2005 Scion xA: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Scion is Toyota's youth-oriented line, and the xA 4-dr hatchback is Scion's least-expensive model. Like its Scion siblings, xA is a small front-wheel-drive model sold through Toyota dealers. The xA borrows from Toyota's Echo its 1.5-liter 4-cyl engine, manual and optional automatic transmissions, and other underskin components. Curtain side airbags bundled with front torso side airbags are available as the xA's only other major factory option. Standard equipment includes ABS, air conditioning, power windows/locks/mirrors, single-disc CD stereo, and 60/40 split folding rear seat. Dealers offer a variety of factory-approved functional upgrades and dress-up accessories for all Scions.

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