I test drove a 2008 scion xB and fell in love with it. The only problem I had with it is the automatic gear shifting. I'm not sure if it was because it was used, but I notice a problem when the gear shifted; almost as if the gears were stuck or didn't want to change. had about 56k miles on it which isn't bad for the 14k price tag. Almost perfect Car Fax record. If I could afford it I would totally mod the hell out of it,lol.
It's drives poorly! I returned mine after 3 weeks because it felt tipsy on highway turns. See review on "Car and Driver" web-site. I agree with their assessment," ...like sitting on a tipsy barstool". Scion needs to fix this. Take it for a test drive on the highway before purchasing.
I had m 2010 model and its been a great multi purpose city car . i was able to fit a 70" HDTv boxed in it. It may not be the collest or hottest car but its not for that market.
I want one but i can't get over that it has 158hp and it gets 22cty/28hwy. Jeep Patriot/Liberty have 170hp and get 29hwy and are better for SUV handling and not little car handling. You would think Toyota would put the Camry engine in this and give it the 180+hp and the 30-32hwy miles but i guess not =/ Still looks really cool though.
i very like the xB, maybe this model will be my new upcoming car in 2013 when id finish to clean my creancier bank of my lancer ralliart 04 till.
-Why only FWD drivetrain? i am driving a FWD everydays and at some points i am dissapointed, me better locking for a AWD new car for having no problems on the road: weather. So great look the xB have!
fuel economy is a bit cack but the car is fun to drive!i have a 08 and would love to upgrade to this 11 model but I am close to having mine paid off! wot needs to be mentioned is the resale on this vehicles is really good! bought mine one year old in 08 for around 14 the same car with more miles is still selling for 14900 and i have had it 2 years!!
i have the 2010 model and it's a great all around car. I upgraded a $300 leather interior seat cover and among other things . The upright driving position makes the car so much fun to drive and it's zippy.
I've always loved this car and know very well it could be my next one. I really loved the first generation of it and with this second generation I was always intrigued by the one rear reverse lamp on the side. I was hoping that instead of the rear reflectors they would've copied what Pontiac used to do in using the two rear reverse bulbs that acted like fog lamps. It made reversing in dark areas easier.
It's not fair that you got the dream job and I gotta go to school another 5-7 years! Steve, I don't like you anymore! Just kidding. Keep up the great work.
I test drove a 2008 scion xB and fell in love with it. The only problem I had with it is the automatic gear shifting. I'm not sure if it was because it was used, but I notice a problem when the gear shifted; almost as if the gears were stuck or didn't want to change. had about 56k miles on it which isn't bad for the 14k price tag. Almost perfect Car Fax record. If I could afford it I would totally mod the hell out of it,lol.
Phostings1 1 week ago
It's drives poorly! I returned mine after 3 weeks because it felt tipsy on highway turns. See review on "Car and Driver" web-site. I agree with their assessment," ...like sitting on a tipsy barstool". Scion needs to fix this. Take it for a test drive on the highway before purchasing.
Gramatan3000 2 months ago
I had m 2010 model and its been a great multi purpose city car . i was able to fit a 70" HDTv boxed in it. It may not be the collest or hottest car but its not for that market.
DJTEVAdotCOM 2 months ago
i think we need cars like this that are not budget minded and are a little more expensive
MrToyota420xp 3 months ago
I want one but i can't get over that it has 158hp and it gets 22cty/28hwy. Jeep Patriot/Liberty have 170hp and get 29hwy and are better for SUV handling and not little car handling. You would think Toyota would put the Camry engine in this and give it the 180+hp and the 30-32hwy miles but i guess not =/ Still looks really cool though.
joshuatree1001 4 months ago
I think what hurts the fuel mileage, it that U241E 4 speed auto. Toyota should put the new 6 speed in it. I'd think it would work well the the 2.4.
giannial1985 5 months ago
i very like the xB, maybe this model will be my new upcoming car in 2013 when id finish to clean my creancier bank of my lancer ralliart 04 till.
-Why only FWD drivetrain? i am driving a FWD everydays and at some points i am dissapointed, me better locking for a AWD new car for having no problems on the road: weather. So great look the xB have!
mbversus23 6 months ago
I love my 2008 Scion xB. Large, fun, quirky. Everything I need. Nothing I don't.
callisto9 7 months ago
i think the first gen was ugly the 08 and up is way better
TheDylan222222 9 months ago
fuel economy is a bit cack but the car is fun to drive!i have a 08 and would love to upgrade to this 11 model but I am close to having mine paid off! wot needs to be mentioned is the resale on this vehicles is really good! bought mine one year old in 08 for around 14 the same car with more miles is still selling for 14900 and i have had it 2 years!!
limeyosu 11 months ago
i feel like the refresh called up the 2004 scion xB for some pointers. Way to go toyota!
sexyboi142 11 months ago
First gen xb was realy cool and turned heads, the following has been very ordinary and nothing special.
1986SoWhat 1 year ago
I have an '09 and it is a great value.
igeekone 1 year ago
i have the 2010 model and it's a great all around car. I upgraded a $300 leather interior seat cover and among other things . The upright driving position makes the car so much fun to drive and it's zippy.
DJTEVAdotCOM 1 year ago
Great review!
Xolette 1 year ago
I love your reviews!
Charles2337 1 year ago
that's not much fuel economy for such an economical percieved ride.
bajabusta 1 year ago
Im in Upstate NY WOOHOO!
bamac2008 1 year ago
..Well if your ever in Houston, Texas... ...You know who to call!! lol
JoeBird76 1 year ago
I've always loved this car and know very well it could be my next one. I really loved the first generation of it and with this second generation I was always intrigued by the one rear reverse lamp on the side. I was hoping that instead of the rear reflectors they would've copied what Pontiac used to do in using the two rear reverse bulbs that acted like fog lamps. It made reversing in dark areas easier.
UInACrash 1 year ago
It's not fair that you got the dream job and I gotta go to school another 5-7 years! Steve, I don't like you anymore! Just kidding. Keep up the great work.
KapteinFruit 1 year ago
@KapteinFruit I need an intern!!
stevehammes 1 year ago
@stevehammes are you located in CT?
scm11904 1 year ago
@scm11904 Upstate NY...sorry
stevehammes 1 year ago
@stevehammes how far upstate? i'm in upstate nj haha
coolerdude44 1 year ago
@scm11904 i may be moving to ct in a year, I WANT THE JOB....please
nelson4568 4 months ago
@stevehammes Too bad you don't live in Norway because if you did I'd apply. :(
KapteinFruit 1 year ago
@stevehammes ill be your intern!!
volcomstone54 1 year ago
@stevehammes I am in love with your videos! I'm 11 years old and some sort of car freak!
JBGIRL4EVA100 2 months ago