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{{Short description|Japanese compact hatchback}}
{{distinguish|Suzuki Xbee}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Scion xB
| image = 2008 Scion xB.jpg
| manufacturer = [[Toyota]]
| production = June 2003 – December 2015
| model_years = 2004–2015<ref name=dropWCF>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/115062695849/scion-xb-to-be-dropped-at-the-end-of-the-year |title=Scion xB to be dropped at the end of the year |first=Michael |last=Gauthier |date=2015-06-26 |access-date=2015-07-01}}</ref>
| class = {{unbulleted list
| [[Subcompact car]] (2003–2006)
| [[Compact car]] (2007–2015)
}}
| body_style = 5-door [[hatchback]]
| aka = {{unbulleted list
| [[Toyota bB]] (2003–2006)
| [[Toyota Corolla Rumion]] (2007–2015)
| Toyota Rukus (2010–2015)
}}
| transmission =
| layout = [[FF layout]]
| successor = [[Scion iM|Scion iM/Toyota Corolla iM]]
}}
The '''Scion xB''' is a [[compact car]] ([[subcompact car]] in its first generation) made by [[Scion (automobile)|Scion]], a now-defunct fully owned division of [[Toyota]], for the [[United States]] market. It is a box-shaped, 5-door [[hatchback]].<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.motorweek.org/reviews/comparison_tests/scion_xb_vs_nissan_cube_vs_kia_soul |title=Scion xB vs Nissan Cube vs Kia Soul |work=MotorWeek |access-date=2013-01-28}}</ref>
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=={{anchor|XP30}}First generation (XP30; 2003)==
{{see also|Toyota bB#XP30}}
{{Infobox automobile
| image = 2006 Scion xB .jpg
| name = First generation (XP30)
| aka = [[Toyota bB#XP30|Toyota bB]]
| class = [[Subcompact car]]
| body_style = 5-door [[hatchback]]
| platform = [[Toyota NBC platform]]
| wheelbase = {{Convert|98.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| length = {{Convert|155.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| width = {{Convert|66.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| assembly = [[Toyota, Aichi]], [[Japan]]
| height = {{Convert|64.6|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{unbulleted list
| {{Convert|2395|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}
| [[GVWR]] {{Convert|3315|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}
}}
| related = {{unbulleted list
| [[Toyota Vitz#XP10|Toyota Vitz (XP10)]]
| [[Toyota ist#XP60|Toyota ist]]/[[Scion xA|Scion xA (XP60)]]
| [[Toyota Platz|Toyota Platz (XP10)]]
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| 1.5L {{Convert|103|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} - {{Convert|108|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} ''[[Toyota NZ engine#1NZ-FE|1NZ-FE]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]
| 1.3 L ''[[Toyota NZ engine|2NZ-FE]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]] (bB only)
}}
| production = June 2003 – December 2006<ref name = "75 Years of Toyota, Toyota Motor East Japan">{{cite web | url = http://www.toyota-global.com/company/history_of_toyota/75years/data/automotive_business/production/production/japan/general_status/toyota_motor_east_japan.html | title = Affiliates (Toyota wholly-owned subsidiaries)-Toyota Motor East Japan, Inc. | publisher = Toyota Motor Corporation | year = 2012 | access-date = 2014-07-21}}</ref>
| model_years = 2004–2006
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]
| 4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]
}}
}}
The first-generation xB was a lightly modified and rebadged version of the Japanese-market [[subcompact car|subcompact]] [[Toyota bB]]. It was a small [[hatchback]] based on the [[Toyota Platz|Toyota Echo]]/[[Toyota Yaris|Yaris]] platform. The xB was one of two models in the lineup of Toyota's US-exclusive Scion division present at the brand's 2003 launch, the other being the [[Scion xA|xA]], based on the [[Toyota ist]]. The car proved to be unexpectedly popular with senior drivers.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Brindusescu |first=Gabriel |date=2014-04-14 |title=Scion xB: Built for Teens, Drove by Elderly - Regular Car Reviews |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/scion-xb-built-for-teens-drove-by-elderly-regular-car-reviews-79974.html |access-date=2022-05-28 |website=autoevolution |language=en}}</ref>
===First-generation xB vs. first-generation bB===
Only the first-generation models for both the xB and bB are related. Second-generation models are based upon different platforms.
