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2005 Scion tC

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EPA Fuel Economy:
 City: 22 – 23   Highway: 29 – 30
Available Engines:
 160-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
Available Transmissions: 4-speed automatic
5-speed manual w/OD

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•Antilock brakes
•Driver's knee airbag
•Turn signal lights in side mirrors
•Dual moonroof
•No-haggle pricing
•Supercharger with 200 hp (late option)
 
+Strong four-cylinder
+Impressive handling
+Roomy, quality interior
+Gorgeous 17-inch alloy wheels
+Many dealer-installed options priced individually
+Well executed optional automatic transmission
+Optional side-impact and side-curtain airbags
 
-So-so fuel economy
-Tires have low treadwear rating
-Wide turning circle
-Cargo volume modest when backseat raised
-Side mirrors don't fold
 

Vehicle Summary

Just as Scion's subcompact xA and boxy xB models gained nationwide distribution in June 2004, a third model joined the lineup of Toyota's youth-oriented division. A 160-horsepower four-cylinder powers the tC hatchback, but a dealer-installed supercharger kit will be offered later.  Read more 

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  Original MSRP

2dr Coupe Base

 $16,000

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