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2006 Scion tC consumer reviews

$16,300–$17,100 MSRP range
side view of 2006 tC Scion
(61 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.8
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.7
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Bought this car for my daughter and she loves it!

My 17 year old wanted a scion and she loved this one! Very sporty and good on gas. The seller put new tires and brakes on so that was a plus!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Decent Coupe

This is a very compact coupe, leg room is limited in both the front and back but the trunk is a good size.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

This car will meet everyone's needs. The car drove smoothly and sounds real nice. Interior look nice and clean.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Cheap speed!

This car gets GREAT gas mileage. It is very inexpensive and had no major repairs done for over 175k miles! It goes 0-60 impressively fast for a small 4-cylinder engine.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun to drive this reliable and economical car.

With just a 4 cylinder engine, the Scion TC is peppy with enough power when you need it. With gas mileage around 25 mpg with a heavy foot no less, I couldn't complain at all. I was also pleasantly surprised when I wanted to see when the timing belt would need changing. (probably the costliest maintenance item in most cars) This engine has a timing chain which doesn't need changing. Even with about 150,000 miles on an 11 year old car, this machine looks and runs great!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Super fun first car!!!

My friend had this car back in high school and I eventually got it in college because of how fun it was. It has a sun AND moon roof along with a sporty but cute look and fits all of my friends. Not expensive cars, decently cheap to fix, safe, and also has that super stylish, sporty look that makes it look better than your average car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable so far

It will save you money on gas, and it just overall looks nice and drives great. And it is actually very roomy even though it looks like it isn't

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very dependable. Great price for the product.

Great car for the price. The car runs smoothly. Engine is great. Very roomy inside for being a two door car hatchback. Easy interior to clean and very durable. Can withstand a lot of abuse. Love the sunroof and moonroof.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Toyota Recall Refused to Fix

I have had my car- 2006 Scion tC since January of 2006. In 2012 I received a notice that my hatchback pull- that opens the trunk was breaking and I should have it fixed. I brought it to Toyota and they said it's not broken so don't fix it! About 6 months later it broke and then. Eclipse the recall deadline passed they REFUSED to fix it- cannot open hatchback/trunk part of car and the center light on the back hangs off the car by a wire! Apparently this was common but they saved money by fraudulent practices in my opinion

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Just as reliable as my camry

Great car. Performance is great. Gets great fuel mileage. Has excellent power for a 4cyl engine. It is Very reliable!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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