The 2005 Scion xB is a front-wheel drive "thing" alternatively classified as a hatchback, subcompact, or station wagon - it is not quite any of these things (though it does qualify as subcompact, the amount of interior room is much greater than any other subcompact). It features a very distinctive, boxy appearance.

Scion XB is made by its parent company, Toyota. It is a Toyota engine. One thing I have noticed about Toyota engines is that as long as you stick to the maintenance schedules, your car will run forever. I have owned the car for 11 years now and not had a single problem. The mileage is great. On average, I'm getting 38 mpg in city and around 40 mpg on the highway. It is a 4 cylinder, so it isn't going to win any speed competitions but it has enough get up and go to navigate steep roads in the mountains with no problem. The Scion XB doesn't look like every other car out there. So on top of having a reliable vehicle, you have a vehicle that you can spot within seconds in any parking lot. I can't tell you how many times I've forgotten where I parked and just looked for the box on wheels. It looks like this little tiny car. You can fit it in any compact parking space with room to spare. It is huge inside! It seats 5 comfortably. And not just 5 small 5 foot tall people. My father is 6ft tall and even with the front seat all the way back, when he sits in the back seat he knees don't touch.

I have owned my 2005 Scion XB for over 10 years and it has been extremely reliable and trouble-free! The reputation of Toyota brought the car to my attention and the price and versatility sold me on it. The purchase price (purchased new from a dealer) was very reasonable at under $15,000. And it continues to be cost efficient in both the gas consumption, gets approximately 30 MPG highway/city, and with its low repair rate. I have had to do no repairs and only the bare minimum of preventative maintenance (I'm doing good if I manage an oil change once a year and tune-up every two years!) It is a very versatile vehicle in that it seats a minimum of 4 people comfortably as well as can be transformed into a work vehicle with its hatchback and lowering of the back seats. I have used this car to haul sod, rocks, all types of plants including a small tree as well as a studio size refrigerator and all types of furniture. I run a small pet rescue and have transported as many as 20 cats & kittens in 8 small to medium size carriers all loaded into the back of the car still allowing room for a driver and passenger!! I have owned this car longer than any other car and I have no intention of trading it in anytime soon! I HIGHLY recommend this vehicle to friends and strangers alike.