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5 out of 5 stars

If I could give it 6 stars I would

Haile, 05/19/2017
updated 05/21/2020
2006 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

You either write a review for a vehicle because you love it or you hate it, and boy do I love my 06 Scion. This is the first used vehicle that I have ever purchased that I just completely fell in love with. Basically, if you're under 30 and looking for an economical car that will kick in to high gear when you need it to, look no further. I never have a worry when I visit family across state, and the 5 hour ride is comfortable and pleasant. Plus, I don't think I've ever gotten less than 30mpg in this thing. Only downside I have is that the interior will show wear and tear with age- that's just what you get with plastic made interiors. Otherwise, I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone. **EDIT After One Year** Still love this car. Completely crunched the front, rebuilt it because toyota makes parts readily available and cheap, and I still drive it to this day. *EDIT AFTER 3 YEARS* This car... I recently purchased a new vehicle, and just couldn't bring myself to trade it in. Over 200k at this point and still running extremely strong. Does your kid need a good, reliable, cool first car? This is it. Are you looking to get something cheap that will run forever? This is it. Wanna throw a bunch of mods on a car and rally it into the dirt? Not the fanciest choice... But a valid choice regardless. I'll miss this car bring my daily driver. Hats off to you Toyota/Scion for a great vehicle

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Gotta Love It!

mike, 01/01/2007
2006 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Considering it cost about the same as my stripped Civic hatch did in 1998, it's an amazing deal. I have had no problems with my xA. It is easy to change the oil and its ergonomics and switchgear are first rate, The shifter snicks from gear to gear cleanly. The clutch takeoff is much smoother than my Civic's. It has a smooth engine, plenty of power and torque compared to my 1.6L Civic. Its sight lines are excellent. Everything is tight and feels high quality.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best little car with big interior

cjrman, 05/12/2018
2006 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

This car gets great gas milage. I am seeing 40 mpg easy on trips. It will carrie (8) 2x4x8s with the hatch closed. I had this car for 12 years and it is still running great with no rust..... Amazing automobile.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Scion xA, Purchased Recently

George, 11/02/2006
2006 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This car is fine. I got used to the center pod dashboard quickly. The ONLY thing I could wish for, would be a 6th gear. At 80 mph, with a 5-speed manual, the engine is turning 4,000 RPM. That's fine, it has a 7,000 RPM redline, but there's no need to spin it so fast. There is no need to downshift on the highway. I drive in commuter traffic, 75-80 mph. In mixed driving, I get around 35 mpg.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

What Gas Crisis?

Rich, 05/10/2006
2006 Scion xA 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

The average gas mileage for my xA at 2,100 miles is 35.8. I keep it at 65 mph for the most part. This car is comfortable enough for my 55 mile drive to work. I would recommend this car to anyone.

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