The 2010 Scion Xb Utilizes Toyota’s Vvt-I Technology
2010 Scion xB. The current xB was first released for the 2008 model year. At that time one of the upgrades from the prior version was the engine, along with a complete redesign. The 2.4L engine was already in use for the Camry sedans and Solara coupe models. So it is a well-proven engine from the Toyota stable.
The Scion philosophy is that all the cars leave the factory exactly the same with the exception of the transmission. The idea is that the buyer customizes their car at the time of purchase with a variety of accessories and added items.
As a result, there is only one engine choice in the 2010 Scion xB. At 2.4L this engine offers 158 horsepower and torque of 162 at 4400 rpm from four cylinders. The engine is also utilizing Toyota’s VVT-i technology. The variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i) uses a double overhead cam and 16 valves to optimize the airflow through the engine. This results in more power and the added benefit of better fuel economy. In line with the newer engines in the market, this requires no tune up until the mileage has exceeded 100,000, It has a sealed cooling system that is also rated as maintenance free for the first 100k.
As a second brand for the Toyota company, Scion has been successful at creating their own unique identity. Sharing engines that are considered bulletproof in conjunction with the unique and forward thinking designs of their line, Scion is a brand to be reckoned with. The fact that the 2.4L engine in the xB body offers an excellent power to weight ratio, will only take the Scion brand further along this road.
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front grill looks different….he’s driving a top of the line prob 20k plus!!! Even the 2010 XB factory blue tooth and GPS are crappy. You’re better getting an after market. I love my 2010 XB…u can’t beat the original.
I paid over $19,000 for a five-speed with no extras in 2008. The dealer tacked on about $200 for VIN etching that I couldn't delete. The rest was sales tax, registration and delivery.
It'll be the same price wherever you go.
“when your in one and you dont know your in one its because your drunk”
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAH
not gonna lie tho fold down the back seat and its a great place to put a drunk person and let them chill in for a bit
I used to own a 2003 Element EX AWD. Sold it in 2008 and bought a Gen 2 Scion xB. Both were five-speed stick shifts. Both offer a lot of bang for the buck and are well rated.
I like the Scion better.
The Element isn't a bad ride. It's big on the inside and small on the outside, has a good balance of power and economy, is fun to drive, comes nicely equipped and doesn't look like everything else on the road.
On the downside, I grew tired of the clamshell doors over time, the Element only seats four, the plastic fenders were a pain to keep looking nice and I had some unHondalike problems with it, even though it was respectfully driven and meticulously maintained. Keep in mind, however, that 2003 was the first year for the Element. Later models have gotten away from the plastic fenders and the bugs should be worked out by now.
The xB has many of the features that attracted me to the Element, plus seating for five, conventional doors, is a little quieter and gets slightly better gas mileage. The xB has the Camry four cylinder engine which is essentially bulletproof. The Element revs higher (3000 rpm at 60 mph vs. 3000 rpm at 70 mph for the xB). Performance, comfort and economy are similar, but the xB was about $1500 cheaper out the door than the Element was five years earlier. Scion's "no haggle" pricing makes buying a breeze, but watch out for dealers who tack on paint sealant, upholstery protectant and other packs that just inflate the xB's very reasonable price (ditto for the Element). The xB doesn't have AWD, but does come with traction control, stability control, ABS and airbags all around. Not as good as AWD, but I've had no problems driving the xB in the snow.
The Element design is basically unchanged since 2003 and it's starting to look old. The xB is sleek and contemporary by comparison even though, like the Element, it's a box. I also like the lower profile of the xB. It's less likely to get blown around on windy days, is easier for loading kayaks and I can wash the roof without a step ladder. Speaking of washing, don't let anybody tell you that you can hose out the Element.
If you're into hiking, biking and rugged outdoorsy stuff, the Element would probably be a better choice, but keep in mind it's not a hard-core off road vehicle. If you want a really cool ride with lots of aftermarket goodies, go for the xB.
Bottom Line: Liked the Element, love the xB.
The 2010 has 50 more horsepower, but at the expense of 6 miles per gallon. To me that's not worth it. It's not like anyone is going to confuse an xB with a sports car, and only 28mpg highway means it's not an economy car either. Go with the '06. Mine averages 33mpg in mixed driving (34-35hwy) and the narrowness of it makes it the easiest car to park I've ever owned. I agree the '10 has a cooler looking insrument panel, but you'll get over that.
I looked in Google..it looks like there will be..though I'd think it would be the same, slight changes in the exterior dimensions..but not much i think..
If you want to buy a small car like the xB..i'd recommend buying a Kia Soul
In my opinion, it catches my eye better than the xB..and its more fuel efficient with 31.2 combined mpg..just my opinion..small cars like the xB and soul aren't really my fancy..
ok, the MPG figure is 22-28MPG as per the EPA website, plus this guy didn’t research what SSP stood for Scion sound processing. A good point to make would have been the difference between the previous pioneer units, And the explanation of the dealer installed would be good too. Good review but substandard for a CNET review
Scion has a no haggle pricing policy, which means you pay the sticker price. As I recall, it's called "pure pricing". Dealers can actually be penalized by Toyota if they get caught trying to sell below the official price. Even throwing in freebies like floor mats is a no-no. I didn't believe it when I bought my xB last year, so I called several dealers (in two states) and got the same story at every one…Scion sets the price and there's nothing we can do about it.
I paid cash for my Scion. It made no difference. You don't actually need a bag full of money. Dealer's prefer a cashier's check.
However…the first two services are free, and I was able to get a 20% discount on parts for the first year of ownership (because that was not related to the purchase of the vehicle). So what I did was buy the basic Scion, then bought the accessories at the parts department at the discounted price and did the installation myself. You may get a slight break on a low mileage demo if you can find one, but they're kind of rare.
What you have to watch out for are dealers that add stuff like paint sealant, glass etching, and upholstery protectant that just inflate the price. You'll have to pay sales tax and registration which can add about $1500 to the cost of the vehicle.
YES, I do not….