2011 Scion xB: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2011 Scion xB gets slightly refreshed exterior styling and a revised interior. This compact car is a front-wheel-drive wagon with a one-piece rear liftgate. A 158-horsepower 2.4-liter 4-cylinder remains the only engine. It teams with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain-side airbags, and front-side airbags. DVD entertainment and a navigation system are among the available features. A number of factory-approved accessories are sold as dealer-installed options. New for 2011 is the Release Series 8.0, which has a standard sunroof and unique trim.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons with wheelbases 99.4 inches or longer. Our Best Buys include the Honda Civic, Mazda 3, Nissan Versa, Volkswagen Golf, and Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet Cruze and Scion xB. New or significantly redesigned models include the Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Volt, Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Leaf, and Volkswagen Jetta Sedan.