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4.63 out of 5 stars

I LOVE my Scion xB

acastillo1107, 10/28/2013
2013 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
29 of 29 people found this review helpful

I purchased this car brand new from a reliable Toyota/Scion dealership. I have mine in Super White. I like the spacious interior. But there are a few things I wish were a bit different. The USB/AUX port inside the arm rest doesn't work because of the audio (touchscreen) isn't compatible with it. I wish that the splash guards for the bottom were standard. I shouldn't have to pay over $200 for them to install them. Ride is smooth, and performance wise, it's great. Gas milage could be better, but overall I love the car. The dashboard is placed in the center and took a bit to get used to. Pricing was okay. For all the things not included, I feel it could have been lower in price.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Traded from Rav4 - Surprised and Satisfied!

corolla_scion, 01/01/2012
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
51 of 53 people found this review helpful

I had an 04 Rav4 that blew a head gasket with 120k miles. Unfortunate and unlikely, but it happened. This brought us to the dealer to repair the Rav4 or buy a new one. After considering a new Rav, and much deliberation, we decided on a 2012 Scion xB instead. I must say it was a good decision. It's hard to get the cargo, features, and quality for under $20K. We are very happy with our decision. Cargo is not much smaller than an SUV in the Rav4 class and the TCO is much lower. Smaller tires and engine, similar MPG's, cheaper oil changes, insurance rates, etc.

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5 out of 5 stars

Made the Jump from XA to XB--Love My Scion!

catheu, 09/09/2012
2012 Scion xB Release Series 9.0 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful

With my little Scion XA paid off, I figured it was time to go new car shopping. My daughter is tugging me on one side to look at a RAV4, my fiance is tugging me on the other side to look at a Honda CRV, both are tugging me to check out the Nissan Rogue. So, I go to test-drive a Rouge. Nice, but for me, it just seemed a tad too wide--and since I am blind in my right eye, it could be --well, kinda not that good. OK? So I firmly put my foot down and went to look at the Scion XB. I test drove. I immediately felt comfortable. The car is deceptively large--it appears to be not that roomy from the outside, but once you get in, tons of room. Smooth Ride. Great Car!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Fit my needs perfectly

tedstor, 01/02/2015
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful

I was in the market for a Corolla or a Camry, but when I went to the Toyota/Scion dealer, the Xb caught my eye. The boxy look wasn't exactly what I had in-mind, but I quickly came to realize that the Xb fit my needs incredibly well. I needed an inexpensive(ish) vehicle that would comfortably accommodate my 6'3" frame, with a back seat that would accommodate my three kids. The Xb hit the mark. I bought my Xb for virtually the same price as a Corolla, but had the larger cabin that I needed. Performance is fine. Fit and finish is good. A very easy car to drive and park. Not many features to speak of, but has everything I need. Nice stereo. Scion 'service boost' is a nice added value.

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5 out of 5 stars

Perfect for every Day and Trips!!

jaguar27, 03/25/2012
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
27 of 28 people found this review helpful

I traded my Black 2007 on a white 2012 I liked the last one so much!! Granted, I only had 24k miles on it but never once did I have any kind of problem. The 2012 is a huge improvement, the instrument Cluster is much better, they have made much better use of the available realestate by showing the outside temperature and time without having to toggle through the display. Also, the sliding Armrest is way better than the skinny drop-down one. It's a perfect cummuter, although city mileage isn't great, I get a 22.4 average constantly, but that's with a 1.8 mile commute with 5 traffic lights. The standard is awesome with HD Radio, Bluetooth and iPod connection etc. Great sound.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great Vehicle!

stevo043, 01/05/2013
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful

We had to purchase a 2012 because I unfortunately totaled out my wife's 2008. We loved our 2008, but this 2012 is alot better. It seems to be a little quiter than our 2008, but has more features. It's nice to have the room of an SUV, but the driveabiltiy of a car - we fit 2 car seats pretty easily! It rides pretty good, but you can feel the bumps (sport tuned suspension).