To create the first-generation xB, the bB was modified from right- to [[Traffic directionality|left-hand drive]], the front passenger area was also changed significantly with the bB's front bench seat replaced with bucket seats and the column-mounted shifter changed to a floor-mounted shifter.
The available drivetrains also differed. The bB was available with either the 1.3&nbsp;L [[Straight-4|I4]] [[Toyota NZ engine#2NZ-FE|2NZ-FE]] engine or the 1.5&nbsp;L 1NZ-FE, mated exclusively to a 4-speed [[automatic transmission]] with available [[all wheel drive]]. The xB was only available with the 1NZ-FE that produced {{convert|108|hp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|105|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} in US spec, but offered both a 4-speed automatic or a 5-speed [[manual transmission]]. All-wheel drive was not offered on the xB.
[[File:Scionwiki2.jpg|thumb|left|2006 Scion xB]]
The Toyota bB was equipped with a compact spare tire under the floor of the luggage area. On the Scion xB, a compact spare tire was stored under the left side of a raised rear cargo floor.  Since the spare tire raised the cargo floor by several inches, a storage bin was added to the right of the spare tire to reclaim some of the lost storage space. A jack was stored under the driver's seat of the xB.
The Toyota bB had a pull-out storage tray under the passenger seat that the xB lacks.
The bB went on sale in February 2000, whereas the xB went on sale in June 2003 for the 2004 model year. Sales of the first-generation bB ended in December 2005, whereas the first-generation xB ended sales in June 2007.
===Scion t2B (2005)===
Scion t2B (Tall-Two Box<ref>{{cite web|last=Thomas |first=David |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2005/03/24/scion-t2b-concept/ |title=Scion t2B Concept |publisher=Autoblog.com |date=2005-12-18 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>) is a [[concept car|concept]] [[hatchback]] designed by [[Calty Design Research]] and built by Five Axis Models in [[Huntington Beach, California]], with interior design by Calty senior designer [[Bill Chergosky]] and [[Naoki Hamajima]]. The 5-door [[hatchback]] included a 2.4-liter [[Inline-four engine|I4 engine]], 4-speed [[automatic transmission]], 14-inch brakes with slotted rotors, 20-inch billet aluminium wheels, LED fog lamp, remotely operated power rear hatch, asymmetrical tri-level instrument panel features a large information ticker, MP3 docking station, dual [[moonroof]], half-length [[suicide door]]s.
The vehicle was unveiled at the [[New York Auto Show#2005|2005 New York Auto Show]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/car/2274/Scion-t2B-Concept.html |title=2005 Scion t2B Concept |publisher=Ultimatecarpage.com |date=2005-05-02 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
===Release Series vehicles===
The xB, like the xA and tC, was also available in a "Release Series" for each of its model years. These came with limited-edition paint colors, matching seat colors, and special modifications such as DVD players, custom tail lights, special wheels or wheel covers, and other accessories, to make the RS different from the others. All Scion RS' receive special badges indicating the serial number.{{cn|date=April 2024}} Limited Edition vehicles were, from a marketing standpoint, used to create a buzz for the brand name, with their exterior colors tending toward loud or bright hues (i.e. orange, yellow, red, blue, green).{{cn|date=April 2024}} Scion's "Pure Price" program requires dealerships to sell the vehicle at the advertised price.{{cn|date=April 2024}} Resale values of Release Series vehicles command a premium because of their packaged options and scarcity.{{cn|date=April 2024}}
'''2004''' model year
* '''xB RS 1.0''' – only available in Hot Lava Orange with 2100 units produced (504 5-speed units, 1596 automatics)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.topspeed.com/cars/scion/2004-scion-xb-series-10-ar1265.html |title=2004 Scion xB Series 1.0 |publisher=Topspeed.com |date=2006-05-17 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
The xB Release Series 1.0 comes with some unique features from the factory which include Hot Lava paint, color-keyed rear spoiler, matching orange powder-coated strut tie-bar, custom grill, color tuned interior and under-seat & dash orange illumination.
