2013 Scion XB

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Rating7.8

Ranked #2 in 

Compact Wagon
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$16,970 - $20,160
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Provides exceptional rear seat legroom

Poor fuel economy among its competitors

Receives updates in its front and rear end styling

Adequately responsive Inline-4 engine

Rear visibility is affected because of blindspots

New limited edition 10 series trim level is available

Offers an excellent sound system

Intrusive road noise affect highway driving

Specs & Features

$17,920

price

158 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

162 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

4-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.4L 4cyl FWD 4A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2013 Scion xB is a proud member of the subcompact wagon segment, locking horns with cars like the Kia Soul, the MINI Cooper Countryman, and the Subaru XV Crosstrek. Spread across 2 trims, the xB starts off at a base price of MSRP $16,970 and carries on to $20,160. It offers a 2.4L Inline 4 engine, however there is a choice between a 4-speed automatic transmission and 5-speed manual transmission. This gives the SUV 158 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 8.6 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 1,000 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the xB manages to get a combined EPA rating of 24 MPG, a poor number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 5.1 inches.

Buying Advice

Since the Scion xB lacks any clear factory options and the 10 series only adding aesthetic features, we'd stick to the standard trim level and save some bucks. 

Trims

    Base
    $16,970 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Remote keyless entry
    10 Series
    $19,210 onwards
    • Dinamica simulated suede/cloth Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$16,970- $20,160

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.78

Horsepower

158 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

162 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$30,900- $43,850

Gasoline

8.63

287 hp @ 6250 rpm

255 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$14,400- $19,900

Gasoline

8.05

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

5

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$16,760- $18,860

Gasoline

7.26

122 hp @ 5200 rpm

127 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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2013 Scion XB vs competitor's 0-60

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

    Ranked #2

    8.4 sec16.4 sec-
    7 sec15.5 sec139 mph
    2013 Kia Soul

    Ranked #3

    8.6 sec16.8 sec108 mph
    9.1 sec17.0 sec-

    2013 Scion XB vs competitor's MPG

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

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14 gal.308/392 mi.
      25 mpg30 mpg27 mpg13.2 gal.330/396 mi.
      2013 Kia Soul

      Ranked #1

      25 mpg30 mpg27 mpg12.7 gal.317.5/381 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg19 mpg18.6 gal.334.8/465 mi.

      2013 Scion XB vs competitor's dimensions

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

        Ranked #2

        167.3 in.69.3 in.63.4 in.5.1 in.102.4 in.
        201.8 in.75.9 in.68 in.6 in.117.9 in.
        2013 Kia Soul

        Ranked #3

        161.6 in.70.3 in.63.4 in.6.5 in.100.4 in.
        156.7 in.66.7 in.65 in.6.3 in.99.6 in.

        2013 Scion XB vs competitor's trunk space

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

          Ranked #4

          11.6 cu.ft.110.9 cu.ft.69.9 cu.ft.
          20 cu.ft.155.8 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.
          2013 Kia Soul

          Ranked #2

          23.7 cu.ft.102.3 cu.ft.53.4 cu.ft.
          11.4 cu.ft.97.7 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.

          2013 Scion XB vs competitor's cargo space

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

            Ranked #1

            -11.6 cu.ft.69.9 cu.ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.20 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.
            2013 Kia Soul

            Ranked #3

            65.5 cu.ft.23.7 cu.ft.53.4 cu.ft.
            58.1 cu.ft.11.4 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.

            2013 Scion XB vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2013 Scion XB

              Ranked #2

              --3027 lbs.
              4500 lbs.-4471 lbs.
              -860 lbs.2800 lbs.
              2013 Kia Soul

              Ranked #2

              --2800 lbs.

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              MPG Combined : 24 mpg

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              MPG Combined : 29 mpg

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