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5 out of 5 stars

Incredible sporty wagon!

jayjay22, 12/28/2014
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful

Honda was silly and discontinued the Element, and the low mileage used ones with 20k miles or more are the same price as a new XB! So, I test drove one, and fell in love with the sporty feel and good handling. It has tons of room, and still has good space for my two big dogs with a seat cover in the back. This car is all Japanese, has the same reliable engine as the former Toyota Camry . I actually think this car is better built than my Honda was. This car is awesome, great value for the money, and I'm getting 27-28 MPG! It's like a little sports car, but in wagon form!

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4 out of 5 stars

2 ScionXB GREAT FOR THE $

Roxanne, 09/14/2015
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful

This is my second Scion XB. POSITIVES . I loved the no barter sales What it was online was the price.Period . A great car for the practical person but i like the looks too.Not a muscle car peppy but good enough.Handles well. Scion XB comes with lots of great features as standard.I love the bkuevtoith which turns the radio sound off as you talk back on when done My First was a manual so bare bones but had everything i wanted and then some. .Second Scion XB i did opted for an automatic as they had them on the lot but not the manual.Auto was my only concession to how it came. Scion XB Has the biggest cargo area i could find for this price car. Main reason i bought one again. I have two 170 Mastiffs which fit well in this car. Str 22ndaw bales 50 lb feed bags building material.3X2 foot cage for chickens . everything fits with the back seat down plenty of extra room.and goes down with touch of a button top of each seat No hastle at all. Roomy seating decent gas mileage between 32 to 35 mpg I like the brightly lit instrument panel in the center although different Best.. It heats quickly to cozy hot and cools quickly to very cool as well. NEGATIVES.... RADIO....my 2010 had a mute button on the radio and steering wheel as well which the 2012 doesnt ..Better long distance reception MATERIAL...BIG sticking point with me is material and carpet are very hard to clean.. Debri gets stuck in the fibers and wont come out no matter what.Dog hair and straw mostly. Seat covers do clean up better than 2010 which were the worst ive ever had on a car but carpet is still just as bad. Terrible really.They should take a clue from Focus on easy maintainence seat and carpet material. Plus I wish id had a choice of color for floor and seat covering This black would NOT be my choice.! Best if no choice would be medium grey much more practical brighten and open the interior even more. CARGO LIGHT doesnt stay on long enough to get out my groceries but minor issue BLIND SPOT. My biggest criticism of this vehicle is the large blind spots on both sides.A real danger.Many times i have seen nobody in the mirrors but a car was there . FOR SURE LOOK OVER YOUR SHOULDER WISH LIST ... Id love an alarm to let you know sonethings behind you as the back windshield is pretty high . Better lighter color carpeting and bring back the radio mute button All and all i probably will buy this car a third time. .For the price the many standard features size roomy seats very roomy storage... just cant beat it with any other car .

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car --- Great Value

clockdoc, 10/05/2011
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful

Suprised just how quick the car is. Easy to be 10 over the limit. Bought for the comfort and ease of entry exit for a guy over 60. My kids, 7 and 4 really like it. Several hundred miles on it since new and am averaging 28-34 mpg. Kid seats are easy to install and for the kids to use. Young families and oldsters should check it out as well at the single folks. What a value for well under 20K even with sales tax. Check one out, you will not be disappointed

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4 out of 5 stars

Good bang for the bucks, but design faults.

