2008 Scion xD Consumer Reviews Page 12

What fun!

Written by: kstroup on 10/21/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This is a great, funky car. Because of the driver position I feel like I'm driving an SUV, but it handles like a sporty little car! Plenty of room for passengers. Has great pickup when you need to accelerate fast. Good gas mileage for a non-hybrid vehicle (averaging 33 MPG and I drive mostly city).

Favorite Features

The driver's seat is up high and gives you a great view of the road. Back seat has "flat" leg space so there is no hump for the person sitting in the middle.

Suggested Improvements

I wish the cargo/trunk space was larger - if they extended the back of the car a few more inches it would do wonders for storage space.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Scion xD - Impressive little hatchback

Written by: ndave on 10/18/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I'll admit it. I didn't want to look inside this vehicle. However, I bought one. I started by looking at small, affordable econosized cars. I test drove Mazda3 hatchback, Honda Fit and Civic, Toyota Yaris, Corolla (CE, LE, SE) and Matrix. Scion xD offers a smooth ride that picks up nicely and gets you to where you need to go. It's a true city car. Small, compact, affordable and gas economical. Excellent gas ratings (>35mpg), is comfortable in the inside, and is extremely user-friendly. The seats fold down flat in the back. It can haul a ton of stuff; or seat 5 (normal weight) persons very comfortably. Car feels "euro" designed. It's an urbanized car that can get around a city easily.

Favorite Features

Standard power doors/windows, cruise control, music/vol controls on steering wheel. Comfortable seats and spacious interior, rear seats fold flat, upgraded stereo, 6 speakers, 2 aux outputs, front and side curtain airbag, good safety ratings + reliability ratings, pure pricing, black interior.

Suggested Improvements

It may be bumpy/bouncy on unpaved roads, and there may be increased cabin noise on the freeway. Interior may feel dark at night. Windows may feel small in back. The Pioneer "joystick" may be difficult to navigate. Overall I love this car so far!

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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What a freaking fun car!!!

Written by: Jamie on 10/13/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I love this car! I test drove the Yaris, the Chevy Aveo and the Corolla and then my salesperson introduced me to the Scion xD. I loved it from the moment I test drove it. I have never smiled during a test drive, but the xD just is fun! I couldn't help it. The standard upgrades like great stereo and iPod hook ups are really great. The get up and go power is much better than the other vehicles that I compared it with. Also the interior room is much more spacious. I wasn't really fond of the interior black color at first, but I have really come to like it. The standard safety features are really nice too. Also, the pure price deal makes the buying process so much easier! I love my scion!

Favorite Features

Stereo. Safety features. Get up and go power. AC works great. The look of the car. Great gas mileage.

Suggested Improvements

The back cargo space is rather small but workable.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Ideal compact car for runabout in city

Written by: Rose on 10/04/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I live in the city and have a compact garage where only a very few cars could fit easily. With this in mind I bought the Scion xD. This little car has a "big car" feel to it, drives well, has the Toyota assured reliability. I say "Go for it!!"

Favorite Features

I love the external appearance of my silver color automatic.

Suggested Improvements

Make the rear window wider if possible.

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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On the roads of California

Written by: ACV on 10/01/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

A bit noisy when driving past 50 MPH but otherwise a perfect car with lots of great features like a perfect sound system and the abs and airbags throughout features.

Favorite Features

Style and sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Make the car a little more insulated from the tire noise when driving fast.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Amazing!!

Written by: xD on 09/27/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I love my xD, it's my 1st new car. I upgraded from a 91 Acura Integra GS. I love that the Scion looks little but in the inside I feel tall. That was one thing I was worried about when getting a subcompact car, but the standard side curtain airbags are a plus safety feature. It is a little noisy but it has an amazing pioneer stereo system that covers it up. I love in simple instrument panel. It records my MPG. I got 33.2 MPG on my 1st tank!!

Favorite Features

I love being able to control my iPod through the pioneer stereo system. I love the audio control on the steering wheel. I love feeling tall in my little Scion xD.

Suggested Improvements

It's meant to seat 5 but I don't think 3 people can seat in the back comfortably. The cargo area can use a little but more room. The iPod control knob on the stereo is very delicate if you're trying to search for a song it starts from the beginning if you stop for 3 seconds, it can get annoying.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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I love this car!

Written by: Betsy on 09/14/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I got my xD for a long commute - I drive 1000 miles a week on average. My gas mileage is consistently 35+ mpg on the highway, 32-34 overall. It's a little noisy, but responsive and smooth. It's cute as anything; people are always turning to check out my car! I've never owned a hip car before. A little more cargo space would be nice. The stereo controls are great, and I love that cruise control comes standard. I wish the fuel gauge was a little more attention-getting. Sometimes I don't notice that I'm low on gas until it's been flashing for a while; it's not very bright. I actually ran out of gas on my first tank... then again, I should pay more attention!

Favorite Features

Great stereo and safety features. Side curtain airbags (a.k.a. Hummer Protection). I feel tall, even though it's a sub-compact car. I love the dual glove compartments, too. And it's so cute!! I love it.

Suggested Improvements

There's not a comfortable armrest anywhere, and the headrest is a bit awkward. Kind of a big blind spot.

30 out 31 people found this review helpful

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2008 Scion xD

Written by: Princess on 09/14/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I was torn between the Scion xD and the Honda Fit. I am glad I got the Scion xD. I like being higher up and the xD feels like a more solid car. All the cars were coming with the upgraded radio, but don't be fooled into buying something you don't want. It was easy and quick to order it my way and have the regular radio put in at the arrival port in Jacksonville. That $389 will pay for my window tinting. The only extras I ordered were the electronic stability control & floor/cargo mats. Every other thing I wanted was included in the basic model. It is a fun car and easy to drive and park. I drove a Chevy Cavalier for 22 years and now am a Scion fan. Great value for the money.

Favorite Features

Small footprint but feels big inside and high up. I can see the world again.

Suggested Improvements

I would have liked a lighter color interior.

12 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Great driving, even in two feet of water

Written by: shamanza on 09/11/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Just drove this car today during a torrential storm. It was like driving an SUV. Whatever the reviews say, take one for a drive and see for yourself. Where else can you get Vehicle Stability Control, a Toyota Corolla engine, great sound, a cool look and a hatchback to boot for quite a good price? It's a great little car, for the money.

Favorite Features

Black exterior, iPod connector, comfortable seats, great sound.

Suggested Improvements

Armrest.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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New Scion xD Rocks!

Written by: joey on 09/08/2007

Vehicle

2008 Scion xD 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I've had the 2008 Scion xD automatic for 2 wks and it is a pure pleasure to drive! Fun in the city! It twists a lot of heads! MPG: city 28-30 mpg, on the highway, avg'd 36.5 mpg. I just love driving this car. It is roomy for 4 adults. Fantastic stereo sound w/std Pioneer radio.

Favorite Features

Attractive styling inside and out. New 1.8 engine has great pick-up. Great stereo sound. The dash and instrumentation is a great improvement over the xA. Very comfortable seats in front. Std side curtain and side front seat airbags are big plus and safety features.

Suggested Improvements

Blind spots with the wide rear pillars behind back seats. Engine noise. I would also tweak the arrangement of the instrumentation design and layout for even a more attractive dash for future model years. Overall though, this is a pure pleasure of a vehicle to drive and to experience.

18 out 18 people found this review helpful

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