliments and there is plenty of room inside. I dont find the center mount gauges distracting and the steering wheel position is just fine. I find it interesting that "professional" reviewers generally knock the car yet actual owners love it.

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  fun but not comfortable - 2009 Scion XB
  By waw - May 27 - 9:56 am

  This is by far the most uncomfortable car I have ever driven. The seat bottom is short and offers little support. The steering wheel is too far away. The armrest is too low and the sill is too high. My knee hits the console at a very uncomfortable spot. The trans shifts at the slightest incline. The brakes are sensitive as well as the gas pedal.

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  2009 XB Fun even for an old guy - 2009 Scion XB
  By ocived - May 11 - 5:25 pm

  I bought this car for my daughter in Aug. of 08 after she moved to Colorado in 12 and needed a AWD I took it off her hands, since Id need a car in a year or so. I love driving it. Very quick off the line and @4000 the VVT kicks in and its on. For a 2.4 L. 4 cyl wagon its a blast to drive. Toyota quality is all over this car. 83,000 + and no maintenance issues. One recall for coil packs R&R was it.

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  All Around Quality - 2009 Scion XB
  By TexasTennisChamp - March 14 - 6:36 pm

  I traded in my SUV for a car with better mileage. I researched and test drove all of the competing brands and could not find a car with as much quality. I have been amazed at how much fun this car is to drive. It handles like a go-cart after driving an SUV for years. The power is great, much quicker than the SUV. Plus you can put it in manual shift and downshift for passing power. With the seats folder down i have put two 80 lbs. Dobermans in the back with plenty of room. The interior is very nice with comfortable seats and a great stereo. There are more standard features than in any other car I drove. The iPod connection is great with controls on the steering wheel. Great car!

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  2009 Scion - 2009 Scion XB
  By Howard Jones - March 4 - 9:10 pm

  The 09 Scion is the best designed car I have ever owned and I am a mechanical designer and a detail nut. Every design aspect of this car is very well thought out. It reminds me of the interior of a boat in the efficiency of the storage compartments. It should be Car of the Year for 09.

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  lil old lady - 2009 Scion XB
  By pat zimmerman - February 24 - 2:30 am

  I am a 65 year old grandmother and absolutely love this awesome little car which I cant say for the previous 10 I owned. It is so responsive I have to really keep my eye on the speedometer (which is extremely easy to do in this car). Everyone is so impressed by the room inside. Would like to see a better armrest and a little less plastic on the door. All in all, its a keeper! Blackberry crush is a terrific color and I am getting alloys soon.

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  I Love this Car - 2009 Scion XB
  By Don - February 14 - 7:50 am

  I am retired and I wanted a fun and economical car with space to carry things. I drove 12 cars before buying my xB. I like the ride, the handling, and the large cargo space. The car is responsive and fun to drive. To make it even more fun, I added several Toyota dealer installed products including a cold air intake, free flow exhaust, 18" wheels and performance tires. The normal good acceleration is now fantastic. Best of all, the highway mileage is now over 31 mpg.

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  Trd is a must - 2009 Scion XB
  By STEVE - October 14 - 3:33 pm

  Looking for a car/SUV this is a great pic with a Toyota build. My was bought for $17,091. Always go with a credit union for the best deal. Sticker was 20k included upgraded radio tint and fog lights. I had the dealer add trd air intake, lowering springs, grill, rear wind deflector, cargo box. It rides well with near 50/50 weight transfer with very little body roll. Floor it and it sounds like a turbo. The ride is quick for a 167.3 inch ride. Next is a trd supercharger duel borla exhaust, this will hit just over 300 hp.