Used 2012 Scion xB Sedan Trims & Features

The Scion xB sedan has four doors and can seat five. Some of the features include 16-inch wheels, a keyless entry system, a rear window tinting feature, power accessories all around, an air conditioning system, cruise control, a driver seat height adjuster, a tilting wheel that includes audio controls, Bluetooth phone support, a navigation computer and a six-speaker Pioneer sound system that includes a CD player, an HD radio, an iPod/USB jack, an outside MP3 player port, an adjustable display and an RCA output that can be used for additional speakers.

There are plenty of other things to get. These include 16 or 17 inch wheels, a number of different performance upgrade items like fog lights, rear spoiler, remote ignition, an lighting system in many colors, a number of easy to manage shift knobs, an auto-dimming mirror, DVD system monitors on the headrests, a satellite radio system and a premium Pioneer audio system that includes a touchscreen design for control, RCA outputs and even Pandora radio support when it is used in conjunction with an iPhone. A back-up camera, navigation computer and touchscreen interface are also available. For those who are looking for high performance, Scion dealers can sell a variety of TRD (Toyota Racing Development) parts that include auto suspension items and aerodynamic kits.

Safety features include Vehicle Stability Control that includes a Traction Control feature, anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist, a tire-pressure monitor, airbags on all sides and even some side-curtain airbags.

There are no gauges located in front of the driver in the Scion xB sedan.. There are four indicators that are located on the right side of the driver. These are all easy to see and read. The information display on the left will show things like fuel mileage and projected fuel range. The clock on the car is orange and uses an eave to keep it visible. The digital speedometer can work with big numbers that are easy to read. Beyond these are the gas and temperature gauges. Scion has put a great deal of control in developing the air conditioning system. Four round vents around the dashboard quietly prepare cold air.

The driver will find good response times from the Scion xB sedan, with smooth acceleration and quick shifts from the transmission. But don't mistake the xB for a sports car. It handles like the boxy body that it is, but that doesn't mean it drives poorly. Just don't expect a zippy take off or quick handling around turns. The engine gives the xB more than enough power to get it where it needs to be, and to have fun doing it. But it's not a sports car, by any means.

But don't expect to take the Scion xB sedan anywhere that is hard to drive in. Its boxy shape and sketchy suspension makes for too rough a ride for anything but the smoothest roads. While it might seem fun to play on back roads, the xB isn't the car to do it in. Also watch out for heavy bump at higher speed on the highway, as the xB doesn't handle them well and can cause quite a shock to the driver when it jumps so hard.