IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
22 City / 28 HWY
Horsepower
158
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brenda P
Top Reason Why your next car should be a Scion Xb
Scion is comfortable, reliable, fits everywhere, great gas mileage. The Scion lasts a long time and the value stays for awhile. Great Car highly recommended for all ages. Perfect for college students. Comfortable for families has a decent storage space.
accountCircle William W
Very spacious and reliable
I really like my car because it is very reliable and gets great gas mileage. I have had this vehicle for 5 years and have not had very many problems with it. I had another Scion xB prior to this one and really liked it too. It's a very spacious vehicle and fits a lot of stuff in it when I was moving. It's also great room for my 3 large dogs I have. I would definitely recommend it to anyone and would get another one in the future.
accountCircle Gwen R
2013 Toyota Scion A great smaller vehicle with big accomplishments
We have no problems at all with this vehicle. It is very reliable and the performance is great. It is easy to drive and very comfortable. We took it on a five thousand mile trip around the United States and was away from home for five weeks and had no problems the whole time. I would definitely recommend this vehicle to everyone. It is compact but by putting the back seats down you can get a lot into the vehicle. When we were on our vacation we packed a lot of things in the back and bought a lot and still had room. Mileage is great. We can get 25-26 miles on the highway and 23-24 in the city. It has a 14 gallon capacity so it doesn't cost an arm and a leg to fill the tank. It needs very little maintenance. It is a pretty sharp looking vehicle also. We have put some fancy wheels on it and it is a gorgeous shiny navy blue color. We have absolutely no problems with it and we have had it for five years. When we take it in for maintenance we are treated with utmost courtesy. We do not feel like the dealership is telling us that we need to fix things on the vehicle that is not necessary. We have not had any major problems with our Toyota Scion vehicle. The only time we have taken the vehicle to the dealership is for oil changes, rotating tires, etc. This vehicle is extremely reliable and we would definitely purchase another one in the future. The leg room in the back seat is huge for a smaller vehicle.
accountCircle Edgar B
Unfortunately scion is gone and no new ones are being made.
It has a lot of power. It's roomy interior. Good handling and turning radius for bigger vehicle. Fairly good gas mileage for a bigger car.
accountCircle Rachel H
The Scion XB has a compact shape great design
The Scion xB is the most reliable car I have ever owned, I am a frequent driver and have gotten excellent gas mileage for over 6 years with no mechanical issues whatsoever. The car required no oil change until after the first 10k Miles which is obviously a bonus. Even requiring a synthetic blend oil, it is still very affordable upkeep. All around a affordable, reliable, and stylish car
accountCircle Yuki M
Scion XB is an efficient and reliable car to own
Reliable roomy vehicle. Gets great gas mileage, comfortable to drive and ride in as a passenger. Has a good sized engine so it moves quickly but doesn't use too much power.
accountCircle Karla U
It's so nice to drive and fun.
I love my car because its economic. I always wanted a scion. It's a small car but it has enough space inside. I love it and so do my kids.
accountCircle Cassandra L
Size, comfort, style, simple.
I enjoy this car because it only has the basic items needed to drive safely. It is easy to see all of the road and can park just about anywhere. The seating is perfect and easy to get in and out of the care since it has four doors. There is plenty of legroom in the back seat to sit comfortably.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Nicole C
It is roomy and fits a lot.
My car is very spacious and boxy. Lots of room and head space. Large windows, you san are everything. It has the same make up of a Camry and is great on gas, but it is ugly. It is a toaster car.
accountCircle Angela J
Scion the silver color with black alloy rims.
I tried to drive small car. But I want to go back to Chevy suburban. It is my favorite. Driving a Scion car is very good in snow. But the storage in the back of Scion is too small. The gas is ok. It is like average. The spaces in car is pretty tight. We have 3 teenagers in back seats making them uncomfortable.
accountCircle victoria a
Make sure you keep up on the maintenance, oil changes, battery checks, all of that.
Battery life is pretty bad. Gas mileage is pretty bad as well. Good speakers though. And the ABS brake system has saved my life.

Scion xB Models

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

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Base
158 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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10 Series
158 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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2013 Scion xB Owner Reviews

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accountCircle Derek F on June 10, 2021
2013 scion xb is great for the younger musician on the go.
Extremely reliable, comfortable, plenty of space. The only problem is gas mileage which is not the best. I have owned this car for 7 years and it has not broken down on me. The car is very fast and the back seats fold down for extra room for storage and transporting. It can fit a full drum set and guitars. It can also fit a smaller desk. Stereo system sounds great. Bluetooth connectivity is great as well.
accountCircle James J on May 18, 2021
Comfortable in every way.
It is comfortable, reliable, easy to maintain. Has no issues regarding the engine. If you like to customize, they make aftermarket parts for it. If you like to stay stock, the parts are cheap. They do not make engine upgrades but everything is easy to do on this car. I like to say you can fit 5 fat people and be comfortable!

Ranks #2 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2013 Scion xB has an average owner rating of 4.54 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 24 other Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #5 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Scion xB has a combined MPG of 31 which ranks it #5 of 24 other Compact SUVs.

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Is The 2013 Scion xB A Good Car?

Yes, it is a good vehicle. It is reliable, sturdy, and spacious. The Scion XB can fit quite a few passengers; the back seat is able to go down giving room for large packages (I.e., luggage). It... Read More
Molly L.
Yes, it is. It is excellent on gas mileage and the upkeep is not costly at all. The inside compartment has a lot of room.
Whitney H.

How Reliable Is The 2013 Scion xB?

For the most part, it is reliable. With good upkeep and management, the Scion XB can have very little or no problems. However, without proper maintenance there is possibility for issues (for... Read More
Vicky T.
It is very reliable. We have had no problems at all with it. We have taken it on many long distance trips and had no problems. It is a very comfortable riding vehicle.
Anna W.

Is The 2013 Scion xB A Good Value?

The Scion XB cost is roughly $20,000. However, this depends on the year it was purchased and the condition in which it was purchased (new vs. used) as well as enhancements or amenities added. For... Read More
Meg C.
We paid $18,000 and it is a very good value. We have many compliments on it. Gas mileage is great, we get 25 MPG and it is very comfortable driving. It's easy to see at all angels.
Debbie L.

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety