Car financing: 2005 Scion xB
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.1 to 8.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.1 to 8.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2005 Scion xB for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2005 Scion xB specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cylinder | 1.5L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 8.7 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.4 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 190 g/km | 197 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.56 | $13.02 |
2005 Scion xB: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 27 | 27 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 31 |
| MPG combined (US) | 29 | 28 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 35 | 34 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 595 L (21 cu ft) | 595 L (21 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,300 | US$2,400 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,512 | $2,604 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2005 Scion xB
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 92 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (24), visibility (16) and air bags (15). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V035000 | 2010-02-03 | equipment:other:labels | GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2005 Scion xB: before you buy
No 2005 Scion xB is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Thinking about the 2005 Scion xB? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
Before you sign for the xB
NHTSA has 92 owner complaints on file, mostly about structure, visibility and air bags. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
Reading the spec sheet
It is powered by the 1.5L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Plan on about 24 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 8.1 L/100 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $12.56. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles.
How big it is
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. Its 595 litre trunk is enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Who rents the xB
It suits people who want car handling with extra load space. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the xB for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Drive the xB on your commute before you commit to it. Try the xB on your commute, then decide.
Money matters
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $125.60 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Over to you
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2005 Scion xB from us first.
Ask us about the 2005 Scion xB
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Scion xB for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Scion xB
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 Scion xB?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2005 Scion xB before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2005 Scion xB have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2005 Scion xB cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2512.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.