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Scion xD

7 model years from 2008 to 2014, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.

Scion xD
Pictured: 2008 Scion xD in Silver, front right. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Model years
2008–2014
Class
Subcompact Cars
Latest engines
1.8L 4-cyl
Best MPG
29–29 combined, by year
Latest rating
Not rated
Recalls
6 campaigns, all years
Most complaints
2008 (25)
Interest
2,433 Wikipedia views / 30 days

The 2014 xD in brief

The 2014 Scion xD is a subcompact car offered with a 1.8L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 155 inches long and 68 inches wide on a 97-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,665 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (27 city / 33 highway), 24% better than the 2014 subcompact car average of 23.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,300 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.

The Scion xD has 7 model years in our data, from 2008 to 2014.

Its most efficient year was 2014 at 29 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 29 to 29 MPG.

Owners most often report problems with the suspension (12), electrical system (10), air bags (7).

2009 has the most recalls (5); all years together count 6 campaigns and 49 owner complaints.

How the 2008 xD compares

The 2008 Scion xD is a subcompact car offered with a 1.8L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (27 city / 33 highway), 37% better than the 2008 subcompact car average of 21.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,300 a year in fuel.

About the Scion xD

The Scion xD is a subcompact hatchback that was marketed in the U.S. and Canada by Japanese manufacturer Toyota beginning with the 2008 model year, as a five-door subcompact hatchback — 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.

From the Wikipedia article "Scion xD", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

2014 xD pros & cons

Full 2014 details →

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 29 MPG combined — 24% better than the average 2014 subcompact car (23.4 MPG).
  • Few owner complaints3 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 33 for similar models.
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Show all 7 model years side by side
YearLatest enginesBest MPG / rangeLengthWeightOverallRecallsComplaints
20141.8L 4-cyl29 MPG154.7 in2,665 lbNot rated03
20131.8L 4-cyl29 MPG154.7 in2,624 lbNot rated01
20121.8L 4-cyl29 MPG154.7 in2,624 lbNot rated03
20111.8L 4-cyl29 MPG154.7 in2,624 lbNot rated12
20101.8L 4-cyl29 MPG––Not rated46
20091.8L 4-cyl29 MPG––Not rated59
20081.8L 4-cyl29 MPG––Not rated425
Best combined MPG by model year — Scion xD
2008: 29 MPG2009: 29 MPG2010: 29 MPG2011: 29 MPG2012: 29 MPG2013: 29 MPG2014: 29 MPG2008200920102011201220132014max 29 MPG

Alternatives to the 2014 xD

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Toyota Yaris33 MPGNot rated1
2014 Ford Fiesta35 MPGNot rated7
2014 Mitsubishi Mirage39 MPGNot rated3
2014 Hyundai Accent31 MPGNot rated1
2014 MINI Clubman30 MPGNot rated0
2014 Toyota Prius c50 MPGNot rated0

Most common owner-reported problems

Suspension12
Electrical System10
Air Bags7
Service Brakes7
Engine6
Seats6
Unknown Or Other5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Owner complaints by model year — Scion xD
2008: 252009: 92010: 62011: 22012: 32013: 12014: 32008200920102011201220132014max 25
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Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Scion. How we calculate this →