Scion xD
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The Scion xD is a five-door hatchback
subcompact
marketed in the US and Canada by Japanese manufacturer Toyota beginning with the 2008 model year — replacing the xA
. The Scion
xD and the second generation xB
were first shown to the public on February 8, 2007 at the Chicago Auto Show
. The xD appeared in Scion showrooms in northern hemisphere summer of 2007.
The xD comes standard with power locks, mirrors, and windows, and 16" wheels. The vehicle also has ABS
, cruise control
, a tire pressure monitoring system, and side curtain airbags as standard features. The only factory installed option is Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control
(TRAC).
For 2008, a choice from three new head units made by Pioneer are available. All sound systems feature six speakers and standard iPod connectivity. The base head unit has MP3, WMA, and AAC CD compatibility, and Scion's SSP equalizer presets, as well as orange lighting. The Premium head unit has all the features of the base unit, but also has a small LCD that can display pictures and movies downloaded from Pioneer
's website in addition to the features on the base unit and has two different lighting schemes, blue and orange. A navigation system is also available. The SNS 100 system can play DVD movies in addition to GPS functionality and the features of the base system, aside from the backlit color choices.
For 2010, a choice from two new head units made by Alpine are available. Also, the iPod connectivity has been revamped in the form of an USB port, along with an AUX jack located together, on the driver side of the vehicle. Previous model years with Pioneer had two separate inputs on both sides of the cigarette lighter/accessory plug, with the AUX jack port being on the driver side, and the iPod connectivity (specially made for Toyota) port located on the passenger side. The upgraded Alpine head unit features a touchscreen, and HD radio tuner, along with an optional Navigation system upgrade.
For the 2011 model year, the Scion xD received a minor change to the grille, and sales began in Canada with the launch of the Scion brand there.
The front-wheel-drive xD comes with the 2ZR-FE
DOHC 1.8-litre 4-cylinder
engine with dual VVT-i
that makes 128 bhp and 125 lbft of torque. It can be mated to either a five-speed manual
or a four-speed automatic
transmission. The United States Environmental Protection Agency estimated mileage for all model years is 27 miles per US gallon city and 33 miles per US gallon highway.
; the first was marketed in the US as a Scion xA
. It is essentially a mildly elongated five-door Toyota Vitz
. The Vitz is a three-door marketed in the US as the Yaris. Thus, the five-door Yaris was not offered in the US market when the three-door and sedan were launched; however, as of 2009, the five-door Vitz is be offered in the US as the Yaris. The xD features the same sliding and reclining rear seat that is optional on the Yaris three-door. Unlike the Yaris and xA/first generation Ist, the xD's instrument gauges are located behind the steering wheel (as opposed to being centered atop the dashboard). As opposed to the Yaris and xA, the xD's speedometer and tachometer are on the same dial counter-rotating.
binds dealerships against market-demand vehicle mark-up.
, the xD was the most reliable new automobile for 2009 in the United States, with 83 percent fewer problems than average.
The Scion xD received the top score of five stars in government crash tests for both front and rear passenger safety in a side impact collision as well as a four-star rating for driver and passenger safety in a front-end collision. The xD also received a four-star rollover rating, which means that there is an estimated 15 percent chance of rollover in a single vehicle collision. This is under the "old" system of government ranking. A new system has been devised for the 2011 model year of all vehicles.
Starting with the 2010 model year, all xDs come standard with vehicle stability control.
Hatchback
A Hatchback is a car body style incorporating a shared passenger and cargo volume, with rearmost accessibility via a rear third or fifth door, typically a top-hinged liftgate—and features such as fold-down rear seats to enable flexibility within the shared passenger/cargo volume. As a two-box...
subcompact
Subcompact car
Subcompact car is a North American term used to describe automobiles whose class size is smaller than that of a compact car, usually not exceeding in length, but larger than a microcar...
marketed in the US and Canada by Japanese manufacturer Toyota beginning with the 2008 model year — replacing the xA
Scion xA
Scion xA is a five-door hatchback subcompact marketed in the US from 2004-2006 — as an export model of the Japanese Domestic Market Toyota ist. Based on the first generation Toyota Vitz hatchback, the xA shared a platform with the Toyota Platz sedan....
