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Used 2005 Scion xB Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Amazing little car

Nikki, 04/29/2005
2005 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I purchased my Xb about 8 months ago. I was suprised how well it did on muddy roads, and icy streets. While it doesn't have the control of a 4 wheel SUV for a Front wheel drive vehicle I'd say it's far above average. Exteremly roomy interior. I can sit in front with my seat all the way back and my 6'7" friend can sit behind me comfortably without even knocking his knees! Not the most powerful car on the road but it has better pick up than many other wagons. Exteremly fuel efficient. I'm avid road tripper and it's always gotten me where I'm going without issue. Reliable start up even in winter. Great car overall especially for price. I highly recommend some of the extras! Like LED lights!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

My ThunderCloud XB

Omar Chavez, 04/22/2004
2005 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I bought my XB about one month ago. It is great! This is a different car and you can tell by the look and stares you get. The design is sometimes compared to that of a Honda Element but it is completely different. It rides soft, great small little engine, great gas mileage and overall very comfortable.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Scion

Suzy Mortimer, 08/22/2006
2005 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

In my youth it was MGs and then any used car that would run me all over Los Angeles. In 2000, I retired, moved back to Tucson and drove 15 mile to the gallon Jeep Wranglers. I wanted a change and spotted the Scion xB. Where ever I go, young people ask about this car. They want to sit nside and say it's their car of choice. I see Scions popping up all over the place and when I talk to other Scion owners, "Love my Scion," is the first thing they tell me. Its great gas mileage, good reliability, and solid design make this my favorite car of the many I've owned over fifty years. My husband drives a Ford Explorer and lately, I'm hearing him say, "Let's take the Scion."

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5 out of 5 stars

So ugly it's cute

Stephanie, 12/04/2004
2005 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I did not expect to buy this car; but after sitting in it and driving it, there was no turning back. It really reaches out to a younger generation with tons of standard features and still affordable. Even the options are not outrageous in price. Definitely the most fun vehicle out there.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Bought a 4 y/o Scion

Robert V, 10/05/2009
2005 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have been driving minivans for years. A few months ago, lost one because it was totaled. My wife was tired of mom-mobile and wanted something "cute." After reading a lot of reviews, we narrowed it down to used xB or a new Cube or Soul. I found a nice xB on Craigslist and bought it last week in Dallas, drove it home to Atlanta. First thing I love is the fuel mileage. In traffic, I got about 30MPG. Cruising at 70mph on highway, got 40MPG (240 miles/ 6.2 gals). Interior is roomy and comfy. Cool, or "cute" factor is incomparable. Yes, it is square shaped, and yes, wind noise is slightly louder than minivans-but, it is not bad.

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