2009 Scion xB Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

22 City / 28 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

158

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Sarah V

Nice car to ride in smooth and comfy

Love my scion it's a comfy car to ride in great on gas!! Runs great! I would get another one! It's roomy . It's great first car for anyone. I love it. Nice interior ! This car runs nice! So if anyone is looking for nice car this would be it! So I would recommend anyone to a scion

Jessica N

The seats fold for a easy clean would be great for moms or teens.

The 2009 scion xb looks small but has a lot of room inside. It also is great on gas. This is my first car and I don't see myself going with anything other than a scion. This car air conditioning cools quick and heat heats well. In my opinion the car is well worth the value. There is not a lot of management to it. My only complaint is the speaker's. They are ok but nothing to write home about.

Marie M

Scion xb, the best fitting wagon for all your needs.

Vehicle has tall headroom, bucket seats sit high for ease of getting in and out, while chassis is set low to the ground. Steering is tight and smooth; color and paint job is beautiful; wagon hatch lifts and closes easily; sound system is excellent; design is eye-catching.

Franklin R

It is incredibly spacious and a great ride.

I have never had any mechanical issues with the vehicle and I have over 100k miles on it. It is, highly reliable and spacious. The only two complaints I have are that the vehicle does suffer from aggressive oil consumption. However of you are changing your oil when the vehicle tells you to, it is not a problem. The other issue is that for a four cyl engine it only get about 28 miles to the gallon which is fairly poor when compared to newer 4 cyl vehicles.

Jennifer O

The toaster is a super cute ride!

It's very roomy on the inside! I love the look of it and the pick up of it. It gets great gas mileage.

Reynaldo A

There's a lot of room in the car. Easy to handle and reliable. I take it everywhere and had no major problems.

It's a reliable car, as long as you keep it maintained. Never had major problems. Has a lot of leg and space room.

kylie M

Toyota Motor Compact car yet spacious Extra oil in between oil changes

My scion XB has been an amazing first car. Super durable and amazing motor have never had problems with it. Even though it's completely minor, these cars do need about half of a quart oil in between oil changes. Quite a small hiccup for something that has gotten me through all of high school and so far through all of college. I would highly recommend!

Rod G

Safe, reliable, good storage space. Small, easy to drive

Small but lots of storage space. Good gas mileage. Safe, reliable

Negative Owner Reviews

Jimbob J

The vehicle is very uncomfortable for long drives.

This vehicle is not built for comfort on long drives. The seats are narrow and the console very confining. The armrest on the driver's seat isn't worth the material it's made from. It is too low to be of any use. Initially we had a problem with the breaks. They wore out very quickly, much faster than they should considering the vehicle has a manual transmission. The dealer service department was no help when this was reported. I'll never buy another Toyota product.

Billy-Ben S

It is very uncomfortable on long drives of three hours or more.

It is small and uncomfortable on long trips. The controls are laid out in an unusual manner. The arm rest on the driver's seat is mounted too low to be useful.

Jared F

Dislike how low it is to the road. Like the storage space. Dislike the cheap plastic exterior.

Keep an eye on the fuses and make sure you use the Toyota long life antifreeze(red) not normal antifreeze(blue).

Tanner B

It is just a big box I like the color and that it is tiny but spacious inside.

Air bags are deactivated along with the fact that my speakers play better on the left side rather than the right and my router's didn't last very long on the vehicle.

Megan H

It's a good car as long as you live in a town area.

I really love all the seating, and I have plenty of trunk space. Unfortunately though it's very low to the ground and drags it bottom everywhere.The gas mileage is ok as long as it's not a curved road. The system in the front is digital which is absolutely great.

Lisa P

It is great in the snow and ice.

I like the fact that it is a Toyota and well made. We haven't had any major problems with the car and there are 104,000 miles on it. I do not like the design (I did not choose the car - it was a gift) as it is too boxy for my liking but I am grateful for it! I also like that it has decent gas mileage.

Taylor L

It gets me to work and back.

I love that it is big enough to hold my family and luggage when traveling to see family. I hate that it is outdated. I wish it had better gas mileage.

Kay G

Awesome car for any age group.

