Overview & Reviews
Scion is one of the youngest brands on the market -- which seems appropriate given that it's targeted at a very youthful demographic. Scion has quickly found a home in the hearts of buyers seeking its winning blend of value and style. The frosting on this cake is that Scion is part of the Toyota family, offering all the quality and reliability you'd expect from a marque with its parentage.
When Toyota realized early in the 21st century that it was losing market share in the younger demographic due to a stodgy image, the company took a chance and decided to spin off a new brand called Scion (its name means "descendant" or "heir to"). The first Scions, the xA and xB models, were introduced for the 2004 model year. These edgy little cruisers were first available only in the California market; after a staggered rollout, Scion vehicles became available nationwide.
Both the xA and xB were immediate hits, snapped up by young (or young at heart) buyers looking for high-quality, fun and affordable wheels. The boxy yet funky styling of the Scions provided a lot of passenger and cargo room for the cars' small footprints, making them ideal choices for campus and urban residents alike. They also coddled the youth market with flashy sound systems; Scion's stereos are among the best in the economy-car segment.
The following year, the Scion brood grew to include the tC. This compact but sporty coupe offered more performance relative to its older siblings, thanks largely to a more powerful engine. The xA has since been replaced by the xD, which carries on the quirky and customizable spirit of its predecessor. By 2012, Scion had introduced the tiny iQ city car and the sporty FR-S sport coupe.
In the interest of keeping things simple for buyers, Scions typically come in only one trim level. However, buyers have the option of customizing their rides with a host of dealership-provided accessories, such as a subwoofer, body kits and custom exhausts. Scion also offers no-haggle pricing wherein buyers pay the list (window sticker) price, thus streamlining the negotiation process.
So far, a simple and well-equipped model lineup, no-haggle pricing and a variety of dealer-added options have combined to make the Scion brand popular with American consumers. The economy car segment isn't typically the first place you'd look for stylish, fun-to-drive vehicles, but Scion has changed all that by offering cars rich with a seductive exuberance that belies their modest pricing.
User Reviews:
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My Baby! - 2006 Scion TC
By Brittany - April 28 - 11:00 pmBefore I got my 2006 Scion tC i drove a 96 Cavalier! What a huge difference difference! I love how smooth it drives and its so quiet! It is my first new car, and my first purchase. Im only 18, and Im nervous about the payments for the next 6 years - but I know Toyotas warranty will take care of me!
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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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Most fun to drive car ever! - 2006 Scion xA
By Grateful11 - April 28 - 8:40 amThis car, aka: "Little Car", hasnt been back to the dealer for anything. Its blast to drive has plenty of get up and go for a normal person, no its not a hot rod. I get 38-39 mpg without even trying with a 90% highway 10% city driving commute. My last tank produced an impressive 42.9 mpg but that took some real attention to laying off the gas pedal. Im running reg. Castrol GTX in it. The sound system is awesome, sounds like it has small subwoofers in it. Its a definite keeper!
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This Car Pays For Itself - Great Car !! - 2006 Scion xA
By ggallen - April 28 - 4:40 amHave my Scion a couple week. Just love the car. It is really solid and handles well. Loads of leg and head room. Love the fact that you cna build the car you want instead of paying for options you never use. Cant beat the gas mileage. I am getting betwen 37 and 41 mpg and the car is not even broke in. In fact, being this car is getting double the gas mileage of my others. I have set- up a Scion Saver account and I deposit my gas savings in the account every time I fill-up. The way I see it if gas prices remain I will have the car paid off in about 3 years off my gas savings alone.
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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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Hes a Champ...He Sure Knows It! - 2007 Scion TC
By Andrea T - April 20 - 6:36 pmI am proud to admit out loud that my Classic Silver Mica tC already has 85,000 miles on it. I know it seems crazy but its too much of a fun car to drive. What makes it even more encouraging to drive it is the extra money to buy aftermarket parts. Im averaging 29 mpg (combined) with the Cold Air Intake even with my heavy lead-foot. My downs about it arenÂ’t serious defaults to not turn anyone away from test driving it and buying one. But its expensive to do dealer warranty maintenance like 30k or 60k; my dealer cost me $485.00 each time. My other down is I wish Toyota spent little more production money on better paint job. My final statement; This car is steal for what you pay! & its Toyota
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30,000 miles and counting - 2004 Scion XB
By Chuckie - April 19 - 10:23 amMy xBs only downside is the choppy ride. I love the fact that all four tall adults can ride with their hats on and not be cramped. With the rear seats folded down, trips to Costco or the nursery are easier than in any sedan. The noise level at high speeds is about the same as in my new Odyssey.
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A Little Sports Car Lies Beneath - 2004 Scion XB
By 26 xB owner - April 16 - 8:30 pmForget the xBs exterior styling, you wont see it inside the car. In fact, its box shape makes it a roomy car. Buy one and youll think youre stealing from Toyota. Ive brought home a 27" TV with its package. I doubt you can pull that one off in a Camry. Its so roomy itll have people fighting over the rear seats. The ABS help me saved a little kid within a week of delivery. When the curve says 25, you can throw it in there at 35 and edge it up to 45. The steering is light but NOT numb like many other Toyota products. I only wish it had an extra gear (more on that). If the Miata is a solid 10 in fun to drive and the Celica is a 9, the xB is a respectible 8. But those are only toy cars.
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The best overall vehicle I have ever had - 2012 Scion XB
By Victor Capen - April 15 - 6:19 amOne of the best handling, efficient, goes like hell vehicles you would ever want (due to the Camry engine). I have hauled more stuff on my numerous trips between Scottsdale, AZ and Los Angeles on the I 10 freeway (75 to 85 mph in AZ and 70 to 80 mph in CA). I know that Scion has now been incorporated into the general Toyota brands but, if you get a chance to drive one you will be pleasantly surprised.
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Excelent Car - 2006 Scion xA
By Jorge Almodovar - April 15 - 6:10 amThe Scion xA looks great. Its very economical and I like the interior. Its a great build of the Toyota company.
