New 2009 Scion xB [ 2008 ]
Based on analysis of 60 xB reviews and test drives.
Scion xB - What the Auto Press Says
The 2009 Scion xB ranks 17 out of 34 Affordable Small Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 60 published reviews and test drives of the Scion xB, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
Reviewers like the xB for its defiantly unstylish appearance, beefed up four-cylinder engine, safety features, and reasonable price tag. But they also can't get over the car's fuel economy and poor ergonomics.
xB Performance - 7.3 (Good)
There are a lot of plusses about the 2009 Scion xB's performance. Test drivers say a more powerful engine and more engaged driving experience is among them. But the car also has its pitfalls on the road -- shifting can sometimes be rough, and the expected fuel numbers might leave you disappointed. Go to our full Performance Review for EPA numbers. continue
xB Exterior - 8.2 (Very Good)
The new Scion xB is undeniably curvier than previous generations, but whether the still-boxy car is attractive is a matter of taste. To some the xB is just as ugly as before, but Motor Trend thinks "the original's lunchbox-on-steroids look has been refined into a kind of appealing postmodern transportation device worthy of a bit part in 'Blade Runner.'" Our full Exterior Review gives more opinion on the 2009 xB's softer shape, while our Scion xB Photos allow you to judge the boxy meets curvy shape for yourself. continue
xB Interior - 7.2 (Good)
A few cheap fixings and hard-to-use entertainment features don't do much to dampen the appeal of the 2009 xB's cabin. Road and Track says, "The cavernous interior is functional while having some newfound form." Check our full Interior Review to learn about the xB's two rear-seat DVD players, optional nav unit and six-speaker stereo, or continue to our Scion xB Photos to see some of the standard entertainment features up close. continue
xB Safety - NA
The 2009 Scion xB gets good scores in both federal government and insurance industry crash tests. Continue with our full Safety Review for details on safety ratings and standard features. continue
xB Reliability - 5.0 (Mediocre)
The 2009 Scion xB reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The xB has a basic warranty good for the first 36 months or 36,000 miles. Click to our full Reliability Review for more information on the xB's powertrain and rust-through coverage. continue