C Henry, 12/26/2015
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful

I purchased a very clean used 2014 xB three months ago. Approximately 7k miles at purchase, now 10.5k. Over all , I am pleased with the car. I had an issue with noisy, sub par rear disc brakes. Likely due to rotors that had been rusty. Knowing that a dealer would claim no warranty on a " wear" item, I put some Akenono pads and medium quality new rotors on the back. Noise gone and better braking. The next issue was the daytime running lights quit working recently. This is the lower, front corner led strips and the daytime front running/parking light lamps. I took it to a local Scion dealer who claimed that you have to turn the parking lights on for them to work. They claimed that there was no problem. Not so. Always worked before, when ignition is on and parking brake off. Taillights do not illuminate with normal working daytime running. Confirmed with owners and shop manuals. I'll be going back for satisfaction on this repair. To be fair, it is not the Scion dealer that I purchased the car from. ( That's 150 miles away from me). Still, Toyota has always made a point that any dealer will honor their defect warranties. This is the first front wheel drive vehicle I have owned in several decades that does not have an independent rear suspension. Beam rear axle with no sway bar. The body roll is pronounced and excessive and ride quality not real good. Toyota/Scion made a factory accessory ( TRD) sway bar that had evidently been discontinued. Too many noise complaints from squeaky bushings, it seems. Aftermarket rear sway bars seem far too thick for normal road use. I was very surprised when I discovered that the xB does not have an engine coolant temperature gauge. I can't understand how anyone could consider that an OK idea. Only the clueless would not care about that. I can live with the center mounted gauges, but why? Front seats are comfortable. Your right leg is bothered by the center console unless you contort to a specific driving stance. Many have complained about that. Some have even removed the entire center console. Rear seat leg room is generous for the class, but seats are not particularly comfortable. Very upright. The xB does the job of what it really is. A reputably very reliable grocery getter that can haul five people in a pinch. Very good cargo room with rear seats down. Very little cargo room with the rear seats up. "Parts bin engineering" with a circa 2004 Camry engine and about a late 90's four speed automatic. At Interstate speeds it is noisy and fatiguing to drive. For local town and country driving it is much more pleasant. It has adequate acceleration at lower speeds. The fuel mileage is not so great, which I knew going in. The four speed automatic and a not very aerodynamic shape are to blame. I average about 24 mpg if driven conservatively. The dash average mpg gauge reads about 2 mpg optimistic. This is the first Toyota product that I have ever owned, although I have driven many of them. You can expect pretty stodgy, "appliance" handing and performance from nearly everything they make. ( Excluding Lexus). That said, the promise of reliability is the selling point. This Scion xB is one of the very few Toyota vehicles you can buy that is actually made in Japan. The xB has been discontinued after the 2015 model. I hope that does not overly hurt the resale values . In the past the retained values have been quite good.

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4 out of 5 stars

2012 xB: A Great Car

cscrutinizer, 04/07/2014
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful

After stalking this model for a couple of years, I finally pulled the trigger and bought a used 2012 to replace by dying Saturn Vue. I couldn't be happier. The style is odd and will not appeal to many people, but funny enough, driving a box in today's world actually makes one stand out. Oh the irony. This is a fun car to drive, peppy and agile. The tight suspension and low profile tires makes it feel like a Porsche, minus the horses of course. I'm a big guy (6'/250lbs ) and I have tons of room. The seats are supportive and everything is within reach of the pilot's seat. It has more interior room than my extended cab Silverado. I'm averaging 28MPG. I love this car.

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4 out of 5 stars

Just what I was looking for

Bradley Knisley, 10/08/2015
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful

This was the first car that I bought brand new. I did a lot of research over a couple years to find just what I was looking for. I was at the Cleveland auto show when I sat in the 2012 XB for the first time. It was love at first sight. It now had an arm rest, which is a must and adjustable steering. I love the electronic steering because I work real hard at work and would much rather not fight with the steering wheel after a hard days work. I was looking for a SUV that was good on gas, reliable, could haul just about anything and looked good while doing so. I love the center mounted dash because the steering wheel doesn't get in the way of what you need to see. I upgraded the radio, purchased the cold air intake and TDR muffler. The car felt sluggish to me because I traded in my Jetta turbo for my new XB. This improved the performance and gave it the pep I was looking for. You honestly can fit almost anything in the back of this beast. I purchased a 60 inch TV that fit it in the back, in the box but did have to move the front seats forward a couple inches. I moved everything in my house except for a few pieces of bedroom furniture and my kitchen table. Let's face it, you can not get by with just a sedan being a home owner. This vehicle has meet my expectations and has exceeded them. I look forward to owning this vehicle for many many years.

