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 The xA has since been replaced by the xD, which carries on the quirky and customizable spirit of its predecessor.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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I Love This Car - 2006 Scion XB
By Rhonda J. Kuykindoll - July 22 - 1:13 amI love driving this car. It is so roomy. I am very comfortable driving my xB and I am glad I bought this vehicle. I was skeptical at first but when I test drove it for the first time I was immediately sold. It has a unqiue design which is why I also chose this model. Every time I see another person driving an xB I wave and they wave and smile back. It is fun to drive:)
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Excellent Value - 2006 Scion TC
By mvh - July 21 - 2:16 amThis car is unbeatable for the number of standard features at its price point. The no-haggle "pure pricing" of the car was a big plus. I passed on all the dealer options except the side curtain airbags and iPod upgrade (which is worth the extra $ IMO). The stock radio is sufficient. This car has a comfortable and uncomplicated interior design. I like the convenience of having a hatchback. Everyone who has sat in back says the back seats are very comfortable. While Ive read other reviews complaining about blind spots, I havent found it to be a problem. The ride is comfortable and the engine is plenty peppy enough for me. It has good handling and a good turning radius
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Great Car - 2005 Scion TC
By dave - July 19 - 7:06 pmI love this car. Mine is an Indigo Ink Pearl 5 spd. Its fun to drive, handles well and has tons of features for the buck. I probably get 2 comments a week on it from people, many of which is that it looks and feels much more expensive than it is.
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Downsized - 2005 Scion xA
By Brenda - July 18 - 4:53 pmDownsized from a Mini Van and thought Id miss my Soccer Mom driving platform, but I dont. Bought Absolutely Red Edition and get many looks and positive comments. GoCart like handling, decent power, roomy interior despite initial impressions, excellent service at dealership. Buying experience wonderful. Decided on xA, went with the Toyota financing, drove away in just under 1.5 hours! Must admit, credit history very clean, but come on, I bought it over a long lunch! Will add the Keyless Entry in May. Love it and considering a 2nd Scion (Tc) this summer.
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best little big car this side of Japan - 2004 Scion XB
By Amadeus - July 16 - 2:00 amA fantastic car. Its a definite attention getter with double takes and lots of questions. It rides solid and tight around corners and curves. Toyota did not waste space with extraneous features. It is really spacious inside front and back with nothing wasted. It feels like youre in an SUV and then you get out and realize (again) its a compact wagon. Finally, this car is excellently priced with all the goodies as standard features. Its not a gas guzzler (31/35mpg) I only extended the warranty. Everything else you could want is already included (with playful type options if you want them). Bottom line--its a fun, cool, cute, practical car.
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2008 Scion xB - 2008 Scion XB
By egotistical77 - July 12 - 6:33 pmIve only had the xB for about 24 hrs, but already Im very, very impressed. The interior is is one of the features of the car that I was impressed with. I love the placing of the gauges, and the comfort of the drivers seat. The halogen headlights are awesome! I can see clearly at least a 1/4 mile away. Anyone considering purchasing one of the new xBs should really pick one up.
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Awesome small UUV - 2008 Scion XB
By Jonas Urba - July 11 - 9:43 amThis is one awesome urban utility vehicle. As more people discover that Scion finally powered it with the Camry 2.4L engine (no longer a power plant that could not pull a dead bird off a fence), expanded the interior cabin space and polished the exterior lines a bit, it should be a huge hit for Scion. Love the black sand pearl paint job (looks like a small hearse) which fits my probate lawyer profession and personality to a tee. It is certainly a head turner in west central Florida. 3100 pounds really helps the ride and feel surpass a mint 420 SEL I once owned. Europe will have a tough time competing with this ride.
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TC FUN - 2005 Scion TC
By dbc129 - July 11 - 5:10 amThe new scion tc is a blast to drive even for those of us in the 40+ range. It has a nice exterior design and sporty interior.
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Im Glad I chose this car, BUT.......... - 2004 Scion xA
By jdtjunior - July 11 - 2:00 amI loved the no haggle pricing. And, because its a Toyota, its gonna last. It is also stylish, and looks like more expensive than it actually is. The car is fun to drive in the city, and is fine on the freeway. Yes, its a bit noisy at 75 mph, and passing takes a little extra time with the auto, but remember, its a sub-compact, under 14k. I bought this car because, I am single, live in the city, and have a short commute. It seats 4 people fine, but usually, I keep the rear seats down to add to the total cargo capacity. Great gas mileage of course. Everyone other person has a Corolla, and I chose a Scion XA instead.
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Has everything for 1 low price - 2005 Scion XB
By Tony - July 7 - 10:43 pmThis is by far the best auto Ive ever owned, based on price and standard features. Everything is power, windows locks, automatic, keyless entry, these are all standard features. Also has stablizers and many features only found on top end vehicles. These days one thing you look at is MPG and this car delivers on that as well. Very roomy interior, would fit a 6 footer no problem front or rear seat. Easy in and out for those with a bad back or putting child in and out of car seat. Being a Toyota and built entirely in Japan, you know the quality is there as well, (sorry American car mfgs, we have yet to beat the Japaneese in the auto world, truth be told...) Great Car at fair price!!!
