Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Scion xD is an all-new model that replaces the xA at the bottom of Scion's lineup. This four-door hatchback features distinctive styling, peppy performance and an impressive list of standard features and personalization options.

• Comparatively small cargo space, bizarre gauges, short on front legroom.

User Reviews:

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  Happy - 2008 Scion XD
  By Joey - August 18 - 9:03 am

  Love the car. Traded in my 05 Nissan Crew Cab. Dont miss it at all. The xD is way more fun to drive. Plenty of room and so easy to park. Went with the Navigation system and 18" black wheels. Tinted the windows too. Only wish I added the performance stuff. Oh well, it will happen down the road.

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  Scion Rocks - 2008 Scion XD
  By Fun car to drive - June 24 - 1:53 am

  I have driven from GA to Key West and back, its a great car to drive in city but sure above average car in the Hwy.Road Handling is great and does not feel like a small car fear factor. I own a Maxima also and closely pay attention to the quality and overall performance. Recommend this for city zip zag. Many people compare this to Honda Fit, which I think is not the right comparison due the techinal specs to start with and also road drive pleasure in this is great. But what I wish Toyota can good better is the road noise, to compensate they have a great Pioneer system which is far better than Bose which I have in Maxima. Overall a strong buy recommendation. Good Luck,

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  Disappointed - 2008 Scion XD
  By Cyn - June 15 - 4:40 am

  Gas mileage not what was promised. Im only getting 22.3 MPG mostly city with some highway. My old 6 cyl Mercedes got similar! The dash board rattles, sounds like theres a hornet in the car. Lots of blind spots, the rear window is like a porthole; the wide front struts and bulky side mirrors completely obscure pedestrians in crosswalks and vehicles approaching on the right. Visibility is so poor, I dont think Ill be keeping the car. Wish Id gotten the Honda Fit. Too bad, Scion.

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  This is the car you want - 2008 Scion XD
  By zzzdmd - March 20 - 1:53 am

  Looked @ xD, Fit, Yaris, Versa. For the money you cant beat xD. Went from Phx to Disney on one tank fully loaded with 5 people and luggage, no problem on hills, rained the whole way, at times by the bucket full, but xD stayed solid and true. Excellent interior design, clever dash, gets looks from other drivers. Will be using for work travel instead of my 2500 HD Duramax diesel, my gas savings will equal my new xD payment!

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  Bar None Simply the Best Buy - 2008 Scion XD
  By PT~2~Xd - February 21 - 3:03 am

  Gas Gas Gas! What can I say that would make a person downgrade/upgrade from a souped up 89 Toyota Supra (Vroom! problem child gas sucka)~ tricked out/ supped up 04 PT Cruiser Turbo (Ehh.. but still gas sucka!) ~ to a 08 almost tricked out but not there yet Scion XD. Moving from the Bay area to Virginia I honestly did not think I would ever trade in my PT but after experiencing the WORST commuter traffic in the USA, and VA to DC eats the cake over Marin County to Alameda County, I had to ditch the PT..=(. I test drove the Fit, Yaris, and Corolla before the XD. But the XD won in the end for gas as well as over all styling.

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  How does 46 mpg sound? - 2008 Scion XD
  By Tim - February 18 - 2:33 pm

  If youre looking to save gas - look no further. Ive had this car since last October. Overall mileage is in the mid 30s. Three recent trips at 55 mph on highway netted 46 mpg. (thats true mpg - not computer) One was with 4 people in the car. Going to & from work (mix of highway and city) has been about 37 mpg. I test drove everything in this type (Nissan Versa, Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Kia Rio 5, etc...), felt this was easily the best of hte bunch. Cant understand Consumer Reports love affair with the Honda Fit - rode like a 70s Ford Pinto. We recently took a trip to Branson with our family of 4 and did well - a little tight for luggage but it worked. Really love this car!

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  I love my little xD! - 2008 Scion XD
  By genius163 - January 26 - 6:46 am

  I traded in my 2006 Volvo XC90 for the 2008 Scion xD for the gas savings. I get nearly double the gas mileage now. I still use a rear-facing car seat for my baby and it actually fits better in the back seat of the Scion than it did in the Volvo. I think it has as much to do with the shape of the dashboard as it does with the roominess of the back seat, but whatever the reason, the front passenger is always glad not have knees jammed up against the dashboard. Because the xD is tall with a high seating position, downsizing from an SUV was not nearly the adjustment I thought it would be.

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  A good choice. - 2008 Scion XD
  By Kerwin - January 15 - 1:16 am

  I went from a V8 Jeep Grand Cherokee to a V6 Cadillac CTS and now to a Scion xD, and let me tell you this car is really nice and good. My car insurance went way down, is a really safe car and comfortable. Is really good in MPG. I dont miss my Cadillac anymore, I love this car.

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  After much consideration - 2008 Scion XD
  By Stephanie - January 8 - 2:53 pm

  After much consideration, relying heavily on consumer reviews and expert opinions, I chose to buy a Scion xD. It took me almost 3 months of research and test drives to make up my mind, but I am very glad I bought the Scion. I would buy it again without a seconds hesitation. Other people are finally catching on because I have seen two other xDs in the last few weeks.

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  Surprisingly fun and inexpensive car - 2008 Scion XD
  By Carl - December 27 - 12:46 am

  Bought this guy a couple of months ago as an all-around hauler. I drive about 75 miles a day for work, was looking for practicality and fun. Also use on weekends for trips to see our daughter at college, etc. Very pleased with the xD. Lowered with TRD springs from dealer, rear spoiler, bumper protector. Have not used for overnight trip, but hauls four adults with ease (we are all short) and occasionally five for trips around town. Looked also at the Honda Fit, also nice, but glad I chose the xD. 33-36 miles per gallon (measured at fill-ups), 35-39 average on readout. Ride (w/TRD springs) is firm but comfortable. Co-worker has an xD also and has had good experience, highly recommended!