The 2015 Toyota Scion xB was a subcompact hatchback crossover SUV manufactured by Toyota. It was the second generation of the xB, and was available in two trim levels: the base xB and the xB Release Series 10.0. The 2015 Toyota Scion xB was powered by a 2.4-liter inline-4 engine that produced 158 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. It was available with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The base xB came standard with 16-inch steel wheels, a CD player, and air conditioning. The xB Release Series 10.0 added 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, and a premium audio system.
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB was praised for its spacious interior, versatile cargo area, and affordable price. It was also criticized for its lack of power and poor fuel economy. Overall, the 2015 Toyota Scion xB was a solid choice for budget-minded shoppers looking for a small and fuel-efficient vehicle.
Performance and Fuel Economy
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB was powered by a 2.4-liter inline-4 engine that produced 158 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. This engine was paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The xB was available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations.
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB had a 0-60 mph time of 8.9 seconds with the manual transmission and 9.1 seconds with the automatic transmission. The xB’s top speed was 115 mph. The xB’s fuel economy was rated at 24 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway with the manual transmission. The automatic transmission dropped the fuel economy to 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.
Interior and Features
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB had a spacious interior with plenty of room for passengers and cargo. The xB’s front seats were comfortable and supportive, and the rear seats offered plenty of legroom and headroom. The xB’s cargo area was also very spacious, and it could be expanded by folding down the rear seats.
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB came standard with a variety of features, including air conditioning, a CD player, and power windows. Available features included a sunroof, a premium audio system, and navigation.
Safety
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB received a 4-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The xB received a 5-star rating for side impact protection, but only a 3-star rating for frontal impact protection. The xB also received a 4-star rating for rollover resistance.
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB came standard with a variety of safety features, including airbags, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control. Available safety features included lane departure warning and automatic emergency braking.
Conclusion
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB was a solid choice for budget-minded shoppers looking for a small and fuel-efficient vehicle. The xB offered a spacious interior, a versatile cargo area, and a variety of features. It was also a safe vehicle, with a 4-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA.
However, the 2015 Toyota Scion xB was not without its drawbacks. It was criticized for its lack of power and poor fuel economy. Overall, the xB was a good value for the price, but it was not the best choice for drivers who wanted a powerful or fuel-efficient vehicle.