. The Scion
Scion (car)
Scion is a brand of vehicles produced by Toyota Motor Corporation for the North American market. Founded in 2002, Scion's long-term goal is to appeal to Generation Y consumers. The first Scion models, the xA hatchback and xB wagon, went on sale in California in 2003, followed by a sports coupe, the...
xD and the second generation xB
Scion xB
The Scion xB is a vehicle made by Toyota for the United States market and sold under their youth-oriented Scion brand. It is a box-shaped, 5-door compact hatchback.-First generation :...
were first shown to the public on February 8, 2007 at the Chicago Auto Show
Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show is held annually in February at Chicago's McCormick Placeconvention complex. It is among the largest auto shows in North America....
. The xD appeared in Scion showrooms in northern hemisphere summer of 2007.
Features
Anti-lock braking system
An anti-lock braking system is a safety system that allows the wheels on a motor vehicle to continue interacting tractively with the road surface as directed by driver steering inputs while braking, preventing the wheels from locking up and therefore avoiding skidding.An ABS generally offers...
, cruise control
Cruise control
Cruise control is a system that automatically controls the speed of a motor vehicle. The system takes over the throttle of the car to maintain a steady speed as set by the driver.-History:...
, a tire pressure monitoring system, and side curtain airbags as standard features. The only factory installed option is Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control
Traction control system
A traction control system , also known as anti-slip regulation , is typically a secondary function of the anti-lock braking system on production motor vehicles, designed to prevent loss of traction of driven road wheels...
(TRAC).
For 2008, a choice from three new head units made by Pioneer are available. All sound systems feature six speakers and standard iPod connectivity. The base head unit has MP3, WMA, and AAC CD compatibility, and Scion's SSP equalizer presets, as well as orange lighting. The Premium head unit has all the features of the base unit, but also has a small LCD that can display pictures and movies downloaded from Pioneer
Pioneer Corporation
is a multinational corporation that specializes in digital entertainment products, based in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan. The company was founded in 1938 in Tokyo as a radio and speaker repair shop...
's website in addition to the features on the base unit and has two different lighting schemes, blue and orange. A navigation system is also available. The SNS 100 system can play DVD movies in addition to GPS functionality and the features of the base system, aside from the backlit color choices.
For 2010, a choice from two new head units made by Alpine are available. Also, the iPod connectivity has been revamped in the form of an USB port, along with an AUX jack located together, on the driver side of the vehicle. Previous model years with Pioneer had two separate inputs on both sides of the cigarette lighter/accessory plug, with the AUX jack port being on the driver side, and the iPod connectivity (specially made for Toyota) port located on the passenger side. The upgraded Alpine head unit features a touchscreen, and HD radio tuner, along with an optional Navigation system upgrade.
For the 2011 model year, the Scion xD received a minor change to the grille, and sales began in Canada with the launch of the Scion brand there.
Engines
Toyota ZR engine
The ZR engine family, introduced in 2007 by Toyota Motor Corporation, uses a DOHC 16-valve cylinder head with a 4-cylinder die-cast block. Engines displace either 1.6 liters, 1.8-liters or 2.0-liters. All engines in this family are equipped with Toyota's dual VVT-i technology that optimizes both...
DOHC 1.8-litre 4-cylinder
Straight-4
The inline-four engine or straight-four engine is an internal combustion engine with all four cylinders mounted in a straight line, or plane along the crankcase. The single bank of cylinders may be oriented in either a vertical or an inclined plane with all the pistons driving a common crankshaft....
engine with dual VVT-i
VVT-i
VVT-i, or Variable Valve Timing with intelligence, is an automobile variable valve timing technology developed by Toyota, similar in performance to the BMW's VANOS. The Toyota VVT-i system replaces the Toyota VVT offered starting in 24 December 1991 on the 5-valve per cylinder 4A-GE engine. The...
that makes 128 bhp and 125 lbft of torque. It can be mated to either a five-speed manual
Manual transmission
A manual transmission, also known as a manual gearbox or standard transmission is a type of transmission used in motor vehicle applications...
or a four-speed automatic
Automatic transmission
An automatic transmission is one type of motor vehicle transmission that can automatically change gear ratios as the vehicle moves, freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually...
transmission. The United States Environmental Protection Agency estimated mileage for all model years is 27 miles per US gallon city and 33 miles per US gallon highway.
