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160,000 miles and rolling strong
Leon, 12/23/2016
updated 06/26/2019
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After 12 years and 160k miles still fantastic reliable transportation with great cargo room and comfort for up to five passengers. Other than replacement of steering ECU and Takata recall no other major repairs, just regular maintenance. Planning to give to teenage daughter and keep for another 150K. In fact I'm thinking of buying a 2015 in addition since this car is so practical for my needs and is fun and sporty to drive.
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Potentially a good car...but not.
troytali, 07/24/2014
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Having grown up on pocket rockets like the GTi, Honda Prelude Si, Civic Si, Mazdas, etc., the Scion xB was a bit more practical extension of that. I only wish Scion would make it with some performance. We know they use the same engine in the tC, so it's a mystery why they castrate the xB so deliberately. Put an engine with actual power below 4k rpm, close ratio 5 or 6 speed manual and auto choices, GOOD sound system, less body roll, NO MORE center gauges then maybe we have a car worth buying again. I've had two of these, and auto and the manual. Both have squeaks and rattles in the same places, and from new and almost new. Plasticky interior, peaky power delivery, lazy throttle response? Wow
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I know xB in a very object way
brytface, 05/17/2010
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We have driven xB for over 2 years. Our experience with this vehicle has been deteriorating mainly because of continuing mechanical problems and poor interior material quality. First, some plastic under passenger seat fell off within 6 months normal usage. Big surprise! And the engine stopped in the middle of the way. (wife almost made an accident) Toyota fixed it under warranty. However, problems continues.. When waits for the signal with brakes on, the car shakes and make noises. I knew Toyota Quality slips away but I thought Built-in Japan Scion would be fine. My mistake! when a company fails to do what they are supposed to do (making value products)consumers suffer.
Fun, reliable and cheap
Paul, 06/18/2010
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought new and now have 50,000 miles. Have not had a single problem. Does not burn any oil. I've used synthetic since 5K. Does well in snow. AC works well and iPod hookup is nice. Lots of room is nice. I knew I would be putting a lot of miles on this car and I wanted something practical that would deliver with no hassles, that's just what the XB does.
Fill it shut it and forget it !!!
Urbandale XB 2008, 01/03/2010
2008 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very practical, no nonsense reliable car for the long run. This car is a glue in snow and the stability control (VSC) works amazingly in snow. Had 2 blizards each amounting 16 inch of snow within 2 weeks and it drives amazingly with VSC taking care of skids. I have a Nissan Quest minivan which has VDC same as VSC but it doesn't work this good. I felt very secured driving this car in ice and snow