Here’s how Scion was much more than a Toyota for young people

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In this episode I provide the history of Scion, a sub-brand of Toyota which was first launched in the U.S. in 2003, and would later also be sold in Canada by 2010. Scion cars were marketed exclusively to young people, and Toyota also launched Scion AV, which produced music and videos, and organized rock concerts around the country to help promote the brand. Starting with the xA and xB, the latter being one of the most oddly cool vehicles ever, they later expanded with the tC and xD, the tiny city car iQ, and the rear-drive sports car FR-S. After peaking in sales in 2006, the sales dropped every year after that, leading to Toyota to end Scion by 2016.

[@Planag7]

I appreciate the mention of the echo before going into the Scions. Parts are basically the same for a while and actually use those a lot and junk yards when I do need things for my echo. Still keeping that 550,000 mile baby

[@smithraymond09029]

550,000?!? Wow. makes my 91 LS with 400k look middle aged.

[@kiprandom7208]

My mom had an 2000 echo til last year. Best car in my family because all 4 of us kids and 2 of the grandkids had to borrow it several times

[@Aygo84]

Scion xA is actually a rebadged Toyota ist... Which was based on the platform of 1st generation Toyota Yaris, and therefore, Echo too (which was no more than a Yaris Sedan).

[@BrockOBauma]

Echo, aka the Tercel 2.

[@redbeardsgarage3748]

The Echo, xB, and xA are practically identical under the sheetmetal and interior.

[@uscars9207]

Fun fact: the XB was a Japanese interpretation of an Chevy Astro van - on the domestic market, because the Astro/Safari vans are cult in Japan.

[@andrewpense2738]

That’s actually amazing

[@jlcii]

Also fun fact, the Toyota C-HR crossover Coupe was supposed to be the Scion C-HR, but the brand went out of business before Toyota could launch it as a Scion

[@nutandboltguy3720]

I bought a used 2010 xB and liked the car, other than the toaster jokes. I don’t see many xA or xB around. I still see the TC. When I had my xB, I noticed more retired people were driving them than young people in their 20’s, which it was marketed for. I think old people liked them because the xB was cheap, easy to drive, easy to get in and out of, and it was a reliable Toyota.

[@CadgerChristmasLightShow]

I still see at least one first gen Scion xB every time I drive around town , as well as the updated version. They will still be on the road for many more years too. My parents had a charcoal gray 2006 Scion xB with the manual. They offered it to me as my first car and my stupid ass didn't want it at the time. It had like 30,000 miles.... I would probably still have it today if I was smart enough to take it back then. Today I drive a 2021 Kia Soul, the only "box car" still sold new today. I also see tons of old people driving the Kia Soul and Scion xB... shows it's a wise car to buy lol

[@donaldwilson2620]

For me living in Southern California, I still see plenty of 2nd generation XB's around. My coworker owns a 2013 and it still runs great. The 1st generation XB, not so much anymore. The few 1st generation XB's that I see have basically been trashed to death. I rarely see a 1st generation XB in nice condition now.

[@reallyrandomrides1296]

Yes, ironically the boxy and funky looking Scion xB and Honda Element, which were targeted at young, hip and trendy buyers ended up selling like crazy to older (often retired) buyers for the ease of entry, lots of headroom and lots of space, especially if they didn't want a minivan, but still wanted that practical boxy body style and higher seat height to make getting in and out easier. I guess Scion/Toyota and Honda were just glad to make the sales, even if it wasn't their intended market, though I think that tarnished the image a bit more, when they were seen as a vehicle your parents or grandparents would drive.

[@nutandboltguy3720]

Mine was the 5 speed manual but the automatic was still good and probably lasted a long time, compared to a CVT. Another good reason to have one in your 60’s and 70’s.

[@gregsells8549]

Mrs. Baird's Bakery in Texas outfitted an xB as a toaster and drove it in parades. Toyota could have kept and rebranded the xB if they did realize older people were buying them, and to compete with the Kia Soul.

[@sammyspeed9733]

Miss the Scion. I actually was in the Salesmen training brochure as Gen X, the customer they were targeting and one of the few that was lucky enough to to be invited to all the biggest and best shows as an ambassador of the brand. Thank you for giving the Scion brand justice.

