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I Love It
SharpiesAreNifty, 04/18/2006
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I recommend this car to anyone and everyone! It's wonderful! It's small, so it gets terrific gas mileage, but it's spacious. I can sit three people in the backseat and none of them complain!
Good Economy Car, But Not Great
Ted Mer, 05/16/2006
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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The Scion xA delivers good fuel economy, decent power, and has good features. Its road noise is a bit bothersome, as are a few rattling noises from the windows and dashboard. After 1.5 years of use, I have made no trips to the dealer except for maintenance. The turning radius is a bit large for so small a car, which is good for safety but bad for tight city driving. It handles wind, bad weather and city speeds well. It delivers okay performance on the freeway if you're not used to driving muscle cars.
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xascion05, 06/11/2006
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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My xA's gas milage is great. My average city mileage is 33 mpg. That's even with goosing it a bit. Mine has a lot of the acessories - fogs, red steering wheel with red led int. lights, spoiler,15" 10 spoke rims, cruise, tinted glass, auto, carbon door sills, ect. The biggest waste is the led cupholders and floor lights, they are just a silly gimic. But thats how it was put together at the dealer when I saw it. This has been a reliable car. It has even hauled 800 yes 800 lbs. of materials to job sites in a pinch with the seats folded flat.
Almost Perfect
Frank Yake, 12/12/2006
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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We love the Scion xA! It is extremely well-equipped and comfortable for such a basic car. It has proven to be super-reliable and very economical to drive. It is also quite nimble. Although mostly used in suburban driving, we've taken a 1,800 mile plus trip to Nashville and back and enjoyed the drive, with one notable and irritating exception. What were the designers thinking when they didn't offer cruise control...even as an option?
Great Car
xa_lover, 02/27/2007
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I have loved this car since I first saw it. It is very customizable and looks great in the inside. The problem is the back is a little too small. Also, it doesn't have cruise control. I would love a moonroof or maybe a convertible top. Other than that, it's very economical and fun to drive.
Okay Car
HeatB, 03/15/2007
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a fun car to drive. It is a real attention getter. I have not had any mechanical problems, now at 36,500 miles. It still runs great. It has a good ride, but it is not so comfortable on long trips. I drove from Alabama to Orlando and on to North Carolina. There is not nearly enough room for people and luggage. My number one gripe is the lack of a center arm rest! The center mounted speedometer and gauges took some getting used to. I have to readjust when driving husband's truck.
Best Buy for the Buck!
Cuppett, 04/17/2007
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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The purchase of our xA was for an extra vehicle for our use. It has proved to be a great purchase. Very reliable, great fuel economy, sufficient power, and much more fluff and safety options than comparable U.S. models. You can't go wrong with a Toyota product. Our love for the xA pushed our aging parents to buy an xB to replace their minivan. Although they lost space, they too are very please with the performance and handling of their xB. You simply can't get more bang for your buck!
2005 Scion xA
SCIONIDE IS GOOD 4U, 05/09/2007
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought a rebuilt one but you cannot tell by the way it drives. The unit is getting 39.5 highway average and 33 on the regular stop and go. Even a good used one would be a good one to invest in.
Does the job
bblhed, 06/03/2007
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car to be a commuter car, driving 60 miles round trip is never fun! The mileage is great, and the car handles a bit better than expected for an econo-car. They probably could have put a little more paint on the car than they did but overall, it has held up well with the abuse of commuting. All options are "a la cart" so if you decide later that you want to add something, the dealer or you can do it, no problem. I got mine with some dealer goodies, then added some personal touches myself. I was even able to add a tow plate so I can tow the car with an RV and it only took 2 hours.
My Scion
doris bledsoe, 06/14/2007
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I really like my car. I wish it had better hub caps and less air noise while driving. I love the color. I wish i knew how to take the fla. luv bugs off. They took off some paint in a matter of 2 days, leaving white specks on the hood yuck. But all in all I LOVE MY xA!!
Glad to have it
Miles, 11/11/2007
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I got my xA in june of 2005. I had to hang in there to get what I wanted but finally did. It's been a good car so far, have 34,000 miles on it now. The gas cap door cable busted and was replaced under warrantee and that engine check light going on turned out to be a bad timing gear sprocket and was covered also but I was surprised by that one actually.The gas mileage has been excellent and like some people I couldn't care less if other drivers get upset that I'm not going fast enough for them. One of the stock tires has worn a lot quicker than the others.
