Subcompact Hatchback · Japan · 2008-2014

Scion xD

xA replacement. Toyota ist (gen 2) rebadge. 1.8L 128 hp, 5-speed manual. Last Scion-only hatch before iA.

Verdict
C
Years
2008-2014
Generations
1
Segment
Subcompact Hatchback

The Scion xD (2008-2014) replaced the original xA in Scion's lineup — federalised Toyota ist second generation, sold in Latin America as Toyota Urban Cruiser. Five-door subcompact hatchback, FWD only, 1.8L 2ZR-FE I4 (128 hp), five-speed manual or four-speed automatic. Same Yaris-platform underpinnings as the xA but with the more powerful Corolla-derived engine. Standard equipment improved over xA — stability control, ABS, side airbags all standard. Sales never matched the xA's modest peak of 30,000+; xD topped out at ~17,000 in 2008 and declined to under 10,000 by 2011. Discontinued after 2014 model year — replaced by the Mazda 2-based iA for 2016. Now firmly cheap used territory and a true curio.


Known issues by generation

Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.

2008-2014 · Sole Generation
  • Window regulator failures
  • Catalytic converter failures
  • Climate control HVAC actuator failures
  • Strut wear
  • Stock tire wear

Rivals

Honda Fit · Hyundai Accent · Toyota Yaris · Nissan Versa