Overview & Reviews

For 2006, the Scion xA gets a mild styling refresh that includes updated designs for the lower air intake, headlamps, taillamps, wheel covers and front grille. Inside, there is new seat fabric and the speedometer background is now white instead of last year's silver. The xA also receives a new 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. Additionally, the xA offers dedicated Apple iPod connectivity, which delivers iPod display information and allows unit control and recharging through the audio system. Finally, the xA's horsepower rating drops from 108 to 103 due to new SAE testing procedures.

• The cool stuff costs extra, modest passing power with automatic transmission, no cruise control.

User Reviews:

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  Best Kept Secret in Affordable Cars - 2006 Scion xA
  By joe - April 27 - 12:30 pm

  Toyota did a great job designing this car. For the price it is simply hard to beat. It is simple, versatile, economical and does not feel in any way cheap. Its $20,000 worth of car for $14,000.

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  Scion XA - 2006 Scion xA
  By Fuel Saver - March 23 - 9:03 pm

  This vehicle sure surprised me,we took it on a trip Tampa-Orlando with full tank,drove around with AC going,for a week-end,the Parks,shopping,clubing, the works,then back to Tampa,arriving with just about half of a tank left,the ride to and from was also surpisingly smooth,and with the windows up surprisingly quiet,we enjoyed the ride,all four of us,it was a"guys week- end"without the girls,lucky us...the

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  Scion xA, Purchased Recently - 2006 Scion xA
  By George - March 7 - 11:50 pm

  This car is fine. I got used to the center pod dashboard quickly. The ONLY thing I could wish for, would be a 6th gear. At 80 mph, with a 5-speed manual, the engine is turning 4,000 RPM. Thats fine, it has a 7,000 RPM redline, but theres no need to spin it so fast. There is no need to downshift on the highway. I drive in commuter traffic, 75-80 mph. In mixed driving, I get around 35 mpg.

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  Wheres the Mileage? - 2006 Scion xA
  By DougK - January 28 - 7:06 pm

  I like most everything about the car, which I purchased for my daughter. I am at 1,000 miles on the break-in and my gas mileage has been astonishingly LOW! My first four tanks have averaged in the low 20 MPG range. I own three other vehicles with two to three times the engine size and all except my Suburban get better mileage. My dealer states that I have to get it broken in and nothings wrong. I have my doubts as to whether a few hundred miles more will do anything for this car. They may be getting this one back.

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  Great car - 2006 Scion xA
  By bbp2459 - November 7 - 6:23 am

  This has been a great car. The fuel economy has averaged between 32 and 38 depending on the driving. Storage space is surprisingly good especially when I fold down the back seat. The display in the middle of the console opens up a lot of visual field but takes a bit of getting used to. The ride is rough for long trips but when you consider what you are paying for gas vs what others are paying, the ride is not so bad. I am really surprised that they stopped making this car.

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  Parking in Boston? HA! no problem!! - 2006 Scion xA
  By Professor X - September 17 - 7:56 pm

  I dont understand why some owners are getting less than 35 mpg on the highway. I visit my mom in NY every other weekend; exactly 250 miles. It has a 10.9 gallon tank. On average I get there with half a tank left. It breaks down to 38+ mpg. I purchased the xA because of the price. At first I was deeply concerned about its size. Thats no longer a problem. As an average college student, theres plenty of room for friends, laundry, computer parts, etc. Should you need more drop one of the seats. Another concern was its engine. Since its only 1.5 liter, I feared it will be too small for a car. Again its not a problem. Its a very nimble car for me and...a date. 4 adults is a different story

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  Scion xA - 2006 Scion xA
  By Chet Pilcher - September 15 - 2:46 pm

  The xA makes an excellent second car. It has easy access, great visibility and a high seat position. Its sound system rivals the one in my Avalon. It has smooth shifting up and down. Its overall gas consumption is currently at 32+mpg around town. The air conditioning can "run you out." This is a really fun car to drive!

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  Cute Car - 2006 Scion xA
  By joe - August 5 - 3:46 am

  The Scion xA is a nice little car. Its great around town, but surprisingly good on the interstate as well. People ask about it all the time.

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  Love My Scion - 2006 Scion xA
  By debinbtimonium - July 20 - 12:26 am

  I love that my Scion xA is so roomy inside. I especially love that its sits high, which makes it so easy to get in and out. It surprises everyone that gets into it for the first time.

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  Awesome Car - 2006 Scion xA
  By bobbic6314 - June 17 - 1:26 am

  I have enjoyed this car greatly. It drives very well and its a great car for a child. I really like it because its easy to drive and the comfort of the car is awesome.