2004 Scion xB

Pros: Oddly stylish, Base price, Large interior.
Cons: Acceleration, Cost of accessories, No sunroof option, Auto tranny lacks autostick.

When you visualize a boxy looking automobile many vehicles of the past probably come to mind, perhaps those older Volvo wagons or even the late Ford LTD, but what about a post millennium vehicle? In the latter part of 2002 the Honda Element turned more ...

Pros: Amazing interior room and versatility, unique styling, Toyota quality, eager and exuberant road manners.
Cons: Stiff ride, height feels awkward in hard driving, out of its element on freeways.

My Experience I test-drove a Scion xB five-speed at a local dealership. My test drive lasted about half an hour, and covered city streets, winding secondary roads, and the freeway. Performance I wasn't expecting much in the way ...

Pros: Unique "styling," passenger room, fuel economy, low price, standard stability control and ABS, Toyota rep
Cons: Unique isn't pretty in this case, acceleration, mediocre interior materials

The Scion xB is one of those things you either get or you don’t, and I don’t. Perhaps at 36 I’m just too old. Toyota created the Scion brand to attract twentysomething consumers. So far two models have been introduced in a limited number of ...

Pros: Price, Space, Looks?, Driving Experience
Cons: Power, Base model hard to find

Making a trip to the Toyota Dealership to have some routine maintenance done on my car, I was looking forward to testing the 2004 Toyota Prius. But, their tester was loaned out and I was out of luck…until I saw a strange looking, boxy ride, the ...

Pros: Easy to Drive, Great Visibility, Senior Access Friendly
Cons: Can't say that I found anything really bad . . .

Overview : The Marketing for the Scion vehicles is targeting the young, first time car buyer market. A recent need identified during my Grandparents's car shopping has revealed another possible market. Background : My grandfather just turned 90. He ...

Pros: Excellent fuel economy, interior comfort, and smooth ride.
Cons: Slightly underpowered (auto is MUCH worse), horrible "order" purchase process.

I love this car! However, I did not have a good experience with the dealer (The Toyota/Scion dealer in Riverdale, UT). I will review the exterior, interior and options, performance for automatic AND manual transmissions, and my buying experience. ...

Pros: Value, value, value, interior space that defies several laws of physics.
Cons: Options can get pricey, Cruise Control not available everywhere.

I remember, last year, seeing the Scion xB featured in an import car magazine. The vehicle looked strange, boxy, silly, and, well, UGLY. Why, I thought, would anyone buy this, or even build it? Fast forward to 2 months ago, when I noticed a new Scion ...

Pros: Cost, Body Design, Low to the ground, head room.
Cons: Weak feeling pedals, Strange seat material, Some cheap plastic parts, 108 HP, Weak steering.

I found out about the SCION XB when I saw one rolling down the street and was wondering what it was. INTRODUCING THE SCION MODEL XB The SCION XB was first released here in California as a test market around July 2003. Essentially it ...

Pros: You get a lot for less; Solid; Roomy; insurance rate reasonable; made by Toyota=dependability
Cons: 1. Would like a roof rack. 2. Less sticky stickshift.

Let me first say, this is my first review for a car. But I feel so strongly about my new Scion that I just had to put in my two cents worth. When I first got into the market to buy a new car (or used), it was because my Ford Escort had finally bit the ...

Pros: Unique Styling, Tons of Room inside, and priced right!
Cons: Acceleration,No Cruise Control

The whole concept of the newest car division from TOYOTA is that of offering a whole different car buying approach for the consumer. Toyota's targeted demographic is at the generation Y group ages 9-23. Why 9 year olds are in this generation group is ...

Pros: Smooth ride, great features, tons of options
Cons: Acceleration, not enough power

I had been driving a Mercedes C320 and I have had some bad luck with it, so I decided to go on the hunt for a reliable and more affordable car. My girlfriend was telling me about this new type of car Toyota was putting out and although I'm not a very big ...

Pros: Huge interior space with a tiny footprint and great mileage
Cons: The styling won't be for everyone, to say the least

Being a Gen-Xer, the xB has been my first new-car purchase ever. I've had it only a little over a week, but I can say this is one of the best decisions I've ever made. I bought the xB for four main reasons, in order of importance to me: 1. Fuel ...

Pros: High reliability predicted. Great gas mileage. Fantastic base package. Amazing passenger room. Short overall length.
Cons: Cheap interior material feel.

The Scion XB is a roomy crossbreed van/wagon/truck thing but is classified as a “small wagon” which suits insurance companies fine. Scion is a subsidiary of Toyota. The XB shares the same engine as the Toyota Echo and most parts are labeled with ...

