2005 Scion xA Review
Fuel Economy
30 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Roomy and well equipped, the spunky Scion xA is one of the best buys for 2005 in the economy car segment.
Pros
Handles well for an economy car, lengthy standard equipment list, comfortable seats, easy to load cargo, better deal than Toyota's Echo.
Cons
The cool stuff costs extra, modest passing power with automatic transmission.
What's New for 2005
The Scion xA carries over unchanged for 2005. Sales are now nationwide.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Fantastic Car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
Review
We bought our Scion over 5 years ago. It has been VERY dependable and a lot of fun to drive! Visibility (I'm short) is very good!! My husband has taken it over...:)
Favorite Features
Looks, pick-up, stereo system
Suggested Improvements
Cruise control, moon roof as options
never have I loved like this
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Love this car! stylish, fun to drive, great fuel numbers and frankly the best car that I have ever owned. I drove many small and mid sized cars in my 2 year search and fell in love just sitting in this car. Then I drove it and was hooked. Looked for almost a year for right car at right price and am so happy that I finally found her. I will never drive another. This is it for me. WOW!
Favorite Features
great sound system, tight turns and easy to park. Interior space and set up is perfect. moves through gears smoothly and the pick up is amazing.
Suggested Improvements
sun roof
LOVE
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I traded in my 04 VW beetle for this car because I needed a small 4 door car. I've owned Ebony for almost a year now and I love her! So far I've needed 1 new tire, battery and ABS assembly in addition to the regular maintenance. The fuel economy is AMAZING! I love the way she handles, her roomy back door, how easy it is to park and so much more! I only have three complaints 1.No armrest 2.No cruise control 3. She has a weak A/C (in comparison to my beetle), which is hard with the FL summer heat.
Favorite Features
Hatchback=Huge Trunk Space (we fit a dryer in the back), Fuel economy, that it's a reliable Toyota, Good handling, Easy to park and Interior Layout
Suggested Improvements
armrest, cruise control, stronger A/C,and more than one cigarette outlet. Thanks to Zeta products I'll be fixing #1 for $95 and there's nothing that can be done for #2 and #3, excepting using a sun-shield.
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this to be a commuter car to and from work 70 miles a day and I have never regretted my decision. This is a great car. I have driven it long distance a couple of times and the ride is comfortable. You will be amazed on how much you can pack in the car 1,2, or none of the seats folded down. I already have put 88K on it, and look forward to the next 88K. I still love how small it is because it's so much easier and fun to weave thru traffic.
Favorite Features
Cruise, Stereo, Seats, fold down seats, rear hatch, and center dials
Suggested Improvements
No arm rests, but that is a problem for almost all toyotas except their minivans.
New owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Purchased 2 weeks ago with 16.5 k miles. The first 2 days the ride was hard; lowered the tire pressure to 29 and it improved. Love sitting up high; I have a bad back and this car sits like a small SUV. Very nimble and a great grocery getter. It is O.K. on the highway for perhaps a half day ride; it isn't a cross country vehicle. In town it is delightful if a bit stiff. It does not like pavement imperfections. I expect to keep it for many years. Everyone says it is cute. Good car for 1-2 people; the back seat is small. Good legroom up front. Easy to park. Oh, I am six feet, 200 pounds, and have gray hair.
Favorite Features
High seats. Legroom. Nimble. Love the hatch. Attractive small package.
Suggested Improvements
The replacement, the XD has less legroom and is not nearly as good looking. It does have more horsepower.
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