[@alexsaffamerica]

Fun fact: The Toyota C-HR was almost gonna be a Scion C-HR.

[@carsonac4163]

either way they were a failure

[@Big_Yin]

@@carsonac4163 no

[@TEDdotcom]

It’s sad that the Scion brand folded even before the proposed Scion C-HR came into fruition.

[@CBXweb]

@@Big_Yin No it's true. Even the head unit still has DSP settings for the FR-S and tC

[@Big_Yin]

@@CBXweb still selling well in other regions so, no!

[@BananaWagon]

Long time Scion owner since 2004 here and I can help shed some light into some holes. - Late 2003 California got the xA and xB while the East coast got the xA and xB in early 2004. The Midwest finally got them in late 2004. - Due to the “pure price” aspect, when we bought our first xB in May of 2004, we couldn’t get a salesperson to give us a look. In the beginning Toyota salespeople didn’t want to touch them because they were only able to make a certain amount and can’t upsell. So we got a young guy that was fantastic but it was so obvious the “older salespeople” wanted nothing to do with Scion. - Scion used to have stellar events for their owners. Huge shows at big stadiums and cruises through major cities. Specific sections of shows like HIN too. You’d have to apply with your car for smaller shows but the big ones drew people from all over. It was really a great community back in the day. - Originally Scion claimed they were only going to use model names for a model cycle and then drop them for all new models as time progressed. Which is why the xA became the xD. Buuuut Scion changed their mind with the strong sales of the original xB. They also did this with the tC by keeping around way longer and keeping the name into the tC2. - When the second gen xB was introduced, we all called them xB2’s and within the community they are still known as that. - The original xA and xB were basically Toyota Echos and Yaris’ as they shared soooo many parts, including the 1NZFE engines. - The second gen bB, which is what the xB is in Japan, would have been the perfect successor for the first gen xB. But it never happened and we got the xB 2 instead. - The xD was more Corolla than it was Yaris. My personal take is Scion could have stayed around a long time if it stuck to the quirky city cars. But they went after bigger fish and those fish didn’t bite. The weirdos build brand loyalty while the masses jump from ship to ship. Many xB owners are still around. I’ve had my OG xB RS2.0 (the yellow one) since April of 2005 and am about to buy my third to start preserving these cars. Many OG xBs are recognizable within the community.

[@yschechter7883]

I have a second Gen xb and I get jealous everytime I see a first Gen.

[@Karmy.]

I have a RS3.0

[@mobiledetail4you]

I just got my 2nd 06 XB my first I use in my business and has 224000 miles, only thing ever needed was a alternator belt and regular oil changes… just got another w 114000 miles that’s got all the bells and whistles… wheels, wing, suspension and braking upgrades… love em. Don’t know if they will ever be collectible, but definitely reliable and great for my purposes….

[@WanderingCactus]

@@mobiledetail4you In another few years, you'll likely be able to import these from Japan if'n you want one.

[@brandtseyfert6811]

The company I work for uses purple scion xb's as company cars. The lowest mileage one we have is 240,000 miles. Highest mileage is over 300,000 (don't know the exact number).

[@giovannam925]

Yeah 300k! Just stay on top of maintenance. Not quite there with my 2004 xB, lol

[@johahnz]

I had a white 08 xb. It was the best new car that I ever purchased. My friends always called it the "fridge" so I put a Frigidaire decal across the rear bumper. I loved that car and people's reaction when they noticed the decal. Thanks for the video and memories.

[@sixerjosh]

I was running a tire shop in the late 90’s and one of my customers was a Toyota dealership. When they got Scions on their lot to sell, we did all sorts of customs to them. Shortly after, they did all the customizing at the dealership. They really angled towards those Honda owners. Another great choice of topics by this channel. I’ll watch this at least three times. So good!!

[@alecrusso1418]

I drive my 2012 tC to this day! Very reliable, fairly quick, and the stock sound system sounds great

[@KTJohnsonkidThunder]

I loved Scion. Such a shame the brand was discontinued.

[@hebrews11vs5]

I kind of didn't notice them much at the time, but now I want them. That iq is not a stick, otherwise that'd be a cool little car.

[@TEDdotcom]

I still have my minty 2014 Scion tC Monogram Series. It’s rare, sporty, my daily driver, and I love it.

