I'm a big fan of my Scion TC. It's a reliable car, I've had it 6.5 years now without a single mechanical problem. It handles well but tends to rattle a bit at very high speeds. I get around 24 mpg which was an improvement from my previous car. It has some nice features for the price point. The stereo system is really nice for a stock system and the audio controls on the steering wheel are great. I love the dual sunroof, probably my favorite feature! The interior is sporty looking and comfortable for me (a 5'7" girl), but can be cramped for taller passengers. The only problem I have had with the TC was my trunk latch melted a little and I had to get it replaced. It's kind of difficult to open sometimes and I wish I could push a button on the remote to open it. The trunk latch issues are really my only complaint. I've enjoyed my Scion TC for the past 6.5 years and think it was a great value.

The huge glass power sunroof that you get on this car as a standard feature is worth around two grand or more. The standard 17-inch alloy rims are around 376 bucks each. The engine and clutch are pretty much indestructible, provided they are not abused. It uses 87 octane which is a big plus with gas prices that keep going up and up.