2004 Scion xB: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

This boxy wagon went on sale in California in 2003 as one of two models introducing Toyota's youth-oriented Scion brand. Scions are sold through Toyota dealers and will be available nationwide during 2004. Added in summer 2004 was the tC coupe. Like the more-conventional Scion xA hatchback, the xB is a front-wheel-drive 5-passenger subcompact. However, it has a longer wheelbase than the xA, and a taller vanlike wagon body with a one-piece rear liftgate. It borrows its 1.5-liter 4-cyl engine, manual and optional automatic transmissions, and other underskin components from Toyota's small Echo sedans. Standard equipment includes ABS, antiskid/traction control, air conditioning, CD stereo, power windows/locks/mirrors, and split folding rear seat. Front side airbags and head-protecting curtain side airbags comprise the sole factory-option package. Dealers offer a number of factory-approved dress-up accessories, plus functional items including larger alloy wheels to replace the standard 15-inch steel wheels.