Pros: Toyota quality and engineering. No hassle pricing. Funky look.
Cons: No center armrest for driver. Waiting for the aftermarket to offer one.

I just purchased a Scion XB with an automatic transmission. After several test drives in this vehicle as well as other makes/models, my conclusion was that this is the best car for the money. I have always owned and sworn by Toyota cars/trucks (my wife ...

Pros: Lots of legroom, great gas mileage, unmatched looks, Toyota reliability.
Cons: Some dealers are HORRIBLE thieves! Not much hip-room, interior styling could use some work.

Scion - The world's best car - The world's sleaziest dealers! Hmmm... a little over the top? Perhaps... But after almost 6 months of owning this car, I still have little to complain about.... except for my car dealer. However, I won't ...

Pros: Fuel economy, small on the outside, big on the inside, looks cool
Cons: A bit slow to accelerate

I can't understand why there aren't more of these on the road. Most people are probably afraid to take a chance on a different looking car. I'm not and I'm glad I did! I bought this car without any options except a dealer-installed roof rack. It came ...

Pros: iconoclastic styling; capacious, functional interior; fuel efficiency; quiet ride, fine sound system; conversation starter
Cons: iconoclastic styling; leisurely acceleration with automatic; leisurely braking; driver's seat lower back/thigh support

June 2004 I've lived with my '04 Scion xB for a month now, and am nearing the 3,000 service interval. Fuel economy with the automatic tranny (and a/c cranked) has climbed from 27 mpg to 30 mpg in mixed city and highway driving. I've already repaired ...

Pros: body style, economy of ownership and operation, great mpg, incredibly roomy for passengers, Toyota reliability
Cons: should have cruise control as standard equipment, more interior lights (front/center and rear hatch area)

I have a 2005 polar white xB, manual trans, bought in May of '04, and have about 13K miles on it now. I'm 45 years old, and am having a ball with this car. It's inexpensive to own, operate, and insure, and the kids love riding around in it, especially ...

Pros: Safe, 35mpg, traction control, cool blue lights
Cons: No armrests, mailtruck design.

I have owned this Scion now for over a month and I decided to update the review, now that I have lived the Scion experience. Check up the one month update at the bottom. I am not your typical xB profile car buyer; however I do have two teenage ...

Pros: economical, looks good, roomy, great 4speaker stereo, firm seats lots of pockets to store stuff
Cons: too low to ground,

I recently purchased a Scion XB (by toyota) I wanted something to replace my old & tired 1991 Chevy Sports van. It need to be roomy, as you get spoiled with all the room in a full sized van & unlike a 3/4 ton van, it needed to be fuel efficient. it also ...

Pros: Reliable & easy to work on.
Cons: Dealer was pushy about buying a warranty/hocus pocus paint protection which I did not buy.

170K and still tight! Bought it new in Feb'04. Very roomy interior (great for transporting three Jack Russell Terriers girlfriend) and this box on wheels is very nimble. Vehicle stability control works great when driving on snow and anybody spins out ...

Pros: Room and more room, easy driving, everything you need, go 10 yrs without breaking.
Cons: Huge sunroof would be nice. Hoping for useful accessories. Matching roof rack, basket, storage box.

My Audi TT was busted up. Our Suburban had parts in the shop. I ended up at a car dealership for work...saw a silver xB...saw the price. Next day we bought the car. I had been looking for a 5 seater 4 door sporty s.u.v. like the Cayenne or Touareg or ...

Pros: EXCELENT BUY FOR THE MONEY,Good Gas milage, lots of standard features.
Cons: Needs a bit More HP and Torque, no cruse control or sunroof options

Hi I purchaced a 2004 Scion XB November 22 2003. This excelent little car has been my daily driver for 4 months now and i have very few problems with it. REASON FOR PURCHACE This is my first car and my parents dont have one that i could drive so i ...

Pros: Interior space, Style, Fuel Economy, Driving Ease, tall seating position
Cons: Harsh jolting ride, long wait for car, limited availability and test drive before purchase

I've had my 2005 xB automatic for about a month, after a 3 month wait to get it. Being a practical, 6'1" tall 40-ish male that doesn't fit in every car, the extraordinary interior space, great fuel economy and Toyota quality rep are what attracted me, ...

Pros: Gas mileage, roominess, comfort, simplicity
Cons: Acceleration, loud noise when back window is open, water in front window when open

I bought this car for the mileage and I'm impressed. If you stay 65 or under its even more impressive: 5-6 gallons for NY-PHIL trip. Interior is very roomy. I replaced an SUV and don't miss it. If you want luxury this is not the car for you. It is a ...