'''2005''' model year
* '''xB RS 2.0''' – only available in Solar Yellow with 2500 units produced<ref>{{cite web|last=Keegan |first=Walter J |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2005/01/18/scion-xb-release-series-2-0/ |title=Scion xB Release Series 2.0 |publisher=Autoblog.com |date=2005-12-18 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
This RS edition came with color keyed side mirror overlays with LED turn signals, rear spoiler, tunable stainless steel sport muffler, and a metal mesh grille. Inside there are stainless appliqués on the door sills, and yellow upholstery accents to match the exterior, and a plaque that shows the build number xxxx/2500. The RS 2.0 added $1,375 to the MSRP.
'''2006''' model year
* '''xB RS 3.0''' – only available in Envy Green with 2200 units produced<ref>{{cite web|last=Arellano |first=Joel |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2006/01/07/scion-xb-release-series-3-0/ |title=Scion xB RS 3.0 |publisher=Autoblog.com |date=2006-01-07 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
RS 3.0 changes include Envy Green paint, seven-spoke wheel coverings, and rear spoiler. Standard features include Alpine DVD audio/video system instead of the usual "Pioneer" radio; iPod connectivity; headrest entertainment system; a special steering wheel featuring a few buttons; which was later a standard feature between mid 2006 to earliest 2007. The vehicle also had a special grill, only on the RS 3.0, with the color matching the car, Envy Green; and a radar intrusion sensor. The 2,200 vehicles also received numbered badging. The RS 3.0 added $2,310 to the MSRP price.
* '''xB RS 4.0''' – only available in a Torched Penny called Maziora, a line of polarized paints made by Japan's Nippon Paint Co. is a (polarized goldish-brown) with 2500 units produced.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.motortrend.com/1002939/new-cars/2006-scion-xb-40-the-final-release-set-to-hit-showrooms/index.html |title=Scion xB 4.0 Final Release |publisher=Blogs.motortrend.com |date=2006-10-16 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref> The Release Series 4.0 is painted in a three-part Maziora Torched Penny paint, which is a color-shifting finish that changes depending on the viewing angle and/or how light plays off the car's surface. In this case, the colors morph into shades of brown, bronze, and gold. In addition to the special paint, the RS 4.0 received a rear spoiler, Modellista grille, and rear bumper protector and everything is color-keyed. Inside, the floor mats are embroidered reading "Release Series". It also got multicolor dash lighting, a new shift knob and a numbered plaque xxxx/2500.
<gallery widths="200" heights="150">
File:2004-Scion-xB-RS-1.0.jpg|2004 Scion xB RS 1.0, Hot Lava Orange
File:Scion RS 1.0 Rear.jpg|Rear view of RS 1.0
File:2005 Scion xB RS 2.0 Solar Yellow.jpg|2005 Scion xB RS 2.0, in Solar Yellow
</gallery>
===Safety===
The first generation received a "Good" overall score in the frontal offset test, all measured categories in this test were also rated "Good".  The xB was given a "Poor" overall score in the side impact test. The xB model year 2003–2006 did not offer side airbags but includes them for model year 2008–2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=717 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Scion xB |publisher=Iihs.org |date=2006-12-19 |access-date=2009-05-09}}</ref>
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=={{anchor|E150}}Second generation (E150; 2007)==
{{Main|Toyota Corolla Rumion}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation (E150)
| image = Tino Rossini's Reviews - 041 - 2011 Scion xB (cropped).jpg
| aka = {{unbulleted list
| [[Toyota Corolla Rumion]]
| Toyota Rukus (Australia)
}}
| production = 2007–2015
| model_years = 2008–2015<ref name=dropWCF/>
| class = [[Compact car]]
| body_style = 5-door [[hatchback]]
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| Japan: [[Kanegasaki, Iwate]] ([[Kanto Auto Works]])
