New 2009 Scion tC Exterior Review [ 2008 , 2007 ]

#7

in Affordable Small Cars

Based on analysis of 44 tC reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $17,000 - $17,800
Invoice: $16,150 - $16,910
MPG: 20 City / 27 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:8.2
Performance:7.5
Exterior:7.9
Interior:7.5
Safety:9.5
Reliability:7.0
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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

Auto reviewers indicate the tC's sporty and stylish style, which carries over to 2009 almost unchanged, is still as tasteful and modern as when it was introduced.

  • "Not an instant classic, but bold enough to look fresh." -- U.S. News
  • "A smartly attractive coupe-styled body." -- Edmunds
  • "The tC looks nothing like the stubby Scion xA hatchback or the boxy Scion xB wagon. Its slab-sided shape is distinctly modern, if not progressive. Elements of luxury vehicles lurk in the details." -- Forbes
  • "If anything, the tC reminds me of the mid-90s Toyota Celica. … The whole effect is very modern, sleek and clean, but tasteful and not flashy." -- About.com
Review Last Updated: 10/21/08