Scion xB

2007-07-02T12:19:44Z

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[[Image:2008 Scion xB.jpg |right|thumb|450px|'''2008 [[Scion]] xB''']]
The '''Scion xB''' is a small wagon from [[Toyota]]'s "youth brand", [[Scion]]. The xB first debuted in Japan, where is is known as the [[Toyota bB]]. It is based on the [[Toyota Yaris]] platform, and it gets excellent gas mileage.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Scion xB Review]]'''.

===Recent Changes===
The [[Scion]] xB was introduced in 2004 and has undergone few exterior changes since then. For 2006, the audio system has received the most noticeable upgrade, with the inclusion of a Pioneer stereo and iPod connectivity.

===Styles and Major Options===
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[[Scion]] has made a reputation of its customizability, and the xB is no different. Although only one base model exists, available options are plentiful for mixing and matching. The engine is a 1.5L 103[[hp]] [[I-4]], and [[front wheel drive]] and a 5-speed [[manual transmission]] are both standard. There is an option for a 4-speed [[automatic transmission]]. Some of the standard features on the base model include the following:
*15" black steel wheels
*4-way sports seats
*Cloth interior, door trim, and headliner
*Metal-look dashboard insert
*Manual front air conditioning
*6-speaker Pioneer AM/FM/MP3/CD audio system
*First aid kit
*Power locks, windows, mirrors

===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Scion]] xB can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/scion/xb/prices CarsDirect].

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Base model
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''MSRP''
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$14,030
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''Invoice''
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$13,328
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===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

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'''MPG'''
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30/33
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30/34
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===Reliability===
Although the xB has only been out for a few years, the 2004 xB received an overall Green rating from Automotive Information Systems, indicating that it experienced minimal problems in all categories.

===Safety===
The [http://www.safercar.gov NHTSA] website categorizes crash test results for all Scion vehicles under Toyota and lists four stars for both the driver and passenger in the frontal impact test for the xB. In the side impact test, it lists three stars for the front seat and four for the rear for the 2006 xB. Earlier year models were not tested. According to [http://www.autos.com/autos/rankings_safety?cat=passenger_cars&segment=compact_cars&rank=safety&year=2006 Autos.com,] the xB ranks 8th in the Compact Car category for safety. Unfortunately, this ranking is compromised by the fact that, due to several ties at higher ranks, the xB is actually listed behind a total of 31 other vehicles.

Standard safety features include:
*[[Traction control]]
*[[Electronic stability control]]
*Front and rear anti-roll bars
*Four wheel [[anti-lock brakes]]
*Driver/Passenger front-impact [[airbag]]s
*Side impact bars
*Front seatbelt pretensioners

===Photos===
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===Colors===
A full list of colors for the [[Scion]] xB is viewable at [http://www.carsdirect.com/scion/xb/colors CarsDirect.com.] Some of the available combinations are:

'''Exterior'''
*Black Cherry Pearl
*Black Sand Pearl
*Camouflage Metallic
*Envy Green
*Polar White
*Salsa Red Pearl
*Shadow Mica
*Thunder Cloud Metallic
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'''Interior'''
*Dark Charcoal

===Main Competitors===
*[[Mazda Mazda3]]
*[[Toyota Prius]]
*[[Honda Civic]]
*[[Toyota Corolla]]
*[[Subaru Impreza]]
*[[Hyundai Elantra]]
*[[Volkswagen Jetta]]
*[[Nissan Sentra]]
*[[Ford Focus]]

==Hybrid Models==
There are currently no [[hybrid]] models of the xB in production.

==Unique Attributes==

==Resale Values==
According to [http://www.kbb.com Kelley Blue Book,] "the xB is expected to retain a good portion of its value, with a projected 66-percent residual value at 24 months and an impressive 51-percent residual at 48 months."

==Criticisms==
*"The automatic transmission downshifted constantly on hilly terrain, upshifting soon after, then downshifting again for more power. Like an old VW microbus, acceleration is a relative term." - Cars.com
*"About the only reason not to like the xB is if its styling turns you off." - Kelley Blue Book

==Current Generation: (2005–present)==
The xB was one of two models in the lineup of [[Toyota]]'s US-exclusive [[Scion (car)|Scion]] division present at the brand's [[2004]] launch (the other was the [[Scion xA|xA]], based on the [[Toyota ist]]). Both cars feature the [[Toyota NZ engine#1NZ-FE|1NZ-FE]] engine, rated at 108 [[HP|hp]] (81 kW) at 6000 rpm and 105 lb-ft of torque at 4200 rpm. Although Toyota expected the xA to sell better than the xB, the reverse was true, with the xB outselling its brother 2 to 1, possibly due to the xB's radical styling, and the xB's unique combination of van-like cargo and passenger space with a very compact size.

==Worldwide==
====Differences between the xB and the bB====
Besides the obvious change from right to left-hand drive, the front passenger area has changed significantly. The bB has a front bench seat and a [[column-mounted shifter]] for the [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] transmission. The xB, on the other hand, has 2 front bucket seats and a shifter mounted on the floor.

The available drivetrains also differ. The bB is available with either the 1.3 L [[Toyota_NZ_engine#2NZ-FE|2NZ-FE]] engine or the 1.5 L 1NZ-FE, mated exclusively to a 4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] transmission, with available all-wheel drive. The xB is only available with the 1NZ-FE, but offers both a 4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] or a 5-speed manual transmission. All-wheel drive is not offered on the xB.

==Design quirks and oddities==
The [[Transformer]] [[Alternator]]/[[Binaltech]] toy [[Skids]] transforms into a Scion xB. In Japan, he was repainted into Broadblaster ([[Blaster]]).

==Awards==

==See also==
{{Scion}}

==External links==
*[http://www.scion.com/showroom/xb/gallery/ Scion xB official webpage]
*[http://www.kadevelopment.com/ Kaizen Automotive Development - A Club of Scion Enthusiasts]
*[http://www.scionlife.com/ Forum dedicated to the Scion life, including the xB]
*[http://www.sciongeneration.com/scionxb.html Scion Generation - Scion xB Aftermarket]
*[http://www.clubxb.com/ Scion XB Forum - ClubXB]

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scion_xB Scion xB], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Scion_xB&action=history contributors].

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