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Used 2012 Scion xB Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Ask the Dealership to order you a 2011

Edward, 05/07/2010
2011 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

We purchased our XB last week and are extremely happy with the vehicle! We purchased this car after comparing it against other compact cars on the market, and it totally fits our needs. We wanted a compact car that would not crush our kids in the back seat, an engine that was a 2.4L, good fuel economy, and something that could hold luggage in the truck. No other compact car fit our criteria except this one. We’ve put 800 miles on the car so far and have averaged 26.2 miles per tank of gas. If you’re in the market for a 2010, ask the dealer to bring in a 2011, because you’ll love the changes. We were sold on the 2010, but when we when saw the change. Great car for the money!!!!!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Out with the old, in with the new

Chris, 05/08/2010
2011 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I reluctantly traded-in my '06 xbox after reading about the new improvements (telescopic steering wheel, better seats, gauges, etc). I wasn't a fan of the 2nd gen initially, but eventually it grew on me. A week later, I am loving my new 2011 xB. I was pleasantly surprised by this new 'gen 3' version: the comfort and power were the first two things that jumped out. The ability to shift the auto transmission 'manually' is a nice bonus. The dash/stereo controls are a little confusing at first, but they're starting to make sense now. Gas mileage (24 MPG) is definitely lower than my old box (~31 MPG), but the trade-off of more power is worth it. The ride is smooth and quiet.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love it!

klub182, 09/01/2010
2011 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Love the look inside and out. Roomy. Very smooth drive. Feels like you are in a little race car. It has more zip than I expected. You can't beat it for the price.

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4 out of 5 stars

My second 2012 Scion xB

Andre, 03/03/2018
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I owned a used 2012 Scion of a 1.5 year and loved it so much I purchased another. The little Wagon has great interior head and leg room in the front & rear. The gas mileage was a little lower than I thought it would be. But that is to be expected with a box shaped vehicle. There must be a paint problem with this style because both 2012 Scion required roof the be repainted.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love It!

Linda Anderson, 08/06/2010
2011 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

We purchased this Scion XB after owning a Toyota Rav4. The Scion has just as much width room in the front and more head room than ever. Three of us, large adults, just took it on a 4000 mile trip to the NE. I loved the way we sat down lower in the car, but it was so easy to get in and out of. The gas mileage was "right on" with the sticker. You have to be a "fun" person to like the look, I do! When you're riding in it you feel that it is so much bigger. I can't believe people have even said what a cute car it is. I'm as happy with this car as I have been with the last 6 toyotas we've owned. *Needs to be behind seat pockets and the upholstery could use an upgrade.

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