[@Quezyque]

It might be a collectible one day

[@nathanjoseph4284]

I love this channel! Because you talk about cars which don't have much time under the spotlight that not many other KZbin channels do. I look forward to every video you put out, and keep up the great work!

[@imnollii]

the xB's are actually relatively popular in the mn twin cities! i see both 1st and 2nd gens just about daily! and oddly enough, iQ's aren't the rarest sight here either!

[@paulparoma]

Interesting. These cars are not fans of tough winters and deep snow. Who knew?..

[@egolink]

@@paulparoma they don’t do half bad with skinny snow tires. Ask me how I know!

[@paulparoma]

@@egolink I drive mine in snow, too - and sometimes it's pretty deep, especially on my street that never gets plowed. Not too bad, but I don't enjoy it.

[@Karmy.]

@@paulparoma I try to powerslide mine around corners in the snow lol

[@paulparoma]

@@Karmy. I've done that too. Might do that tomorrow, actually.:)

[@CarringtonHollister]

My fourth eldest sister had a 2009 Scion tC it lasted her until 2019

[@spotifyseascapessmoothjazz]

The Kia Soul is the closest thing to the xB today. As a tall person, I appreciate the rear seat headroom with this compact yet roomy body style.

[@paulparoma]

It is the closest thing, but the design is not nearly as space-efficient. It's a larger and more expensive car, but it does not quite offer the same kind of room as the xB, especially in the rear.

[@FunkatronicDingus]

Still rocking a tC2 here. Still going strong at 148k, got it at 67k in 2017. All it's needed besides oil changes were a couple of wheel bearings and brake calipers since I live in road salt country. Hoping to upgrade sometime soon, but with the current state of the market I'll just have to wait a bit longer. Till then I'll still proudly rock a Scion. I still see xB, an occasional xA, and tCs riding around likely also still on stock trans fluid, stock struts, stock everything. These things are darn near bulletproof.

[@LionWithTheLamb]

You should have at least did a drain and fill of your transmission fluid. It's not very much, less than 4 quarts I believe. You don't need to drop the pan like many vehicles either.

[@FunkatronicDingus]

@@LionWithTheLamb I did look up the procedure but it was far too late to do that by the time I looked. Even moreso now than before, doing it now would likely cause more harm than good since the fluid likely has enough friction material to keep it shifting as smooth as it can now. I swapped the fluid in my first car at nearly 200k and after that the thing was ready to grenade itself

[@73sdawson]

I had a 07 tc from new till 2019 at 205k miles and sold it. What a great car. Little things started breaking toward the end, but the engine and 5 speed ran like it had less than 100k. I had some things replaced like clutch, water pump, power steering pump, alternator, but overall pretty trouble-free. Everything else literally stock like you said, including struts and original exhaust. Like all cars plastic stuff like coil connectors started getting brittle after 12 years. One thing that was obviously engineered wrong was the blower motor, probably not wired or designed right. I put 4 of those things in myself. But who can complain? I probably put 3k into the car in repairs over 200k miles, and there aren't many cars that can say that.

[@clarkewein1615]

tC and 1st gen xB define Scion. Later models were just dull that younger people didn’t want.

[@notaslav]

Scion had so much character. Thanks so much for doing this video!

[@FearlessConservative]

Had a TC, loved it. My first car was a used stick shift 1989 Ford Taurus SHO with the Yamaha engine. Wish I still had it

[@dark6tails19]

First car owner of a 08 Scion xd here. Bought it when it only had 39,000 miles in it about 4 years ago and honestly for a decent car it drives so well (I know it drives well because I’m auto technician and I drive all types of cars and truck every single day). Other than the cheap interior and some accessories that I had to replace, like speakers and what not. But it’s a great little car and had no issues with it.

[@valeriazaragoza375]

I remember in 2003 buying my first ever new car, it was a dead heat between the xA, xB, and Saturn Ion. Went with the Ion and loved it, was an amazing car that lasted a decade without a single issue-but I also really liked Scion and sort of regretted not buying one.

[@GeeEm1313]

Wow. A rare Ion that didn't fall apart in your hands.

[@willbelasco]

Saturn Ion was nice!

