2006 Scion xB Consumer Reviews

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Written by: lag on 06/13/2009

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

i really like this car, mostly for its height. getting out i only need to swivil and stand up. i bought it used, i think the previous owner beat it up. its new to me but i just tested the mileage andonly got 26mph, very disappointing,will try to find out why. my criticisms are 1. the only headlight is inadaquite, should have one over the front. 2. needs alot of rm. to park if you need to open the back,3. a little too noisy, and i bought it with a cracked windshield. didnt know it was a cronic problem. but i love how much you can see, lots of window space. also all the little spaces to hold things, fall all over the place. not deep enough. i love toyot, cant imagine driving any thing el

Favorite Features

seat height, roomy,good colors. love the shape. you cant beat a toyota, i prey its the same good quality.

Suggested Improvements

front interior light, my passenger seats dont lay completely flat. better storage compartments, key on glove compartment.

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Fun but watch the windshield.

Written by: NJ on 06/12/2009

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

8th Toyota product. Bought for price, fuel economy and room. Not disappointed on any of the three.

Favorite Features

Massive passenger room! Stick really makes car move. ipod hook up is nice. Have 3 teenage children who fit no problem. May be challenge for young children who demand "Bundles" to accompany them.

Suggested Improvements

Fix cracked windshield problem. Very common (check internet). Got free replacement from Toyota after complaining. Wished cruise control was offered. Sun Visors are too small for side windows. The should have slide out device like my old PT Cruiser. Be aware of rocking when behind 18 wheelers.

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So Its not what I thought It would be

Written by: Stephenub on 06/11/2009

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought it from the dealership used, and it was upgraded with Limo Tint, and nice 18' inch rims and tires. Well, I dont know if the problems I have had with the car are the manufacturers fault, or maybe the fact that I have 18' wheels on a car that normally has 14'.But, the ride is NOT smooth at all. Its insanely bumpy at times, especially living in Southern California, and having pot holes everywhere. There have been many MANY times Ive muted my sound because I thought for sure I ran someone/something over because its so loud. Also, the MPG is a lot lower then I thought it would be, I get about 220-250 miles per tank.

Favorite Features

Sound System, Bucket Seats, and enterior space

Suggested Improvements

Quieter ride, an arm rest, and Somewhere to put a GPS system if you decide to buy one.

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throw away car

Written by: dan on 06/03/2009

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Ok I'm not going to say whats bad because I will be here for hours. I'm just gonna say whats good reliability and mpg and that's it.

Favorite Features

when the bumpers fall off in the rain

Suggested Improvements

Just about everything and I'm sure that why they came out with the new one

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Exterior Design Flaw

Written by: OneDriver on 04/01/2009

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

The front and back end designs are poor. The front end drags on anything too high, pulls the front end bumper and grill off very easily. Then, the plastic fasteners break, leaving the front end hanging. Pushed back in, even the wind can pull it off. Dangerous. Should be a recall.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Front and rear end design changes.

2 out 10 people found this review helpful

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GREAT CAR...

Written by: Dan on 02/14/2009

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have long been a Toyota fan and loved this little "xbox" from the get go. I purchased mine a year ago and I have really enjoyed it. I am a big guy and I find that most cars are uncomfortable and cramped. Not so with this one!!! I can sit in the front or back and have plenty of head and leg room. I work as a REALTOR and all of my clients are surprised by the roominess of my xB. Mine has the TRD cold air intake and exhaust, so I have improved horsepower and gas mileage. I average about 30 in town and I have gotten 38 on the highway, while loaded with 4 people, and luggage, driving at 80 mph. This car had my full approval and gets a great big thumbs up!!!

Favorite Features

Power windows, power locks, pioneer stereo system, passenger room, cargo room, GAS MILEAGE.

Suggested Improvements

I like mine just the way it is.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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I would buy another....

Written by: oldskool55 on 12/08/2008

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I looked at Honda, Hyundai and Toyota cars and suv's and the xb won hands down. My local dealers didn't have any in stock so I found mine at seeger Toyota in St. Louis, mo. I flew in and my salesman even picked me up at the airport and was truly a great guy that had my xb washed and full of fuel. I am in my 50s and own and drive street rods and race cars I still have a blast driving my little"xbox" I also get a chuckle out of the other old guys that don't get it.

Favorite Features

The gauge pod and all the cubby holes for maps,glasses and stuff not to mention all of the space for my Mastiff to ride in style and comfort.

Suggested Improvements

The front bumper lower valance is too easy to damage and thats easy to forgive.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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It Fits Me!

Written by: Josephus on 11/28/2008

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)

Review

My 2006 Scion xB is definitely a "fun car" to own and drive. It fits me like a comfortable pair of shoes, handles reasonably well -- no, exceptionally well for a car of its size, engine & transmission -- in both city traffic and on the interstates, and never fails to elicit comments even from complete strangers. When I pay attention to the tach, I can generally get almost 30 mpg in stop and go city traffic, barring a complete traffic jam, and almost 34 mpg on long trips at sustained speeds up to 75 mph if I keep the tach at or under 3000 rpm.

Favorite Features

The zinger when I bought my Scion xB was its headroom. I am 6'3" with most of my height being in my torso; but, lack of headroom is a problem even with most full-size cars. I fit the Scion xB; I can sit up straight in the driver's seat and still several inches headroom.

Suggested Improvements

I agree with the complaint about the faux lowrider trim; the front end snags on most sidewalks and curb bumpers. Raise it or delete it! Toyota relies too heavily on cardboard wheel wells and front bumper supports; even plastic would be better! Put the audio jack on the dash not in the console.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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My Little Box Car

Written by: sigjuliussen on 10/13/2008

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Love this car. I get 31.5 MPG all city driving. Just had first snow fall and this car handles great. I'm 6'4" and 310 lbs and I fit fine in front or back seat. Best small car it you need to hall big people. I have fit 4 6'+ adults.

Favorite Features

MPG and Comfort for big people

Suggested Improvements

None

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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What a great car!

Written by: Bubba K on 10/12/2008

Vehicle

2006 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 5M)

Review

So glad I bought this thing before the new one came out (yuck!). It's the best car I've ever had. Fun to drive, gets good mileage, extremely useful to haul large objects, I could go on and on. You can even push the front seat to connect the back and take a nap. This is not a performance vehicle, so don't expect much of that. With the stick, it merges just fine on the freeway. My only gripe is the cheap plastic faux-lowrider crap around the outside of the car. If you want a great little car that's a blast to drive, this is a good choice.

Favorite Features

5 spd stick, huge interior, good handling, good mileage, decent stereo, all power, traction control, ABS, Stability Control, reliability.

Suggested Improvements

a/c is weak, cleaner exhaust, better mileage (new Xb is a thumbs down!), airbags all around (now in new Xb), raise the plastic lowrider wannabe crap tacked all around the car up a few inches, or just take it off completely. I hope Toyota makes a better Xb than what they have in '08.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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