Used 2015 Scion iQ Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2015 iQ, so we've included reviews for other years of the iQ since its last redesign.
Smarter than Smart.
deansmith, 01/09/2012
2012 Scion iQ 2dr Hatchback (1.3L 4cyl CVT)
76 of 82 people found this review helpful
I traded in a 2008 Smart car on this 2012 IQ. A very smart move. This car is faster, more comfortable, more storage space, and seemingly better built. That last statement is based on hearing a "solid" sound when closing the doors. I also paid $18,800, because of the premium stereo, Sirius XM, fog lights, premium paint, fancy wheels, etc. This is NOT a stripped down econo-box...it rides, drives, and feels just like a "real" car.
Best in every category
solodriver, 02/21/2013
2013 Scion iQ 2dr Hatchback (1.3L 4cyl CVT)
63 of 68 people found this review helpful
I drive alone 99.9% of the time. I want the best value, the best MPG, the best zippy performance (I don't need a race car- I just want to zip around town, hitting corners fast and going up steep grades at 80+MPH when the mood strikes me), I want my phone, including all it does (Pandora Radio, podcasts, online streaming news radio, navigation system, etc.) to work seamlessly, I want a comfortable interior, I want to use regular gasoline, to be surrounded by airbags, and I don't want a car that looks fun and not like everyone else's car. The Scion iQ is the only one that offers ALL of this. The Fiat couldn't take the hills, gets 7MPG less and requires premium fuel and costs more...
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I love my lil iQ
amadcow2, 09/06/2012
2012 Scion iQ 2dr Hatchback (1.3L 4cyl CVT)
31 of 33 people found this review helpful
I was attracted to the iQ for the gas mileage at the onset, but quickly grew to admire the little car. The final decision to buy my iQ was made when my wife asked my children; 'What car do you see your dad driving?' The answer made my choice clear; 'The iQ' So I'm now driving a nice purple iQ with the following at time of purchase: Lowering Springs, Anti Sway Bar, Fog lights, Spoiler I put in the following aftermarket: Pioneer AVIC Z140BH, Injen Cold Air Intake I love my little iQ. It's peppy and handles very very well. I'm mostly happy with the gas mileage, knowing that it will get better as I break in the engine.
Micro Car Macro Ride! Really fun to drive.
QA, 02/28/2016
updated 09/05/2023
2013 Scion iQ 2dr Hatchback (1.3L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
One inexperienced car critic was too judgmental and people who expect an SUV in an 120 inch long car are not being fair or realistic. His review was the only one that used to come up on a search for reviews of the SCION IQ. This car drives great and I have had lots of BMW's Mercedes and Porches and Japanese cars. The CVT transmission works perfectly and is smooth and quiet. (A CVT operates differently than a traditional transmission so you should get acquainted before thinking you know anything about it.) Acceleration is more than adequate for freeway and passing. In town the car is in it's element. It accelerates fast if necessary but half throttle is all that is needed. Stopping is smooth and sure with the front discs brakes. The radio is is only soft spot but that is a minor thing. this car is designed to get you around an urban environment and enable you to park where the smallest spot exists. It succeeds in fabulous style. Inside the car looks and feels like a big car. Loosen the backseat head rests and the seat backs fold down giving tons of cargo space. You can put a 6 footer in the front passenger and another in the right back seat without touching knees but the left back seat leg room is shorter. Big deal since you didn't buy it to carry four people ... but you can easily. The mileage is going to be lower than the 36/37 but it is always lower than the government ratings. Mileage runs in the mid 30's depending on how much air is in the tires. Again there is no surprise there. You can get really high mileage but it depends on how you want to drive the car. The car looks great and people remark about it all the time. The stock wheels are some sporty alloys and the car looks fantastic. I am really pleased so far. UPDATE 9/2/2019 the car runs better than ever. Toyota maintenance costs are awesome since they rarely need any. I also own a 911 4S and a Raptor but really love driving the Scion because it is fun! UPDATE 9/4/23 I added a fog light kit, a pair of Hella alpine horns (loud!) and interior lighting over the back inside the hatch, as well as in the foot wells and replaced the interior convenience spot light with a bright LED. The inside lights up at night! THEN the car was stolen! Police recovered it a month later. The result is a new paint job and repairs to body damage. The lock electronics are being updated too, to make sure the key requires a chip to start the car. I also learned, reading another review, there was really only one reviewer that threw shade on the SCION but his ignorant review was the only one that ever popped up when googling reviews of the car. Well the damage was done to the reputation. Too bad we can't write a review on ignorant arrogant reviewers that want expensive and exotic. Really, why can't review sites provide a reader feedback rating so the publication can learn how the writers are received by the readers?
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toyota3000, 01/12/2014
updated 07/12/2017
2014 Scion iQ Scion 10 Series 2dr Hatchback (1.3L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Good little car, great mileage, Toyota reliability, easy to park.
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