2013 Scion IQ

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Rating7.2

Ranked #7 in 

Compact Hatchback
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$15,495
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Easily maneuverable in the city

Uncomfortable rear seat

Added features including rear speakers

Impressive gas mileage

Underwhelming performance

No other changes for 2013

Stylish inside out

Rivals offer more space and comfort

Specs & Features

$15,495

price

94 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

89 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

1.3L 4cyl FWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the subcompact hatchback segment, the 2013 Scion iQ Hatchback is a direct competitor to the Toyota Yaris, the Mitsubishi Mirage, and the Honda Fit. The 2013 Scion iQ Hatchback starts off at an MSRP of $15,495 with a single trim in the lineup. It is offered with a 1.3L inline-4 engine and a continuously variable automatic transmission, producing 94 horsepower and 89 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Scion iQ manages a 0-60 of 11.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 37 MPG. 

Buying Advice

The 2013 Scion iQ Hatchback is a unique offering in its segment available in a single trim. However, we recommend adding the upgraded audio interface that adds a touchscreen which is a dealer-installable option. 

Trims

    Base
    $15,495 onwards
    • 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment
    • 20-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound system
    • Heated seats with driver massage function

Compare to similar cars

Price

$24,200

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.9

Horsepower

263 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

280 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$14,370- $17,280

Gasoline

7.56

106 hp @ 6000 rpm

103 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

5

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$16,195- $26,095

Gasoline

7.77

101 hp @ 6500 rpm

98 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

4

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$19,995- $32,970

Gasoline

8.06

170 hp @ 5700 rpm

177 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

4

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$15,425- $19,790

Gasoline

7.14

117 hp @ 6600 rpm

106 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$14,720- $17,050

Gasoline

7.36

100 hp @ 6000 rpm

98 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$15,495

Gasoline

7.18

94 hp @ 6000 rpm

89 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

4

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$19,275- $22,415

Gasoline

7.14

132 hp @ 6000 rpm

128 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2013 Scion IQ vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2013 Scion IQ

    Ranked #6

    10 sec15.2 sec128 mph
    6.5 sec--
    8 sec--
    8.3 sec16.5 sec115 mph
    9 sec17 sec-
    9 sec--

    2013 Scion IQ vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2013 Scion IQ

      Ranked #1

      36 mpg37 mpg37 mpg8.5 gal.306/314.5 mi.
      2013 Fiat 500

      Ranked #2

      27 mpg40 mpg34 mpg10.5 gal.325.5/420 mi.
      30 mpg37 mpg33 mpg11.1 gal.333/410.7 mi.
      2013 Mazda 2

      Ranked #4

      28 mpg35 mpg32 mpg11.3 gal.327.7/395.5 mi.
      27 mpg33 mpg29 mpg10.6 gal.286.2/349.8 mi.
      26 mpg32 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.343.2/422.4 mi.

      2013 Scion IQ vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2013 Scion IQ

        Ranked #9

        120.1 in.66.1 in.59.1 in.5.3 in.78.7 in.
        177.6 in.69.7 in.57.5 in.4.7 in.103.9 in.
        171.9 in.69.5 in.61 in.5.8 in.102.4 in.

        2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

        Ranked #3

        169.3 in.70.1 in.57.9 in.5.5 in.104.3 in.
        168.4 in.71.2 in.58.5 in.5.7 in.99.9 in.
        161.6 in.66.7 in.60 in.5 in.98.4 in.

        2013 Scion IQ vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2013 Scion IQ

          Ranked #8

          3.5 cu.ft.73.8 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.
          2013 Fiat 500

          Ranked #1

          9.5 cu.ft.75.6 cu.ft.30.2 cu.ft.
          20.6 cu.ft.90.8 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.
          19.8 cu.ft.94.2 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.
          17 cu.ft.94.6 cu.ft.42.8 cu.ft.
          15.4 cu.ft.85.1 cu.ft.29.9 cu.ft.

          2013 Scion IQ vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            2013 Scion IQ

            Ranked #1

            16.7 cu.ft.3.5 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.
            49.4 cu.ft.19.8 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.
            42.8 cu.ft.17 cu.ft.42.8 cu.ft.
            29.9 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.29.9 cu.ft.
            2013 Fiat 500

            Ranked #5

            83.1 cu.ft.9.5 cu.ft.30.2 cu.ft.
            25.7 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.25.7 cu.ft.

            2013 Scion IQ vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2013 Scion IQ

              Ranked #2

              --2127 lbs.
              1500 lbs.850 lbs.2844 lbs.
              2013 Fiat 500

              Ranked #2

              --2363 lbs.
              2013 Mazda 2

              Ranked #2

              -957 lbs.2306 lbs.
              --3281 lbs.
              --2295 lbs.

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              2013 Scion IQ

              Horsepower : 94 hp @ 6000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 37 mpg

              0-60 : 10 sec

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              MPG Combined : 25 mpg

              0-60 : 5.98 sec

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              Horsepower : 180 hp @ 6000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 26 mpg

              0-60 : 7.9 sec

              #3

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              Horsepower : 158 hp @ 6000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 24 mpg

              0-60 : 8.4 sec

              #4

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              Horsepower : 128 hp @ 6000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 29 mpg

              0-60 : 8.72 sec

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