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5 out of 5 stars

Spacious Scion

Liz, 05/12/2016
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

Bought my 2014 Scion in 2014, I am the original owner and love my Scion. Lots of room, easy to drive, drives and rides smoothly. I upkeep with maintenance and the service team at Toyota are awesome by fully explaining what's being done. The power of the Scion is awesome especially going up hills and it's better then my 2012 Kia Soul, as far as power. BUT overall, the Scion XB exceeds my expectations on a vehicle, and exceeds 5 stars in my book.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Best of both worlds.

orbit9090, 04/11/2012
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful

Best of both worlds: A spacious, sporty vehicle but with decent economy and great maneuverability. Love the center mounted gauges! In fact, since they are not hidden behind a steering wheel hub like most car's gauges, the Scion xB's center mounted gauges are very easy to read at a quick glance. The occupant compartment is spacious and airy, with plenty of headroom and wiggle room. Passengers often comment how much space the vehicle has and how comfortable and quiet it is.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love this Amazing vehicle!

William McCoy, 12/01/2015
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful

Very recently bought a used 2012 Scion xB Wagon, 2.4L I-4, 16-valve, ohc, 5-spd Manual, to replace my hard-driven '97 Toyota Tacoma Xtra Cab with 221,800+ miles. My Tacoma also had an earlier iteration of the same power plant as the xB. Consumer Reports review for the 2012 xB are all full red dots (excellent) except for Trim/Paint, which was half-a-red-dot (very good). The example I found and bought had been a personal lease vehicle, returned to its original dealership, with only around 15, 586 miles on it; very low for a 2012. I consider myself fortunate to have gotten this car. This is a very dependable, long-used Toyota engine design. Build and assembly quality is very solid. I have yet to put 500 miles on this vehicle, but I absolutely love driving it, and it's getting better as I'm becoming accustomed to the feel and handling. Positives: Handling: Very quick; sports-car like. Small turning circle accentuates this. Front-wheel drive also accentuates this, tending to understeer because the steering wheels are also the driving wheels. Cornering: like being on rails; flat, little tip; the boxy shape is deceptively stable. Very wide stance plus low profile; a box with a wheel on each corner. Center of gravity is pretty low; not as low as a Subaru or Porsche, which have boxer engine configurations that lay flat, but it's still great. The I-4 engine is tilted back slightly with the weight approximately centered over the front wheels. Most fun I've had since I first drove a '64 VW Beetle 4-speed. Clutch: Moderately light; easy to hold; an advantage in LA traffic. A bit grippy in 1st, shift to 2nd quickly and smooths out. Brakes: As much as I have so far experienced, the 4-wheel discs bring it to a stop really fast. Vented discs in front, solid discs in rear. Gearing: Surprisingly, what seems to me to be a little low; at 70 miles per hour, I'm running 3,000 rpm in 5th (my '97 Tacoma with same engine but rear-wheel drive, ran 2500 at 70 mph). However, I can see the logic of the design, because they've tweaked it to be just under its peak torque curve at common highway speeds. You can still accelerate away pretty well in 5th without downshifting. The tach doesn't show redline until 6500 rpm! If gearing were slightly higher, fuel mileage could probably be improved a bit, but it might not be as much fun to drive! Interior: Nice fit and finish. Little cubby bins everywhere, cup/can holders front and rear. Driver's seat could benefit from an infinitely-adjustable electric design. While this model features tilt-telescope steering wheel, and a six-way manually adjustable seat, the slightly odd driving position within the confines of the "box" cry out for more adjustability, particularly with the 5-speed, because of active clutching and braking. Automatic drivers won't care. The manual adjustable seat adjusts seat-cushion angle, seat-back angle, and forward-backward seat position. There is no height adjustment The seat adjustments, plus the steering adjustments mean most drivers can find a combination that is CLOSE to what they want, but they won't be able to make it PERFECT. Many Toyota models without electric seats suffer from this problem. Weakest spot, by far, Scion: INADEQUATE SUN-VISORS. The big windows, which contribute to great visibility for most drivers, ALSO puts one's head at a low angle compared to the top line of the windows, thus allowing indiscriminate BLINDING BY THE LIGHT. A simple fix would be to use sun-visors with those slide-out-the-end panels to extend them the full width of the window, thus keeping our eyes functioning. Don't forget to bring your "shades" when you drive, and wear headgear with a bill or brim. Inadequate cargo area lighting: One little light on the left side of the rearmost cargo area. Low, and manually switched. Better placed above, inside the top of the hatch frame to spread light over the area. Flat floor due to front-wheel drive allows for lower placement of space-saver spare, and a "storage tray" which rests on top of the spare, but under the floor panel. And in my particular car, carpeted/monogrammed mat on top of that. Storage cubbies around the spare under the floor panel, and open storage bins on right and left side of cargo floor. There was room for more storage on inside of rear roof support pillars, if it had been utilized. In the molded paneling, there are depressions as if some designer thought about making a storage bin, but just didn't follow through with it. As I said, I haven't had this car very long, but I anticipate driving it for a WHILE, and enjoying every minute of it. So far, have seen very few things to criticize. My biggest disappointment was reading in someone else's review that Scion will not be making the xB after 2016—is that right? That's a shame, because it's a great car. Of course, the up side is, that it'll make mine worth more down the road, because it'll still be desirable!!

