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Used 2008 Scion xB Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Most awesome car at this price

Dave, 04/29/2009
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I now have over 30,000 miles on this car in just over a year, and I love it more every day. I did have a wheel sensor that went bad, but dealer fixed it no problem. This is my second scion and as long as they make car that fit my needs, I will be a customer for life. For the first 10 months I was only averaging about 24mpg but just like with my first Scion, once I got towards 30,000 miles I am now averaging 29mpg and I do a lot of around town driving.

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5 out of 5 stars

LOVIN IT!!!

goonyfish5, 05/08/2009
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This is my 2nd xb. More comfortable ride, still like the boxy look of the older style. Drives awesome. Wish I would have gotten the standard. I average about 30 mpg. Love the sound system and handling. More spacious for having 3 kids (2 young adults) no squooshing together in back. I will stay with this for along time. Scion is an excellent brand. Would like more unusual colors. My last was yellow limited edition.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

It grows on you

David, 12/31/2007
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This is a great vehicle. I have put about 400 miles on it so far and have been really pleased with my purchase. The ride is a little bumpy, but going from a giant F-150 might explain the sensitivity. I love the center mounted gauges and the trip computer is so convenient. It gets kind of annoying having to switch between the clock and the other information on the trip computer, but for 17k I can push the button a couple times. The upgraded stereo is a must. It looks a whole lot better and allows for future sound expansion if desired. All in all, I'd highly recommend this car for all people of all ages. I'm 26 and my Dad, much older, wants one now. MUCH better than the Honda Fit, etc

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Glad I Waited

gwoodjr, 06/12/2008
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I reviewed by driving and reading (Edmunds, of course) a lot of cars for over a year before deciding to test drive the xB. I was impressed immediately with the comfort, practicality, drivability, and value of the Scion. I wanted a car that I could haul stuff in, sleep in if necessary, and would look smart around town doing so. I quickly put a hitch on the end to enable the transport of two bicycles and can state you cannot tell two bicycles are mounted to the back end. The car has easy ingress and egress which makes my elderly mother happy. The sound system is great and how many value cars come with stock tinted windows? Totally cool. This is one quick, nimble, easy to drive car.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

I returned it!

George, 06/17/2008
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Well I loved the styling and the interior room, but hated the way it drove. It's top heavy and feels tipsy. The body lean is the pits. A gust of wind makes you feel like you have to fight to stay in control.

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