| Japan: [[Toyota, Aichi]] (Takaoka plant)<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/corporate/companyinformation/manufacturing |title=Japanese Production Sites |publisher=Toyota |location=Japan |date=2015-03-06 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150318032552/http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/corporate/companyinformation/manufacturing |archive-date=2015-03-18}}</ref>
}}
| platform = [[Toyota New MC platform]]
| related = {{unbulleted list
| [[Toyota Corolla (E140)]]
| [[Toyota Auris]]
}}
| designer = Hiroaki Suzuki (2005)
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| 1.5 L ''1NZ-FE'' [[Straight-4|I4]] (Rumion)
| 1.8 L ''[[Toyota ZR engine#2ZR-FAE|2ZR-FAE]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]] (Rumion)
| 2.4 L ''[[Toyota AZ engine#2AZ-FE|2AZ-FE]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed [[Toyota E transmission#E351|E351]] [[manual transmission]]
| 4-speed [[Toyota U transmission#U241E|U241E]] [[automatic transmission]]
}}
| length = {{convert|167.3|in|mm|abbr=on|0}}
| width = {{convert|69.3|in|mm|abbr=on|0}}
| height = {{convert|63.4|in|mm|abbr=on|0}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|102.4|in|mm|abbr=on|0}}
| weight = {{convert|3084|lb|kg|abbr=on|0}} (automatic)
{{convert|3027|lb|kg|abbr=on|0}} (manual)
}}
The second-generation Scion xB is styled as a 5-door [[hatchback]] of the t2B concept. Toyota unveiled the production xB at the 2007 [[Chicago Auto Show]]. The new xB was rounder in shape and larger than its predecessor. The 2008 model year xB is {{convert|2.8|in|mm|adj=on}} wider, {{convert|12|in|mm|adj=on}} longer - including {{convert|4|in|mm|adj=on}} longer wheel to wheel - and {{convert|600|lb|kg}} heavier than the first-generation xB.
The first-generation Scion xB (being a rebadge of the original Toyota bB) was based on the Yaris platform, but the second-generation xB was based on the new Corolla's platform. Design changes were said to be based on American buyers' "wants" relative to the first-generation.
[[File:2010 Toyota Rukus (AZE151R) hatchback 01.jpg|thumb|left|Toyota Rukus, Australia]]
[[File:Scion xB (Rear).jpg|thumb|left|Scion xB]]
The Scion xB was produced by Kanto Auto Works, Ltd.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.kanto-aw.co.jp/en/products/automotiver/ | title = Kanto Motor Works – Major Products}}</ref> based in Japan.  Due to the [[2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami|2011 Japanese earthquake]], production was suspended from 14 March 2011 to 18 April 2011, affecting several Toyota vehicles, including the Scion xB and [[Scion xD]].  Plants affected by the disaster included the Toyota Motor Hokkaido Plant, the Toyota Motor Tohoku Plant, and the Central Motor Corporation Miyagi Plant, which produces the [[Toyota Yaris]].<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota+resume+vehicle+production+all+japan+plants+april+18+28.htm |title=Toyota To Resume Vehicle Production At All Japan Plants From April 18–27
|publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2011-04-08 |access-date=2015-03-19}}</ref>
The second-generation xB is equipped with a 2.4&nbsp;L straight-4 [[Toyota AZ engine#2AZ-FE|Toyota 2AZ-FE]] engine rated at {{convert|158|hp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|162|lbft|abbr=on}}, shared with the first-generation [[Scion tC|tC]] and the [[Toyota Camry (XV40)|Toyota Camry]], which at {{convert|22|mpgus|L/100 km mpgimp|abbr=on}} city / {{convert|28|mpgus|L/100 km mpgimp|abbr=on}} hwy<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.jbcarpages.com/scion/xb/2008/| title = 2008 Scion xB Review and Specs | work=JB car pages | access-date = 2008-06-30}}</ref> has a higher fuel consumption than the previous model's 1.5&nbsp;L engine ({{convert|26|mpgus|L/100 km mpgimp|abbr=on}} city / {{convert|31|mpgus|L/100 km mpgimp|abbr=on}} hwy).<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/compx2008f.jsp?year=2006&make=Scion&model=xB | title = 2006 Scion xB Fuel Economy | url-status = dead | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20110614165420/http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/compx2008f.jsp?year=2006&make=Scion&model=xB | archive-date = 2011-06-14 }}</ref> A five-speed manual and a sequential-shift four-speed automatic are the only factory options aside from the color and stereo.
