2006 Scion xB Reviews, Pricing & Specs

It isnt on par with luxury mini vans, and it isnt trying to be. This is the "Cool xB model, later ones, when style changed, look like squashed mini vans. It drives and turns tightly, nimble, and has tons of cargo space. I fit 5 bales of hay in the back, and had room for one more, if he had it to sell. MP3 aux input is handy, right between front seats. Seats themselves, other than lack of arm rest, are decent. Not sure I want a 5 hour ride in this, but all around Atlanta, short to modest trips, I like it. The A/C works well, could stand a little better vents or more of them, as it does have a lot of space to cool. Not a lot of extra features, but it is still decently appointed for the price. The reliability of these cars is extraordinary. Solid front disc brakes do a good job, drum brakes in rear, well, this car doesnt weigh all that much, so you dont really notice any difference. Car almost parks itself, gets into tight spaces, and is a fun out in the boonies ( twisty backroads for you city folk :-). Overall... it will haul 4 people, as long people in back arent 6 footers. Back seats fold down to give you large enough space to haul at least 5 square bales of hay ( i probably could of fit 6 ). I wouldnt drive this across country as seats are OK, but not long hours ok. Road noise is nominal, again, in this price range, its relative. I have owned a nice Chrysler Town and Country minivan, THIS isnt that, and isnt trying to be. Need a reliable car for college student with tons of space ? or kid moving out of the house, or YOU just want either a second car for shopping, or, you are on a budget, have a family of 4, and need space for groceries, this will still work. We have put over 30k on this car. It is now up for standard 95k service- timing chain, front end alignment ( just needs one not a 95k service ) tranny filter/fluid, tune up- about $350 total.. that is not that much actually. I spent over $750 on a timing belt on my Olds Cutlass back in 2001.. I would absolutely recommend this as a an extra car, kids first time car, or just in need of an " all around do almost everything but not break our budget " car.Oct 19, 2013

I can not say enough about this car. I go for practical, dependable, inexpensive to run. I run a lot, putting many miles on my vehicles. I usually own them for many years and take care of them. This one has repaid me by not breaking down, falling apart, or requiring anything more than regular oil changes, a few (very few) brakes and windshield wipers. I would buy another if we needed a third. (Yes we own two).Aug 31, 2013

Performance: zippy but not fast...handles good with few mods. Build quality: No big repairs...rides rough from dropping....oh well Appearance:interior is all black shag, exterior has few jdm pieces and more to put on this spring, also new 15 x 8 0 offset wheels Cost of ownership: low maintenance and good gas mileage Fun Factor: very fun to drive also has stereo that hits about 145 decibels.Mar 20, 2011

alright well the acceleration is better than my first car thats for sure but it is not anything to write home about. it has a whioppin 103 horsepower but i am all for sacrificing horsepower for the ouitstanding 28-35 mpg. it handles like a little civic and is fun to drive. because it is so light it comes to a stop quite quickly and that is a plus. you either hate the box or u love the box. i am one who loves the box. being 6'3" it has ample space for me plus someone of my same size to sit behind me, however the width of the car is nothing special it is snug with two big people next to eachother. being a toyota the only maintanence ive done is a tune up. i would recomend this to anyone who likes a fun car with outstanding gas mileage!!Dec 31, 2008

So it's a bit ugly, not too fast, but this car has got more personality than any I have owned. Its a blast to drive (once a little suspension upgrade) gets great gas milage and has room for everyone. Not to mention the community of owners I have met. There are 1000's of mods for it and it is pretty simple to work on. Its a solid reliable car and is cheap!Nov 12, 2008

Amazing cars! and cute too! I got this on the very first day in 07 and loved it ever since! very easy car to do mods too so if your bulding a car its a great one to start on espically with a wide varity of parts. also it's amazing on gas millage avaraging me city around 36-38 and high ways 37-40mpg the car is amazing to drive too huge windscreen and many windows around it makes it very easy to see around and it handles like a dream with a tight enough turn radious to make a u turn on a two lane road. over all I love the Toyota bB or as there known in the states Scion xB'sOct 24, 2008

Great monospec car, no haggle price. Walk-in, pay and leave. It looks small but once inside, lots of space for me (even a 6'3"). Not many bell and whistles but those break anyway, right? 33 combined mpg (that my real-world calculation) and I am a bit heavy on the throttle. Can feel a bit under-powered on the highway. I keep the overdrive off when merging onto the super slab. My only real complaint is it's tendency to upshift into overdrive around 35-40 mph (which you can hit in the city). Try climbing a hill in OD. Leaves you without usable power until it downshifts. Looks funky but grows on you quickly. Built by Toyota so parts and repairs are quality.Jul 07, 2008