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5 out of 5 stars

My baby

Reanna, 08/04/2015
2012 Scion xB Release Series 9.0 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I love my "box car" you really don't realize how big these cars are until you get inside. This was my first car that I bought through a dealership and I loved every minute of it. The air conditioning was amazing in the front seats, though I heard from the back seat it was average. The car had a lot of storage space and really helped out when it was moving time. The stereo system was great! I don't want to trade him in, but with a baby on the way the price is a little expensive for me. If it wasn't I would keep the car until the wheels fell off. This is a great family car and is very safe! I would recommend to family and my own children

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4 out of 5 stars

I love this car

T.C. Howard, 10/20/2015
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

This is the first new car I've ever purchased for myself. It was purchased to offset my other car, a 2006 Dodge Magnum with the Hemi, which doesn't get good gas mileage in city driving, but is acceptable on the highway. At the time of purchase for the Scion, August 2012, I was still working a 9 to 5 job that I am now retired from, and my drive to, and from work averaged about 7 or 8 miles round trip, city driving, and I was getting around 13 mpg in the Magnum. I am also a musician, and need a vehicle capable of hauling my equipment, which was one reason I bought the Magnum after the van I had died. I liked the concept of a squared off car, and had looked at a couple of XB's that people at work had bought. I looked at other small SUV's that got good gas mileage, and considered the Kia Soul, but it was smaller, and the brand didn't have the reputation for dependability as did a Toyota, which the Scion is. The price was higher for the Scion, but I figured it would pay for itself with it reputation for longevity, and the extra cargo space. The car is the base model, but I love the way it handles, and can only imagine how it would handle if I add some improvements like better tires, and suspension parts. I'm a big person, and weigh over 300 pounds, but can easily get in and out of the car, and the seats are fairly comfortable for me, even on long trips. This is my "daily" driver, and I love this car. I wish it had a six or seven speed automatic transmission, and all wheel drive option. I love, and enjoy driving my Magnum, but I have to consciously choose to drive it, which happens about once every two weeks. My choice for driving is my Scion. My warranty is out, since it has been over three years, although I only have 27, 000 miles on it. I understand that the XB will not be made for 2016 which is a shame, as I would consider trading mine in if an upgraded transmission, and all wheel drive were offered. They apparently will offer nothing but cars/sedans in the upcoming year. So, I'll make my XB last.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2012 Scion xB Review

maxxtruck9906, 12/21/2013
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

This car is great! It has the 2.4L 4 cylinder, and a 4 speed transmission. After 5 months of owning this car I can say 2 things about it, 1.) It is near indestructible, and 2.) You can fit almost anything in it. I highly recommend this car. It is great for work, play, and family! I got it when it had 14,xxx miles, and it now has 24,xxx miles.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great car

stromson, 07/25/2014
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Recently purchased a 2014 Army Rock colored xB and couldn't be happier with it. Most of the things in the Edmunds review ring pretty true from my experience. It's been great for me as runabout and daily driver, and I've been pretty easily beating the combined MPG of 24 (something Edmunds also reported). Wind and road noise are present, but it doesn't impede conversation in my experience (audiophiles will definitely want to add some additional deadening to the doors and floor pan though). As expected of a box, it hauls a ton with ease, and fits my 6'3" frame with no problems in the front or back seat. 4 speed auto works well and shifts very smoothly, and I never feel wanting for power.

