2011 The Scion xB is also quite powerful

This year's installment of the Chicago Auto Show has seen the launch of great vehicles for the 2008 model year. One of such vehicles introduced to the public at the said event is the all-new 2008 xB from Toyota's marque, Scion.

If that's not enough to satisfy your inner audiophile, the optional Alpine Premium stereo adds a different faceplate with a touchscreen interface and a knob that combine to mimic an iPod's controls. A series of buttons makes switching among the seven different audio sources easy. Also included with the Alpine system is HD radio, a "media expander" that improves the sound quality of digital music files and additional RCA outputs for further expandability. A navigation system and a back-up camera can also be added to the upgraded stereo.


2011 The Scion xB is also quite powerful

2011 The Scion xB Sport Wagon 4D

While the xB is naturally a big draw with practicality-minded buyers, Scion hasn't lost sight of its original mission to be a hip, funky brand for hip, funky youngsters. For 2010, that means improving the standard and optional stereo systems. The factory-installed Pioneer stereo gets a new faceplate that provides a large display screen and a multipurpose control knob designed for use with the standard iPod interface. A new RCA output allows owners to plug in an aftermarket subwoofer

Consumer Reports' Top 10 Small Cars

• The Toyota Yaris, a sedan or 2-door or 4-door hatchback
• The Honda Fit, a 4-door hatchback
• Toyota Motor Corporation's Scion xD, a 4-door hatchback
• The Honda Civic coupe
• The Honda Civic sedan
• Toyota's Scion xB, a boxy wagon
• The non-turbo Subaru Impreza, a sedan or wagon
• The Mazda3 sedan
• The Toyota Corolla, a sedan
• The Hyundai Elantra wagon
  

2011 The Scion xB Sport Wagon 4D

THE Scion-TC RACING

THE Scion-TC RACING

In general this type of car was purposely made for the Generation Y's market or also known as the Millennial market. This car was made to have an easy and regular modification feature which will allow the driver to have more options on adding any desired car accessory and the like. This car has similar framework with Toyota's Avensis and it also uses a car suspension which is commonly used in modern vehicles. The price of this car may be low but the cost of a used Scion tC may be cheaper.

THE Scion-TC RACING

2010 the Scion TC (touring coupe)

In 2004 the Scion tC (touring coupe) was developed by one of the leading Japanese car company named Toyota. The Scion tC was just a show vehicle then but was introduced in the same year as the Toyota's new car model for 2005. The company started selling these cars by June 2004. Actually the Scion tC was the replacement for the car model called Celica (which means celestial) the manufacturing period for this model started in 1986 and ended in 2005.

the Scion tC (touring coupe)

Detail Interior and Audio 2011-Scion-xB

The so-called urban utility vehicle was first introduced to the public in 2011 and from then on, it has received quite a warm welcome from car buyers. The Scion xB is characterized by its boxy design and this has already become a distinction for Scion cars. It would seem that Scion car buyers loved the boxy design of the xB because the latest model of the vehicle is made even bigger and still has a boxy design. The latest installment of the Scion xB is the result of the feedbacks of xB owners that they wanted a bigger car.

Beyond these changes to the sound system, the xB remains a practical way to be offbeat. The xB's boxy shape and surprisingly sizable proportions provide a maximum of 70 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seatbacks folded, which is only 3 cubes less than the capacity of Toyota's RAV4. Raise those seats and there's enough room in back for a pair of full-size adults. The xB is also quite powerful thanks to a punchy 158-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. It's not the most fuel-efficient engine around, though, which is a definite drawback to the xB. Other demerits include distracting center-mounted gauges and a non-telescoping wheel that will likely infuriate taller drivers.


Detail Interior and Audio 2011-Scion-xB

2011 Scion-xB Pichup Concept

On the whole, the 2010 Scion xB is a compelling choice in the expanding segment of "compact boxes" that straddle the lines between hatchback, wagon and even compact crossover SUV.

However, the xB's subpar fuel economy, so-so driver comfort and bizarre gauge layout can't be overlooked. As such, competitors like the Chevy HHR, Honda Element, Kia Soul and Nissan Cube should be explored, as each offers its own brand of practical strangeness. If getting the most space out of a small, economical package is more important than the boxy look, the Honda Fit is probably a better choice. The xB may have made it hip to be square, but it's no longer the only box in town.


2011 Scion-xB Pichup Concept