Americans LOVED This Car But Toyota Didn't Care - Scion xB Story

Despite its age, the first generation xB (Toyota bB) is still a common sight on the streets today thanks to its excellent reliability, practicality, and affordability. That's what was intended of it. It was successful as it was, until Toyota thought that it should be less polarizing and well, more American.
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[@swiftWord]

I buy, fix and sell 1st Gen xBs people still love them. I sold one an hour after listing it; I sold another to someone driving halfway across the country to buy it because it had low miles. They are easy to work on, parts are inexpensive, they are incredibly reliable and have a timeless style. I feel this will be a sought after classic to the likes of the VW Bettle.

[@stevendiffy768]

I kep trying to find a good 1st gen xb. Where you at? Automatic tranny.

[@johnathoncastro]

Are you in Florida? I just bought my 2nd 06 xb rs 3.0. needs a little work and new paint. love these cars!!!

[@swiftWord]

@@johnathoncastro I'm in S Carolina

[@johnathoncastro]

@swiftWord I have family in Woodruff SC....South Carolina is awesome....but I love Florida. My xb is still running strong. I found a guy who is going to paint it for $2k....I plan on keeping it awhile. I also have a Honda Element.... The honda is great and some what reliable but the scion blows it a way.

[@flecs]

We have 4 of them!! Best cars ever

[@user-ss6zt2mo1l]

Original Owner ‘06 Xb. 114,000 miles. I love this car. I want another one. New. I paid $14,100 for it. Reliable. I love no frills. 35mpg in the city

[@uncleelroy6011]

I have a 05 Scion xB. I’m trying to hold on to it. I think it will become a collector item.

[@Dakotah_H]

Same 😂

[@oreally8605]

It's getting close to that now. Especially in this economy. Stylish, roomy, reliable, and affordable. Perfect car for 2023.

[@williamperri3437]

What can all of the backseats come out? So I can be turned into a van with only two seats

[@Dakotah_H]

@@williamperri3437 I’ve seen it done if you really want to but the back seats play a huge role in Sound deafening

[@williamperri3437]

@@Dakotah_H Gotcha. Good to know. I am all about the car interior behind quiet.

[@xzavianbush7267]

I have a 2008 Scion Xb 206 k miles on it have had it for 6 years one of best cars I’ve ever had reliable just regular wear and tear fixes good on gas and very roomy bought it for only 2500$ in 2018 love these cars 💜💜👍😎 🚙

[@markmeador]

Honda had the same problem, they made the Element and the old people loved them

[@rickymarin2545]

I want an XB rn in 2024. With low mileage

[@wakawaka1976]

Saw one under 80k miles and they wanted $9k for it. I was like 😱

[@callmebigpapa]

06 owner here 2nd best car I have ever owned....behind the 1983 Tercel SR5 AWD Wagon

[@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC]

I don’t care what anyone says but the 2nd Scion XB is an absolutely amazing car for the money it is affordable, it’s comfortable, it roomy, it’s good for hauling a lot of weight in the back ( mine probably hauls more than 1 ton worth of food and doesn’t even squat very much), its a good motor, they never let you down, and overall it’s a great car oh and I almost forgot about gas prices how about after driving a car for a week about 400 miles a week my car needs 45 dollars with these crazy prices and when it’s empty empty 50 like how can you complain about that. Great car for the money I don’t get why people don’t love the 2nd gen’s like they should they are better than the 1st gen in many ways but to be fair I don’t hate the first gen and I have never driven or owned one before I have had 7 2nd gen Scion XBs in the last 2-3 years so I’m a big fan

[@richardsmiers1016]

I purchased a white 2013 XB new in 2013. I can get up to 43mpg on a short 25 mile country road trip with only a few minor hills with nobody pushing me. Not bad for WV driving. Only 47,000 miles in ten years of driving in spring, summer and fall. I park it for the winter. I will not let this car go. I have an element for winter and a black santa cruz as a toy that has never been driven in snow, rain or a a wet road(1500 miles in 16 months of ownership).