A choice of three new head units is available on all 2008 Scions. 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. The base unit can also be set to any of three Scion model presets (xB, xD, or tC) and includes an "Automatic Sound Levelizer" feature that automatically increases the volume as the vehicle speed and ambient noise increases. The Premium head unit features a small LCD that can display pictures and movies downloaded from [[Pioneer Corporation|Pioneer's]] website in addition to the features on the base unit. 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.
All xBs come standard with four-wheel [[anti-lock brakes]], [[brake assist]], [[electronic brakeforce distribution]], [[Vehicle Stability Control]] driver and front passenger dual stage airbags, front seat-mounted [[side torso airbag]]s, front and rear [[side curtain airbag]]s, and a first-aid kit.<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=1121 |title=Scion Launches All-New 2008 xB At 2007 Chicago Auto Show |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2007-02-08 |access-date=2013-01-28}}</ref>
In 2013, the xB was chosen by cars.com as a Top 10 Best Base Model.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2013/06/top-10-best-base-models.html |title=Top 10 Best Base Models |work=cars.com |location=US |first=David |last=Thomas |date=2013-06-12 |access-date=2013-06-16}}</ref>
===Model year changes===
Scion announced in March 2010 that the '''2011''' model, on sale late March 2010, is being given a refresh. Two new colors are available, and there are minor changes to the exterior body, including a revised front and rear bumper, new front grille, and new headlights and tail lights. The interior changes include a revised gauge cluster, center console and new driver and front passenger seats with new materials. The [[Suggested retail price|MSRP]] rises {{USD|150}} to {{USD|16,000}} for the [[Manual transmission|manual]] and {{USD|16,950}} for the [[automatic transmission]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.automoblog.net/2010/03/16/redesigned-2011-scion-xb-pricing-announced/|title=Redesigned 2011 Scion xB Pricing Announced|date=16 March 2010 |publisher=Automoblog.net}}</ref>  In addition, the Scion xB went on sale in [[Canada]] for the first time along with the entire Scion lineup. In 2011, for the '''2012''' model year, a new radio with [[bluetooth]] became standard.
For the '''2013''' model year, Scion made a few enhancements including remodeled front and rear bumpers and a few interior upgrades including the optional BeSpoke radio. New colors are Absolutely Red and Nautical Blue Metallic (Absolutely Red was available in 2009 as RS 6.0). Stingray Metallic and Elusive Blue Metallic colors were dropped (Stingray Metallic was a very expensive color and Toyota no longer offers it on any model).<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.scion.com/releases/toyota+scion+2013+prices+camry+prius+xb+dec7.htm |title=Toyota Announces 2013 Model Year Prices for Camry and Camry Hybrid, Prius c and Scion xB |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2012-12-07 |access-date=2013-12-03}}</ref> Sales of the 2013 model began in February 2013.{{citation needed|date=February 2013}}
Sales for the '''2014''' model began in December 2013. No major changes for this model year. All models now come with a standard Scion 6.1-inch display touch screen audio system.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.automobilemag.com/features/news/2014-scion-pricing-announced-touchscreen-radio-now-standard-240815/ |title=2014 Scion Pricing Announced, Touchscreen Radio Now Standard |work=Automobile |first=Edward A. |last=Sanchez |date=2013-08-18 |access-date=2014-01-14}}</ref> Sales for the '''2015''' model began in December 2014.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.scion.com/ |title=Toyota Scion |access-date=2005-04-23 |archive-date=2006-05-27 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060527022105/http://scion.com/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> For the new model year, Scion added a standard backup camera to the xB as well as continuing the updates for 2014.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.scion.com/cars/xB2015/features/#category=interior/convenience&view= |title = Toyota Scion}}</ref>
