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Great car
lk4d4, 04/04/2013
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
42 of 46 people found this review helpful
Bought my 06 tC in may 2006 with 53 miles on it, now up to 210,000+ miles. No major issues what so ever. I still have the original car battery, which is impressive. I did have to add some distilled water into it after 6 years, no big feat there. I have a short RAM intake, Borla axle back exhaust, which after adding bumped my MPG to about 31-33 hwy. Most of my driving is hwy, my daily commute is 60 mi each way. and I drive frequently from San Diego to Sacramento, roughly 550 mi each way. The tC is comfortable enough to drive the whole way with no problems. I'm 5'10". Very easy to maintain. Easy access to the oil filter, I always check the placement of that on cars before buying.
Great Car
enginerdtrav, 03/13/2014
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I bought my car new in 2006 with 20 miles on it. I now have put 170,000 miles on it and the only issue I have had is the trunk handle breaking, which is a very common problem. Other than that it has run perfectly and not cost me an extra penny beyond standard maintenance. I'm going to keep driving it until the tires fall off which probably won't be for awhile. I certainly have gotten my money out of this car.
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Love It!
Melanie, 10/29/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
The Scion tC is an absolutely wonderful car. You can't beat the price for the performance. I always have a lot of fun driving my Scion. I would recommend to anyone. I love styling and the way it handles. If you love to drive you will love this car.
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djmcruz, 05/11/2010
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
MY 2006 Scion tc . ROCKS! 115,000 miles on it. The only thing replaced so far were Brakes,Tires every 50,000 and synthetic oil changes every 5,000.and what ever the services needed. The car does have a couple of squeeks and rattles but in all GREAT car.
College Student with Hopes
soros151, 11/16/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Since I saw this vehicle I fell in love with it. At first I found the shifting to be quite smooth, but since I changed the shifter it has a "racer" feeling. Don't get me wrong, I don't street race, I'm truly against it and I work with one association against it. The car feels nimble enough to take on any vehicle, yet balanced enough to be comfortable on the road. If you want an economic car, for under $20,000 and still be able to enjoy going to the track, then this is your car. Don't believe me? Go try one now.
2006 tC 218K miles
John, 04/09/2018
updated 10/09/2020
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This car is GREAT in most areas. I have had it for 6 years and put 118k miles on it. No maintenance except normal wear and tear. What's not so great is: the car is noisy, the sound dampening is nonexistent. The ride is harder than it should be. The main thing that is infuriating is that it is impossible to see the speedometer/tach/gas/temp in the day time as the instruments are recessed too much. If the car and the sun have the "right" aspect you can see the guages but turn a corner and you can't. However I love this car.
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Worth every penny
luvcars32, 04/09/2012
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Racked up 112,000 mile on my '06 tC, and never had 1 mechanical issue with it! I replaced the clutch after 80,000 miles, and that's it. Truth be told, this is a fun little car to drive and I beat on mine quite a bit. The reason for my review is, I was weary about Scion, because they were new. I bought it because it's a Toyota. Since they had done away with their sporty cars, I took my chances on this. I'm so glad I did. It was maintained with proper flushes, oil changes, tires and brakes, and never had gave me any mechanical issues.
Years of Homework Pay Off
Steve C, 12/26/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
When looking for a new car, I had a little list of things that I was looking for 1) Looks 2) Reliability 3) Good gas mileage 4) Fun to drive. The car that always seemed to stand out was the Scion tC. What put the tC over the top for me was the Release Series 2.0. The color is awesome and the alcantara seats are just as great. Mechanically, the car is solid. It's definitely not a sports car, but drives extremely smoothly and quiet. Its handling is OK, but accurate. There is a lot more room on the inside than it looks. The back seats have tons of leg and hip room, but the head room is a little lacking. This is a great daily driver that gives you what you need and some stuff you want without costing a ton. If you see many tCs on the road, it's for a reason.
Excelent!!
bayoan, 05/18/2015
updated 05/18/2016
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
The car is really comfortable up front and at the back, except in the middle. The steering feels great but the ride is stiff. Still, that is great for higher speeds. Peppy engine and tranny with 167000 miles still responds beautifully. Everything seems to fit nicely. The mpg is not great could be better.