[@PKAPE004]

I lived in California when the first gen of xB came out in early 2000’s. It was VERY popular among young people. I personally didn’t like it because it looked funky and seemed to associate with kids who loved modifying their cars. Circumstances made me own a used one well after it was discontinued. I was in love with it right away and wish I bought a new one when it came out.

[@SeanChandler]

The xb is so awesome! Miss mine and still happy to see so many on the roads despite their age and sales.

[@wakawaka1976]

Bought the 05 new because I thought it was so ugly it was cute and it would fit two car seats when my wrx wouldnt. Still have and love it

[@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC]

I love my 2011 Scion xb it’s the best car I’ve ever had it’s so good looking and soo much fun to drive I absolutely love it I will never ever sell it it’s a forever car ❤️

[@aaronp0324]

I got an 05 w/ 200k miles. For what it is, it's the best cash car you can buy. Hardly ever have trouble and when i do it's cheap to fix. I love the upright seats for my back.

[@RenoEeker]

2004 xB here, but I bought it in a test market in San Jose before they went live other places. The California DMV listed it as a 2003 model because it wasn't in the database when I got it. This is still my daily driver and it's at 220k and going strong. I think Toyota killed it because it was *too* good. It wasn't helping them sell cars -- it was like the vw bug of its day. And holy crap, the paint job -- it's still factory perfect 21 years later.

[@wakawaka1976]

My 05 paint job is trash here in Southern California but the car is still going strong and I love it. Only 130k on it though. Looking for one with a spoiler that has a clean title and nice body.

[@ronalddelrosario7405]

Hehe, I also love my 1st gen 2006 xB. Hands down the best car I've ever had (not really saying much, though). It's reliable, surprisingly spacious, still gets great gas mileage and has great brakes, very important for my 1+ hour rush hour commute. Just today had my 200k service and it's still going strong. Hopefully I can push it to 300k before I have to get another car...

[@wesleyd6080]

Have tead about these things going over 400k. Makes me happy only having 94k on mine haha

[@rizato1]

They will reach 300 easy

[@LENINsWORLD]

I love my 1st gen (03-06) xB/bB I think eventually these will be rare a sought after as a collector. I kinda went crazier than most xB owners by adding a Greddy turbo and currently auto x/track xing it 🤘💀 📦🔰🏁

[@skywarp0564]

I'm happy with my 08 xB.

[@VegasGenxBox]

gen1xBs rule! Vanesa, my 05 Black TRD version, is the best car I've ever owned.

[@jimcapp5077]

Older middle aged women loved the first generation Scion Xb; Even at twenty years old Women who weren't familiar with the Scion brand want to know where they can get one,

[@toyotabrony]

I use to own 2011 Scion xB2.5 for four years. In 2015, they were gonna discontinue the Xbox so I trade for a fresh brand new 2015 Scion xB. I truly love Scion xB2.5. So I owned xB for 12/13 years and still owning xB. Now I turn into a usable lifted Scion xB. 2” front and 2.5” rear, 215/70/16 Toyo open country at3 with black rhino boxer gold wheels. Bullguard with led light bar, roof rails and roof rack. Made it into an eye catching lifted box. And I want to own 2 more xB2.5’s one day.❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@theoriginaljimmykicker]

I own three of them. One of them is a 2012 parts vehicle that a tree fell on. And it was bad. Still, I drove it home almost 500 miles just like that. I bought it for the engine and transmission for my car which had the oil consumption issue that I have largely solved by piston soaking. So the engine in my car refuses to die at 247,000 miles. My wife drives a 2008, and it has 297,000 on it. Both cars will go anywhere. I have owned mine personally for 13 years, and she has owned hers for seven. They very rarely give us any trouble. Oh, and the Parts 2012? It's wearing all the junk parts from the 2008, and I put the interior in my car. It's got a clear title so I pushed the roof back out and I'm going to lift it and cut part of it off. I'm still not sure what I'm going to do with it. It has 80,000 miles on it so it should run a long long time

[@toyotabrony]

@@theoriginaljimmykicker I use to own a 2012 Scion xB for four years and it use to be a taxi. When I heard in 2015 was the last year to discontinue. I had to trade for a brand new one for a fresh start. So after few years I got it paid off. So now I own 2015 lifted Scion xB for 9 years. Total of owning Scion xB2.5 from 2011 to 2015 model. About 13 years of owning Scion xB. And I will not stop owning xB’s. Right now it has 86k+ miles with no issues.