Awsome Little Car
econobox, 03/17/2008
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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You can't go wrong with this city car. Our primary family car for three years with two huge Britax Boulevard seats. Swallows cargo with the rear seats down. Good pick up. Handling is sprightly and easy. Bumpy ride. It's a city car, not a long distance one. Seats are comfy. AC is weak but gets the job done. We have a dark color which is party to blame. Just tint the windows. Fuel economy with the AC running constantly, California gas, and making short trips in stop and go varies between 29 and 31. Our 528i gets 19 mpg in the same situation. Freeway mileage is more like 33-35, but I don't drive slowly. Excellent visibility with tall seating. Tons of headroom; I'm 6', 5' wife loves it too.
Fabulous new, not so great as it ages
Kimberlyxa, 05/21/2008
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I loved my Scion xa when I first got it. Over the years it has had to have the bearing replaced, then entire transmission replaced, the Drive shaft was notched and needed replacement. And the front axle cracked and broke off. I am not sure if I got one from a bad batch, but I have never had this many problems with a Toyota, and I have owned several.
Lovin my xA
Chrissy, 05/27/2008
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I just bought my xA this weekend and I haven't had it even a week and I just cant believe how much I got for such little money. This car had everything I was looking for. I wanted something with great gas mileage, I wanted 4 doors, reliability, something I could take my Rottie in, and something with a decent stereo. The xA wasn't even on my list to consider. I thought they were cute but for some reason I over looked it. When I went to the dealership there were 2 on the lot a silver one that had been owned by a obvious previous smoker. Then there was my blue one that had much higher miles then what I was looking for but with a 3 year bumper to bumper not an issue anymore.
"Simple, Fun, Bullet Proof."
JIMBO, 03/17/2022
updated 04/28/2022
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought My 2005 Scion XA with 159,000. Carfax revealed extensive "regular servicing". I paid $4,400 from dealer ask of $4,950 after Test Drive. All was good! No lights. No issues on the drive at all. Exterior and Interior looked great... and with New Tiger Paws! I put about a $1000 into a Good "lookover". I replaced 3 belts as well as "immediately" changing clean conventional oil to Mobile One (and matching filter). Air filters I do every 3k... no matter the brand. Doing 5k Oil Changes Using Mobile One Extended. No issues! I attach my OBT2 Sensor every month, or two... No Codes! <Knocking on wood. But... I'm AMAZED with the Performance of this Vehicle. After 160,000... NO LEAKS, No Oil Consumption, No Coolant Consumption... and Original MPG!!! <Only issue... Gear Box takes time to learn (it's cheap). But once mastered... My 2005 is smooth... and flawless. Get one of these cars if you still can.
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Super Dependable
Sandeez, 03/30/2025
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
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Great handling and amazing gas mileage. I would recommend this car for anyone looking to save money but have fun driving.
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Fun commuter car
Rainier commuter, 03/12/2005
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Scion xa makes an excellent commuter car due to it's gas milage. I am currently averaging 34mpg. It has adequate power for driving on the highway. I have no problems keeping up the the "big boys". I also enjoy driving it in the city since it's compact size makes it very easy to manuver around traffic. Also , I was impressed with the equipment that came standard. The only option I had to buy was the automatic transmission. I would recommend this car to anyone.
Had it for a Month
timschoice, 08/13/2005
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good car, fun to drive. Got the automatic with a lot of the silly neon lights and better radio. Handles really well, acceleration is a little light from a stop with the auto, but handling is terific. Great sound system. Great car and better price.
Excellent car especially for the price!
Wookie`, 09/19/2004
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had a good experience with the purchase of my Scion. The dealer was easy to deal with and he did a great job in finding my bright red RS 1.0 xA. I did however have to wait 40 days to take delivery and I was originally waiting for a stock (non RS 1.0) xA with a 5 speed. The sales practice of MSRP is wonderful, no hassle and no haggle. Lots of options available, even if most are cosmetic and not really functional. The car has a very high cute factor but with large rims and low profile tires can actualy have a muscular look. For the price I don't think you can beat the xA or the xB.