[@gedaman]

@@GeeEm1313 I remember there was a used Saturn Ion for sale at a Subaru dealership I used to work at a few years ago. That car was in horrible condition. You couldn’t even open the trunk because the trunk release switch on the dashboard got pushed in too far! It’s engine was loud and the ashy after about 60,000 miles and it had a manual transmission shifter that was very badly worn. I haven’t heard about any long lasting Saturn Ion models.

[@catjudo1]

I was thirty when the Scion brand came out, and though I was on the tail end of the market demographic, I found myself wanting two of these: xB - Oh hot diggity, it's a box on wheels! I could have put tools and modest sized lumber in there by day, and my bass, amp, and related equipment by night. It looked so much more practical than my Celica for that sort of thing, and I wouldn't have to start the car with a wire to the battery any longer. FRS - I actually liked the Subaru BRZ more, but they're just about the same car. Nothing else comes as close to the Datsun 240Z in spirit and purpose than the FRS and company. Light weight, not too much power but enough to get out of its own way, fun to drive, etc. If I didn't have a perfectly working Miata (20 years and counting) I'd go hunting for an FRS/BRZ used. I could probably stuff my bass and amp in it, which I can't do with the Miata.

[@ladybird808s]

I love my scion TC easy to work on cheap parts and cool looking for me

[@Simple_Jack82]

I still see a ton of Scions in southern California. I used to like the TC but not enough to buy one after I saw one that was crashed.

[@weaponizedautism6199]

I bought an 06 xb. It is my favorite car I’ve ever had. I treated it terribly. I pulled a zero turn mower on a trailer behind it every day pretty much for two years. Hit two deer. Still running and driving today. I took ALL the scion branding off it and put nice Ford logos on it. People asked constantly what kind of Ford it was. I would tell them it was a Ford FlexB. Half the people believed me. I also mounted a expensive full width led light bar on the roof and a ladder rack. 18” wheels with wide tires and it would corner like crazy. Wouldn’t want one with an automatic though. Not a lot of power as it is and an automatic would kill it. Never would be able to tow with an automatic.

[@andrewplantagenet5811]

We had an '06 Scion XB. It was a good little car. Here in Central Florida I still see Scions on a regular basis.

[@KanawhaCountyWX]

Imagine someone putting roof racks on a Scion xB that looked like bread crusts.

[@derickbarajas1520]

I know a couple people who did that

[@ants288]

There's an xB near where I live that has a bumper sticker with "Got Toast?" Written on it. Cracks me up every time

[@larrypatterson5363]

The one thing that you failed to mention is that ALL SCIONS hold their value (ever before Covid and Supply Chain problems). I still see a ton of them here in CT! Toyota Reliability!

[@cheesetoast99]

I have a 2006 Scion XB and it's one of the best car's I have ever owned. I removed the rear seats and built out a bed platform for camping. 140,000miles on it and it doesn't burn or leak any oil. Cheap on gas, easy and cheap to repair, reliable, roomy, love it.

[@RazorFoxDV]

Despite the company's official disavowal of the idea, the "tC" name and the car's design always made me suspect that it secretly stood for "Toyota Celica," as the spiritual successor to said car in a thin disguise.

[@Worthfishing]

I have a 2010 Scion xD coming up on 400,000 miles and it still has the original spark plugs in it the only thing I’ve done to it was put an alternator on it at 299,000.It’s been an incredible car

[@deadsevenmick5697]

I just recently bought a Scion TC 2011 as my second car. My understanding is that the engine is the same one used for the Camry of that year. It's a fun car to drive.

[@andykober2283]

I own a 2006 xB, originally bought for my late wife and she absolutely loved that car. She passed in 2017 and I almost sold it -- but did not. Still have the car. Got remarried in 2021 and my new wife drives it more often than her 4Runner. The xB is approaching 280K miles and I've done very little to it. Unlike you and some others posting, I still see a good number of them on the road, mainly driven by older people.

[@Badgergoodboy]

I have a 2006 xA! Still drive it every day, still a great car! Here in Austin I actually see other Scions on the road pretty regularly.

