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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 4.5
  • Reliability 4.6
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Wow Great car

Over the top the best did not like the car at first too low for me but after I was told what type if car it is lol that explained why type of sport s car did not know it

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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Most reliable car I have owned.

I used this car for four years to commute to college. It never gave me any mechanical issues. Best car I have owned!

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

Overall great car for someone who just wants it to be reliable and low cost. No frills definitely not luxurious but works for the money.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • 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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Great car to own as a first car.

This vehicle is a very reliable vehicle, It looks great from the outside and it is great on gas. If possible I I'd look into purchasing a Scion tC

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great runner from work to home and back!

I have owned this vehicle for a few months and thank goodness the previous owners took great care of it. Gets me where I need to go with no worries! Look forward to driving it for a few more years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The Best Iteration of the Release Series tC

Aside from the quite stylish exterior, the best feature of the 2008 Scion tC RS 4.0 is hands down the Alcantara Suede interior. It's very easy to clean and maintain, and feels soft and luxurious to the touch. I get pretty decent gas mileage out of my tC, and it's got modest enough power to let you have a little fun on the road. My only gripes with the tC is that I wish it had 6 gears (for the manual transmission). At higher speeds, the engine is literally screaming at 3000-4500 RPM. Having a 6th gear would absolutely help this car. Also, the seats could be more comfy, as there is no lumbar support or adjustment, so on longer trips, that lack of support can really do a number on your lower back.

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

Oil burns before the oil change is due. Performed a oil consumption test and Toyota swears it is fine.. to bad another mechanic shop cant perform the test, for warranty reasons Toyota is the mechanic shop that runs the warrant test

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Very reliable

The car is great, I use it every day as a daily and I've driven it on trips as well. It maintains very well and the exterior modifications makes me always enjoy the sight.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fast, reliable and great on gas!

Great car! This car has great pick up and is a fast little car. The Tc is great on gas mileage and has no blind spots. Really love this car!

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable and reasonably priced.

I've owned two scion's and they have been reliable. I enjoy how customizable they are and they are reasonably priced. I currently have almost 150k on my tC and have not had any major issues.

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