The Scion xA
The Scion xA is a car of supreme reliability and quality. Not to mention a great deal for the small price! It has a suitable reputation of a sensible sub-compact vehicle with a premium build quality as well as optional and standard features. The xA comes with thirty optional features to choose from to customize the xA, making this one of the most customizable cars on the market which is what young automobile buyers are looking for. Some of the options entail an eight inch subwoofer, an iPod adapter, satellite radio, and an airbag package with front seat-mounted side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags.
To customize the appearance, options include: a color matched rear spoiler, 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, and a variety of wheel covers, sport pedals, shift knobs. Since the interior is where the driver resides it is only reasonable to include as many interior upgrades and options as possible.
Standard Features include, air conditioning, antilock brakes, a back window wiper, rear window defogger, and power door locks, windows, and mirrors. You also the standard interior features: a Pioneer sound system with a CD/MP3 player, an auxiliary input jack, durable seat fabric, high seating position, seating for 5, and adequate headroom and legroom.
As for the engine, you could choose from the standard five speed manual transmission or an optional automatic with a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine that produces 103hp. The XA also estimates 31-32 mpg and has highway ratings of 37-38.
The Scion xA was a great selling vehicle for Toyota Motor Company and you can find excellent used examples for $7k - $10k which is a great buy for a reliable pre owned vehicle!