[@tannerin]

I drive a 1st gen xB and see others on the road a few times a week! Absurdly practical for their size and easy to work on due to all the shared Echo/Yaris parts

[@mysticmelody]

I’m in Colorado and the Scion xB, which for having a Corolla and a Camry engine depending on 1st or 2nd gen, is ridiculously reliable. And there is SO MANY scions in Colorado still. Constantly see them. Makes me jealous.

[@UlyRams91393]

I have a 2013 Scion xB. I've had it for almost 7 years and hands down one of the best cars. It's spacious and looks cool.

[@srtthis]

Although I never owned one I’ve worked for Toyota on and off the past 15 years. Consecutively the past 7 so I I got to watch Scion die off and our dealer phase out scion branding and advertising. (our stores scion speaker frame and tv are still up). This video was great and hits a lot of memories. I still get to see quite a few come through service. For sales the payout of a deal was minimal due to the pure price deal. Very little markup over invoice. But the buyers loved the cars and were always quirky interesting customers. I miss it.

[@loren4347]

I’m in SC and fortunately still see Scions on the road. My first Scion was a 2008 Scion tC back when I was in my early 20s. Fast forward to today, to get out of car payments, I sold my 2018 Mazda CX-5 for well over what I “paid” for it and bought a 2013 Scion xB cash. I didn’t lose any room inside and comfort features I lost, I’ve added aftermarket. Scion will always have a place in my heart. My friends & family have made their jokes but they don’t, and can’t, deny no car payments + a car made by Toyota = a WIN. Thanks for the video!

[@Flamingbro69]

I still see a lot of tC’s and xB’s on the Road on most occasions

[@ThisGuyRightHereXB]

I still see a lot of xBs and tCs, not a lot of the other models though.

[@1985toyotacamry]

Same but I do see some XAs not much XDs I see a rare IQ. But damn I see a bunch of FRS.

[@21lafiera]

I own a ‘09 xB, very spacious *can fit a 55’ inch tv in the back* just hit 200,000miles over the holiday and still going strong. RVA has plenty of Scions rolling around, ranging from old to young owners.

[@davinp]

The 2017-2019 Scion/Corolla iM dash is exactly the same as the Corolla sedan. However, the iM offers a few features not available on the regular sedan. In 2020, it was replaced with the new redesigned Corolla hatchback.

[@futuresequence.]

2016 it's first year and the only year it had the Scion badge. Just picked one up 2 months ago.

[@tjnucnuc]

I owned several Scions and Toyotas. My first car was an 06 Corolla XRS and later a first gen xB. How I miss the days when Toyota did cool stuff.

[@joshuadavis6094]

I'm a happy owner of a 2004 (late 03 build) xB that has affectionately become known as the "toaster" to everybody that knows me... I rescued it from a copart auction a year and a half ago with 262k on it and it has become one of my favorite road trip vehicles... Roomy, easy to get in and out of (I'm 6'4)... Hauls a lot for it's size... Both people and cargo...I keep the maintenance up and it's now at 279k... Has done multiple trips between Pennsylvania and North Carolina with a trip to Cincinnati thrown in for good measure and I look forward to keeping it going as long as the body holds out (already had to do rear frame repair due to rot) I don't know what I'd replace it with but another 1st gen xB

[@A_Bowl_Cut]

the XB will forever be a dream car of mine since they shut down . I love boxy cars. i still see them where i live

[@michaelleonard4452]

I own a 5-speed Scion TC. Nice car with easy to work on mechanics. Although the car really could benefit from a 6 speed with RPMs being higher than the automatic equipped versions.

[@clintbeeler5069]

I have a second gen TC. The 6th gear isn't much longer than the 5th gear, so it's damn near useless. I wish they gave it a tall 6th gear for highway driving

[@joshgomez671]

@@clintbeeler5069 I drive a 2016 and I think they fixed the 6th gear issue around 2014 but i could be wrong

[@MJorgy5]

This was the fatal flaw for the manual version of the tC. If they would've put a taller overdrive 6th gear on the second gen- it should've gotten better hwy mileage than the Camry which was around 34 at the time. The 6 speed could've been a close-ratio 5 speed with a hwy 6th gear. My dad had one and could only get 30 mpg and commuted mostly highway to work. The rev hang was terrible too.

[@lightningbear2135]

I knew alot of people in my 20’s that owned the XB. They were great cars and I still see a lot of them on the road.