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5 out of 5 stars

Scion xB is the Champion of the Boxy Cars!

Gary P. Klinger, 02/24/2016
updated 08/24/2016
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful

In terms of overall quality, value, reliability and space, this car is unbeatable. I should know! I've owned five (yes 5) of them. I've owned a 2004, 2005, 2009, 2010 and 2012. Of them all, I still own the 2004 and 2012. Surprisingly, the 2012 is the one I am least satisfied with. Just AFTER the warranty my electric door locks stopped working and Toyota took a "tough luck" position on it and handing a several hundred dollar quote to repair them. This after purchasing 6 Scions and 3 Toyotas over the past 11 years. I love these cars and their value, reliability, ride and overall quality. However, now that Scion has discontinued the xB and Toyota has discontinued Scion, I'm thinking I may have to take a "tough luck" position with Toyota and look toward Subaru or Honda for my next car. Update. Recently I was involved in a car crash involving my 2004 xB. I was hit from behind by a huge Dodge hemi truck which was traveling at 50 mph. Traffic came to a complete stop in the truck did not see me stop. WhIle sadly my toaster is toast I have a newfound respect for the integrity of my cars. However: I am still quite annoyed that my 2012 has door locks that stopped working and Toyota could care less about me as a customer even after buying all these Toyotas and scions. I would expect my doorlock to quit so soon on a lesser quality cheaper product on the market. But not a Toyota product. And I would expect crappier Service and a similar attitude from the lesser brands on the market but not from Toyota. With Scion now dead if this is all better TOYOTA cares about their loyal customers it makes me feel like perhaps I owe them nothing and should look at their competitors for my next car!

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2013 Scion xB

B Diane Bounds, 01/01/2017
2013 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I've only owned the car a month after driving my Toyota Corolla for 18 years, but so far it is great; very peppy. It is easier to get in and out of than the Toyota and I'm sitting taller so its easier to see around me.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A thing of beauty...

auto_fan, 05/24/2012
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

I used a Galant I had for five years as a trade-in toward my Scion XB. I have to say, the XB blows the Galant out of the H2O. The Scion is a lot of fun to drive. It blends the practicality of an SUV with the safety of a sedan. It seems small on the outside but is roomy on the inside. It also comes with free maintenance for 25K miles. And by the way, I got the best deal around from Fitzmall.

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4 out of 5 stars

3 is better than 1

Bob, 07/24/2018
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2013 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

I've been driving xB's for 6 years now. I'm currently on my 3rd one (bought it last year). There is zero major maintenance to do on these cars until they get to 100k miles. All you do is keep gas in it, change oil when needed, and drive it!! I've never had to change anything on either of my xB's so far. You're probably thinking...yeah you just keep getting a replacement. Well, why would I keep buying the SAME car as a replacement? Because they work!! Kept the 2008 until it had 72k miles on it. Kept the 2012 until it had 88k miles on it. Never replaced any parts on either of them. Gas, Tires, Air filter, and Oil and that's it. Drive it, drive it, drive it. This car has the best seating position for a large adult of any small wagon on the road. It has the cargo space to haul all kinds of stuff, lots more than a Soul or Cube. And talk about run...this car will run out from under you if you don't have the seat belt on tight!! Solid built car. No fuel filter to replace, no wheel bearings to repack, no transmission fluid to change until you get to 110k miles, no spark plugs to replace until you get to 100k miles. Need I say more??

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2018 UPDATE - Reliable wheels.

