2005 Scion TC Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.70/5 Average
452 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The 2005 tC coupe is the latest addition to Toyota's innovative Scion division.

Pros:
  • High quality all around, unexpected safety and luxury features, tight handling, spacious cabin, bargain price.
Cons:
  • A couple of odd design elements, drab interior color.

User Reviews:

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  • The little Lexus - 2005 Scion TC
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    This car is incredible for the price. Its like getting Lexus quality w/ function without the overzealous pricetag. Fun and functional.

  • Best Bang for Your Buck! - 2005 Scion TC
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    You get so much car for the money. The car looks like it cost much more. So far (one week) the car has proven quite fun to drive. It has plenty of pick up and go and cruises at 75MPH with no effort. Pretty good performance for a four cylinder. Handling is tight and the steering feels good. Although its hard to find the perfect car, this has a great combination of sportiness, performance, looks, price, interior room, and standard features. I spent considerable time checking out other cars in this class (Mazda3, Corolla, Sentra, etc). The Scion tC is the best bang for your buck hands down.

  • WOW! - 2005 Scion TC
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    Sweet car... It is as attractive visually as it is reliable. The price is very appealing and is very reasonable. The tC will inevitably become the leader in its class.

  • nothing but great - 2005 Scion TC
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    i was so pleased by the scion. it was the most convienant car for that price ive ever seen. i love everything about it.

  • Amazing - 2005 Scion TC
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    Just picked up my tC and all I can say is WOW. This car is amazing, in every way.

  • Just bought one - 2005 Scion TC
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    After driving E class mercedes, a Porsche Carrera and recently a Lexus SC430, I got tired of high priced cars that depreciate a great deal. Im 51 but listen to my sons who really enjoy driving and performance. When I chose the Scion Tc my wife told me she wouldnt even drive in it (too small and not enough luxury). Thank god I dont listen to my wife, the car drives like a dream, solid as a rock and what a price performance curve. Ive bought a lot of cars in my days and for the $$ the Scion is an excellent value. Looking forward to a lot of fun, safe driving and easy on the pocketbook.

  • Excellent for the money - 2005 Scion TC
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    I love the no haggeling over price. You can build your car with option over the web and know EXACTLY what your price is. Lots of standard options that you will see in more expensive cars. Quite the value and fun to drive. Nice mix of fuel economy, horse power and handeling.

  • Nothing else comes close. - 2005 Scion TC
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    I purchased this car new three years ago because it was by far the best bet for the money. I have driven it coast to coast with everything I own and my dog in it. I have driven it in ice and zero visibility. I have left it in the pouring rain with the sunroof and windows open. At no point in the last 40k miles have I been disappointed. It is very much a toyota, and it is cheap. I have read through these reviews and have been shocked to see people listing things like lack of power, cheap materials, and "I cant work my iPod and drive at the same time" type criticism. If you want the perfect car, you had better look to BMW or Audi. This is a Scion, built for good looks, value, economy.

  • scion tc a wonderful car - 2005 Scion TC
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    This is by far the greatest car for the money and the best part is that aftermarket companies are really looking at this car for kool things to do to it. great car

  • How can they do this - 2005 Scion TC
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    I still cant figure out how you can get all of this car for around 17,000. It has the look and feel of a luxury car with power everything. The panorama moonroof is a great feature. Ive read some complaints about road noise and/or engine noise at higher speeds, and maybe Im just used to the sounds of my old Saturn, but this car seems extremely quiet to me. I made it a point to drive with the radio off to see if I could pick up any noise. Nothing. I cannot stress how much I recommend this car

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