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just ok
cnby, 08/24/2011
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
We bought our silver TC in March 06 brand new. I will just list the pros then cons. Pros are it is fun and sporty to drive. It is a cheap sports car that is good on gas and reliable. We have replaced only the brakes thus far and normal maintenance. It currently has 120K miles. It is of average comfort. The cons are it is cheaply made. Any little thing that has touched it has left a dent. Also the paint on the side mirrors started chipping off in fall of 2007. The paint on the body is fine but the paint on the side mirrors is now 50 % gone. The rear handle to the hatchback broke completely off after 4 yrs. The sunroof button has to be tapped now to close the sunroof completely. Good overall.
Nice Car
fbraz19, 01/13/2011
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in July of 2006. It's been a nice little car for me. I opted for the manual as a personal preference. I also opted for the iPod stereo upgrade, was not standard in this model year. It's been a great little car with the exception of a few items. The rear hatch latch came completely off on this car just before the 30k mile warranty was up and the dealer replaced it. The struts for said hatch have worn out and I had to buy new ones, I opted for ordering these from out of state due to cost. Keep in mind that I open the hatch at least 2 times a day 5 days a week for the last 4 years. Other then these two items mechanically the car has been great. Brakes/Rotors replaced once.
Tango-Charlie
carnut1973, 01/26/2011
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased my Scion tC brand new for $15,900 (manual transmission)...an outstanding value for that price. Only thing I added was the rear wing, aluminum shift knob and the aluminum pedal covers. Decent styling in and out, good on gas, fun to drive and very reliable. Seating was comfortable for a long drive and the performance was decent for an economy-priced car. Where the economy-priced traits showed up were in interior noise, squeaks and rattles and poor paint quality--at least with the dark purple paint. Perhaps the lighter colors (i.e. white or silver) would wear better.
Happy with My Tc
DAD, 11/28/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is just plain fun to drive, I have had it for about six months and now even my wife (who swears by her F-350 diesel) likes driving it. The car handles very well and while it isn't race ready it moves very well. I am not sure I would buy this in an automatic but I sure like the 5-speed. The sound system is good and there are a lot of nice features. More importantly, there are very few options - the car came with everything I wanted and more.
rattling noise in the trunk
Csaba, 03/22/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my Scion tC last October. I drive it every day in the city and on the highway and still feel the thrill every time I get in it. It's like you slip into it first time at the dealership, except now you know what to expect of its on road performance. I've also experienced the rattling noise and it is easy to fix. I found that the noise caused by the trunk cover's short plastic pins (on both sides) sitting and rattling in their sockets. Flip up the cover and put some soft material in the sockets, such as a piece of felt, rubber or just wrap a little (black electric) tape around the pins before you push them back in the sockets. Make it well fit and that should solve the problem.
Still in Love
Wendi, 10/26/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Even after 15 months of ownership, this car never fails to please. How many cars are this versatile, inexpensive, fun to drive, and gorgeous to look at? The tC is both quick and fuel efficient (I get 28 mpg city). It handles beautifully (even in snow) and is comfortable - my kids love the reclining back seats! With the seats down, the tC functions like a truck, I've hauled an 8 ft. Christmas tree, surfboards, bicycles, you name it! There's plenty of leg room, and the double glass roof visually expands the interior. This car delivers performance, practicality, and style equal to the snob-appeal brands at almost half the price. I've driven everything from a Mercedes to an RX-7 and this car tops them all.
Good car until the last 18 months
katthulhu, 01/07/2015
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand-spanking new- I built it on the website and then waited 4 months for my customized tc to be delivered to me straight off the boat. It never got more than about 20 mpg city at best. The trunk/hatchback handle/plate broke off just like everyone else's. The a/c went out at 45k miles. Other than that, this car was reliable & easy to maintain for the first 90k. I've kept up with all the scheduled maintenance plus have done extras. After 90k, everything went to s***! The clutch and both cylinders went out, one of the motor mounts broke. It only has 97k currently, and I still need to put at least $3k of work into it to get it back to decent operating condition. Buyer beware!