[@jamessouthworth1699]

I still drive a 2005 Scion XA in 2021. I actually prefer that I have the 1.5 liter engine instead of a larger engine. The fuel economy is great in this car.

[@justsumguy2u]

With the exception of the tC, the Scion brand's strategy was to introduce Japanese-market cars (JDM) into the US. The most noteable example was the xB. It sold well here in the US because of what was considered 'radical' styling, but in Japan, it wasn't considered radical at all. But Scion's youth strategy failed with the second-gen xB, as it's more conservative looks attracted older buyers

[@lessbs]

I loved my 2009 Scion XB. I paid 17,500 for it and sold it to a friend eight years later for 8,000, with 180,000 miles on it. He has kept it garaged and under cover since 2017. It is still in excellent condition, and has only had one break job at 130,000 miles. The extra room and higher output of the engine, made it a better buy than others offered at the time. The Kia Soul could never hold a candle to the XB, nor could the Honda Element or Nissan Cube.

[@24ecko]

I'm 36 and I bought a 2006 Scion XA earlier this year. It's a great little car with amazing gas mileage and interior space lol.

[@AppericateGamer]

Love seeing the scion iq on the thumbnail

[@bolt5564]

Time 12:18 the FRS was not trying to Market itself as an higher end sportscar, it was trying to Market itself as one of the cheapest sports cars on sale.

[@chada75]

This. The BRZ is marketed as a higher end Sports car.

[@stephenbacks3100]

Scions are still fairly common in South Florida. I think the original Xb was their coolest model, though it was not great to drive. Toyota still has trouble marketing to younger people. They build the best cars on the road, yet they’re rather staid in their design. When they try to go trending, they just end up looking a bit weird.

[@cjmhall]

Sure they’re reliable, but that’s all they’ve got going for them. Boring to drive, awkward looking and not as advanced as other brands is how I would describe Toyota. Their typical buyer has zero interest in cars and just wants something that will reliably get them from A to B.

[@razvandobos9759]

@@cjmhall very true! But there are some Toyota’s out there that are interesting and rewarding, like the Land Cruiser, Century, HiAce, Hilux, 4Runner

[@razvandobos9759]

Yeah they’re grilles look like whale sharks

[@Savvy.Soto22]

Fun fact the toyota chr was originally supposed to be a scion but was moved to the toyota brand due to the cancelation of the scion brand

[@jameskoenig7789]

I own a Toaster. The 2006 Xb. It has 154,000 miles and has only had oil changes and a new belt. It’s the best car I’ve ever owned. There’s nothing that won’t fit in the back. It won car of the year.

[@barrycooper2733]

I've had many car over the years and the 2004 Scion xB I purchased new is one of the best (and economically costing) cars I have ever had...and I've had luxury cars to economy cars. I have had it for close to 18 years (never kept any car this long) and have circa 156,000 miles on it. It has mostly normal wear and tear items done to it with wheel bearing replacements, an exhaust system and clutch replacement over the years. I wish Toyota would come out with the 2004-2006 xB again only this time with 4" more width, 4" more cargo area depth, a 1.8 - 2 litre engine, a 6 speed transmission and a less odd looking front end - perfect! I would buy this car again in a heartbeat.

[@shinigami117s8]

My 2005 Scion xB lasted 455k miles when I sold it. It had the stock clutch. I still see it on the street today 2 years later. Did all repairs and maintenance. 130 oil changes, 1 set of brakes, 4 water pumps, 3 alternators. My mom was killed in the XA. No door protection at all. The xB was the best car me and my family ever owned. I used to off-road it in the desert going 80mph passing jeep bros . Their expressions was priceless. This thing was capable of going 65mph in the snow no problem. The e brake was responsive with the light platform to kick around in emergencies or playing around. Honestly this thing feels more stable than my bmw z3.

[@jjnshane413]

I bought a used 2006 XB in 2010 (Salsa Red!) and I ADORED that little toaster - sobbed wildly when it was totaled in a crash in 2018 ( we were all unscathed). Replaced it with a 2010 release series in Murasaki Purple. It is still running fabulously, but I really miss my Gen 1 XB. I wish they would bring it back as a plug in EV.

