Norfolk, VA Scion xB Buyer's Guide

Owner Reviews
4.6
59 Reviews
Overall
4.6
Value
4.6
Performance
3.4
Style
4.0
Comfort
4.2
Fuel Economy
4.3
Reliability
4.6
Top Dealers In Norfolk, VA
  1. Smart Wheels Fairfax
  2. Priority Toyota Chesapeake

Scion xB Owner Ratings & Reviews

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Overall
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2006 Scion xB - Great Around Town Vehicle

Cathie
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Overall
5.0
Value
5.0
Performance
3.0
Style
1.0
Comfort
3.0
Fuel Economy
4.0
Reliability
4.0
I bought this vehicle in 2006 when I began to have problems with my knees. My previous vehicle was a Mazda Protege. The Mazda was an excellent car but it sat very close to the ground. Getting in and out of this vehicle was very difficult because of the problem with my knees. The Scion sat at the right height for me. I have had this vehicle for eleven years and have no plans to sell it in the near future.
Story
One as I was entering a grocery store a twelve year old boy fell in love with the vehicle. I was amused because the Scion XB looks like a rolling toaster. It certainly doesn't look like a hot sports car. His Mom looked as amused as I was and told him when he was old enough he could buy one for himself.
Pros
This car has great gas mileage. When I first bought it, I was making a 30 mile round trip to work five days a week so the mileage was an important consideration. The only money that I have put into the car, expect for its original cost, is routine maintenance and two new sets of tires. It has been very economical. I have three grandchildren. There is lots of room for them in this car. The back seat has plenty of room for two adults.
Cons
It's a great around town vehicle, but it is not good for long trips. The ride is a little bumpy and for some people, like my husband, the driver's seat is at an angle that causes leg cramps after a half hour. The position of the speedometer is a little strange. Sometimes you have to look around it. The post between the windshield and the passenger window blocks the view of oncoming traffic. You need to wait a couple of extra seconds before you pull into oncoming traffic.

2004 Scion xB - Spacious and Sporty

Theresa
Staunton, Virginia
Overall
5.0
Value
4.0
Performance
3.0
Style
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Fuel Economy
4.0
Reliability
5.0
The Scion xB provides a large amount on interior room mixed with economical gas mileage. The large boxy shape allows for ample head and leg room that I would compare to a van or SUV. The interior provides a number of unique storage options, including a built in pen cup, large glove compartment, and many hooks that fold down to hold bags or other personal items. The large back seat provides great space for a number of passengers, both children and adults, to ride comfortably. I enjoy the distinctive boxy or “toaster style” which is a great combination with the amount of room on the interior. I do have some difficulty with limited trunk storage space given the spaciousness of the rest of the vehicle. Often there is some lag in power when accelerating which has reportedly been fixed on ... (more)
Pros
The Scion xB provides a large amount on interior room mixed with economical gas mileage. The large boxy shape allows for ample head and leg room that I would compare to a van or SUV. The interior provides a number of unique storage options, including a built in pen cup, large glove compartment, and many hooks that fold down to hold bags or other personal items. The large back seat provides great space for a number of passengers, both children and adults, to ride comfortably. I enjoy the distinctive boxy or “toaster style” which is a great combination with the amount of room on the interio... (more)
Cons
I do have some difficulty with limited trunk storage space given the spaciousness of the rest of the vehicle. Often there is some lag in power when accelerating which has reportedly been fixed on the newer models. I also wish my model had cruise control or audio jack, which should come on newer or other models
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Norfolk, VA Dealer Ratings & Reviews

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Scion xB - Smart Wheels Fairfax

WG
Fairfax, Virginia
Overall
5.0
Facility
5.0
Process
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service
5.0
I went in knowing what car I wanted from their inventory, had a good test drive with one of their salesman who was new to the area, and enjoyed it. Same salesman helped me through all the paper work, and they reassured me that I would get approved financially which worked out great. The team there is very helpful, and the waiting area is very nice including their tropical fish tank. Had my car for a little over a year and had no issues at all.

2006 Scion xB - Priority Toyota Chesapeake

C.L.
Chesapeake, Virginia
Overall
4.0
Facility
4.0
Process
4.0
Quality
4.0
Service
5.0
I was able to upgrade parts on the car for an additional fee, of course. The salesman wasn't too pushy. The price was nice and I didn't feel pressured to purchase anything extra. Also, it didn't take up too much of my time.

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