Affordable, Reliable and Sporty-Looking
megster, 04/22/2011
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
has been a great car for me for the past 5 years. It has 75k on it and i've only changed the breaks & tires once. never had any pricey maintenance problems or any engine problems! my car has only had some weird fix-it-yourself issues like the windshield molding coming off (glued that back on), sunroof not closing (i tap it instead of pressing it down and it closes), driver's seat chair catching on track (used melted chapstick to fix), and the hatch release piece almost breaking off (bolted extra bolts in the interior to keep it on). But i can't express how RELIABLE and LOW COST this cars been. i wish it had a sportier suspension tho! also, looks like a teen car and i'm in my late 20s!
79K and all major parts needed replacement
Tom Jackson, 02/01/2016
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
Every plastic piece in the interior that can snap has. And of course the exterior rear lift/license plate cover has too. Also cracked lower front cladding when almost new just by tapping a curb. Very comfortable seats, even in the back. Great ergonomics, instrumentation, and electronics for 2006. Audio quite good. Noise is completely tire related - originals and Goodyears were terrible. Michelin Pilots are great. In town mileage is terrible - ~17 at best. Have gotten 30 on long trips. Mechanicals quality are terrible: have replaced - brakes and rotors x2, tires x3, clutch, And now needs a new transmission (bearings and shifter linkage) at 79K. Would NEVER buy another Scion or Toyota ever, despite everyone I know who has one feeling the opposite. Have had a Nissan and 2 Hondas and will be going back to them.
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A Trap!
esantiago1, 11/25/2012
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
16 of 26 people found this review helpful
I got my Scion last year and I was honestly pretty proud. However under all the hood there's a horrible secret that Toyota has been hiding. After 80,000 there is a serious coolant leak issue where the threads of the block weaken around the gaskets. It's caused by normal wear and tear and is a prominent scion issue that comes with a minimum $2,000-$3,000 dollar price tag! Toyota refuses to take any responsibility with the issue and refuses to recall Scions BUT they did do recalls on Camrys for the exact same issue... It's a shame that such a nice car has to come to such a disappointing end and Toyota simply ignores the problem.
Sporty, Reliable, Fun to Drive!
jordan, 09/10/2019
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Only common issue on certain TC is the hatch handle breaking but it can either be fixed entirely or just glued and it will be fine. Only other issue I have that is weird is some buttons for my climate controls only work sometimes. I have drove mine since 183,000 miles and have so far gotten in within a year to 189,000 miles. It is a fun car to modify and have fun with. And not very many things go wrong with it. i highly recommend one to people that want a sport car but can't exactly afford one or need a sporty car that is more practical. Great first car as well, this was my first car and I am very happy with my purchase!
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Love It!
Bre, 09/27/2017
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car. I have never had any issues besides the vibrating and flat tires from my own mistakes. It's good on fuel, especially where I live. Smooth driving and easy controls. I can't review the center console electronics because the last owners took horrid care of it. It's a perfect first car and a good buying decision.
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More for the Money
Sean Carroll, 12/16/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Like the title says, the Scion tC offers a lot for the money. I have owned my car for about a year and a half now and I couldn't ask for more. The Scion community is amazing and the products and support they offer as upgrades are top of the line. The ease and ability to customize the tC has to be my favorite selling point. I have since added an xB to the family as well as quite a few modifications. Please take the time to test drive this model, you won't regret it.
Love This Car!
Mommy of 2, 10/08/2010
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I Traded in my huge SUV and bought my scion used. It had 47,000 on it and runs great. I have 2 small girls 8 and 6. No problem getting them in and out. Booster seat fits fine. also had my friends baby in the back with my girls. well enough room for all car seat i was shocked. Fun to drive. kids love moon roof in the back. Only thing i notice is A/C is not to cold, but i think it just need flushed. I live in Oregon and Have no problems in rain with this car handles so well. no complaints!