DogChauffeurNY, 02/20/2017
updated 02/20/2018
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

I bought this XB because I needed a dog friendly car. I also wanted a reliable car. Having driven a couple of domestic brands that were always in and out of the shop for recalls that never were completed (sorry, we're waiting for parts), I finally decided to snag a Scion for a good deal. The car is very spacious. Visibility is so-so thanks to thick pillars forward and back. I picked the XB over a Kia Soul because the car felt more spacious and was definitely peppier. Since my last review, the Nav/Entertainment system has had a few glitches where you can't always advance to the next song (you have to restart the car for this glitch to reset.) Voice recognition for nav is temperamental (also doesn't seem to have a way to update the maps). So far impeccable mechanical reliability with regular oil/filter changes, but I've been thinking about getting a 4WD vehicle for the snowy weather. The interior continues my love/hate relationship. The car is very roomy, but the interior is dark and the C pillars are too thick. For anyone who wants Toyota quality (sadly, Scion is no more, merged back into mothership Toyota) and a unique and spacious vehicle (I still rate the car better than a Kia Soul or Nissan Cube and much more solid feeling than a tinny Honda Element), the Scion XB is a great used car.

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1 month after purchase and very happy

dsmithson, 08/17/2014
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

I had a Honda Element and loved it... But I wanted a new car and after a lot of research I kept coming back to the xB. Considering the price, I feel I got what I paid for and I really enjoy it so far. But it's got a lot of pep and and I love the spacey interior. The dealer threw in the spoiler and I am glad they did as it gives it a sharper look. I'm a big guy and I feel very comfortable as it has a good amount of headroom. If you are looking to stay in the low $20K range with the premium options.. this is a good pick in my opinion.

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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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Not Toyota Quality

DanM, 08/11/2021
2013 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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My girlfriend bought a brand new 2013 with 5 speed manual. The transmission went out around 110,000 miles - fortunately, covered under transmission lifetime warranty. At 124,000 miles it now uses excessive oil, the dealer checked it and Toyota will be covering this problem by reringing the block and valve job. Not Toyota quality in my mind. The shifter us very loose and at times it can be difficult to get into first and third gear.

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Scion fever

Darryl Si, 06/26/2016
2014 Scion xB Release Series 10.0 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I love this car and having said that, visibility is not so great. I knew that going in from the reviews but I bought it anyway. I would buy it again tomorrow

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The best overall vehicle I have ever had

Victor Capen, 05/10/2017
2012 Scion xB Release Series 9.0 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

One of the best handling, efficient, goes like hell vehicles you would ever want (due to the Camry engine). I have hauled more stuff on my numerous trips between Scottsdale, AZ and Los Angeles on the I 10 freeway (75 to 85 mph in AZ and 70 to 80 mph in CA). I know that Scion has now been incorporated into the general Toyota brands but, if you get a chance to drive one you will be pleasantly surprised.

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quality car

Javier Jimenez, 01/04/2016
2013 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I love my XB. Reliable, smooth, powerful, everything I expected from my 4th Toyota.

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Sweet Little Ride

Doug, 08/13/2018
2014 Scion xB Release Series 10.0 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Love this xB. The Release Series 10 in white has a beautiful finish with an undertone of pink and green that looks great in the sunlight. The back side of the front seats do not have a holder for magazines, books, etc. A sunroof would be nice but not available. Cheap hubcaps instead of alloy wheels. Good stereo system. Glove compartment does not lock. Plenty of interior room for hauling even medium size furniture. Getting 24 mpg around town and 32 mpg highway. The 4-speed automatic is fine but wish it had an overdrive. Overall great car for the price.

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My Box

BigboyAL, 08/21/2018
updated 03/08/2021
2014 Scion xB Release Series 10.0 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Looks Small Outside! BIG INSIDE! Love my Used ScioN XB Comfortable and quick! Im a big guy and i fit comfortably! Lots of space! and she have speed :) Its my First Scion and I didnt have any regrets! Felt new! continue Loving it!