Pros: Amount of room, mileage, looks, sound system, seat comfort, A/C is icy cold
Cons: Ride with large rims is a little stiff, looks are love/hate - I love

I've been debating between the xB and the Element for almost a year and after test driving each (quite a few times) I realized that the xB was the right car for me. I had a 94 Toyota pickup with a Leer topper that I purchased to haul my dogs and ...

Pros: Lots of looks. Interior materials. Seats. Tons of standard features. Great dealers....Saturn beware.
Cons: Clunky shifting feel. Rattles.

I have never purchased a Toyota product. The Scion is the newest brand from Toyota. I am 25, born ...

Pros: HEAD TURNER, ECONOMICAL, FRONT AND REAR SET LEG ROOM, GREAT HANDLING.
Cons: DISTRIBUTION NETWORK, SLIGHT LACK OF POWER, REAR DOORS SOUND TINNY.

HAVING RECENTLY PURCHASED A SCION xB AND HAVING PUT ABOUT 3,000 MILES ON IT, I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE YOU MY INITIAL IMPRESSIONS. FIRST OF ALL I LOVE THE CAR FOR WHAT IT DOES BEST; WHICH IS PROVIDING STYLISH, FUNCTIONAL, RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION AT A REASONAB ...

Pros: Fuel Economy, Roominess,Pionner in-dash 6disc Cd, Traction control, and all the looks I get!
Cons: Need Cruise and a bit more HP

I bought mine a couple month ago and I am having a blast driving it around. The ride is very smooth and on the freeways very quite. I can't believe I only paid $14,500. I love that you can customism yours the way you want it. I recommend this car to anyone who wants own an awesome ride.

Pros: Light steering. ABS Brakes. Great Stereo. Low price.
Cons: Need more light near the front of cab.

I looked at a lot of cars trying to find a vehicle that was safe and easy to drive for an unexperienced driver.

The Scion was a great pick because the dash pod is near the windshield so she doesnt have to take her eyes off the road to look between the steering wheel. The windows are large all the way around so visibility is great.

The seat sits up straight and is very comfortable compared to cars with a seat position that is more lying down than sitting.

The controls are easy to see and adjust. The air is cold, something that I read that was not true. I own a late model corvette and I enjoy driving this car much more.

Maybe I'll get myself one.

Pros: Roomy,simple controls, funky styling,decent fuel economy
Cons: Tranny needs higher gear. Way to noisy at 73 mph. Cheesy hardware. Radio controls

Owned 6 mo. The box is alot of fun. Better commuter/city car than highway cruiser. Waiting for more aftermarket upgrades.

Pros: Unique style, body fit and finish, economy, spunky, and ROOMY.
Cons: Road noise

I would have never expected to be driving a hot lava 1500cc shoe box, however, I am. This unique little auto has everything I wanted in an inexpensive, solid, reliable, economical, urban commuter. The rising cost fuel motivated this 40 something professional male to trade a heavy SUV for the most practical auto I've ever owned. I would not be surprised if a trend such as mine evolves. SCION has delivered on its promise and exceeded my expectation for a small urban commuter.

Pros: Huge interior space, catchy styling, standard everything.
Cons: Stiff ride, Fuel mileage, Noisy interior at freeway speeds.

I absolutely love this little car, when I first purchased it there where few on the road, and people would look at me as if I were in a space ship. I had originally intended on buying another Toyota car, but when I sat in the XB in show room I couldn't fill out the purchase agreement fast enough. I was highly attracted to the interior space and the seating position and overall layout. I have loaded a complete dinette set in the back to the amazement of the sales person. I could not find a car in this price rage with the level of standard features this car has. On the down side I am disappointed with the fuel mileage 25 MPG Average And the severely stiff ride. I am in my mid thirties and recovering from a severe back injury so the ride was a big complaint, I had a full air ride suspension installed and now it rides like a Cadillac.

Pros: Roomy but small, economical, so-o-o stylin' and love to drive my xB
Cons: Need front seat armrests, cruse control, more hp and more inside lighting

Love the head turning looks! Fun ride, good gas mileage, roomy inside this box, easy to maneuver due to its compact size, great standard extras, and love that style.

Pros: Toyota made, price, head & leg room, tons of aftermarket accessories
Cons: hubcaps, no sunroof option, booms if you hit bumps, windy days & xB = no-no

I have to admit the xB is pretty ugly, but it's ugliness is kinda cute. I either had to get an xB or have nothing at all because my dad wasn't going to buy me an Audi TT or VW Beetle which I had originally hoped. He has a stigma against German cars. I couldn't complain. I got the xB for free so not much I could say. Anyways for the price of the thing, you get some pretty good features.