[@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC]

Man I’ve owned 7 2nd gen Scion XBs I absolutely love them their amazing cars I don’t know why so many people don’t like them

[@toyotabrony]

@@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC it’s because they love the more JDM xB1, it was pure square, it was original, it was much different than others, it was hip af, it’s fun to drive, and it was the closest one we have for small box cars like in Japan. Once it hits 2008, they loose their pure JDM touch of the xB1. That’s why the sales sells so well before it hit 2008.

[@Tuned1]

1st gen xB and the unique design outside japan was the key. here in europe we don't have bB in 1st or 2nd gen. but we got the Daihatsu Materia or known as Daihatsu COO in asia. its the same as the 2nd bB gen of japan. I love the design from, so i bought a Materia and build my own bB 2nd gen. I also have a 1st gen bB now in my garage. i hope toyota will bring a 3rd gen of this masterpiece!

[@SeanChandler]

Didn’t know they got the second gen bb thank you for that!

[@chefbgordon8892]

Got mine as a first car 4 years ago still have it put 60k miles on it lowered it, sway bars, and on some rays gramlights. Still getting 25mpg or more and very reliable.

[@nboothful]

I bought a new xA in '06.I conisederd the xB but just wasn't into the boxy look. One price, one config- fully loaded. I was in and out of the dealership in about an hour. total cost was $13k. Paid it off in just over a year. It was truly a high quality car at a low price. I miss those days. Now I have a Kia Soul and love it just as much. No better value than a small, low price, boxy car.

[@SeanChandler]

The Scion dealer experience was awesome! No haggle no Mark ups

[@leeball4]

I've recently come to the conclusion that I have inherited an '09 xB. My father-in-law loaned it to me when I was going to school last year and every attempt I've made to return it to him he refuses and says that he'd rather have me drive it than have it sit as he didn't drive it much. Now he's at the point where he really shouldn't be driving. I gotta admit it really isn't my cup of tea. I find the visibility terrible, blind spots on both rear corners and the short windshield keeps me from seeing stop lights if I'm first in line. I also find the dash configuration maddening, center mounted gauges make me feel unbalanced. Despite those and other complaints it does have it's merits. It's fairly peppy but doesn't feel fast, I'm usually 5-10 over the speed limit before I know it. The head room is AMAZING, I'm 6ft and easily have 8" from top of my head to the ceiling. Back seat has a ton of leg room, fitting 4 large adults is hilariously easy. And good cargo space. My FIL says it's his favorite car he's ever owned so I know I won't be selling for some time, too much sentimentality wrapped up in it. So I've decided to start doing some small quality of life improvements such as upgrading to a modern head unit with wireless carplay, a backup camera, and roof rack. It is a reliable little car, is inexpensive to operate and never complains. Plus it was free and only has 71k miles on it!

[@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC]

What visibility issues? Me personally it’s great it’s really roomy and had great visibility and it’s pretty dang fast I have a 2011 try doing a tune up replacing your spark plugs and wires and coil packs and see if it’s faster

[@leeball4]

@@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC Quoting myself here: "blind spots on both rear corners and the short windshield keeps me from seeing stop lights if I'm first in line." The large rear pillars take up a lot of real estate and block my sight lines when I need to check my corners and the mirrors don't make up for it. Installing a backup camera has largely solved that issue and I would recommend doing so. If you don't experience these issues, that's great, however this is my experience.

