Superb gas mileage with either of the transmissions.
Cramped rear row.
Impressive handling considering the segment.
High-quality interior.
Specs & Features
$16,800
price
106 hp @ 6000 rpm
horsepower
103 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
torque
6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission
1.5L 4cyl FWD 6A
engine
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basic warranty
Overview
The 2016 Scion iA is a subcompact sedan offered in a single trim, starting off at a base MSRP of $15,700. For that price, it mainly competes with the Kia Rio Sedan, the Chevrolet Sonic Sedan, and the Hyundai Accent. With a single trim available, the Scion iA offers 2 powertrains. It is a 1.5L Inline-4 making 106 horsepower and 103 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 6-Speed manual transmission and a 6-Speed automatic transmission.
The Scion iA reaches 60 MPH from zero in 9.1 seconds with the automatic transmission, which gets marginally pumped up to 9.0 seconds with the manual. Depending on the powertrain, the Scion iA can manage a combined fuel economy of between 35 and 37 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 7 striking colors the Scion iA comes in really pull you towards itself.
Buying Advice
Ford 2016 the Scion iA is the newest member of the segment. It is offered in a single, well-equipped trim level and we highly recommend it compared to the competitors.