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2008 Scion tC consumer reviews

$15,300–$17,800 MSRP range
side view of 2008 tC Scion
(57 reviews)
89% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.6
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Very underrated car

I drove it for over 250k miles, still drives good and have no problem with it. I definitely recommend this car if you want reliability and a little fun. Not too much power but saves gas.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Newly purchased

This car surpassed my expectations and i look forward to its durability and riding in style. Although i today the staff provided me with the confidence of knowing this was a great selection.

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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A good solid car

The Scion tC is a good silid car. Very roomy and has a huge sunroof for the feront seat and another for the back seat.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable car but....

The back of the car where the buttons are for the trunk (hatchback) has broken off and I've seen several of the same year with this same situation. This should be recalled and fixed by Toyota 100%

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Small but HUGE inside

The car has lots of room inside! Great visibility with the doors being long! super reliable and has a LOT of torque. Honestly the most fun car I've had.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Never gave me any major issues. Great gas mileage

The car is my daily driver. It is stylish and has been reliable in every way. Fun to drive and it's a Toyota. Strong running car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Amazing car looking for a new owner!

Black scion TC with 176,000 miles. Clean interior, exterior does have a few bruises. All wheel drive. Automatic. Sun roof. Tinted windows. 20 mpg's. $2000 OBO. This is an easy to drive, safe, and fun car to drive.

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

This car is a great car for someone who is just learning to drive. Easy to maneuver and park, and great gas mileage! It also has a surprising amount of room in the trunk, especially if you put the back seats down. Overall - great first car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best First Car Owned

This vehicle is my very first car that I own. Currently going to college, and this car is very reliable and cheap to own. Does great in gas, very sporty, and best of all, very fun to drive. It came with interior lighting, dual-pane sunroof, and a powerful 160hp 2.4L fuel-saving engine. Although Scion is a defunct brand from Toyota as this point, still recommend this car for any driving enthusiasts out there. Since it's a branch under Toyota, it is one of the most reliable car out there.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • 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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The car I owned

I had a Scion tC 2008, it has everything for me and my wife. We don't have kids so hatchback is everything we need. The acceleration is good. I really like the looks of this car. It just stinks you have to go to the Sport or Limited model to get dark interiors, but I'll deal with it.

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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