The Scion xB, along with the [[Toyota Matrix]], was replaced by the second generation [[Toyota Auris]]-based Scion iM, which launched in April 2015 for the 2016 model year.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.edmunds.com/car-news/production-version-of-scion-im-concept-bound-for-showrooms-in-2015.html |title=Production Version of Scion iM Concept Bound for Showrooms in 2015 |work=Edmunds |last=Lienert |first=Anita |date=2014-11-21 |access-date=2014-11-21}}</ref> Due to the discontinuation of the Scion marque, the Scion iM was re-branded as the Toyota Corolla iM for the 2017 model year.<ref name = "Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota"/><ref>{{cite web |first=Joseph |last=Capparella |date=2016-03-17 |url=http://blog.caranddriver.com/scions-living-on-scion-im-ia-to-be-renamed-toyota-corolla-im-yaris-ia/ |title=Scion, Living On: Scion iM, iA To Be Renamed Toyota Corolla iM, Yaris iA |work=[[Car and Driver]] |access-date = 2016-03-17}}</ref> The equivalent Australian-market Toyota Rukus was discontinued in October 2015<ref name=AustralianEndOfProduction>{{cite news |url=http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/D5F065347B62EEF5CA257EBC0080689E |title=No more Toyota Rukus for Australia |first1=Haitham |last1=Razagui |first2=Tim |last2=Nicholson |work=GoAuto |location=Australia |date=2015-09-11 |access-date=2016-03-21 |archive-date=2016-05-03 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160503215702/http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/D5F065347B62EEF5CA257EBC0080689E |url-status=dead }}</ref> and the Japanese-market Toyota Corolla Rumion was discontinued in December 2015.{{citation needed|date=December 2016}}
===Safety===
The second-generation Scion xB has won the Top Safety Pick<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/tsp_2012.aspx |title=Top Safety Pick 2012 winners |publisher=Insurance Institute for Highway Safety |location=US |year=2012 |access-date=2013-02-18 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130201091102/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/tsp_2012.aspx |archive-date=2013-02-01}}</ref> award by the [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety]] (IIHS) for six years in a row. It received an overall "Good" score in the [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety]] frontal offset crash test, and another "Good" overall score in the side impact crash test, with all nine measured categories also rated "Good".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/ratingsbyseries.aspx?id=590 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Scion xB |publisher=Iihs.org |access-date=2009-05-09}}</ref> And a "Good" score in the roof strength test.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/roof/detailsbyclass.aspx?40 |title=Roof strength evaluations: Small cars |publisher=Iihs.org |access-date=2010-11-17 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101106054019/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/roof/detailsbyclass.aspx?40 |archive-date=2010-11-06}}</ref>
===Awards===
''[[Car and Driver]]'' magazine rated the 2008 xB as one of the top ten safe vehicles under {{USD|25,000|link=yes}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/hot_lists/car_shopping/budget_rides/top_10_safe_vehicles_for_less_than_25_000_feature|title=Top 10 Safe Vehicles for Less Than $25,000|publisher=[[Car and Driver]]|date=August 2007|last=Holstein|first=Jared}}</ref>
===Release Series vehicles===
[[File:2009 Scion xB Release 6.0--DC.jpg|thumb|right|2009 xB RS 6.0]]
[[File:2010 Scion xB Release Series 7.0, front right, 06-19-2024.jpg|thumb|right|2010 xB RS 7.0]]
'''2008''' model year
* '''xB RS 5.0''' only available in Gold Rush Mica with 2500 units produced (second RS Scion other than the tC to have a sunroof)<ref>{{cite web|last=Neff |first=John |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/11/scion-announces-xb-release-series-5-0-for-february/ |title=Scion announces xB release |publisher=Autoblog.com |date=2009-05-13 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
'''2009''' model year
* '''xB RS 6.0''' only available in Absolutely Red with 2500 units produced<ref name=xb6>{{cite web|url=http://www.askmen.com/cars/car/scion-xb-release-series-60.html|title=Scion xB Release Series 6.0 - AskMen.com|publisher=Askmen.com|access-date=2009-09-28}}</ref> The RS 6.0 added $1,743 to the MSRP.
'''2010''' model year
* '''xB RS 7.0''' with a four-piece DAMD body kit, only available in Murasaki (Purple), with 2000 units produced<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=1820 |title=Scion Announces Pricing for xB Release Series 7.0, Will Debut at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2009-11-30 |access-date=2012-01-28}}</ref> The RS 7.0 added $3000 to the base MSRP.
'''2011''' model year
* '''xB RS 8.0''' with a four-piece Kenstyle body kit and sunroof, only available in Voodoo Blue, with 2000 units produced<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=2802 |title=Scion Announces Pricing for xB Release Series 8.0 |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2010-11-17 |access-date=2013-01-28}}</ref> The RS 8.0 added $2,405 to the MSRP.
