Scion xB

20042015 · 22 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
25
Best
29

The Scion xB has been tested by the EPA across 22 different configurations spanning model years 2004 through 2015. Over this period, the xB has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 24 MPG to 29 MPG, with an overall average of 25 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2015
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2015
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2014
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2014
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2013
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2013
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2012
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2012
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2011
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2011
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2010
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2010
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222824MPG
2009
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2009
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222824MPG
2008
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
2008
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,500222824MPG
2006
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,150263128MPG
2006
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150263028MPG
2005
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,050273229MPG
2005
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150273128MPG
2004
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,150263128MPG
2004
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,050273229MPG

Historical Efficiency

2015
24
2014
24
2013
24
2012
24
2011
24
2010
24
2009
24
2008
24
2006
28
2005
29
2004
29

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (xB) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Scion xB. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Scion Scion xB (2012 on. See Toyota for 2004-2011) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
99
Total Deaths
55

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
7.1%
Fire Occurrence
4.0%
Speeding Involved
13.1%
DUI Involved
20.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

77%
Front
12%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.90
2022
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2021
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.18
2020
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2019
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2018
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2017
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2016
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2015
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2014
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2014
1
2011
1
2010
1
2009
2
2008
6
2006
4
2005
1
2004
6
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