[@jpacrylicstudio145]

I see many 9f them around and still drive my 2005 Scion Xa, with 172,500 miles, every single day. The first and only new car I ever bought. Great vehicle!

[@xxxsuperxxx6938]

My uncle had a 2006 Scion tC before it crashed.

[@davidmullineaux6157]

I still see 1st Gen scion XBs around. They were terrific autos. Lots of cargo room, inexpensive and great mpg

[@alpaljl]

The first gen xB to this day is my favorite Scion. I drive a '99 Camry so I appreciate the too sexy ad in the beginning. I still kinda want a healthy first gen xB, but I don't want to give up a V6...

[@gregvarner9562]

I was working for a Toyota dealership when Toyota folded Scion. I was not sad to see them go. Thanks for the video and keep up the good work. This is becoming one of my favorite channels. I have to disagree with you about the Honda Element however. I still have one sitting in my garage right now with 180000 miles and she's going strong. Very versatile and unfairly hated on vehicle. Same AWD and drive train as the CR-V and very bullet proof. It's my wife's daily and she will never part with it. The Scion felt flimsy and less solid in comparison to the Element and was FWD only. Their approximate shape was the only thing they had in common and were not really comparable vehicles.

[@GaemerJosh]

Anxiously wait for these vids! Never disappointed! ❤️ love your videos I see a good amount of TC and XD models here in New Mexico

[@smithraymond09029]

I still Scions putting around in my area. Most are pretty beat up and unkept up. This brand was a bit confusing to many people.

[@mattw8332]

I wish they had sold the TC in the UK. 😍 As a Toyota of course. These 'budget' brands just simply were not effective marketing. It seems to work for luxury versions - Lexus of course. Similar fate happened to Geo and Saturn under the GM umbrella.

[@brianaschino4903]

I love my scions. There are tons of them in my area

[@rushnerd]

The XB's are pretty much the only ones you will still see around. They clearly stand out because as you mentioned there are only a few cars ever made that look like it. They really it their stride with that one and it makes sense kids would want it. I find it hilarious they are trying to attract younger buys away from the Toyota lineup of the time because younger buyers are already all over the 80's Toyota models. Still some of the coolest cars they have made.

[@aaronpotter7559]

This is a really cool channel. Keep up the good work!

[@CarnalDustin]

Bought my Toyota/Scion/Mazda iA 4 years ago today, and I love it! It’s been a wonderful little car. It was quite hard to find with a manual!

[@bragadeeshbalakrishnan]

Scion was nothing more than a sales department. But still a great video!

[@AlexGarcia-ke3qq]

ive owned 3 scions total my first ever was a TC and absolutely loved it then an xb and now currently driving an XA these cars are great and see them on the road daily!

[@Crispychicken4u]

How would you rate them? From best to worst

[@michaelb.42112]

On paper Scion seems unstoppable. It makes so much sense to have a base price car and you add accessories as you see fit. I guess Honda CVCC has taken over that segment ?

[@kevinw979]

I daily a 06 xB with 300,000+ miles and it is still fantastic. Plan on replacing the motor when it finally goes because I enjoy this car that much. I still see a ton of these roaming my town btw

[@shawnbauman5463]

XB=Toaster tC=sorority girl car I live in a college town. Mid 2010s those dang things where everywhere.

[@danieldavis3678]

I remember buying a 2013 TC. Super fun little car. First car I ever bought on payments. Regret getting rid of it. I see scions all over here in Eastern Oregon. First gen TCs and a ton of XBs.

[@bettzysdaddy]

I bought my cousin's tC and drove it to about 300K miles from 170K before I sold it; and then the other day, I noticed a tC with the same plate number that went into my apartment complex was hit in the front driver's side and a chunk of the front fascia was torn off along with a crushed headlight. Made me realize I should've kept it...

[@lyn3315]

Still have my 08’ XD with over 250k on it. Never had any issues with it till late last year and I’ve only had to replace two sensors and timing chain guild since i bought it at 18. Great little car, I plan to drive it till it falls apart on me. Though I doubt it will in the foreseeable future, every mechanic that seen it is amazed at how well everything is. Still all original parts

[@Bob_in_Vista]

I hope you changed the water pump and serpentine belt. I replaced the first water pump at 120k but the second died at 193k. It will sound like a belt rubbing. Supposedly that's coolant splashing onto your alternator belt. I killed my head gasket unfortunately. Also mine needed new bearings in the rear TWICE. Otherwise no major problems.

