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 The xA has since been replaced by the xD, which carries on the quirky and customizable spirit of its predecessor.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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Built like a tank - 2014 Scion TC
By doug142 - April 16 - 11:03 amI have owned over a hundred vehicles. I am very impressed with this one.I have the 14 10 series tc. I usually buy boxy or station wagon like or suv styles,I wanted something different from everyone else. I was actually buying another Prius V, my 2nd. They were doing my paperwork when I spotted the Scion on the showroom floor.I walked around it and then jumped in it,I love the style. I am 6 1" I could not believe all of the room,I even fit comfortably in the backseat,and it was easy to get in.I could not believe how well it drives and handles,a bigger and better Celica replacement.The Camry engine and revised suspension,steering,transmission are amazing.Huge hatchback opening,versatile
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Ranks right up there for MPG - 2006 Scion XB
By ronnieskar - April 15 - 7:36 am2 weeks after I bought my toaster on wheels, I went on a 1450 mile golfing trip with my golfing bud. Considering the weight of both of us, golf bags and the luggage, about 600 lbs, doing between 70 & 80 MPH through the West Virginia mountains, and running between courses, I averaged 34.5 MPG. Around home I get 36-38 MPG. Great vehicle, lots of room inside and fun to drive. Best purchase Ive ever made.
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Scion is Good - 2006 Scion TC
By geltz - April 13 - 5:33 pmMy Scion tC is great, except for a few interior squeaks which the dealership fixed. It is fast for what it is and the shifter is top notch. I love every gear in this car, torque is never an issue.
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Scion tC test drive - 2005 Scion TC
By MGoBlue - April 13 - 10:00 amI can only echo other reviewers comments regarding the tCs standard features, Toyota-esque build quality and AMAZINGLY low price. See what I mean? 15,950 MSRP 515 Delivery 145 Floor & cargo area mats 650 Side & curtain airbags 395 AM/FM/6-disc CD 88 Mudflaps ------ 17,743 Total without tax, license, etc.
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Fun commuter - 2008 Scion XD
By nick - April 11 - 9:16 pmI use the car one week a month to drive 100 mi. a day, and the rest of the time it is a daily driver. On the week I drive my car pool to work there is me 60", step dad 511", mom 57" and coworker 63" and about 300 lbs. I have never had a shortage of power or room. For a car I can literally wrap my arms around that is saying a lot. The back seat that slides and reclines helps.
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Nice Ride! - 2009 Scion XB
By Ivan - April 9 - 12:10 pmIve had this car for a year now but my MPG is not what I expected it gives an average of 24 mpg combined I though it gave more than that. Other than it is a good car for the money I paid
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I Love My Scion - 2005 Scion xA
By PrettyEyes - April 8 - 10:00 amThis car is my first car, it was bought as a gift and I absolutely love it. Prospective buyers can go online and build the car exactly how you want it from the ground up. Its really fun to drive, has a nice sound system and its fuel efficient(for the folks looking for their kids). An added bonus is that you dont see many of them out there, so youre almost like one of a kind. I got mine in the black cherry pearl and its real tough. So if youre thinking about getting one you should. I did and I love mine.
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The greatest sports coupe ever - 2005 Scion TC
By Larrys tC - April 8 - 10:00 amThe Scion tC: Greatest sports coupe in history. Once I climbed inside this car at the dealership I instantly fell in love. Its the best car in its class, many unexpected luxury features. Theres nothing like the Scion tC.
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The Best Car I Have Ever Owned - 2004 Scion xA
By ShawnD - April 7 - 4:20 pmI have had this car for almost two years and have put 47,000 miles on it thus far with no problems. The xA is very good on gas even though I have a heavy foot at times. I would definitely purchase another one.
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Best Choice Ever - 2008 Scion XB
By Kyle - April 7 - 11:43 amI love this car so much. Its fun and confortable to drive. Ive got a lot of compliments from my friends on how the car look really nice inside and outside. Its very roomy.
