Scion xA
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The Scion xA is a five-door subcompact hatchback marketed in the US from 2004 to 2006 — as an export model of the Japanese domestic market Toyota Ist. Based on the first generation Toyota Vitz hatchback, the xA shared a platform with the Toyota Platz sedan.
The xA received a minor facelift for the 2006 model year, before importation ended in December 2006. The xA's successor, the xD was delivered to US dealerships beginning in August 2007 as a 2008 model.
Technical data
- Engine:
- 1.5 L DOHC I4 engine.
- 108 hp (81 kW) @ 6000 rpm (revised to 103 SAE net horsepower in 2006)
- 105 ft·lbf (142 Nm) of torque @ 4200 rpm (revised to Template:Convert in 2006)
- Platform: NCP61
- Cargo volume: 11.7 ft³ (331 L)
- EPA fuel economy ratings:
| Year | Automatic Transmission | Manual Transmission | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mpg US | mpg IMP | L/100 km | mpg US | mpg IMP | L/100 km | |
| 2004 | 32/38 | 38/46 | 7.4/6.2 | 32/38 | 38/46 | 7.4/6.2 |
| 2005/2006 | 31/38 | 37/46 | 7.6/6.2 | 33/39 | 38/44 | 7.4/6.4 |
- 2008 EPA revised fuel economy ratings for the 2004 model are Template:Convert/ Template:Convert for both manual and automatic transmission. For the 2005 and 2006 models, fuel economy is estimated at Template:Convert/Template:Convert for vehicles with a manual transmission and Template:Convert/Template:Convert for those with an automatic transmission.<ref name="Environmental Protection Agency">Template:Cite web</ref>
- Drag Coefficient: 0.31
- 0-60 mph: 8.8 seconds<ref name="Motor Trend">Template:Cite web</ref>
- 1/4 mile: 16.7 seconds at Template:Convert<ref name="Motor Trend"/>
- Top Speed: Limited to 110 mph<ref name="caranddr1">Template:Cite web</ref>
Some of the revisions for 2006 include modified bumpers and side skirts, as well as turn signal indicators on the side mirrors and audio controls located on the steering wheel. The xA was also the first production vehicle to offer an optional iPod input with head unit display, as well as a more refined, user-friendly head unit and more exterior colors.
Release series
Beginning in late spring 2004 with the launch of the 2004 Scion xB RS 1.0 (Release Series 1.0) Scion decided to create limited edition vehicles pre-packaged with exclusive accessories in limited quantities. Limited Edition vehicles from a marketing standpoint were used to create a buzz for the brandname, with their exterior colors tending to be loud or bright hues (i.e. orange, yellow, red, blue, green). Because of the growing popularity of the Scion product line and the scarce production runs (most dealers only got 2-3 of each RS model), these limited edition vehicles quickly sell out. Preordering is available at each dealership on a first-come, first-served basis. To the customer's benefit, Scion's "Pure Price" MSRP binds dealerships against market-demand vehicle mark-up. Naturally, resale values of Release Series vehicles command a premium because of their packaged options and scarcity.
2005
- xA RS 1.0: Available only in Absolutely Red, standard equipment included a sports grille and color-keyed rear spoiler, power Webasto factory moonroof, 6 spoke alloy wheels, color-keyed ground effects and vehicle stability control (VSC). Only 1,550 units were produced<ref>Template:Cite web</ref>
2005
- xA RS 2.0 only available in Spectra Blue Mica with 1,700 units produced<ref>Template:Cite web</ref>
2006
- xA RS 3.0 only available in Stingray Metallic light blue with 2,100 units produced<ref>Template:Cite web</ref>
Sales
| Calendar Year | US |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 3,962<ref name="Toyota Announces Best Sales Year in Its 46-Year History, Breaks Sales Record for Eighth Year in a Row">Template:Cite web</ref> |
| 2004 | 24,184<ref name="Toyota Reports 2005 and December Sales">Template:Cite web</ref> |
| 2005 | 28,033<ref name="Toyota Reports 2005 and December Sales" /> |
| 2006 | 32,603<ref name="Toyota Reports August 2007 Sales">Template:Cite web</ref> |
| 2007 | 9,547<ref name="Toyota Reports March 2008 Sales">Template:Cite web</ref> |
| 2008 | 39<ref name="Toyota Reports September 2009 Sales">Template:Cite web</ref> |
| 2009 | 3<ref name="Scion Brand to Transition to Toyota">Template:Cite web</ref> |