2005 Scion xB
| MSRP: | $13,730 |
| Invoice: | $13,043 |
| Total: | 27 reviews |
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| Excellent | 22 reviews | |
| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 3 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
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Scion xB production and availability expanded in 2005, but there were no significant changes for this second year of production. The xB and xA were joined by a new model this year, the tC coupe. Scion's unique and bold styling, especially with the xB, has attracted many new prospective buyers to the Toyota lot, but the Scion sales experience has been instrumental to the company's rapid success.
The xB is surprising well-equipped for its price, and despite a myriad of available dealer installed upgrades, it would be a challenge to create an xB that even comes close to $20,000. Standard features include keyless entry, full power accessories, a Pioneer CD audio system with MP3 compatibility, air conditioning and privacy glass. The list of safety items includes ABS, stability control and traction control. Customization options include a subwoofer, back-lighting kits, satellite radio, spoilers and body moldings, sport pedals and various shift knobs.
The xB is powered by a 1.5 liter DOHC inline four, mated to a five-speed manual transmission. A four-speed automatic optional, but many reviewers suggest that the manual makes for a better driving experience (improved acceleration). The Variable Valve Timing-enhanced engine supplies the 2400 pound xB with 108 horsepower and 105 pound-feet of torque. Fuel economy is estimated at 30/33 mpg, and Scion claims a 0-60 mph time of nine seconds.
By now, first year Scions have accumulated some mileage, and complaints about reliability and durability are incredibly scarce. Owners have also been very satisfied with the Scion service experience, along most report no service needs aside from oil changes and tune ups. Interior flexibility was common favorite feature: the back seats folded flat to allow for over 40 cubic feet of cargo space. Owners and reviewers agree that although the Scion is quite affordable, Toyota's impact on engineering, build quality, efficiency and comfort is very apparent.
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| Excellent | 22 reviews | |
| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 3 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
“More Bang For Your Buck!”
Gets the best gas mileage ever! Roomy yet compact. Manual tranny with 5 speeds has enough get up and go to blow by 'performance' vehicles when necessary More
“Its A Box, Lots Of Room.....surprisingly!”
Excellent gas mileage, decent performance, and very economical. i have had 4 of my friends plus me in the car and it still operates the same. The VVT-i engine is surprisingly peppy. I bought this car ... More
“Everything A College Student Needs.”
Great car, it's fun to drive and it is quite unique. I have wanted one ever since I first saw the Scion Concept car and as soon as I turned 16 and got my license I was dreaming of when I could get one... More
“Very Good, Although I Would Probably Buy A Matrix Instead.”
It was very good overall but not very good if you live in a hilly area. Lack of cruise control made it tiring on long trips, and because it was so boxy the wind would make it move around. Great if you... More
“Very Satisfied”
I like my car because its reliable, good on gas, and cheap to maintain... something i could never say about the Pontiac i owned. This car lives up to its Toyota name. Its lack of power makes it f... More
“I'd Buy Another”
performance-good for an everyday driver build quality-solid with very little squeaks and rattles appearance-decent for a basic car cost of ownership-gets good gas mileage,very little needed done other... More
“Fun Car To Drive”
This is a fun car to drive. Don't be misled that it is a performance vehicle because it isn't. There is enough cargo space for daily things but not like an SUV. It is deceptively roomy inside and can ... More
“Great Car For The Money. Save On Gasoline And Bring All Your Friends With You.”
Love this car! You can zip all over town and not feel guilty. Great gas milage. Fit all your friends or whatever your hauling easily. Cute all around appearance. Make sure to get the manual transmi... More
“The Biggest Small Car Around ”
great car . . . tons of room on the inside. this is THE ONLY small car that I would ever own. Maintenance costs have been ridiculously low . .. 120K miles passed until we did the brakes for the firs... More
“Xb Is God's Whip”
it has surprising pick up for 108 hp. the engine is a little noisy. it has the smooth shifting that Toyotas are famous for. tons of room inside yet small enough to park anywhere. it hardly burns any g... More
2005 Scion xB Trims
| MSRP: | $13,730 |
| Invoice: | $13,043 |
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