[@Lee-fy3uv]

As a long time jdm enthusiast and tech, i chose to purchase a first gen (5 speed manual) recently. Super reliable and simple (cheap and easy to maintain) platform. Spacious af. Lots if aftermarket support (already slammed it on coils). And love it or hate it - its super unique. Thanks for the vid

[@SeanChandler]

Nice! Had an 06 5spd and was great except for a common evaporator ac failure that was a bit laborious or costly to repair. Thanks for the comment!

[@michaelyarbrough2278]

I have had a 2008 XB since new. Best car ever. I have always had a passion for VWs but find myself wanting a first Gen XB. Very cool

[@timsouza7903]

I just got a 2006 scion XB with a manual transmission… So far I’ve been able to change out the engine oil transmission oil and rebuild a door hinge now it has a new life… I have absolutely love this thing so far😊

[@SeanChandler]

That’s awesome! I had an 06 manual as well.

[@999benhonda]

I owned an 06 for 9 years...from 35k miles to 175k miles. Great freaking car. 5 adults, no problem...a moped and a pit bike, easy...2x8 sheet of plywood...yep that fit too. Dirt cheap to keep running, held up to snow/salt without rusting out. Did well in the snow. Just a solid, all around capable rig. No cruise control was my only real complaint. Had the 2nd gen followed the same formula, I would have bought it when replacing my 06. I ended up getting a 2016 Corolla. It does what I need, but without all the fun and utility that the xb gave. Despite the xb having 40 fewer hp than my Corolla, it was just as quick, due to weighing 800 pounds less. That's what sucks...USA regulations changed and now small cars are bigger/heavier...even though they have less interior space.

[@Abrothers12]

I drive a KIA soul, and I must say, it’s way easier to park a toaster than an F-150. It also has some of the best headroom and 360 visibility of any car I’ve driven. TOYOTA should have been keeping notes.

[@scionnn]

kia soul is a copy of a scion xb.

[@nunyabeezwacks1408]

I drive a 2005 xb with manual transmission with > 250k miles. If the Kia Soul was available with manual transmission, I'd be willing to try it out and possibly make the switch.

[@scionnn]

@@nunyabeezwacks1408 i have a 05 manual too, im looking to making it a nice show race car. i also have a 06, it had 432k miles, all original. never get the kia soul, there are millions of reasons to not get the kia soul.

[@tonygibbons5]

Kia were definitely taking notes of the first gen xB 👀

[@foxstodios]

​@@nunyabeezwacks1408 the 1st gen souls had a manual option

[@rowsdower12]

At first I wasn't keen on the xb. But now I appreciate it. 1st Gen. Second Gen is good inside but not outside in my opinion. I owned an Echo. Served me well

[@Steve-yt2ru]

Scored an 06 with 40k miles. It's basically new.

[@dbee8084]

Hell yea! I got an 06 back in 2021 with less than 30k miles.

[@PC_Drive]

I just bought a 1st gen. I've wanted one for years, since I first took a ride in one. I was amazed by the space and potential. Now I have one for the fuel economy, but now it makes me want to spend money modding it.

[@kurticusmaximus]

I love my Scion xD (xB’s little brother)!

[@rizato1]

I have ‘05 with 372,000 miles. I’ve beat the living crap out of it and it won’t die. Trying to maintain her better, but it’s a fun car. Easy to work on and learn.

[@BboyMobster]

I need one. When I saw the xb first gen I wanted one badly but my parents wouldn’t do sign lol. I could have gotten one a million times but it just slipped my mind honestly until recently.

[@emilianozapata1229]

It was love at first sight for me the first time I saw it on the road and vowed to one day own one...three years later I was able to afford one with 32000 miles on it, 14 years later and at 340000 miles it's still going strong; I just wish I could find someone in the Chicago area to fix the rust on it before it's too late.

[@PLURRAVERS]

I'm sitting in my xb ❤

[@kevintaylor7679]

okay there's something critical you missed this video, the main reason the 1st gen got phased out was changing safety standards in the usa. 2007 was the when the new rules went into effect and the 1st gen was not able too meet those standards. it was a short run in the usa and toyota often breezes over how well they did in the us market.

