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2009 Scion xB
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Base Price: $17,320
Price as Tested: $17,944
Why We Drove It: The 2009 Scion xB is called a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
• Scion consistently refers to the xB as an “urban utility vehicle.”
• Scion claims it made the second-generation xB bigger because “owners told us they wanted a bigger box,” according to a company spokesperson.
• Compared to the original, the 2009 Scion xB has three extra inches in width, four extra inches in wheelbase, and 12 extra inches in length. It also rides one inch lower.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s coefficient of drag is 0.32 Cd.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s base curb weight is 3,020 pounds.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s 2.4-liter engine is the same one found in the Scion tC coupe, and it makes 55 more horsepower than the first-generation Scion xB’s motor.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s powertrain is covered by a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. The standard warranty coverage is 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
• The 2009 Scion xB is equipped with four-wheel-disc brakes, with ventilated discs in front.
• The 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a MacPherson strut front and torsion beam rear suspension, tuned for sporty ride and handling.
• Scion wanted the 2009 xB’s interior to offer lounge-like comfort and ambience.
• The 2009 Scion xB offers 21.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat.
• With the back seat folded down, the 2009 Scion xB has 69.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s front seats fully recline for added cargo capability and comfort.
• The 2009 Scion xB features a fixed cargo tray under the rear seats that can accommodate smaller items like laptops, cameras, magazines, and CDs.
• Every 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a trip computer that calculates instant fuel economy, average fuel economy, distance to empty, and average speed.
• Every 2009 Scion xB has an outside temperature display.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s gauges glow a deep orange at night.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s standard stereo includes Scion Sound Processing (pre-set equalizer settings), a USB port, a customizable welcome screen, MP3/WMA compatibility, satellite radio compatibility, a subwoofer RCA output, and Advanced Sound Retriever technology.
• Every 2009 Scion xB is equipped with six Pioneer speakers: one in each front door panel complemented by two front tweeters, and two full range speakers in the rear door panels.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s standard stereo displays track, artist, and album information when an iPod is connected.
• The 2009 Scion xB comes standard with rear head unit outputs, allowing the owner to easily upgrade the sound system.
• Ther 2009 Scion xB’s optional premium audio system allows owners to download “skins” from the Pioneer website to display on the organic electroluminescent screen. Or, owners can upload their own images and video clips for display.
• The 2009 Scion xB comes with a standard first-aid kit.
• Scion claims it made the second-generation xB bigger because “owners told us they wanted a bigger box,” according to a company spokesperson.
• Compared to the original, the 2009 Scion xB has three extra inches in width, four extra inches in wheelbase, and 12 extra inches in length. It also rides one inch lower.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s coefficient of drag is 0.32 Cd.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s base curb weight is 3,020 pounds.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s 2.4-liter engine is the same one found in the Scion tC coupe, and it makes 55 more horsepower than the first-generation Scion xB’s motor.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s powertrain is covered by a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. The standard warranty coverage is 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
• The 2009 Scion xB is equipped with four-wheel-disc brakes, with ventilated discs in front.
• The 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a MacPherson strut front and torsion beam rear suspension, tuned for sporty ride and handling.
• Scion wanted the 2009 xB’s interior to offer lounge-like comfort and ambience.
• The 2009 Scion xB offers 21.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat.
• With the back seat folded down, the 2009 Scion xB has 69.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s front seats fully recline for added cargo capability and comfort.
• The 2009 Scion xB features a fixed cargo tray under the rear seats that can accommodate smaller items like laptops, cameras, magazines, and CDs.
• Every 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a trip computer that calculates instant fuel economy, average fuel economy, distance to empty, and average speed.
• Every 2009 Scion xB has an outside temperature display.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s gauges glow a deep orange at night.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s standard stereo includes Scion Sound Processing (pre-set equalizer settings), a USB port, a customizable welcome screen, MP3/WMA compatibility, satellite radio compatibility, a subwoofer RCA output, and Advanced Sound Retriever technology.
• Every 2009 Scion xB is equipped with six Pioneer speakers: one in each front door panel complemented by two front tweeters, and two full range speakers in the rear door panels.
• The 2009 Scion xB’s standard stereo displays track, artist, and album information when an iPod is connected.
• The 2009 Scion xB comes standard with rear head unit outputs, allowing the owner to easily upgrade the sound system.
• Ther 2009 Scion xB’s optional premium audio system allows owners to download “skins” from the Pioneer website to display on the organic electroluminescent screen. Or, owners can upload their own images and video clips for display.
• The 2009 Scion xB comes with a standard first-aid kit.
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hi just have 1400 miles on my new 2009 SCION - this vehicle is a race car in disguise i say that because of all the race car technology built into this car-i owned a 1965 porsche convertible 356 for 7 years and this car drivability often compares to that cars-- you have a proven 4 cylNder 16 valve engine--fast pick up for any car-stability control-great 4 disc brakes-mcperson strut suspension in front-front wheel drive- fuel injected--vertical shocks in the rear-- 16 inch by 6.5 tires stock-i have the auto trans that you can drive just like a stick with no clutch--it is amazing to use -this thing is a go kart on steriods--so much fun to drive-i have not enjoyed driving a car this much since my porsche--i am getting 26.2 miles per gallon and she is not yet broken in--i do live in central FLORIDA -so all my driving is highway--i have room for my radio control airplanes-and to do some serious shopping at times -DO I REALLY LOVE THIS CAR--YES I DO I AM 65 YEARS OLD AND RETIRED AND HAVING FUN WITH THIS GREAT HANDLING -INEXPENSIVE SUPER CAR---life is good -- buy one of these
-- Posted by TONY LENTINI on 10/1/2009 6:30:00 PM
All the good things are true, sadly so are the bad things. The worst for me is the terrible designed radio. Most used knob by ipod users is the right most knob. Amereican drivers sit on the left. LCD is difficult so see on sunny days. Unlike the ipod you can't scroll from the "Z"s to the "As" and vice versa. Big disadvantage
-- Posted by Ernesto on 1/26/2010 7:20:00 PM
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