[@mrkris8912]

Everyone I knew in college between 2004-08 had a Scion. They were very popular and affordable reliable cars. It was a cool brand and a lot of good marketing hype when it first introduced.

[@RazoE]

I loved my 2005 xB. Never gave a single issue and not a single thing broke. Even the hatch handle (though I replaced it with a chrome one for esthetics).

[@RSDavis-fb1go]

I've got an '04 IA that was one of the Release 2.0 models. Love it! Still going strong at 125,000!

[@rudishboy]

I really loved the XA, was pretty bummed when they replaced it with the XD. I was just starting to look for my first car to buy around that time but ended up getting a great deal on a new Fusion through work.

[@heyimhy]

i see a bunch of older scion tc and other scions driving around my city still. im still driving my 06 scion tc and its in perfect condition! i got it around 2010 and all i did was change tires. only thing i had to fix was the starter and it was super easy to do myself, easy access. love how theres plenty of room in the back when you drop the seats down, i can haul soo many things. this car is just amazing and i LOVE IT :3

[@gregski806]

It was fun and exciting while it lasted. Spent many hours on scionlife forum. I still own a 2007 tc 290,000 miles and 2011 xd 190,000 miles. Great cars!

[@gabrielveasey8715]

I had an opportunity to participate in a pre-release Scion demo xB back in 2003 at a local record and music sore in Houston. Fun thing is they gave out some swag including vinyl and CDs and hats and usual stuff. I still have the sling bag they gave me that was sized to carry vinyl records, it made a great courier bag while riding a motorcycle and I have actually replaced the zipper on it because I've used it so much, its really a great bag. I liked the xB a lot but I was between jobs at the time (which is why I was hanging out a record store) and couldn't afford one. Great video!

[@Whaliam]

I still sometimes see a 1st gen xB here in Northern California.

[@jerryjohanan1940]

We just got a 2014 xB last week and love it and I'm 62

[@bradstanley116]

I love my 2005 xB. Still see a fair amount of Scions here in Washington State

[@AaronAbbotttheoncomingstorm]

My dad still drives a 1st Gen Scion xB and I have a friend who drives an xD and her boyfriend drove a 1st Gen xB for many years. I almost bought an iM in 2018. I live in KC and I still see ton of xB's, FR-S's and tC's on the street here.

[@nelsonortiz2777]

I have a 2006 XA with just over 200,000 on the clock and a manual transmission. The little thing still runs well. It has been and continues to be very reliable. Im pretty good when it comes to the maintenance . I live in NYC and the little car is perfect for the city. Great on gas , easy to park. I will keep it till it dies!

[@johnromstedt2254]

I have an '06 xA. Still love it !!! Got it new and except for regular wear and tear, nothing needed to be replaced, I am not a granny driver either...

[@donberry7657]

Bought a black '14 1 owner Scion Xb with 71,000 miles on it in Nov. '20 for $7,500 before used car prices rocketed. Loving it. I'm 6' and there must be 4" headroom left. It's roomy as hell, zippy, stereo is great and I carry a lot of tools I used to drive my truck around with daily. Super practical road wagon:)

[@menomisespeanut]

Purchased a manual Scion xD 2013 with only 97k miles on it. Drove it from Cali to North Carolina. This car is a tank. Plan to have it for a long time.

[@jacquesplaysdrums]

I love my 2010 xB still, I used to transport my whole drumset and my guitarists amp and guitar back when I was in a band, surprisingly great storage room when the back seats are down

[@isaac24]

I was born in 2005. My mom had 2 xB's, a 2008 and a 2011. I essensially grew up with them. They were both leased, and the 2nd one was traded in for a 2014 RAV4, and she is now on her 3rd RAV4, a 2019. I still see the xB's, tC's, and xA/xD's somewhat regularly.

[@elboo3727]

I bought a 2012 Scion xD with 250k miles. Besides a few basic parts replaced, i love it. And plan to keep it till i hit 500k. Then put it in the garage. Will keep it forever