[@SeanChandler]

Thank you I believed this to also be a cause but I couldn't find any data on it. I wonder if Toyota would have imported the bB2 otherwise, and also wonder why the xB2 got such a big engine.

[@tonygibbons5]

Oh 😲 what didn't they meet safety wise?

[@SpiKSpaN-ei6zq]

My 05 xa with 200k + is ridiculously reliable and gets 35mpg.

[@BobKenge]

💯 agree. Good review

[@marvelouslighting3181]

I love my XB. I bought my RS3 in 2006 and had to put down a $500.00 Deposit just to see. I still own it with 97,000 on it and still runs like brand new even after i have been showing it in car shows for 13 years.

[@shockblok]

2012 XB here, love it! Have had many vehicles but strangely my favorite. Unfortunate about the oil consumption issue with the second gen though, hopefully new owners are aware and deal with it/keep an eye on it to keep these dying cars around 😅

[@myleslong5584]

First gen Saturns were terrific little cars with a loyal following. I remember quite a few of them with over 200,000 miles at a time when that wasn’t the norm for American made vehicles. It wasn’t until GM started marketing Opels as Saturns that they became less imaginative,less reliable and more expensive,which helped lead to their extinction.

[@wakawaka1976]

When me and my wife first saw the XB we thought it was so ugly that we fell in love with it and traded my Subaru WRX in for one. Still have and love my 05. I want to get my kids one for their first car but the same love isn’t there and all I’m finding are salvage title ones.

[@wizerdjuice9589]

When the Kia Soul came out I thought I’d buy one but the more I read into toasters the more I should buy an XB. Got a 2006 low miles and it’s great. The only reason I would get a gen 2 is the better safety rating.

[@nman2563]

Sounds so simple but so many people misread the situation. I had a 1st Gen xB but I understand why they did what they did with Gen2. Young people are not looking for maximum convenience and practicality. Older people are, which is why the 1st gen was such a hit with boomers. The younger generation places more emphasis on style. Gen 2 was also still more than practical enough. They had to beef up Gen 2 to keep up with changing crash protection safety standards that Gen 1 would never meet due to its much thinner shell. The Kia Soul is much more akin to a Gen 2 Scion than the Gen 1. The Kia certainly has no more practicality over the Gen 2 xB

[@kevinbates3575]

i have owned both, bought a new 5spd XB in 2004 , bought a 2nd gen 2011 8.0 release edition in 2023. The 2nd gen is hands down better , Performance is incomparable. Styling is great with some nice wheels and mods. I will take the slightly less MPG for a car that can pass on the highway. The 2nd gens are one of the most underrated cars on the market.

[@isthatatesla]

Toyota Matrix. 😉 Good stuff, Sean !

[@SeanChandler]

Thank you, always appreciated!

[@BobKenge]

If the xB/xA had the plastic rear cargo and interior rails as the Matrix they would have been more practical and durable. The Matrix is much better in almost everything except querkiness in styling 😅

[@oreally8605]

The Scion xB would still be around if the 2008-2015 Scion xB had the 2.5 180hp motor, and the Tc had 210hp. With my 9.0 RS Scion xB I can Chirp the tires on takeoff if i want. And it's automatic too. But alas Toyota seems to hate style, room, and fun.

[@sweetasiansugar]

Owned 1st and 2nd gen XB, would like a 3rd gen with that 8 speed automatic.

[@Moondoggy1941]

1:33 I remember seeing a billboard for the Celica. Celica it only looks fast. I wanted to paint EXACTLY on the billboard.

[@torokun]

Still have my 2004 xB. It's burning through oils now but still runs solid. My kids call it "Mr. Fridge." LOL

[@rickyrichy5496]

I had an Honda element. I loved that box

[@dpajc056]

Damn I LOVE these boxy cars...Nissan Cube, Kia Soul, Honda Element, Toyota xB, even Ford Flex....but no one else I know does!!!

