2005
Scion xA

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$12,530
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  • 4dr Sdn Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $12,530
    32 City / 37 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto (Natl)
    Starts at
    $13,330
    31 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Scion xA base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Side driver
4/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
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Comfort 3.9
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.1
Value 4.9
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

By Jim Snow from Fountain Inn
Owns this car
August 22, 2023

More Reliable Than Your Wife.

Jimbo. -Updating my Review! Bought my 2005 Xa with 159k miles. - I just crossed 190k! NEVER an Engine Light... Yet. I do use the Basic FIXED OBT2 and Blue Driver OBT2. No Codes on them either. Using Mobile One Syn, Royal Purple... 5w-30w and best filters to match at 7k intervals. Oil is still "honey-colored" after 7k. Good Air filters too. Getting the brakes checked tomorrow. No issues... just a rear brake creaking. That's the only issue I have to this point. STILL... NO OIL USEAGE between oil changes. No Coolant added since Fluid replace at 159k. Averaging 37.2 MPG on 75% Highway Driving. Scion rated 32/37 Originally. I am using Non-Ethanol Fuel however. I love this car! Hitting a deer and getting only a thousand bucks in value does worry me. I love this little Scion Bug... more than my wife!!! -More Reliable!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 5.0
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By JIMBO from Fountain Inn, SC
Owns this car
June 11, 2022

Nice Little Baby You Can Rely On!

Bought 2005 Scion XA a little over a year ago (159k). Test Drove and plugged in OBT2. No Codes. It had a long Carfax list of Regular Repair. Drove like a dream. Now at 175k... No Codes... No issues. I've put about $1800 in TLC... and highest quality Syn Oil... basic stuff. I expect 400k from the Simple Scion (Toyota) 5-Speed Manual. Saw one TODAY in a parking lot... Same exact model! I talked to the Owner. She had over 250k on hers! Only thing she's done (outside of semi-regular maintenance) is replacement of O2 Sensor. She thought I was SELLING MINE. She called her husband immediately! I assured her... I'm keeping this little charm to at least 400k! Only complaint... Gear Box is notchy! Nothing is perfect. Love this car!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 5.0
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What trim levels are available for the 2005 Scion xA?

The 2005 Scion xA is available in 1 trim level:

  • (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Scion xA?

The 2005 Scion xA offers up to 32 MPG in city driving and 37 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2005 Scion xA reliable?

The 2005 Scion xA has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Scion xA owners.

Is the 2005 Scion xA a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Scion xA. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.9
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.1
  • Value: 4.9
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.9
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