2016 Scion IA

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Rating7.0

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Subcompact Sedan
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$15,700 - $16,800
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Excellent pricing of trims.

Underpowered engine.

All-new model for 2016.

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

-

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. 

Trims

    Base
    $15,700 onwards
    • M Sport Brakes with Blue Calipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$15,700- $16,800

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.95

Horsepower

106 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

103 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$16,120- $24,370

Gasoline

7.56

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

125 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

5

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$14,745- $17,495

Gasoline

7.24

137 hp @ 6300 rpm

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

5

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$11,990- $17,140

Gasoline

6.92

109 hp @ 6000 rpm

107 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$14,165- $20,905

Gasoline

7.41

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

5

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$15,990- $21,990

Gasoline

7.75

145 hp @ 6500 rpm

130 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

5

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$14,580- $21,460

Gasoline

7.46

120 hp @ 6350 rpm

112 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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2016 Scion IA vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    2016 Scion IA

    Ranked #4

    9.35 sec--
    2016 Kia Rio

    Ranked #1

    8.5 sec16.8 sec-
    8.6 sec--
    8.6 sec16.9 sec120 mph
    8.7 sec-121 mph
    9.4 sec17.3 sec-

    2016 Scion IA vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2016 Scion IA

      Ranked #1

      31 mpg41 mpg35 mpg11.6 gal.359.6/475.6 mi.
      27 mpg36 mpg31 mpg12.4 gal.334.8/434 mi.
      26 mpg38 mpg31 mpg11.4 gal.307.8/433.2 mi.
      2016 Kia Rio

      Ranked #2

      27 mpg38 mpg31 mpg11.4 gal.307.8/433.2 mi.
      25 mpg37 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.330/488.4 mi.
      26 mpg35 mpg30 mpg10.8 gal.280.80/378 mi.

      2016 Scion IA vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        2016 Scion IA

        Ranked #7

        171.7 in.66.7 in.58.5 in.5.5 in.101.2 in.
        181 in.70.7 in.58.1 in.7 in.105.7 in.
        179.5 in.70.1 in.56.3 in.5.3 in.106.3 in.
        175.4 in.66.7 in.59.6 in.7 in.102.4 in.
        173.6 in.67.8 in.58 in.7 in.98 in.

        2016 Chevrolet Sonic

        Ranked #5

        173.1 in.68.3 in.59.7 in.5 in.99.4 in.

        2016 Scion IA vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2016 Scion IA

          Ranked #6

          -85.9 cu.ft.-
          15 cu.ft.94.6 cu.ft.237.8 cu.ft.
          2016 Kia Rio

          Ranked #2

          13.7 cu.ft.88.4 cu.ft.90.3 cu.ft.
          12.8 cu.ft.85.1 cu.ft.46.2 cu.ft.
          14.9 cu.ft.90.2 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.
          13.7 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.

          2016 Scion IA vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            237.8 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.237.8 cu.ft.-
            -14.9 cu.ft.--
            13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.-
            14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.79 ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.46.2 cu.ft.-
            2016 Kia Rio

            Ranked #6

            90.3 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.90.3 cu.ft.-

            2016 Scion IA vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
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              2016 Scion IA

              Ranked #1

              -2385 lbs.
              899 lbs.3084 lbs.
              1069 lbs.2480 lbs.
              2016 Kia Rio

              Ranked #1

              -2494 lbs.
              -2578 lbs.
              1032 lbs.2804 lbs.

              2016 Scion IA Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              0

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              1

              Complaints
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              MPG Combined : 35 mpg

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