'''2012''' model year
* '''xB RS 9.0''' only available in Hot Lava with 1500 units produced.<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.scion.com/releases/scion+pricing+2012+xd+xb+release+series.htm |title=Scion Announces Pricing for the xD and xB Release Series Models |publisher=Scion |location=USA |date=2011-09-29 |access-date=2013-06-22}}</ref> The RS 9.0 added $1,810 to the MSRP.
'''2013''' model year
* '''xB 10 Series''' only available in Silver Ignition with 2100 units produced.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2013/04/01/scion-celebrates-first-10-years-with-special-edition-models |title=Scion celebrates first 10 years with special edition models |first=Jeffrey N. |last=Ross |work=autoblog |date=2013-04-01 |access-date=2013-04-24}}</ref> Scion 10 Series models were built to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Scion brand. The xB model includes unique Silver Ignition exterior color, illuminating exterior Scion badges (front and rear), Pioneer touch screen audio system, solar-charged illuminating shift knob, individually numbered interior badge, graphite finish 16" alloy wheels, and jack-knife keys. The 10 Series added $2,410 to the MSRP.
'''2014''' model year
* '''xB RS 10.0''' only available in Electric Quartz with 1500 units produced. Equipped with green Scion logo projection on the rear bumper, green Release Series logo and matching number projected on the front floor mats, wireless charging bin, green interior pattern, backup camera, Piano Black inserts and Tungsten wheel covers.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.scion.com/cars/release_series/xBRS10/ |title=The xB Release Series 10.0 |publisher=Scion |location=USA  |access-date=2015-03-18}}</ref>
===Scion RIDE===
It is a 1:18 [[Ridemakerz]] model based on the second-generation Scion xB. The body was available in Cannonball Black, Comet Blue and Wasabi Green.
The 7:8 full-sized concept and the toy were unveiled at the 2007 [[SEMA Show]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Ramsey |first=Jonathon |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2007/11/01/sema-2007-ridemakerz-lets-you-customize-a-little-scion/ |title=SEMA 2007: Ridemakerz lets you customize a (little) Scion |publisher=Autoblog.com |date=2007-11-01 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
===Toyota Corolla Rumion (E150N, 2007–2015)===
{{main|Toyota Corolla Rumion}}
A differently styled version for the Japanese market.
===Toyota Rukus (2010–2015)===
A differently styled version for the Australian market, with the 2.4l 2AZ-FE engine and a four-speed automatic gearbox, released June 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.toyota.com.au/rukus?WT.ac=GNRukusINTEREST |title=Toyota Rukus car |publisher=Toyota Australia |access-date=2013-01-28}}</ref>
==Electric vehicles==
[[AC Propulsion]] has produced an electric version of the first-generation xB called the [[AC Propulsion eBox|eBox]].
Researchers at [[Carnegie Mellon University]]'s [[Robotics Institute]] have converted a Scion xB into a [[commuter]] [[electric vehicle]] as part of their [[ChargeCar]] research project.<ref>{{cite web|author=Science Centric |url=http://www.sciencecentric.com/news/article.php?q=09111705-carnegie-mellon-customising-electric-cars-cost-effective-urban-commuting |title=News &#124; Carnegie Mellon customising electric cars for cost-effective urban commuting |publisher=Science Centric |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
==Scion marketing==
The Scion xB's marketing is aimed at [[Generation Y]], defined roughly as people born between 1980 and 1994.  This group of car buyers is extremely important to manufacturers due to their large numbers (78 million) and their differing perceptions and demands of the vehicles they drive. Despite the Scion xB's target market, the average age of an xB buyer is 46.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.automoblog.net/2009/09/26/2009-scion-xb-review/ |title=2009 Scion xB Review |first=Nicholas |last=Borgia |publisher=Automoblog |date=2009-09-26 |access-date=2016-12-31}}</ref>
Although Toyota expected the xA to sell better than the xB, the reverse proved to be true, with the xB outselling its sibling 2 to 1.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2006/07/03/013559.html |title=Toyota Reports June 2006 Sales With Strong Second-Quarter and First-Half Performance |publisher=The Auto Channel |date=2006-07-03 |access-date=2016-12-31}}</ref>
==Sales==