5 Door hatchback, roomy, good on gas, 4 speed, led fog lamp, 3 back lights, signal light on mirrors, mp3, CD, anti- lock brakes, front, rear, side air bag, small LCD, less boxy in shape, six speakers, 20 inch wheels, good tires, DVD player, spare tire under car.

Scion xB Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

5dr Wgn Man

158 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

5dr Wgn Auto

158 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

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2009 Scion xB Owner Reviews

4.28

65 Reviews

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5 stars

49%

4 stars

34%

3 stars

12%

2 stars

1 star

Sharon P on February 21, 2021

This is a reliable, enjoyable, low cost car to own and use.

This scion has an old Camry engine before they 'upgraded' it, and has always run well. Repairs are few and inexpensive. Great gas mileage, and I can carry things most hatchbacks cannot. I bought brand new, and she is still going strong, although I have had some costs in the past year. The air conditioner is a weak spot, but with regular care she has had relatively few issues. I recently had the catalytic converter replaced, but the car has 150 miles on it. I am looking for a good low mileage xb to replace her in the next year.

jen p on February 15, 2021

Reliable and dependable car/

Very reliable and no issues whatsoever. If I had to purchase my car all over again, I totally would.

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Pros from Owners

Chad G.

The Scion xB is an excellent vehicle. It appears to be small on the outside but it is extremely roomy inside. It is very easy to get in and out of especially with you are disabled. The seats in back fold down allowing you plenty of room to transport decent sized items. The Scion xB has a Toyota motor which is very reliable and rarely if ever has mechanical issues (Take care of it changing the oil etc and it will take care of you).

John M.

It is a reliable vehicle for your everyday transportation needs. A scion xb will get you to destinations without a single problem. The vehicle is very economic and sufficient for the modern family or the typical driver.

Paytin R.

The car is small on the outside but it has plenty of room on the inside. The car drives really smooth. It is a good family car. It is a safe car. I get good gas mileage on it. The air vents in this car are better than most cars and you can adjust them to blow any direction.

Cons from Owners

Chad G.

The only cons 'maybe' would be that it gets around 24-26 mpg gas mileage. Some other cars may get a bit better than that and also it's not a luxury smooth ride. One of the things I noticed when I test drove it was how it was a bit bumpier ride than my previous vehicle which was a car. This is not really a car, the insurance companies classify it as a van. Regardless of the slightly bumpy ride you will easily fall in love with this driving it.

John M.

Their original stereo gives me some problems. There is also the constant need to make sure you have adequate oil in your vehicle, and to make sure there is the right tire pressure in your wheels. You have to consistently maintain your vehicle to ensure it does not break down.

Paytin R.

It can be too small for big families. The trunk is not real big so grocery shopping wouldn't be ideal to store groceries in the trunk. The back seat does not have air vents so it can take a while to cool down in the summer.

Ranks #9 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2009 Scion xB has an average owner rating of 4.33 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 25 other Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #4 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2009 Scion xB has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #4 of 25 other Compact SUVs.

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31 MPG

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2009 Scion xB

28 MPG

Is The 2009 Scion xB A Good Car?

Yes it's a very good vehicle because we've had no major issues with it since we bought it in 2013.. It's good in the snow and has great alignment. It also kept us safe in an accident to.

charles S.

Yes I love this vehicle. I have never done any major services on it and I have driven it everywhere. It is reliable and rides well.

Meghan R.

How Reliable Is The 2009 Scion xB?

Yes the scion is reliable. Problems with the scion are the weather stripping on the rear passenger doors are not secured very well and it needs more cup holders

Michelle D.

No it does not have any issues. As an only owner of this vehicle I am impressed that it doesn't. It has never failed me.

Heather W.

Is The 2009 Scion xB A Good Value?

The cost on the scion xb was twelve thousand dollars and it was a very good deal for us considering that we have put over a hundred and fifty thousand miles on the car and the only repairs we have had... Read More

Ashley R.

I purchased it for about 22,000-24,000. With all taxes and fees included. I did get my money's worth. I plan on owning it for a long time. I currently have 185,000 miles

Rene G.

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front