TC heaven
sdsu12, 11/12/2011
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great road handling small sport car. If you do not enjoy sport cars do not buy this car. Interior is small, only 2 doors and hard to get people in the back seat. This car is good for two people to drive around town. My doughter currently drives this car but she now is 22 and wants a small SUV. I might keep it for the weekend driving in SOCAL.
What is Wrong With the Car
John Markle, 12/29/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After owning the Scion tC for over a year I think that this car is an awesome car to get and is the best car for the price range it is in. I have many suggested improvements, but the car is in my opinion much better than the Civic (my brother owns one and I have driven it in comparison) or any other car in the market. My main suggestion is that if you are getting a manual transmission to be aware that a new set of tires would be a great investment due to its ability to peel out easily.
Drove It And Gifted It
jayadler1, 06/23/2008
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
June 22, 2008 Let me preface my remarks by clearly indicating that I am very high on Toyota and at my age cannot remember how many Corollas and Camrys I have owned and enjoyed as being totally reliable and satisfying in every aspect of design and and engineering. The chronicle of events with my Scion purchase I think was unique to say the least. I really only had one solitary reason for giving it away after about 1 year of driving it and I am suggesting that the logic was personal and not applicable to all Scion drivers I never sat in the car before purchase. I am a man who is 190 lbs and wears a 44 Suit. Nobody has ever suggested a need for weight loss.That means I need a lot of room. jayadler1
Solid car
pakman7, 06/26/2011
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had it for 5+ years and it was my 1st big purchase after college. It's been good but I've had similar problems as some of the other posts written. Biggest problem was water pump going out at 67k, luckly it didn't heat and part was inexpensive. read trunk latch broke off, sunroof doesn't close all the way unless I hold down the wind blocker. Front seats don't go back to original position when accessing the back seat. Fun to drive tho and fairly roomy for a coupe, great on gas (avg 27 mpgs for me). The car also comes with good options in a standard package and has retained its value. Which is good cuz I'm ready to move on from coupes, tired of 2 doors and poor vision in coupes.
The tC (tooCool)
Me., 06/07/2005
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
well, this car has been pretty reliable, it's fun to drive, and it gets...decent gas mileage. and i mean decent. it gets 23 mpg, city or highway, always. yeah. not as good as i'd hoped but oh well. basically it's a good car, fun, reliable, safe.
Fun!
susan, 10/10/2016
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
You won't regret buying this car!
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Fun car but NOT worth it! READ.
shehob11, 02/01/2013
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
After one year of purchase I am selling for another Honda. My accord was totaled so I bought this. Bad mistake. This car is built very cheap and if you look hard enough you will very clearly see it. Driving it overtime you will see many things you hate. The moon-roof whistles so loud and there is no fix, embarrassing to have friends point out how annoying it is. But the worst thing yet is the MPG. averages between 22-26 and that's it! The rating is 19mpg for city! Just awful. Seriously look into another car before buying. Just test drive a Honda and you will immediately notice how bad the TC quality is.
It’s a corolla with an attitude problem
Jeremy, 05/01/2016
updated 05/01/2018
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 13 people found this review helpful
I recently sold this car after owning it two years. After owning a real car, I realized how awful this one is. It accelerates like a bloated whale. Because it’s a corolla with 3700lbs of garbage in it. Even with no power, it still only gets 21mpg combined. That’s pathetic. It only has two airbags. The seats are covered in an awful mesh that feels terrible. The center console is straight out of a corolla and equally as useless. Gearbox is clunky and began to lockout gears at 135k miles. Clutch is whatever. Just a corolla clutch. Electric throttle is unresponsive. The alternator core failed at 142k miles, right around the same time it sprung three large oil leaks. The trunk is electronic release for some reason. So if it doesn’t fall off which it does often, when the battery or alternator fail you lose your trunk. Rear seats might as well not exist. No room back there for anything. Cheap plastic dash means lots of rattles at higher miles. The dash cluster is a nice blue. I like that. But the indicator lights are a blinding white, so at night the high beams work great but you still can’t see because the high beam indicator blinds you. I had to put duct tape over it so I could actually see in low light conditions. CV Joints failed twice in 30k miles. Burns oil like mad. The car imo looks nice. It’s really disappointing that a car that looks so nice is so awful. If you’re on the market for a cheap economy car, just buy a corolla. That’s all this is, just with an attitude problem and a whored up frame. Do. Not. Buy. There’s a reason why Toyota killed Scion. They’re crap.