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xB

JC Gela, 08/22/2016
updated 08/23/2019
2013 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

This 2013 xB has not required any repairs. Just changed the oil/filter and rotated the tires. The OEM tires were crap, however, and now I'm on Snows; in the market for summer tires and maybe alloy wheels.... This has been a very "handy" vehicle. I'd be in the market for a new one with newer safety features - but Toyota has discontinued the Scion brand. I don't really want to move up to a RAV4 (hybrid) but maybe a PriusV if they still are making it next year. Traded in the xB for a PriusV 2017 (last year made) We traded the xB in October 2017 for a Prius V which cost 31K but has MORE cargo space and 50 percent more mpg!

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I Love my XB

Daniel J, 02/17/2019
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

When check engine light & vac light on, just replace the MAF with new Denso MAF, no other brand. Will cut car's performance if you replace with other brand. It will not work with spray cleaner.

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Xb 2

cleard2land, 12/08/2011
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 18 people found this review helpful

Much improved from my 06 Xb. More room and power, better mpg with the same Toyota quality. Did change the tires for a much queiter ride.

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XB Deja Vu

Bob Olson, 08/06/2018
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Lots for room for gear, fun to drive, average fuel economy, short throw shifter (manual) Awesome!!

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Hip to be square

stoutbrewer1, 10/02/2011
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
23 of 83 people found this review helpful

I've had my XB for a few weeks now after trading in an old Matrix. You can't beat the roomy interior of this small package. It really is a small SUV in my opinion. This years upgraded stereo includes bluetooth which works very well and is easy to set up. Driving around town, up and down hills, intercity or on the Freeway's are pleasant. On my first few tanks of gas I'm getting 22.5. I was hoping for 2012 the six speed transmission would be added to boost fuel economy. I like all the cubby holes the XB has for storage. The factory tinting looks dark yet at night it doesn't have a dark cavern feel. I found the gauges very logical mounted to the right instead of normal centered.

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Oil hog

Disappointed, 10/14/2021
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful

My son's 2014 Scion XB is a piece of junk. He was driving on the interstate and the engine blew up. He was up to date on all oil changes. I was told by Toyota that sometimes you get bad motor. I told them that I didn't put the bad motor in, they did. It was a malfunction on Toyotas part and they won't do anything about it. Just beware of the 2.4 liter Toyota engines. Do your research.

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Great value and space for the price

tyson evans, 09/28/2016
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Amazing on gas, well equipped, gets the job done, and room for our kids and all their stuff!

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solid car

Dave Blynn, 05/16/2018
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2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Very reliable, great daily driver, easy entry and exit all four doors. Still a great buy! No failures of any kind. To paraphrase a non-car ad, "You just get in the car and drive it."

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This is my 3rd Scion xB!

Mary Ann, 01/16/2025
2012 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I found this gem with only 15000 miles in 2022. Now at 37000 miles it is such a great car for road trips and gardening. Very easy to get in and out for those with disabilities. My late Mom had a 2008 Scion xB she bought after retiring. She became ill with dementia and this car was such a Godsend.

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Love this car!

LYK, 03/25/2021
2013 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought my 2013 xb used 5 years ago and with regular oil/filter changes still runs as good as ever. Then 5 speed manual drives like a sports car and steering is above anything in its class. This car is a can't miss bargain and wish it was never discontinued. I think toyota was mistaken when they stopped making the xb model...puts the soul and cube to shame.

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So Happy

sohappyowner, 03/03/2014
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2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I am really enjoying my XB. It rides nice and is comfortable. Bought it from Auto Nation in Buena Park, was a great experience. Very Happy.

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my second one!!!!

Doug Taub, 04/28/2017
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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too bad toyota discontinued this car. I'm on my second one. Great money for value

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Love My Scion XB

Sandra Stahler, 02/03/2016
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Solid and efficient performer

Russ, 09/29/2021
2013 Scion xB Scion 10 Series 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is an excellent sporty hauler with lots of style, power, and space! Very reliable and efficient, this little wagon is solid on the highway and comfortable in town.

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Sweet Little Ride

Michele Hoy, 03/27/2017
2014 Scion xB 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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It is fun drive 5 speed again.

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