2005 Scion xA Review
Price Estimate: $1,048 - $1,642





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Handles well for an economy car, lengthy standard equipment list, comfortable seats, easy to load cargo, better deal than Toyota's Echo.
Cons
- The cool stuff costs extra, modest passing power with automatic transmission.
What’s new
The Scion xA carries over unchanged for 2005. Sales are now nationwide.
Edmunds says
Roomy and well equipped, the spunky Scion xA is one of the best buys for 2005 in the economy car segment.
For sale near Port Huron, MI
23 listings
- 36,742 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 27 City / 34 Hwy MPG, Manual
- Broadmoor Motors Middleville (153 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Middleville, MI
ABOUT THIS VEHICLE GIVE US A CALL AT 2**-3**-6*** 2005 Scion xA Hatchback - Warranty 36,742 Miles Potential odometer rollback on the Carfax. Differenc...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
30 Combined MPG (27 City/34 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JTKKT624250104363
Stock: 28016HB
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-24-2025- 155,359 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 27 City / 34 Hwy MPG, Manual
- Napletons River Oaks Honda (278 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Lansing, IL
2005 Scion xA Phantom Gray Pearl***PASSED RIGOROUS SAFETY INSPECTION BY ONE OF OUR CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS *** METICULOUSLY DETAILED INSIDE AND OUT***15...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
30 Combined MPG (27 City/34 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JTKKT624650103832
Stock: KBB3127
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-16-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Michigan
$135/mo for xA Base
xA Base
vs
$171/mo
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Scion xA Owner Reviews
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Like its name, my grasshopper leaps over the competition
4.88 out of 5 starsgrasshoppermom, 04/05/2014
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
He (yes, he's a he) scoots in and out of traffic, passing SUVs like they are standing still, leaps around clumps of snarled traffic by his quick ability to dart in and out of lanes. I named him grasshopper because the neat lines of the hatch remind me of a grasshopper's straight angled back legs.
mileage could be a tad better. 25 in town, 33 highway. Packs full and I have helped folks … move in this little car. The depth of hatch door opening makes it easy to toss everything into it, including the kitchen sink if need be. I work in real estate and remodelling such, and can fit an eight foot 2x4 and a 12x8 piece of carpet stuck out the window. A great lil' big car. 122,000 mi and counting...
Financial Life Saver
5 out of 5 starsCrazyDogLadySTL, 03/17/2016
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
(Update: I sold my Scion to a friend's son and it's still going strong. I miss it but it was time for a new Toyota. I bought a 2014 Prius C. I love it)
I bought my Scion brand new with fewer than 5 miles on it. It was so cheap, I was able to pay it off on 2 years so I haven't had a car payment in over 10 years. Purchased in Oct 2004, it's 11.5 years old, and today was the first major … repair I've ever needed. The cam shaft timing whatever thingy (I don't know much about cars) needs to be replaced. That's over $1000. They service department said that they are confident that after this repair I can get another 100,000 miles out of it before any additional major repairs are needed. It currently has about 120,000 miles on it. This has been a real life saver financially as I am single, own a home, and don't make a huge salary. I love this car and will drive it for as long as possible.
Fantastic Car
4.75 out of 5 starslvenee, 07/24/2011
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
We bought 2005 Scion brand new when gas prices started going up. We wanted a disposable car if you will, something cheap, good on gas. What we got is a fantastic car, we have 115 thousand miles on it and have done nothing to the car but replace tires. It's fun to drive, zips in and out of traffic, can park anywhere even if there's not much room. My husband and I are both tall people and … it has a lot more space inside than what you might think. I've driven this car a lot on small road trips (under 1000 miles) and just love it. I believe we will get over 200,000 on this vehicle and considering we paid a total of $14,000 including tax, title, license, I think we got a great deal.
Grocery Getter
4.13 out of 5 starsbrooktroutchaser, 08/08/2010
2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
I purchased this used with less than fifteen thousand miles. My search process was long; I wanted a small car that would accommodate my six foot frame and perennial bad back. Most cars sit too low and I did not want an SUV. The XA is too cute for words, is comfortable for any trip of 300 miles or less, and will fit in any parking space. Plus, it is as reliable as anything on the … road. It is important to keep the tires properly inflated: 29 psi. Any higher and the ride is too harsh.
2005 xA Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $12,530 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 30 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $135/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 11.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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