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Never let me down
Heather Pelley, 09/02/2016
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Reliable car, great price point, never had any big issues. It does consume quite a bit of oil in between oil changes so I add a few quarts here and there but no other real problems. I took several long road trips in this car and always felt safe. The only complaint I have is that there is a HUGE blind spot on the passenger side so you really have to turn your head and look, you cannot rely on the side view mirror.
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mb, 06/22/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I had a 2005 Scion tC that i just wrecked and totaled out about a week ago. I hit another car doing 45 mph and aside from being knocked unconcious from the airbags for about 15 min, I got only one minor scrach from the knee airbag as my only injury. I actually opened the door and walked away with no help at all. I give this car GREAT marks on saftey and performance and I'm about to get another to replace my toatled one. As for the people that talk bout gas, IT'S A SPORTS CAR! I averaged 30 mpg and NEVER under 28. This is the BEST car for the money. I love the car!
Very Fun to Drive
nkparimi, 12/08/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I'm pretty happy with my decision to buy a tC. It's great fun to drive, handles well, and I adore its looks. I got a rear spoiler, which improves its looks even more. I drive to work every day, and living in a city a coupe comes handy. Of course it could use a little more torque or hp (well, most cars could), but I would like to point out that I often find myself making turns on the highway at over 60 mph. It took me a while to get used to the gearbox (revving up to higher rms makes the gear shifts much smoother). And did I mention the gorgeous sunroof/moonroof?
wisconsin driver
Jon Cirilli, 12/02/2019
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2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
live in central Wisconsin. 118,000 miles with no rust. Only changed the alternator, Still has original exhaust. Why this isn't rated among best 'used cars;--I don't know
Worth More Than It Costs
Kat from Atlanta, 02/15/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had a 95 Chevy Camaro that had become very problematic and so I purchased a tC to replace it. The tC had the sporty look I wanted without a high price. The car rides very well and accelerates quickly. It was also nice to be able to customize it to make it personal and also to ensure that the additions would fit properly. The car blocks out a lot of outside noise. When I pull into my garage the sound of my dogs barking are now only a muffle. To top it off, Scion cars have been noted to be very reliable so it's great to know that this car can get me around safely. I definitely recommend this car to anyone who wants a lot of features and reliability without having to pay a fortune.
Not happy at all with it
stevet777, 04/03/2014
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 16 people found this review helpful
We bought a 2006 Scion tc 6 months ago. It had 50,000 miles on it so we thought it would be a good dependable car for us. First off the gas mileage is horrible for a car this size. We have gotten 26 at best averaging 24. The seats are not comfortable on long trips. We have had several check engine lights come on where the mechanic could find nothing wrong. Last night my wife was driving it home and noticed smoke billowing out from under the hood. We took it to a mechanic and found out that it needs a new motor because of a common problem with the head and block. The price tag to fix this is over $6000. This is a common issue that I found out Toyota refuses to recall and take care of.
Scion tC, Center Console FIRE!
kelswer, 11/18/2006
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 11 people found this review helpful
All around this is a nice car but...its reliability is poor! An iPod plugged in to the center console (designed and factory installed by Toyota) caught fire and caused over $8,000 worth of repairs NOT COVERED BY MY WARRANTY. Toyota blamed it on the iPod which miraculously STILL WORKS! We were told that Toyota had never had any problems with this. My thoughts...there is ALWAYS A FIRST ONE! We will never buy another Toyota.
Just a great car
Donald, 06/29/2005
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have enjoyed driving this vehicle since the first test drive. It has all the capability's of sports car, and the looks of an expensive luxury coupe. People do not believe the price I paid. Took it on its first road trip (a 1600 mile round trip). Having cruise control on a 5sp was nice. From full (F) to very close to empty (E), i was over 410 miles before i filled up. The added performance parts made by toyota and put on by toyota does not affect the warranty, which makes the little extra power and performance handling awesome. Oh yeah, how could i forget the reclining back seat. unbelievable.