Performance
- Drag CoefficientDrag coefficientIn fluid dynamics, the drag coefficient is a dimensionless quantity that is used to quantify the drag or resistance of an object in a fluid environment such as air or water. It is used in the drag equation, where a lower drag coefficient indicates the object will have less aerodynamic or...
: 0.32: 8.3 seconds: 16.5 seconds @ 86 MPH - Top Speed: Limited to 120 mph (54 m/s)
Similar models
The xD is a second-generation Toyota istToyota ist
The Toyota ist is a subcompact car made in Japan by Toyota.It is exported to the United States as the Scion xA and Scion xD and to Europe as the Urban Cruiser.-First generation:...
; the first was marketed in the US as a Scion xA
Scion xA
Scion xA is a five-door hatchback subcompact marketed in the US from 2004-2006 — as an export model of the Japanese Domestic Market Toyota ist. Based on the first generation Toyota Vitz hatchback, the xA shared a platform with the Toyota Platz sedan....
. It is essentially a mildly elongated five-door Toyota Vitz
Toyota Vitz
The Toyota Vitz is a line of three- and five-door hatchback subcompact cars produced since 1998 by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. Now in its third generation, the name "Toyota Vitz" has been used consistently in Japan, with most international markets receiving the same vehicle under...
. The Vitz is a three-door marketed in the US as the Yaris. Thus, the five-door Yaris was not offered in the US market when the three-door and sedan were launched; however, as of 2009, the five-door Vitz is be offered in the US as the Yaris. The xD features the same sliding and reclining rear seat that is optional on the Yaris three-door. Unlike the Yaris and xA/first generation Ist, the xD's instrument gauges are located behind the steering wheel (as opposed to being centered atop the dashboard). As opposed to the Yaris and xA, the xD's speedometer and tachometer are on the same dial counter-rotating.
Release Series
Similar to other Scion models, the xD adds Release Series limited edition models for each model year. Because of the short production runs (most dealers only got 2-3 of each RS model), these limited edition vehicles quickly sell out. Customers are able to pre-order at each dealership on a first-come, first-served basis. To the customer's benefit, Scion's "Pure Price" MSRPSuggested retail price
The manufacturer's suggested retail price , list price or recommended retail price of a product is the price which the manufacturer recommends that the retailer sell the product. The intention was to help to standardise prices among locations...
binds dealerships against market-demand vehicle mark-up.
- xD RS 1.0: only available in Hot Lava Orange with 2,000 units produced.
- xD RS 2.0: only available in Electric Wasabi with 1,600 units produced.
- xD RS 3.0: only available in xPRESSO Brown with 1,500 units produced.
- xD RS 4.0: only available in Blizzard Pearl with 800 units produced.
Reliability
According to Consumer ReportsConsumer Reports
Consumer Reports is an American magazine published monthly by Consumers Union since 1936. It publishes reviews and comparisons of consumer products and services based on reporting and results from its in-house testing laboratory. It also publishes cleaning and general buying guides...
, the xD was the most reliable new automobile for 2009 in the United States, with 83 percent fewer problems than average.
Safety
Standard safety features include anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, traction control and six airbags.The Scion xD received the top score of five stars in government crash tests for both front and rear passenger safety in a side impact collision as well as a four-star rating for driver and passenger safety in a front-end collision. The xD also received a four-star rollover rating, which means that there is an estimated 15 percent chance of rollover in a single vehicle collision. This is under the "old" system of government ranking. A new system has been devised for the 2011 model year of all vehicles.
Starting with the 2010 model year, all xDs come standard with vehicle stability control.
Sales
| Calendar year | US sales |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 10,948 |
| 2008 | 27,665 |
| 2009 | 14,499 |
| 2010 | 10,110 |