[@heyitsjeffagain]

Selling my xB was one of the biggest mistakes I ever made. I had already added cruise control. It just needed some sound isolation and window tint and it would have been nearly perfect. Oh, well … 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@lsantiago35]

Just got an 06. Go buy one.

[@scionnn]

I own a 2006 Scion xB, since 2007, im the 2nd owner at 432k Miles. all orignal. I also own a 2005, its a 5speed, currently changing the engine. *Funfact:* At 1:10 there is a Scion tC at the 2nd to the right. Do you see it?!

[@caroljohnson48]

Wow!

[@alltheseflavors]

Lots of interesting info. I have a used '06. I wish they'd make an updated version of them so I could get a new one 😆 I don't really like the later versions.. I'm at about 175,000 miles. In my experience I will just say I wish they just used slightly taller & robust wheels/suspension/tires/tyres; It's too easy to bend a rim around here, & i smack my head getting in/out sometimes 😂 And I think the Alternator mount could've been 2 points, mine will not stay tight, belt always squeaks at first but stops when accellerate (yes even checked by AAA mechanics) but it still works. The AC does not, & i watched a vid on here where he wore out the warranty on AC's replacing it 3 times before giving up. Something about the clutch for the AC motor doesnt disengage when not in use, so it burns itself up every time. Would've been nice, none of my cars have had AC 😂 Its ok tho. Pretty good on gas, average 18 winter 24 summer. 15 min. 26 max average (no way to tell how much its getting while running, hiway probably about 30)

[@emilianozapata1229]

I had the same squeaking belt problem and I also kept tightening the Alternator mount, but the noise always came back...until I bought a OEM belt at a Toyota dealer (about the same price as aftermarket), problem solved. Wiper blades will also be much better OEM.

[@isthatatesla]

Phoenix should have added HEAVY RAIL instead of light rail DECADES AGO!

[@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC]

1st gen owners what do you guys pay to fill up your car with these insane gas prices and what state? Here in Florida my 2nd gen takes 45 dollars almost empty and empty empty it takes 50 which is really good since I drive about 400 miles a week and it lasts me a week. Let me know 1st gen owners maybe I’m wrong about them maybe the 1st gen is just as good

[@FranzJx]

2:19 ERMMMM I WAS ERMMMM WTHECK!!!!??? LOL SATURN THATS LIKKE>>>????? ERM A PLANET LAWWWLLLL!!!!

[@flawlesspooby1]

stream sniped

[@isthatatesla]

2:14 Hi Bob! 😐

[@HoldLeadersAccountable]

Public transportation should be better here in Los Angeles I also look forward to future small EVs that can charge fast and font in the small parking spots on the street. Enforcing small cars by tax incentives coul promote more small cars too. IDK Great video.

[@SeanChandler]

💯 public transportation in LA needs a big upgrade and love the idea of small EVs. There’s too much focus on bigger EVs with more range that hardly ever gets utilized. Thank you!

[@nunyabeezwacks1408]

Public transportation in L.A. isn't safe. They have "ambassadors" patrolling the system, but they can't do anything except call 911.

[@slj3332]

Public transportation should be better everywhere.

[@johnathansparks1678]

Bring back the BOX!

[@scionnn]

Also the 2nd gen xB came out in 2008, not in 2006.

[@SeanChandler]

Oops did I say 2008

[@scionnn]

​@@SeanChandler4:47

[@scionnn]

​@@SeanChandlerAlthough in japan, they did remodel it in 2006, in us they remodeled it in 2008.

[@SeanChandler]

Oh sorry for the confusion. I think was referring to the second gen bB that came out in 2006 in Japan (but was not released for the US market)

[@nurseadrianern]

My 2015 XB gets terrible mpg for size of engine- low miles .

[@PLURRAVERS]

Hey they showed EXTREME DAIKY DRIVER

[@isthatatesla]

TOYOTA is in trouble. I sold my Hilux to someone who will give it the love it deserves. Toyota has been talking about fuel cells since that truck was made...1994. Nope!

[@stnkpalm]

Yeah the first gen Scion xB was cooler than the second.