Items to be aware of...
Anjanette, 02/05/2010
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought our tC new. We do love it but there are some build quality issues that need to be dealt with. The back panel, at the trunk release, broke off. The C-pillar air bag covers have popped off. The vent fan squeals and sometimes has stopped (that's fun in the blazing summer). Our breaks needed to be replaced at 33k miles and we don't drive hard or jam our foot into them. The tires are low profile and develop breaks in the sidewall radials easily if a hole or other bump is hit just right. The tires are also expensive and don't gain traction well on wet pavement and easily break loose. With continued use the seats don't stay in place when slid forward when accessing the back seat.
Sweetness
Eric, 06/27/2005
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
How much better could a 17000 car get? It is the best value around.
Great Car-@ a great price
Dave, 06/25/2005
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had the car for almost a year and love it! I am getting better milage than the EPA. On trips I get from 31 to 34 MPG (EPA rated at 29 hwy) The only item I would change is to add a 6 speed. On the HWY another gear would be nice.
Scion Warranty is Worthless
PIssed Off, 09/26/2008
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
2006 Scion TC, normal usage, 23k miles and clutch goes out. Scion claims "wear & tear" and totally walks away from their warranty. I will never buy another Toyota/Scion product again!
Cheap Stylish Ride
Spectacularjax, 03/12/2010
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Ok here is the deal. I always wanted a fast sporty car, which this car is. However it is basically a toy. It is kind of like the old honda civics that were made to play with. Parts easily pop off and on for accessorizing, which is lots of fun. The trunk is poorly made, if you live in New England like I do, and it snows it is very difficult to lift the trunk, so you need to clean all the snow off before even trying. Sometimes the trunk ( with no snow on it ) closes by itself and hits you right in the head. The handle to the trunk pops right off and unless you have package tape it will dangle and eventually fall off. Tires are thin and don't last too long, head room, not good for tall people.
I Love my Scion
JBo, 06/29/2005
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I would've easily paid A LOT more. I am still amazed they are priced so low ...and the extras that are included ...wow! I traded in a 3 year old $50,000+ vehicle for the scion and don't regret it.
Scion tC rules!!!!
bryan , 07/07/2005
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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The car is sharp, it runs great, and I haven't found one thing I don't like about it yet
Not Feeling My tC
Mllipsey, 03/26/2010
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I have had this car from 77 miles to 57000 miles and I have been trying to get rid of it since 5000 miles. I must admit the car is fun to drive at times but compared to 75% of the other cars on the road its not much power under the hood. The only time I feel like its fast is when I am the only car on the road. The gas mileage stinks, I get 265 out of a full tank and the dealership tells me its because of "winter" gas in the winter and "summer" gas in the summer. The worst part is that loud whistling from the sunroof that toyota refuses to look at unless I pay them. Its time for me to move on.
my fast scion tc
jeff, 07/21/2005
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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i suggest that every body should get a scion tc it's fast and fun to drive
Awsome Sound Machine
TheCheese, 07/19/2008
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car for 2 reasons. #1 interior shape (hatchback) for a 3 subwoofer horn loaded configuration and #2 price since I was putting $7K into the sound system. 2000 W into 2x10" + 1x15" sub with 9 cabin speakers custom door pods and Morel dome/MB Quart Premium speakers - awesome sound quality. Professionally installed by the owner of Audio North West, the sound system is Incredible (and I have a lot of audio stuff for comparison). A side benefit is the ride. Hard corners a bit soft but good controlled drift w/e-brake, will install sport suspension. Minor tuning mods, upgrading to 18" XXR rims and Potenza tires this week. AWESOME platform for REAL car audio and it has enough kick - FUN
Still SeXXXy! after 2.5 years!
UltiMica06, 01/12/2009
2006 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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UltiMica is about 2.5 yrs old now. Still a Strong girl! Modded the car w/ A LOT of stuff to make it MORE fun to drive & Sexier Exterior Looks. Great value & fun to drive car! I <3 my tC!