The Scion xB was Scion's most popular model in the United States until 2011, when it was surpassed by the tC.<ref name="sales2011">{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota+reports+december+2011+year-end+sales.htm |title=Toyota Reports December 2011 and Year-End Sales |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2012-01-04 |access-date=2012-01-10 |archive-date=2013-08-01 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130801110841/http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota+reports+december+2011+year-end+sales.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref> In the U.S., sales of the xB have been dropping after the introduction of the second generation, from a peak of over 60,000 to 17,017 in 2011.<ref name=sales>{{cite web|url=http://autos.sympatico.ca/auto-news/13649/scion-killing-off-xb-xd-models |title=Scion killing off xB, xD models |date=2012-04-24 |access-date=2013-01-28 |author=Nicholas Maronese |publisher=Sympatico autos |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130412230353/http://autos.sympatico.ca/auto-news/13649/scion-killing-off-xb-xd-models |archive-date=2013-04-12}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Calendar Year
! US
!Australia
|-
| 2003
| 6,936<ref name = "Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota">{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/scion+transition+toyota.htm |title=Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2016-02-03 |access-date=2016-03-21 |archive-date=2016-10-24 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161024045631/http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/scion+transition+toyota.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref>
|rowspan=7 | N/A
|-
| 2004
| 47,013<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2006/01/04/205039.html |title=Toyota Reports 2005 and December Sales |work=The Auto Channel |location=USA |date=2006-01-04 |access-date=2009-05-09}}</ref>
|-
| 2005
| 54,037<ref name = "Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota"/>
|-
| 2006
| 61,306<ref name = "Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota"/>
|-
| 2007
| 45,834<ref name = "Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota"/>
|-
| 2008
| 45,220<ref name = "Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota"/>
|-
| 2009
| 25,461<ref name = "Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota"/>
|-
| 2010
| 20,364<ref name="sales2012">{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/december+2012+sales+chart.htm |title=December 2012 and Year-End Sales Chart |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2013-01-03 |access-date=2013-01-28 |archive-date=2013-01-06 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130106065027/http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/december+2012+sales+chart.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref>
|rowspan=6 | 3867<ref name=AustralianEndOfProduction/>
|-
| 2011
| 17,017<ref name="sales2011" />
|-
| 2012
| 19,787<ref name="sales2012"/>
|-
| 2013
| 17,849<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/tms+december+2013+sales+chart.htm |title=December 2013 and Year-End Sales Chart |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2014-01-03 |access-date=2014-01-09 |archive-date=2014-01-08 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140108131442/http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/tms+december+2013+sales+chart.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref>
|-
|2014
| 16,583<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/tms+december+2014+sales+chart.htm |title=December 2014 and Year-End Sales Chart |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2015-01-05 |access-date=2015-01-06 |archive-date=2015-01-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150107012954/http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/tms+december+2014+sales+chart.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref>
|-
|2015
| 15,223<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/tms+december+2015+sales+chart.htm |title=December 2015 and Year-End Sales Chart |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2016-01-05 |access-date=2016-01-18 |archive-date=2016-01-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160118230002/http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/tms+december+2015+sales+chart.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref>
|-
|2016
| 2,667<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota-lexus-december-2016-sales-chart.htm |title=December 2016 and Year-End Sales Chart |publisher=Toyota |location=USA |date=2017-01-05 |access-date=2017-01-05}}</ref>
|}
==Chinese copy==
In 2009, [[Great Wall Motor]] of [[People's Republic of China|China]] released the [[Great Wall Coolbear|Coolbear]], which is a copy of the first-generation xB, but with a different front end.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.insideline.com/greatwall/cool/2009-shanghai-great-wall-cool-bear.html |title=Great Wall Cool Bear - 2009 Shanghai Auto Show |publisher=InsideLine |date=2009-04-09 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://money.cnn.com/galleries/2008/fortune/0810/gallery.china_cars.fortune/4.html |title=CNN/Fortune - Cars: 6 Chinese Knock-offs - Great Wall Coolbear vs. Scion xB |publisher=Money.cnn.com |date=2008-10-30 |access-date=2010-11-17}}</ref>
==See also==
* [[AC Propulsion eBox]]
==References==
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