[@SpeedyGeneralMotorsINC]

Naw that’s what you think the 2nd gen Scion XB is wayyy better than than the 1 gen it’s way more modern, better looking(sorry but it is the 1 gen is not bad though) better motor, and way sportier try one you won’t regret it

[@theoriginaljimmykicker]

Some of this I disagree with. Saying the xB2 is "less practical" is total BS. It has almost 70 cubic feet of cargo area compared to xB1 which has 44, so in fact it's a lot more practical. Since It also has 50% more power and although not rated to tow (the Toyota Rukus which is the same exact car in Australia has a 1500lb capacity) tows stuff just fine. I tow my band trailer and two utility trailers when I need to. Try that with an xB1. Ain't happening. Toyota's marketing campaign for the xB was weak to say the least. Like they simply didn't care. Does anyone recall seeing a commercial for it? I don't. Kia's was brilliant in realizing this and it is OBVIOUS they absolutely stole the car's overall design. The Gen 2 xB in terms of practicality wins here too. It still has more power and much more usable cargo space since it's more square and the roof doesn't roll off. Plus it's a freakin Kia which in my eyes isn't a car I'd own. 13.5 years with my xB car and the biggest repair? An alternator.

[@static_Tricolor_camry]

The 2AR-FE has the worst fuel economy. I got a 2016 Scion TC with a Manual Transmission, I remember driving it the first year I bought it in 2023 the gas would go down fast on short distance drive. The 2AZ-FE has better gas mileage the same engine my 2007 Camry has with modifications and it also has a Manual Transmission.

[@toyotabrony]

For tC2/2.5. Those 2AR’s are excellent engines. For tC or Camry, u don’t buy for fuel saving vehicle, u but it for fun.

[@Sashazur]

I had a first gen tC with automatic. It got mid 30s MPG, pretty much what I expected. It was a good car but it was clearly built to be cheap, it looked it inside.

[@shodyevsamarkandskii707]

buy a toyota rumion(same car) with 1.8l

[@GlitterGuru]

You’re wrong about Saturn. People love it.

[@Trd2020]

The 2nd gen Xb was better looking

[@ashxc]

did your seeing-eye dog type this?

[@sentiencepsn2714]

That was a hard video to watch. Way too many bland jokes “GM poured billions into Saturn, not the planet”. Like, who is going to find that funny? Content is good, but buried under irrelevant one liners.

[@SeanChandler]

You must be a fun person to be around

[@sentiencepsn2714]

Geez. Even your come backs are terrible. Take my constructive criticism to heart. You have good content. Just present it without the throwaway jokes. Look at “my old car” KZbin videos if you want to see how a relatively ‘bland’ presenter is able to still deliver high quality content.

[@SeanChandler]

I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Your first comment just seemed more critical than constructive. This video was kind of an experiment on a very niche car I once owned.

[@ncooty]

It's crazy that Toyota simply can't stop itself from making boring and ugly cars. They're super reliable, but you look at them and just say, "Ugh."

[@toyotabrony]

Sometimes. A nice simple boring cars, with simple mods and with automotive led lighting upgrades gives them a nice facelift ❤️‍🔥

[@crystalheart6261]

My 06 scion has 250k miles and im just having my first major fix- a new clutch.

[@bartmormino907]

I got 1 and I will run it into the ground and rebuild it. 2006! My 2008 burned so much oil I had to get rid of it.

[@toyotabrony]

Or u could have swap for 2.5L 2AR.

[@bartmormino907]

Will the tc motor fit into the xb 2006?

[@BobKenge]

Maybe but 1.8 1zz, 2zz and Beams engine will fit no prob

[@you2ubesucksbeyond]

I’ve owned 4 all purchased new down to 3 in the family all first gen RS’s I met 6 other Scion nerds in Tulsa and we created SciKoTiCs Scion owner club nation wide. Miss those days Miami event, Group 1 for the United event. They trashed my paint making the ad on my Torched penny B and Toyota totally repainted it. Lot of memories and great friends made